hiking &
recreation trails
Long Lake is the flagship of the Aitkin County Park System
Long Lake is Aitkin County owned and managed by the Aitkin County Land Department. As an enterprise within the Aitkin County Land Department, we are surrounded with resources and provide resources back to our community. Long Lake Conservation Center is open to the public with miles of hiking trails, groomed cross country ski trails, bog board walks, and multiple ecosystems to explore. Families and individuals are welcome to come explore, whether you have a weekend cabin nearby or live in the area, Long Lake it is a perfect area to explore whether you are a novice or an expert.
Explore & Recreate at Long Lake CC
Our hiking and ski trails remain open and accessible as part of the Aitkin County Parks System. For trail conditions, contact the Aitkin County Land Department at (218) 927-7364
Hiking and Skiing/Parks
Spend your day at Long Lake by exploring on our hiking trails! Long Lake maintains three different hiking trails! These trails are easy to moderate in difficulty, ranging from 1.5 miles to three miles.
Leave No Trace: While you are at Long Lake Conservation Center, we ask that everything that you bring with you does not get left in Nature. Take memories and leave nothing but footprints.
Recreation Rules
Park/Trail Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Vehicle permits are NOT required
Pets are welcome but must be leashed
MN DNR Ski pass IS REQUIRED for XC Skiing
Learn more about the park via the Aitkin County Land Department
Bring your own skis and then hit the Aitkin County Ski Trail which is a nice easy 5K trail. This ski trail at Long Lake does require a MN DNR ski pass, these can be purchased through by CLICKING HERE
