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Fall is a great time to make your home, property Firewise

Minnesota DNR tree seedling sales open Oct. 1

Mill Towns State Trail

Fall webinar series focuses on forest management in the wake of Bemidji area storm damage

Public Lands Day celebrates Minnesota’s natural spaces, those who steward them

As fall seasons kick off, Minnesota DNR urges anglers, hunters, and off-highway vehicle riders to prioritize safety

Minnesota DNR plans habitat management on Flowing WMA in Clay County

Hunting license lottery

Muzzleloader deer hunt lottery SEARCH

Shoreland Residents

Variances in Shorelands, Floodplains and Other DNR-protected Waterways

Investigational reports - Fisheries

Camp Ripley/Veterans State Trail

Minnesota River State Trail

Minnesota State Parks and Trails Newsletters

Tamarack Nickel Project

Forest management grants

ais crayfish permit

Report 290: 1991; Aeromagnetic Interpretation Pseudo-Geologic Maps, with Evaluation, in Lake of the Woods and Lake Counties, Minnesota

Report 340: 2002; Compilation of Mineral Resources Digital Information for the Minnesota River Valley Corridor

Report 280: 1991; Regional Survey of Buried Glacial Drift, Saprolite and Precambrian Bedrock in Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota

Report 317: 1997; Ore Deposit Modeling of the Footwall Mineralization of the Duluth Complex

Report 255-1/265/266: 1988-1989 Drill Core Repository Sampling Project

Report 264: 1988-1989 Geodrilling Report; Hubbard, Becker, Koochiching, Beltrami & St. Louis Counties

Report 278: 1988; Report 278: 1991; Archean Drill Core Description and Assay in Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota

Drill Core Library

Report 295: Reconnaissance Mineral Potential Evaluation, Central Minnesota

Report 267: 1989; Minnesota Minerals Database Project

Report 263: A Regional Geochemical Survey of Glacial Drift Drill Samples Over Archean Terrane in the Effie Area, Northern Minnesota

Dimension Stone Inventories & Data (1991-2015)

MMRD

Little Falls Area Fisheries

Itasca Lodging Opportunities

Group lodging | Itasca State Park

Suites and rooms | Itasca State Park

Cabins | Itasca State Park

Boat and water safety education

Boater Education Law

Douglas Lodge Cabins | Itasca State Park

Historic East Cabin | Itasca State Park

Bear Paw Cabins | Itasca State Park

Pulbic Land Day Proclamation

Bear Paw Guesthouse | Itasca State Park

Lake Ozawindib Cabin | Itasca State Park

Bert's Cabins | Itasca State Park

OHV Definitions

Photos of Bert's Cabins | Itasca State Park

Lake Ozawindib Group Center | Itasca State Park

Elk Lake Group Camp | Itasca State Park

Publications

State park road account program - Grants

Game registration stations

Transportation grants

Maps Produced September 23, 2025

Romolo Kanwar Contact and References

Maps Produced September 16, 2025

Districts-Boundaries

Becoming an Outdoors Woman sponsors

Ecological and Water Resources Division Contact Information

Lone Wolf Cabin | La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

Black Bear Guest House | La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

The Headwaters Inn | Itasca State Park

Redwood Lodge | Camden State Park

Minnesota State Parks Lodging: Camper Cabins

Fish information and regulations

Lake Of The Woods

Smelt on the North Shore

Baudette Area Fisheries

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 22

State, federal agencies use wasps to slow the spread of emerald ash borer in Minnesota

Take a scenic fall color drive through Minnesota’s state forests

Zebra mussels confirmed in Bass Lake in Itasca County

Zebra mussel confirmed in Turtle Lake in Ramsey County

Richard J Dorer State Forest

St. Croix State Forest

Safety Training Classes

Lake Superior Fishing Reports

Wildlife and Nature : Viewing Tips

Ice fishing: Crappie

Bass Fishing

Where to fish

LakeFinder Mobile - FAQ

Compass Help

Lakes

CSG Site Report Redirect

Bring in the Clean-Up Crew!

contacts

Forest Insect and Disease Newsletter

Elk sightings

Forest Insect and Disease Newsletter- Archive

State parks A - Z list

State water trails A - Z list

Bear Registration Stations

Resources

Minnesota DNR releases Isanti County groundwater atlas

Hunter field log

WMA detail report

Project WET Distance Learning & Online Resources

Zebra mussel larvae confirmed in Phalen chain of lakes in Ramsey County

Activities for all

Camping in Minnesota state forests

ATV safety training requirements

Wetlands

Flood preparation, response, and recovery

Stream Habitat Program - Division of Ecological and Water Resources

Slayton-Talcot Lake Area Wildlife

Starry stonewort confirmed in Benedict Lake in Hubbard County

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 15

Roseau River WMA

Rochester Area Wildlife

Nicollet Area Wildlife

Grand Rapids Area Wildlife

Landview

Keystone Woods WMA

Rum River State Water Trail

Minnesota State Parks Lodging: Group Center

Keystone Woods WMA

Organizations offering a DNR firearms safety class

Eastern larch beetle-Management

Eastern larch beetle

Climate trends

Temperance River State Park

CWD Resources

Zebra mussels, starry stonewort confirmed in Anna Lake in Otter Tail County

HydroClim Minnesota for Early September 2025

St. Croix River State Water Trail

Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee

Donor Thank You

Catch and release

Maps Produced September 9, 2025

Certified weight

Resources - Rural fire department assistance - Grants - Assistance

Present Climate Conditions - Stream Flow and Flooding

Mississippi River Low Flow Management Links

HydroClim Minnesota for Early November 2012

Present Climate Conditions - Latest Precipitation Reports

Floodwarning gages

Heavy Rain: May 23-24, 2012

HydroClim Minnesota for Early December 2012

Stream Hydrology Program products

Hydrologic terms

Large lakes

Drought Conditions Overview

Lake Kabetogama

Lake Pepin

Present Climate Conditions - Maps and Charts

Heavy Rainfall - September 22-23, 2010

Retrieve Past Climate Data for Minnesota - Monthly

Retrieve Past Climate Data for Minnesota - Daily

Early spring snowstorm: March 22-23, 2015

Rain and Tornadoes: May 16-17, 2015

Heavy Rainfall Event May 11-12, 2014

Minnesota Flash Floods: 2011

Water Monitoring and Surveys

Minnesota archery hunters expected to have plenty of harvest opportunities this season

Minnesota DNR asks upland bird hunters to voluntarily log hunting activities

Zebra mussels confirmed in Roosevelt Lake in Cass and Crow Wing counties, Swan Lake in Itasca County

Zebra mussel larvae confirmed in White Earth Lake in Becker County

Minnesota DNR shares what to expect for the 2025 fall color season, provides tips to enjoy autumn on state lands

HydroClim Minnesota for Early December 2014

HydroClim Minnesota for Early October 2019

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HydroClim Minnesota for Early March 2025

Continuous bass season

Hydroclim Minnesota for Early August, 2025

heavy rain aug 14-18 2025

International Falls Area Fisheries

Becoming an Outdoors Woman contacts

Becoming an Outdoors Woman scholarships

The Twin Cities Snow and Cold Index

2022 projects

Prairie Podcast

Public water access on St. Croix River at William O’Brien State Park temporarily closed

CWD Background & Resources

WMA Major Units

Fall Color Media Room

Fall Colors Forecast

St. Croix River State Water Trail Snapshot Tour

American Black Bear (Ursus americanus)

On Board the Loon Pontoon

Epizootic hemorrhagic disease

Wildlife Research Publications

Waa-izhi-anokiidiyaang (Forging New Futures)

Better Bat Boxes

MCV Turns 85!

Public Waters Work Permits Program

Aquatic plants: Value

Lake St. Croix - Where to Fish - East Metro Area Fisheries

St. Croix River - Where to Fish - East Metro Area Fisheries

PILT reports and other materials

Minnesota DNR recognizes 3 conservation officers for lifesaving efforts

Minnesota DNR hosting 3 seed and cone collection workshops in September

Weekly waterfowl migration report

Salvage harvests set the stage for forest regeneration

Lake Surveys

Red Lake WMA

CPL Grants: Contact Information

Top Five Weather Events of 2018 in Minnesota

HydroClim Minnesota for Early December 2018

HydroClim Minnesota for Early July 2018

Climate Journal Archive

Fishing Photos

Maps Produced September 2, 2025

Pheasant hunting

Vermillion Highlands Research Recreation & WMA seasonal hunting information

Fish Art Contest

Contacts - Minnesota Native Prairie Bank

wild weekend mar 28-30-2025

Recreation Compass

Committee that advises DNR on fish and wildlife management asks for public input

Minnesota invasive species laws

Accessibility Exhibit Attendant

Accessibility Exhibit - Hunting Blind

2024 small game survey results available from Minnesota DNR

Minnesota DNR webinar series has new sessions this fall

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 2

Statewide pheasant numbers up nearly 50% from 2024

Apply to be part of a Minnesota DNR advisory group and add your voice to the conservation conversation

Low densities of zebra mussel larvae found in Vermilion, Kabetogama, Crane and Namakan lakes in St. Louis County

Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for proposed U.S. Steel Keetac Tailings Storage Facility Project

Zebra mussels, larvae confirmed in Cedar Lake in Scott County and Big Marine Lake in Washington County

Zebra mussels confirmed in Fox Lake in Becker County

Shoreland and Floodplain Education and Training Center

Annual stand exam lists - Division of Forestry

Keetac Tailings Storage Facility

Minnesota DNR recognizes youth for outstanding conservation efforts

2025 Fall color photo gallery

2009 fall color photo gallery

2010 fall color photo gallery

2011 fall color photo gallery

2012 fall color photo gallery

2013 fall color photo gallery

2014 fall color photo gallery

2015 fall color photo gallery

2016 fall color photo gallery

2017 fall color photo gallery

2018 fall color photo gallery

2019 fall color photo gallery

2020 fall color photo gallery

2021 fall color photo gallery

2024 Fall color photo gallery

2022 fall color photo gallery

2023 Fall color photo gallery

Prairie chicken hunting

Plankton Algae

Minnesota Project WET

Invasive Species Program

Stream restoration project completed on Seven Mile Creek in Nicollet County

Minnesota DNR proposes to increase yellow bass limit on Fairmont chain of lakes

Minnesota DNR invites deer hunters to share wildlife observations

As Labor Day weekend approaches, Minnesota DNR reminds off-highway vehicle riders to stay safe

