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Canoeists will discover an abundance of routes
offering diverse canoeing routes, terrain and wildlife viewing opportunities.
The chances for finding a quiet route to truly experience nature are excellent.
MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRAILS
The Mississippi Headwaters River Trail is 420 miles
in length and meanders through the most scenic and remote of the Mississippi
River’s 2,348 miles. The route’s attraction between Iron Bridge
Landing and Lake Bemidji is a dense wetland forest. Approaching Bemidji,
the river’s banks become more defined and farms and homes become
visible. The coniferous and deciduous forests are home to 242 kinds
of birds, 23 species of reptiles and amphibians and 57 speciesof mammals.
Also see Parks & Refuges for more information.
BOY RIVER CANOE TOUR NEAR WALKER
The route flows from Ten Mile Lake through lowland
conifer, upland hardwood and sedge meadow forest types. It ends at Boy
Bay on beautiful Leech Lake in Walker. The route has lake-like characteristics
and follows the historic path of Indian tribes for food source (wild
rice) and travel. Campsites are located along route. You can see a variety
of bird species and wildlife including eagles.
CHIPPEWA NATIONAL FOREST WATERS
The Chippewa provides access to 700 lakes throughout
the forest. There are also 920 miles of rivers and streams for fishing,
boating and canoeing.
CROW WING CHAIN OF LAKES
State designated canoe route. Considered one of Minnesota’s
best family canoe routes, the Crow Wing River flows 90 miles from the
chain of 11 lakes in Hubbard County to its union with the Mississippi
River at Crow Wing State Park. The route is popular with beginners and
offers a sandy bottom, lush forest and marshes to observe.
MANTRAP CHAIN OF LAKES
FISH HOOK RIVER
Soon to be completed landing near highway 71, south
at CR 15.
STRAIGHT RIVER
For more information on specific canoe routes visit:
dnr.state.mn.us/trails_and_waterways/state
canoe_routes/index
For more information on a particular attraction,
contact the local chamber of commerce nearest the event.
Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber:
http://www.visitdetroitlakes.com
Park Rapids Area Chamber:
http://www.parkrapids.com
Leech Lake Area Chamber:
http://www.leech-lake.com
Itasca State Park:http://www.dnr.state.mn.us
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