Big Moose Trail - Hiking trail near Orr, Minnesota, United States - Description
| Name | Big Moose Trail |
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| Summary | Short hike to Big Moose Lake |
| Type | Day Hike - Out and Back |
| Distance (Total) | 5.0 miles / 8.0 km |
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| Hiking Season | - All Year Long |
| Things To See | - Lake Views - Rock Formations - Woods |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. |
| Nearby Town | Orr, Minnesota, United States |
| Link | http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/superior/recreation/hiking/hiking_trails.php |
| Permit Required | Wilderness Permit Required |
| Trail Map |
From the parking lot, the trail follows an old roadbed for about a half mile, then turns right and traverses a young forest of jack pine and aspen for most of its length. The last half mile of this trail passes through mature red, white, and jack pine and aspen with areas of ledge rock. Watch for piles of rocks, called cairns, to guide you on the ledge rock. This southernmost section of trail is in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). By following a few simple rules, you can help to preserve the area’s wilderness character.
Big Moose Trail is located 47 miles northeast of Orr, MN.
- From Orr, take St. Louis County 23 to Buyck (16 miles).
- At Buyck, County 23 turns into County 24. Continue on County 24 for 4 miles to the Echo Trail (County 116).
- Turn right for 25 miles to the east end of Forest Road 464 (Moose Loop Road).
- Turn right on Forest Road 464 for 1 1/2 miles. Trailhead and parking are on the left.
| Latitude | 48.0898046525 degrees / 48° 5.388' / 48° 5' 23.30" |
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| Longitude | -92.0901060104 degrees / -92° 5.406' / -92° 5' 24.38" |
| Created by Nick on 02/04/2008 |
| Last edited on |
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