WINTER RECREATION
In Chisago Lakes, winter adds an icy beauty to the area. So many outdoor activities are available to choose from in the snowy season. Miles of groomed trails are open to snow mobile enthusiasts. And, for those craving the peace of the winter woods, Wild River and MN Interstate State parks maintain trails for cross country skiing, snowshoeing and hiking.
Winter Wonderland
Fishing fanatics can relax as the mysteries of the best fishing holes becomes readily apparent during winter, as shown by the icehouse villages that are clustered on the lakes, ready for lines to drop into icy waters. For those of you who love an adrenaline rush; ski, snowboard and tube down the exhilarating runs in Taylors Falls. New to the outdoor winter recreation scene are fat tire bike rides. Pedal on frozen lakes and trails covered in snow. Snowy trails and frozen lakes. . . It’s all yours to explore in Chisago Lakes!
Chisago Lakes Water Trail
13 miles of cross country skiiing on 10 Lakes. Chisago City, Lindstrom and Center City Lakes.
(651) 257-0620
Chuckie Lundquist Park
Ice Rinks
10940 Stinson Avenue
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 257-4162
Franconia Sculpture Park
Located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley, Franconia Sculpture Park is a nonprofit arts organization operating a 50-acre outdoor sculpture park, active artist residency, and community arts programming.
29836 St. Croix Trail
Shafer, MN 55074
(651) 257-6668
Frankie’s Live Bait and Marine
The Area’s Premier Boating and Fishing Experts
10680 South Ave
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 257-6334
Interstate State Park MN
Nature Trails, Camping, Boating on the St. Croix River.
307 Milltown Road
Taylors Falls, MN 55084
(651) 465-5711
Maklin Bike Shop
Stop by the store and chat bikes with us, or take a spin on the Swedish Immigrant Paved Bike Path!
30235 Redwing Ave
Shafer, MN 55074
651-247-8614
Shafer Ice Rink
302nd St
Shafer, MN 55074
(651) 257-4726
Wild Mountain Winter Recreation
Downhill Ski, Snowboard and Snow Tubing
37200 Wild Mountain Rd
Taylors Falls, MN 55084
(651) 465-6365
Wild River Snowmobile Club
The Wild River Snowmobile Club is over 40 years old and maintains 120 miles of trail, crossing the private property of more than 300 landowners. The organization is made up of volunteers who donate time clearing, marking and maintaining the trails before the season starts and then our groomer operators actively donate large chunks of time (12+ hours per run) to groom the trails throughout the season. All of our members (including groomers) are volunteers and are not paid.
Clubhouse Address: 18008 St. Croix Trail, Taylors Falls, MN
(651) 583-2060
Wild River State Park
Trails, Picnic Shelters, Boat Launch, Camping and Cabins. Enjoy the many smaller parks in the area with playgrounds, picnic tables and other amenities.
39797 Park Trail
Center City, MN 55012
(651) 583-2125
