About
LocationBena MN
SizeLarge — multiple days
Acres526,285 acres
Good forHikingCampingBoatingSwimmingBikingMountain BikingHuntingWinter Sports

The Bowstring State Forest is a state forest located in Itasca and Cass Counties in Minnesota. It is located entirely within the boundaries of the federally managed Chippewa National Forest, and is managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The 56,470 acres (22,850 ha) Lake Winnibigoshish is located entirely within the forest. Additionally, the forest has public access to Leech Lake and Cass Lake. Fish species found in the lakes within the forest include walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie and bluegill. Boating and swimming are also available on the lakes. Other outdoor recreation opportunities include hunting and backcountry camping. Trails are provided for cross-country skiing, hiking, snowmobiling, mountain biking, and Class I and II all-terrain vehicle use.

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