
Demo
Central Lakes · recreation area
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
World-class mountain biking on old iron-range lakes
Status
Open now
Hours today
6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Drive time
135 min
Parking
82% full
Weather & safety
NWS10 min ago69°F
Sunny
Air quality: Good
Air quality: Good
Prototype safety guidance only. Always tell someone your plan.
Congestion right now
Park counters5 min agoParking82%
Visitor center queue34%
Boat launch58%
Beach crowding71%
Try mornings before 10 AM for a quieter visit.
What you can do here
mountain biking
biking
hiking
paddling
swimming
fishing
camping
boat launch
picnic
store
Unavailable activities are hidden to keep the view clean.
Know before you go
Purpose-built singletrack around reclaimed mine pit lakes with turquoise water. Also scuba, paddling and camping.
- Vehicle permit required — day or annual
- Pets on 6-foot leash on designated trails
- Pack water. Cell service is limited
- Bear-safe food storage recommended
Programs & events
Current alerts
- Yawkey Unit trails closed TuesdayMaintenance and rebuild through 3pm. Portage trails open.closure · yesterday
Amenities
Mountain biking
Biking
Hiking
Paddling
Swimming
Fishing
Camping
Boat launch
Picnic
Store
Nearby
Lodging
12 within 15 mi
Restaurants
24 within 15 mi
Outfitters
6 within 15 mi
Urgent care
2 within 15 mi
EV charging
5 within 15 mi
Visitor centers
3 within 15 mi
Prototype disclaimer
All conditions, hours, and counts on this page are simulated for the prototype. For real-time information, refer to the operating agency. See Data Sources.
