Near Tamarac Lake Loop Trail
Hikers under the pines in the fall.
Near Tamarac Lake Loop Trail
The view out onto Tamarack Lake in winter.
Near Tamarac Lake Loop Trail
Milkweed along the trail in the grasslands.
Near Tamarac Lake Loop Trail
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Tamarac Lake Loop Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A family-friendly loop trail within Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge.
2.3
mi
Distance
65
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyLakeViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
The Refuge is used extensively for hunting - primarily during the fall. Click here for more info on hunting.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.25mi
Distance
65ft
Elevation Gain
50ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
1,485ft
High Point
1,448ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This family-friendly loop trail within Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge features a little bit of everything in terms of wildlife habitats including grasslands, hardwood forest, and pine plantations. There is a great view from the short spur trail to the point out in Tamarac Lake (the island you see to the west is designated Wilderness). Fall colors make for nice viewing in late September - early October. The western portion of the loop overlaps with the North Country National Scenic Trail, which continues on heading south and northeast from this loop. This loop is groomed for XC skiing in the winter so that visitors can enjoy the route in any season.

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Contributors
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