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Otter Trail Scenic Byway

Phone: (218) 332-5425
Toll Free: 800-726-8959
Fax: 218-332-5424
info@visitfergusfalls.com
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This serene drive in pastoral Otter Tail county visits the forests and lakes of Maplewood State Park and Glendalough State Park, a scenic overlook at Inspiration Peak, and the 1889 Phelps Mill and millpond.

Regional artists display their work at galleries in Battle Lake and Fergus Falls and during summer art fairs. Several quirky metal sculptures line the road in Vining. Check for concerts and plays at A Center for the Arts in Fergus Falls. This drive also brings you to the new Central Lakes Bike Trail and to part of the Pine to Prairie Birding Trail.

Anglers can try for northern, walleye, bass, perch and panfish. Or, simply relax and take in the beautiful and plentiful fall colors along the route.

Additional Details

Directions

• Directions to Facility / Event: Since this Scenic Byway is a loop, you can start anywhere on the Trail. Updated Otter Trail Scenic Byway maps are available at the Chamber of Commerce or information kiosks throughout the community.

Attraction Attributes

• Accessible to Disabled
• Can Accommodate Groups of 45 or more

Length

• 150 miles

Route

• Circular drive links Fergus Falls, Pelican Rapids, Perham and Battle Lake

Scenery

• Rolling countryside dotted with lakes, stands of woods, farmland. This serene drive in pastoral Otter Tail county visits the forests and lakes of Maplewood State Park and Glendalough State Park, a scenic overlook at Inspiration Peak, and the 1889 Phelps

More Information

• Fergus Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau