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•George Washington State Forest is located in northeastern Itasca County. To get there, take U.S. 65. north of Nashwauk, take State Highway 1 between Effie and Togo, and Scenic Hwy 7 east of Big Fork.
•This state forest boasts eight different camping facilities. Two horse campgrounds, Togo and Stony Brook, have picket lines and pull-through sites. Bear Lake, Button Box, Larson Lake, Lost Lake, Owen Lake, and Thistledew Lake campgrounds all feature boat launches and fishing opportunities.
•There are many recreational areas within the forest, most of them along a lake. Owen Lake and Thistledew Lake all have day use areas with picnic tables and swimming beaches.
•Cross-country ski trails provide loops to challenge experienced skiers as well as those that suit the novice. Snowmobilers will find nearly 200 miles of groomed scenic trails.
Large wetland areas limit use of some roads and trails.
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RECREATION Boating Boat Ramp Nearby Dispersed Camping Canoe / Kayak Fishing Pier Hunting Picnic Area Picnic Shelters |
TRAILS Cross-Country Skiing Hiking 60 Miles Horseback Mountain Biking Class I ATV Class II ATV 200 Miles Snowmobiling
• Effective December 31, 2009, portions of this state forest is classified for the purposes of motor vehicle and OHVs usage as managed, limited and closed. Refer to state forest map for details. •Most roads and trails are open to mountain bikes unless posted. |
FACILITIES •Bear Lake Campground and Day-Use Area |
SPECIAL FEATURES IN STATE FOREST •Scenic State Park |
OTHER DESTINATIONS •Sturgeon River State Forest |