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LLBO Community Trails

The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Community Trails have been completed to provide a safe and active physical environment for the people of our community.

We want to encourage year round family use on the trails as well as the fact that trails connect us to nature: pines, birch, oak, maple, and aspen trees as well as wild flowers and wildlife sightings inlcude; whitetail deer, red fox, porcupine, eagles and grouse.

Walking, Bike & Snowmobile trails are at the following locations. Please see trail map for details.

  • Ball Club Headstart Trail
  • Migizi Heartland Trail in Cass Lake
  • Pine Acres Bike Trail
  • Cass Lake Tract 33/34 Bike Trail
  • North Country/Mississippi Snowmobile/Walking Trail

Trail Etiquette

  • Stay on designated trails.
  • Be courteous.
  • Don't block the trail.
  • Keep right so others can pass.
  • Obey traffic signs and rules.
  • Don't litter.
  • Warn other trail users when passing by giving an audible signal.
  • Enjoy the beauty of wild plants & animals, but leave them undisturbed for all to enjoy.
  • Use lights at night and wear light reflective clothing.

 

Bicycle Safety

Bicycle Hand Signals
  • Always wear a properly fitting bike helmet.
  • When leaving a driveway, curb or alleyway always stop and check for traffic.
  • Obey all traffic signs and traffic lights.
  • Always pass other bikers or pedestrians on the left.
  • Give pedestrians the right of way.
  • Never hitch on to other vehicles, "stunt" ride or race traffic.
  • Always use bicycle hand signals.

Pedestrians

  • Make eye contact with drivers and ensure they see you and will stip.
  • Clearly show your intensions to cross.
  • Watch for turning and passing vehicles.
  • Cross in a well-lit area at night.
  • Wear bright-colored clothing and reflective material.
  • Cross streets at marked crosswalks or intersections.

Why are these activies good for you?

  • Reduces the risk of cancer, stroke, and heart disease.
  • Helps to prevent weight gain.
  • It is easy to get started.
  • Improves your mood and relieves stress.
  • Reduces the risk of diabetes.
  • A few miles of cycling per day will assure trimmer and toner muscles.
  • Builds stamina, enables you to carry out your day-to-day activities more efficiently.
  • Most of the bodies muscles are activated and get stronger as you go.
  • Lowers risk of having high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
  • Helps strengthen bones over other aerobic activities.
  • Improves your ability to sleep better.
  • You will live longer.
  • Good for the brain, studies show that people who run for exercise will concentrate better and make fewer mistakes.