Bowstring State Forest, State forest in northern Minnesota, United States
Bowstring State Forest extends across 526,569 acres of northern Minnesota, containing wetlands, lakes, and mixed forest stands of pine and hardwood species.
The forest lands were withdrawn from sale in 1927 and officially established as a state forest in 1963, marking a shift toward managed conservation.
The forest provides educational programs about local ecosystems and wildlife through partnerships with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Visitors can access multiple recreational trails for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and ATV riding throughout different sections of the forest.
Lake Winnibigoshish, spanning 56,470 acres within the forest boundaries, offers extensive opportunities for fishing, boating, and water-based activities.
Location: Itasca County
Location: Cass County
Location: Beltrami County
Website: https://dnr.state.mn.us/state_forests/forest.html?id=sft00009#homepage
GPS coordinates: 47.41830,-94.09240
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:17
Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox
59.5 km
Lake Winnibigoshish
7.5 km
Lake Bemidji State Park
56.3 km
Waldsee
51.1 km
Scenic State Park
51.7 km
The Big Fish
15.1 km
Rabideau CCC Camp
42.2 km
Forest History Center
44.9 km
Schoolcraft State Park
30.9 km
Bemidji Carnegie Library
59.5 km
Beltrami County Courthouse
59.8 km
Nymore Bridge
59.4 km
Marcell Ranger Station
36.3 km
David Park House
59.4 km
Bigfork Village Hall
48.9 km
Coleraine Methodist Episcopal Church
52.2 km
Church of the Good Shepherd
52.1 km
Remer State Forest
37.3 km
Scenic State Park CCC/WPA/Rustic Style Historic Resources
51.7 km
Lake Bemidji State Park CCC/NYA/Rustic Style Historic Resources
56.7 km
Sandtrap Golf Course
40.5 km
Draper Lookout Tower
56.3 km
Rabideau Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Picnic Shelter
42.4 km
Cuba Hill Lookout Tower
31.1 km
Blackduck Lookout Tower
45.8 km
Farley Hill Lookout Tower
17.5 km
Pinewood Fire Tower
62 km
Coleraine Fire Lookout Tower
50.9 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes