DNR Forestry keeps Minnesota's forests and trees growing strong. Minnesota's 60 state forests, school trust acres, and other forested lands make up the 4.2 million acres we manage. Our forests need care and management to provide clean water and natural resources for future generations. With this in mind, we weave sustainability into all of our forest work—from what trees to plant, to what areas to harvest, to what places to preserve.
Burning and campfire restrictions
To help ensure public safety and protect natural resources, debris burning, campfires, and fireworks are restricted in Cook, Koochiching, Lake, and northern St. Louis counties, and also including the portions of George Washington State Forest and Scenic State Park that extend into Itasca County beginning 12:01 p.m., Monday, July 20. Please review all burning restriction information and do your part to prevent wildfires.