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MNOC Venues and MapsNerstrand Woods State Park
A sample section of the O-map is shown at right. Note: There is an entrance fee for vehicles entering the park. Directions: Nerstrand Woods State Park is located just west of Nerstrand, MN, or about 10 miles south of Northfield. Take Highway 3 or Highway 19 into Northfield. Follow State Hwy 3 to the south side of Northfield, then follow the signs to get on State Hwy 246. Go south on 246; you will turn east and then south again. You will reach an intersection where 246 turns east again going towards Nerstrand; instead, go west 2 miles to the park. Watch for the O-Meet signs! More information about Nerstrand Woods State Park is available from the Minnesota DNR.  Nerstrand Woods State Park MapThe Nerstrand Woods State Park Map is laser printed on-demand at a scale of 1:10,000 with a 5 meter contour interval. The map dimensions are 11" by 16".Comments, questions, and constructive criticism concerning the MNOC web pages may be e-mailed to: compass@mnoc.org |
The northern half of the park has an extensive trail system with one major stream and many moderately deep ravines. The southern part is flatter, with fewer trails. The park is mostly wooded, but open underneath and easily runnable. Challenging O-meets can be set here for all skill levels of orienteers. The area was last mapped in 1987.