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North Country National Scenic Trail

Hiking Adventures in Seven States

The North Country National Scenic Trail links scenic, natural, historic, and cultural areas in seven states.

When completed, through the efforts of many people, the trail will be the longest continuous hiking trail in the United States. The trail allows hikers to experience a variety of northern landscapes.

Come and experience your America, at a walking pace.

 
volunteers on bridge building project for the North Country Trail

Volunteer

The North Country Trail is built and maintained primarily by volunteers. Volunteers are continually developing new trail segments, improving existing segments and obtaining landowners permission for the trail to cross their land.  

For information on how you can become involved in volunteer activities for the North Country Trail please contact:

North Country Trail Association
229 E. Main St.
Lowell Michigan 49331
1-866-445-3628

 
North Country Trail Logo

North Country Trail Logo

A gold and white star on a blue background representing the north star.  

The logo and blue blazes are used to mark the route of the North Country Trail as it winds across the countryside.  

The trail logo is an official Federal insignia protected from unauthorized use by the provisions of 18 U.S.C.701.  Unauthorized use may result in criminal penalties. 

 

 
 
 

Write to

700 Rayovac Dr. Suite 100
Madison, Wisconsin 53711

E-mail Us

Phone

General Information
(608) 441-5610

Fax

(608) 441-5606

Climate

The North Country Trail passes through seven, mostly northern states. Winters can be extremely cold with a great deal of snow. Summers are mostly moderate, with occasional periods of hot weather. Check with local weather sources for better information
The Upper Tahquamenon Falls  

Did You Know?
That the Upper Tahquamenon Falls is one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. It has a drop of nearly 50 feet and is more than 200 feet across.

Last Updated: April 10, 2008 at 17:04 EST