Recreation
The Blackduck Ranger District is located in the northwest part of the Chippewa National Forest. A great stop for Forest information, maps and permits.
The spirit of the Civilian Conservation Corps can be found in the notched logs and hammered iron of the Chippewa National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Cass Lake, Minn.
Marcell area is 28 miles north of Grand Rapids, Minnesota within the Chippewa National Forest. The Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center
The Walker Ranger District is one of three ranger districts on the Forest, it is approximately 479,000 acres in size. Favorite Spaces and
North Country National Scenic Trail Through the Chippewa National Forest
Recreation
Avenue of the Pines
Site Open
The "Avenue of Pines," Minnesota State Scenic Byway 46 cuts diagonally across the heart of the Chippewa National Forest, creating a 46-mile stretch of travel ways from Highway 2 to Northhome (the…
Benjamin Lake Boating
Site Open
Benjamin Lake offers a pleasant stop along the Lady Slipper Scenic Byway for swimming, boating, and picnicking. Visit the nearby Camp Rabideau Civilian Conservation Corps Camp for a glimpse.No fire…
Benjamin Lake Family Picnic Area
Site Open
Benjamin Lake offers a pleasant stop along the Lady Slipper Scenic Byway for swimming, boating, and picnicking. Visit the nearby Camp Rabideau Civilian Conservation Corps Camp for a glimpse.No fire…
Benjamin Lake Swimming
Site Open
Benjamin Lake offers a pleasant stop along the Lady Slipper Scenic Byway for swimming, boating, and picnicking. Visit the nearby Camp Rabideau Civilian Conservation Corps Camp for a glimpse.No fire…
Big Fork River Boat Area
Site Open
A carry-in access provides access to the Big Fork River. The site is adjacent to State Highway 6 and County Road 14. Northern pike, walleye and musky are found in the river.
Big Lake Boating Area
Site Open
Big Lake offers great fishing for Bluegill, Bass, Northern Pike, Muskie and Walleye.
Big Too Much Lake Boat Area
Site Open
A concrete boat ramp provides access to the 284 acre Big Too Much Lake. Big Too Much Lake is just east of Minnesota Highway 6. Northern pike, bluegill, other panfish, and some walleye are found in…
Bimijiwan (bi-mi-ji-wan) recreation area
Site Closed
Bimijiwan recreation area is nestled six miles east of Cass Lake on U.S. Highway 2 and five miles north on County Road 10. Located on the northeast shore of Cass Lake, this campground is known for…
Blackduck Dispersed Camping
Site Open
If you enjoy getting back to basics, the Chippewa National Forest offers a range of camping opportunities! The Forest has over 345 dispersed recreation sites for the more primitive experience.…
Bowstring Landing Boat Area
Site Open
A concrete boat ramp provides access to the 9,528 acre Bowstring Lake. Bowstring is south of Itasca County Highway 35, with the landing on the northwest shore. Northern pike, walleye, perch and other…