A simple carry-in access on the Big Fork River at river mile 91.5, off Highway 6 in the Koochiching State Forest about 20 miles south of Big Falls.
The Highway 6 bridge carry-in access sits on the left bank of the Big Fork River at river mile 91.5 of the state water trail, off Highway 6 about 20 miles south of Big Falls, inside the Koochiching State Forest. A brown routed sign at the roadside credits the site as a cooperative project between the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota DNR, and a stepped footpath leads down the bank to the water beside the bridge. It is a simple site — no ramp, restrooms, or docks — administered by the DNR’s Division of Parks and Trails. Highway... Read more
An east-bank public water access on the Big Fork River at Big Falls, with a concrete-plank ramp into the calm pool below Grand Falls.
The east-bank public water access on the Big Fork River at Big Falls, with a concrete-plank ramp into the calm pool below Grand Falls. Canoe portage signage marks the take-out above the rapids, in the shadow of the historic Blue Ox Trail railroad bridge.
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive species law rides home with the trailer: pull... Read more
Cody Landing is a public water access on the Big Fork River just north of the Big Falls city campground, with a concrete-plank ramp and gravel turnaround.
Cody Landing is a public water access on the Big Fork River just north of the Big Falls city campground, named in memory of Henry Cody Jr. (1923-1989) for his years of dedicated public service. A concrete-plank ramp and gravel turnaround give boaters and paddlers access to the river below Grand Falls.
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive... Read more
Gowdy Landing is a Minnesota DNR water access and watercraft campsite on the Big Fork River, with a riverside picnic table, fire ring, and toilet.
Gowdy Landing is a Minnesota DNR water access and watercraft campsite on the Big Fork River, at the end of minimum-maintenance road UT-290 off County Road 13. The mowed riverside clearing has a picnic table, fire ring, and toilet, and serves paddlers on the Big Fork State River Water Trail.
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive species law... Read more
Ben Linn Landing is a primitive carry-in canoe and kayak access on the Big Fork River in the Pine Island State Forest, with a picnic table and river overlook.
Ben Linn Landing is a primitive carry-in canoe and kayak access on the Big Fork River, reached via Ben Linn Landing Forest Road in the Pine Island State Forest. The site has a picnic table, an overlook with steps down to the river, and a small clearing for parking.
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive species law rides... Read more
The Big Fork River flows north through east-central Koochiching County past Big Falls, offering quiet paddling and fishing at several public landings.
The Big Fork River is one of the quieter pleasures of Koochiching County. Flowing northward through the east-central part of the county, it carries paddlers and anglers through a stretch of rural north-woods country on its long journey toward the Rainy River system.
Along the way the river passes the small community of Big Falls, home to about... Read more
Bill Counter Landing is a small boat launch on the Big Fork River in Koochiching County.
Small Boat Launch on the Big Fork River.
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive species law rides home with the trailer: pull the drain plug, drain the water, and leave plants and prohibited species at the access. Part of the Big Fork River is on the DNR’s infested waters list for spiny waterflea, which... Read more
Kueffner's Landing offers carry-in public water access on the Big Fork River!
Kueffner’s Landing offers carry-in public water access on the Big Fork River!
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive species law rides home with the trailer: pull the drain plug, drain the water, and leave plants and prohibited species at the access. Part of the Big Fork River is on the DNR’s
Lofgren Access offers a boat landing on the Littlefork River!
Lofgren Access offers a boat landing on the Littlefork River!
Ivan Crawford Landing offers public water access to the Big Fork River!
Ivan Crawford Landing offer public water access to the Big Fork River!
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive species law rides home with the trailer: pull the drain plug, drain the water, and leave plants and prohibited species at the access. Part of the Big Fork River is on the DNR’s infested waters list... Read more
Reedy Flats Landing offers public water access to the Big Fork River!
Rules for this place
The border waters section of the Minnesota fishing regulations covers only the lower reach of the Big Fork River, and the water above that point is not in it. Minnesota’s invasive species law rides home with the trailer: pull the drain plug, drain the water, and leave plants and prohibited species at the access. Part of the Big Fork River is on the DNR’s infested waters list for spiny waterflea, which adds bait and water-transport rules for anyone leaving... Read more
Big Fork River flows north through a landscape of pine, spruce, fir, cedar, aspen, and birch forests to Rainy River!
The Big Fork River winds north through a rich landscape of pine, spruce, fir, cedar, aspen, and birch forests until it joins the Rainy River. Along its path, the towns of Bigfork and Big Falls serve as the main developed areas, offering convenient points for river access.
Anglers will find excellent fishing opportunities along the Big Fork, with species like walleye, northern pike, and smallmouth bass plentiful in its waters. The river is also a haven for birdwatchers, with frequent sightings... Read more
