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The Big Aspen Recreation Area is a 21-mile trail system with two main loops. The trails are mostly flat with some rolling hills, and the terrain is a mix of hard-packed dirt and sand, with some muddy sections after rain. The trails are wide and easy, making them well-suited for beginners and family rides. The trails are heavily wooded with a pine and hardwood forest.
The trail is open to all vehicles, including motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, and Jeeps. The trail has two staging areas, and primitive camping is available at the nearby campgrounds. A Minnesota trail pass is required for non-residents.Dirt Bike Trail System
Big Aspen Recreation Area
AKA: Big Aspen Trail, Superior National Forest
Virginia, MN
Trail System Statistics
Approximate Size
4,480 acres (7 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
21 miles
Elevation Range
1300 to 1500 ft.
Operating Season
May 1 - November 28
About Big Aspen Recreation Area
The Big Aspen Recreation Area is a 21-mile trail system with two main loops. The trails are mostly flat with some rolling hills, and the terrain is a mix of hard-packed dirt and sand, with some muddy sections after rain. The trails are wide and easy, making them well-suited for beginners and family rides. The trails are heavily wooded with a pine and hardwood forest. The trail is open to all vehicles, including motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, and Jeeps. The trail has two staging areas, and primitive camping is available at the nearby campgrounds. A Minnesota trail pass is required for...
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Terrain Details
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Mostly
Amateur Terrain
Few
Expert Terrain
Little
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
MN OHV Permit
Operating Season
May 1 - November 28
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