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Shingobee - Nct W50

dispersed · MN

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  • fuel station4.3 mi

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About

Nestled along the rolling hills of the Shingobee River Valley, the Shingobee Recreation Area provides a variety of summer and winter activities. The area offers 6 miles of trails for hiking, hunting, birdwatching, and cross-country skiing in the heart of Minnesota's Northwoods. A sliding hill and a weekend warming chalet are also available for winter fun.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • fuel station

    Cenex

    4.3 mi
  • grocery

    Super One Foods

    4.7 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    11 mi
  • trailhead

    North Country Trail Highway 50 Trailhead

    1.7 mi
  • attraction

    Museum

    5.0 mi
  • recreation site

    Shingobee Picnic Area

    1.2 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Forest road access near this stay: FIFTH LAKE SPUR 2626 in Chippewa National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/2/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.