The Gandy
Dancer trail provides a wide range of recreational uses. From April
1 - December 1 the trail may be used for hiking, biking and nature
study. Horseback riding and ATVs are allowed all year on the trail
North of Highway 77 in Danbury.
A State Trail
Pass is required for biking on the Gandy Dancer. Trail passes are
$4.00 daily and $20.00 annually for persons 16 years of age and
over. These passes can be purchased at DNR offices.
From December
10 - April 1 the trail may be used by snowmobilers and ATVs if the
snow base exceeds 4.0". State registration fees provide funds for
the maintenance of the trail during the winter.
The Gandy
Dancer Trail provides a 90 mile corridor from St. Croix Falls to
Superior. The trail crosses 27 miles of Polk County and 21 miles
of Burnett County. The remaining 52 miles are in Douglas County
and Minnesota.
The Gandy
Dancer Trail provides access to nine villages within the Burnett,
Polk County area. Visitors may find dining, lodging, shops and other
areas to explore in these communities.
Other points
of interest along the trail in Burnett County
There are
5 bridge crossings on the trail. One bridge crosses the St. Croix
River, which has been designated as a wild and scenic river. Three
other bridges cross water which include the Clam and Yellow Rivers.
Elbow Lake
Wayside (Parking, Restrooms, Picnic Area, Water)
Village
of Siren (Parking, Information, Picnic Area, Businesses)
Village
of Webster (Parking, Information, Businesses)