Battleground State Forest

State forest in Minnesota, United States
47°07′25″N 94°08′06″W / 47.1237°N 94.135°W / 47.1237; -94.135Area17,969 acres (7,272 ha)AdministrationEstablished1963Governing bodyMinnesota Department of Natural ResourcesWebsitewww.dnr.state.mn.us/state_forests/sft00003/index.htmlEcologyWWF ClassificationWestern Great Lakes ForestsEPA ClassificationNorthern Lakes and Forests

The Battleground State Forest is a state forest located near Gould Township in Cass County, Minnesota. It is managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. It lies entirely within the boundaries of the Chippewa National Forest, additionally, and a portion of the forest falls within the borders of the Leech Lake Indian Reservation.

Outdoor recreation activities include hiking and mountain biking on provided trails, as well as backcountry camping. Swimming and fishing are an option on bordering Leech Lake, boating is possible due to the forest's two public access boat launches.[1]

See also

External links

  • Battleground State Forest - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

References

  1. ^ "Battleground State Forest". Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. 2010-08-16. Archived from the original on 25 August 2010. Retrieved 2010-08-17.
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