The trail reroute section is 10 miles. Decommission old NCT segments. Constructing two parking areas and two dispersed campsites, which will include fire grates, wilderness latrines, and tent pads.
Location
The approximate location starts where the current NCT intersects State Highway 6, follows along State Highway 6, and ends at the forest boundary just north of Willow Lake
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/20/2024
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Trail Management |
| North Country Trail Highway 6 Reroute | Decision Signed Date: 06/02/2025 |
| Forests | Chippewa National Forest |
| Districts | Deer River Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | West termini T 142N, R 25W, section 21. East termini T 143N, R 25W, section 25 |