Winter Recreation
Governor Knowles State Forest
Cross-country skiing
The rolling hills and river valleys of the Brandt Pines Recreational Trail System, located at 26001 Gile Road, offer 9 miles of groomed and tracked trials for both traditional and skate skiing. (No bikes allowed during the winter months.)
Hiking, snowshoeing and fat tire biking
If you're into winter hiking, snowshoeing or fat tire biking, check out the groomed trails at 23409 West River Road to access the trail system near the St. Croix Campground.
Snowmobiling and winter ATV
The southern half of the State Forest has 32.5 miles of snowmobile trails, which serve as a main connecting link between Burnett and Polk Counties' trail system.