This 190-acre Wildlife Management Area (WMA) borders the Big Fork River and mainly consists of diverse forest types!
The Loretta (Schaedler) Waldbillig Memorial State Wildlife Management Area (WMA) was established to honor local conservationist Loretta Schaedler Waldbillig. Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), this WMA serves as a sanctuary for native wildlife while offering recreational opportunities for the community.
The Waldbillig Memorial WMA spans over 197 acres and is known for its diverse mix of habitats, including wetlands and forested areas. This variety creates a thriving ecosystem, attracting a wide range of animals. The area is especially popular with birdwatchers... Read more
The Blue Ox Trail spans 74 miles, tracing the path of an unused railway line and offering a smooth, straightforward ride!
The Blue Ox Trail spans 74 miles, tracing the path of an unused railway line and offering a smooth, straightforward ride. The landscapes of black spruce, swamps, and aspen uplands offer a beautiful experience in every season, and the trail is a haven for wildlife watchers, with chances to spot beavers, eagles, moose, wolves, and bobcats along the way. The trail is a gift from Koochiching County and is cared for by the Northome Ridge Riders.
From International Falls, the trail follows the old rail grade south along the Highway 71 corridor, passing through Littlefork, Big Falls, and Funkley before... Read more
Margaret "Maggie" Laurin Memorial Park offers a playground and softball field!
Margaret “Maggie” Laurin Memorial Park offers a playground and softball field!
Lofgren Park offers public water access, a campground, disc golf, and more!
Lofgren Park offers public water access, a campground, disc golf, and more!
The Little Fork State River Water Trail offers a beautiful paddling experience with wildlife spotting, bird watching and fishing!
Flowing north to join the Rainy River, the Little Fork River takes its name from its role as the smaller of the two rivers that converge at Rainy Rapids. This river, with its combination of calm stretches and intermittent rapids, offers a unique paddling experience. The Ojibwe people originally named it “the river separating canoe routes,” due to its proximity to the Nett River.
The Little Fork State River Water Trail provides paddlers with scenic views and the chance to spot... Read more
