The Top 15 Attractions in Chippewa National Forest
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Chippewa National Forest. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Chippewa National Forest is a region where 15
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Shingobee Junction
Highlight • Trail
This is the Junction of the Paul Bunyan Trail, heading west toward Akeley, Minnesota and the Shingobee Trail, heading north to Walker, Minnesota.
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Joyce Estate
Highlight • Historical Site
The Joyce Estate was built between 1917 and 1935 by lumber baron David Joyce. The estate included a golf course, airplane hangar, and over 40 buildings. The family called it …
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Mud Lake
Highlight • Lake
The combined Mud and Goose Lakes, which are adjacent to each other on the Leech River, represent the third largest wild rice harvest acreage in Minnesota.
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Lost 40 Interpretive Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Lost 40 Interpretive Trail winds its way through a patch of 300-400 year old pine trees. In the 1800s Minnesota was one of America's greatest logging industries and nearly …
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Norway Beach Nature Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Norway Beach Interpretive Trail is an easy path that takes hikers and campground visitors on a tour of Norway Beach's beautiful pines and by the Visitor Center.
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Cutfoot Sioux Experimental Forest
Highlight • Forest
The Cutfoot Sioux Experimental Forest is a beautiful, meticulously managed forest mostly comprising of red pines. This area was established in 1932 to conduct research on pine forest management following …
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Cass Lake
Highlight • Lake
Among the many lakes in Minnesota, there is one quite special: Lake Cass. On one of its four islands is Lake Windigo. A body of water in a lake is not trivial.
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Suomi Hills
Highlight • Forest
Like much of Minnesota, the Suomi Hills were the site of extensive logging. This region was logged for pine between 1905 and 1910, and today the forest has transitioned to …
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Walker
Highlight • Settlement
After the railway was built in the area, Patrick McGarry founded Walker in 1896. Walker sits on the edge of Leech Lake. It is the third largest lake in Minnesota. …
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Lake Windigo
Highlight • Lake
Lake Windigo is a lake on Star Island, which itself rests in Cass Lake. This unusual lake on an island in a lake earned it fame in Ripley's "Believe It …
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Shingobee Recreation Area Chalet
Highlight • Mountain Hut
The Shingobee Recreation Area is a great spot for hiking, snowshoeing, and skiing. Public restrooms are available. If you come here for a winter hike with kids consider bringing a …
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