Parks & Trails

Mille Lacs County provides an abundance of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike, including

Master Parks & Trail Plan

The Mille Lacs County Master Park and Trail Plan (PDF) was approved by the Mille Lacs County Board on May 2, 2017, following an extensive citizen engagement process. The Plan was developed with the goals and objectives of the Mille Lacs County Comprehensive Plan (PDF) (finalized in 2013) in mind.

Primary Goals

The Master Park and Trail Plan (PDF) includes four primary goals:

  • Develop a comprehensive trail system that can be utilized by pedestrians, non-motorized and motorized vehicles, and watercraft as appropriate
  • Develop a park system that offers a variety of recreational experiences, both active and passive, to citizens and visitors
  • Develop and maintain parks and trails in a cost-effective and efficient manner
  • Promote county parks and trails, as well as other recreational opportunities, to citizens and visitors