chippewa national forest

November 13, 2019

Big Bog State Recreation Area has two parts: a northern unit and a southern unit. The peat bog is the largest peat bog in the lower 48 states, covering 500 square-miles, and is located in the northern unit. A mile-long boardwalk in the northern unit allows visitors to enjoy the unique plants and animals, including Yellow-eyed…

September 11, 2019

Pimushe Lake covers approximately 1,365 acres. It is seven miles end to end, and it reaches depths of 40 feet. Long and narrow, its shoreline is undeveloped and irregular, with many small bays and islands. Pimushe has a diverse fish community, and a reputation for producing mixed stringers of quality size fish. Species range from…

August 28, 2019

Summer might be ending, but fun in the Minnesota Northwoods is far from it! Most of our resorts are open until mid-October, and they are perfect for any fall getaway! Fishing From walleye to bluegill to northern pike, you’ll find a variety of species while fishing in the Minnesota Northwoods. It’s the main reason anglers…

August 21, 2019

Visiting Camp Rabideau allows you and your family to step back in time and explore some history of the Minnesota Northwoods. In the 1930s, there were 2,650 Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camps in America. These camps were built in 1935 as a result of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s “New Deal.” Camp Rabideau is one of three…

July 24, 2019

Unfortunately, the end of summer is near, but make the most of it by spending it in the Minnesota Northwoods with family and friends. Your options for adventures are endless. Whether you just want to sit back and relax or explore the area, there’s something here for everyone. Summer is in full swing, and our…

February 6, 2019

The Minnesota Northwoods is filled with fun activities for the whole family! The options for outdoor recreation are seemingly endless, there are 10 parks and forests to explore, and an array of other entertainment options available. Summer in the Northwoods is great for fishing, water activities, and biking! Each of our lakes offer a wide…

November 1, 2017

There are lots of reasons why the Minnesota Northwoods are a great place to plan a summer vacation, but here are five right off the top of our head. Reconnect Everyone gets busy, but summer is one of the best times to reconnect with family, nature, and yourself. The Minnesota Northwoods offers a wonderful environment…

September 27, 2017

One of our favorite things about the Northwoods of Minnesota is the night sky. Our resorts are tucked away in the woods far from light pollution allowing for some of the best star gazing. On a clear night with a new moon, the night sky illuminates with millions of visible stars. You will love picking…

July 19, 2017

Summer events are still in full swing up here in the Minnesota Northwoods. If you want to take in more of the surrounding areas during your stay at one of our resorts, we have a schedule of events listed below to to help you out. Date City Start Time What Cost All month long Bemidji…

June 21, 2017

Visiting a Minnesota Northwoods Resort and looking for fun events to go to? We’ve got you covered. Listed below are the events happening in July around the Northwoods and surrounding areas. Have fun planning your getaway, and we can’t wait for you to get here. Date City Start Time What Cost Saturday, July 1st Bemidji…

May 24, 2017

The Lost 40 is 144 acres of beautiful woods filled with wildflowers and birds. The red pine “Big Tree Champion” can be found here. The champion is 120 feet tall with a 115 inch circumference. The wildflowers are in full bloom from early to mid-summer. We are fortunate to be able to enjoy the Lost…

May 18, 2017

For all of you thrill seekers and bicyclists that want to experience a ride in the woods, Movil Maze is the perfect place to complement your Minnesota Northwoods adventure. A park of nearly 1000 acres with as many ways to get lost is just a few miles from Bemidji and 1/2 a mile north of Highway 71 on…