Kinosao Trail — Attraction in Unorganized Division No. 17

Whenever I visit Riding Mountain, I always hike the first section of the Kinosao Trail leading to Kinosao Lake and then come back to the parking lot along the Brule Trail.

The trail leads through the peaceful forest to Kinosao Lake. The trail is fairly easy and flat with only some minor up and downs. Once you reach the lake, you will see a lovely boardwalk section of the trail, which makes for some beautiful photos.

Kinosao Lake is a gem. In the early morning, the water is so calm and the atmosphere is so serene. You can sometimes hear loons. There is always a canoe laying under a tree at the edge of the water by the dock with paddles and life jackets underneath it, for anyone to take out onto the water. I always love photographing the lake from the dock and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere among nature. There are also great views of the lake (and photo opportunities) right after crossing the boardwalk heading back on the trail, with a bench positioned along the water.

Would highly recommend hiking this trail, especially in the early morning when you will experience the tranquility at the lake....

A short hiking trail, rated easy. There are three options available with the shortest trail is about 1.7 km. However, at the trail head this was not clearly marked. If you are trying to go on the shortest trail, it is the second from left (unmarked) .

Brule trail has a shorter and a longer versions. The two trails criss cross around halfway point. Some signage was bit confusing for the shorter trail. We assumed it must be facing the opposite direction travel for hikers who come from the lake heading towards the parking lot. These trails should look...

Pretty nice. A few benches at check point areas. You could spend hours in there if you take different trails. Take a pic of the map first before you head out. No check point maps...