Hiking in Minnesota is always a good idea! After all, our state has thousands of hiking trails that are just waiting to take people around lakes, through forests, and to incredible hidden sights. And if you visit Scenic State Park, you’ll find a trail that combines all three of these features in one. The Tell Lake trail is a boardwalk hike through a beautiful wetland alongside a thick northern forest and a sparkling lake. Follow the beautiful trail and you’ll soon be delivered to incredibly scenic views. This easy path is not to be missed! Read on to learn more about this lovely boardwalk trail:

Scenic State Park is a lesser-known but beautiful park in northern Minnesota. It's about 120 miles northwest of Duluth, and nearly 230 miles north of the Twin Cities.
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This park certainly lives up to its "scenic" name. It spans more than 3,000 acres of northern Minnesota forests and lakes. Spend a few hours in this pristine wilderness, and you won't want to leave!
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Luckily, there are plenty of things to enjoy before you go. One favorite? The short, sweet, and totally beautiful Tell Lake boardwalk trail.
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This trail, part of the larger Hiking Club Trail, is a 1.8-mile loop around the perimeter of beautiful Tell Lake.
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Under the shade of tall trees, the boardwalk crosses over lakeside wetlands. It's a lovely way to see the park without needing hiking boots!
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Along the way, there are several wonderful places to stop, rest, and enjoy the view. Make sure you're not in a hurry when you visit because Tell Lake is simply stunning.
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The lovely lake, surrounded by northern forests, is always something to see. Sunrise and sunset bring gorgeous colors, and changing seasons mean there's always something new to see!
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If you love Minnesota nature, you won’t want to miss this boardwalk hike! Have you hiked it? For information about other great Minnesota boardwalks, take a look at our articles about the Duluth Lake Walk and the bog boardwalks at Big Bog State Park.

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