Awassa Nature Preserve and Hiking Trail - is an easy/beginner trail offering a system of level, shaded trails that meander through stands of mature pines, oaks, maples, and a rich understory of balsam fir. Three hiking loops of varied length provide for pleasurable walking. A ½ mile interpretive nature trail is wheelchair accessible. (Click on the trail map for a printable map PDF 114KB.)

Length: .5 miles.
Location: From St. Germain, go west on Hwy 70 approximately 1/2 mile (just past the school entrance). Parking area is on the west side of the highway.

Fern Ridge - is a somewhat rugged, intermediate level trail offering striking contrasts in terrain. Special attention is given to the many wildflowers, trees and non-flowering plants that make the trail beautiful during all seasons, including late season mushrooms. Provides a great snowshoeing experience. (Click on the trail map for a printable map PDF 109KB.)

Length: 40 minutes.
Location: From St. Germain, continue north on Hwy 155 approximately 1 mile (just across from Big St. Germain Drive).

Length: Trail loops range from 2.3, 3.5 and 7 miles.
Location: From the intersection of Hwy 155 and Lost Lake Rd just north of St. Germain, continue north on Lost Lake Dr to Found Lake Rd. and turn east. Continue to Shannon Lake Rd and a parking area. A second parking area is located on Hwy G approximately 2 miles east of Co Hwy N.

St. Germain Bike Trail - Recently completed Phase I of this paved trail runs from theSt. Germain Chamber of Commerce building (Hwys 70 & 155) west along Hwy 70 to County Hwy C and north along Hwy C to Plum Creek Avenue. There are several waysides with water and restroom facilities. This trail connects with the Plum Lake Trail (to the north) and future expansion to the south and east is planned. (Click on the trail map for a printable map PDF 138KB.)

Length: 7 miles
Location: Trailhead located at the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce building at the corner of Hwy 70 and Hwy 155.