Old Oak Trail
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Old Oak Trail
State
Backcountry Trail
- Length
3 miles
- Elevation Gain
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- Route Type
out & back
(2 reviews)
- Length
3 miles - Elevation Gain
-- - Route Type
out & back
Location: At Lake Metigoshi SP, 13 mi. N of Bottineau.
- States: North Dakota
- Counties: Bottineau
Certified in 1976 as a National Recreation Trail the Old Oak became North Dakota's first nationally recognized trail and is located at Lake Metigoshe State Park. The 3-mile nature trail winds through the aspen, birch, and oak forests of the Turtle Mountains along the Canada-US border. Interpretive markers are placed along the trail with a corresponding brochure to identify natural wonders. The trail can be used for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
NOTE: an NRT Trail Ambassador walked this trail on 5/28/2018 and reports that the second half of the loop has several trees across the trail.
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Reviews
Wendy Schmeichel
The first part of trail was well maintained. Once reached halfway point it wasn't as well maintained. Had to step over a couple downed trees and it was hard to follow trail.
Amber Cozad
Great Interpretive Hike!
The trail was well maintained and I had a great experience doing the guided interpretive hike offered by the park staff.
Allowed Uses:
Bicycling Swimming Dogs, on leash Hiking/Walking Snow, cross-country skiing Snow, snowshoeingOther Activities
- Camping
- Snow, snow play general
- Wildlife viewing / observation
Public Contact
Larry HagenNorth Dakota Parks & Recreation
#2, Lake Metigoshe State Park
Bottineau, ND 58318
[email protected] • (701) 263-4651
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More Details
- Elevation (low): 1516
- Elevation (high): 2184
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- Part of a Trail System? No
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- Tread Width (average): 60"
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- Certified as an NRT
Apr 5, 1976