Five Component Framework

Itinerary | North Shore Waterfall Tour

DNR K9 Unit

Capt. Mohs/K9 Mack

Minnesota's Future Forest Fund

School Trust Lands -- Reports

Maps Produced August 19, 2025

Maps Produced August 26, 2025

Hunting licenses

Fishing licenses

Commercial game & fish licenses

CWD Kits

Waterfowl hunting seasons on the horizon

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Aug. 25

Wolf

Deer

Minnesota State Fair Weather

Supporting our Military, Veterans and their Families

Windom Area Fisheries

Talk about wildlife

Online License Sales

Mille Lacs Lake Fishing Regulations

Share your photos

SNA Site Steward Responsibilities

Minnesota DNR seeks public input on updates to Lake of the Woods Fisheries Management Plan

Enforcement grants

Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment: DNR and the Legacy Funds

Meet our Volunteers

Greeters and Rovers

Wildlife Wing Interpreter

Nongame Wildlife Program

Advisory group appointment opportunities

Support Minnesota's Loons

Blanket Flower Prairie SNA

Icelandite Coastal Fen SNA

Rock Ridge Prairie SNA

Icelandite Coastal Fen SNA

Split Rock Lighthouse State Park

Charles A. Lindbergh State Park

Minneopa State Park

Hill Annex Mine State Park is permanently closed

Monson Lake State Park

Red River State Recreation Area

Old Mill State Park

Rice Lake State Park

St. Croix State Park

Savanna Portage State Park

Scenic State Park

Schoolcraft State Park

Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park

Split Rock Creek State Park

Upper Sioux Agency State Park is permanently closed

Whitewater State Park

Zippel Bay State Park

Sibley State Park

Advisory Group Appointment Opportunities

Lock and Dam 5 Invasive Carp Deterrent Project

Starry stonewort confirmed in four Minnesota lakes

13 officers graduate from Conservation Officer Academy, begin field training

Piers added with Get Out MORE funding

Wild turkey management

Grouse hunting

Heart of the lakes trail

CPL Grantee Information

Wetland Wildlife

Waterfowl season dates

Upland birds season dates

Trapping season dates

Hunting season dates

Projects - Nongame Wildlife Program

Compare three years of Minnesota fall colors

News releases

Hunters urged not to shoot ear-tagged, radio-collared research bears

Mille Lacs Lake walleye limit increases from 2 to 3 on Aug. 23

Recent land donations increase the state’s forested land by more than 370 acres

Minnesota communities to benefit from historic $12 million in grants to strengthen urban, community forests

When and why leaves change color

Lake Superior Coastal Program Events

At the academy

Public Waters Inventory Program (PWI)

Bear hunting

Special deer hunts

Cabin: Scenic State Park

Free Loaner Equipment : GPS, Birding, Fishing Kits, and More!

Small game hunting

Interactive deer permit area map

Deer feeding and attractants bans

Waterfowl hunting

Bear hunting

Ground Water Atlas Program

Wild rice management - Shallow Lakes Program

State Fair volunteer opportunities

Minnesota Loon Monitoring Lake Availability Map

Minnesota DNR adds new exhibits and demonstrations to 2025 State Fair lineup

Zebra mussels confirmed in Union Lake in Douglas County

DNR seeks input on proposed fur farm rules

Yellow floating heart - invasive species

bird by bird volunteer

DNR forester contact map for woodland assistance

William O'Brien State Park

Wild Rice regulations and harvesting

SNA Site Stewards Training and Resource Materials

Aircraft Status Report - Wildfire Information Center

WIA GPS Data

Myre-Big Island State Park

Lake Vermilion

Lakeview Campground at Sibley State Park to reopen May 16

West Metro area fisheries

Wild River State Park

Hill Annex Mine State Park is permanently closed

Permit Application for the Propagation of Endangered or Threatened Species

Subscribe to Minnesota Conservation Volunteer

Recreation options and alternatives following drawdown of Lake Alice in William O’Brien State Park

Wild rice season opens soon, but harvesters must ensure rice is ripe

DNR’s Field to Forest Cost-Share Program helps landowners reforest Minnesota

Water control structure project to begin at Grey Eagle WMA in Todd County

Maps Produced July 29, 2025

Moose Lake State Park

Maps Produced August 12, 2025

Nerstrand Big Woods State Park

Advisory Groups

Tettegouche State Park

Sakatah Lake State Park

Purple loosestrife biological control - Invasive species

Aquatic Invasive Species Training and Permits

Specialist Bees

Prolonged Smoke Outbreak Jul Aug 2025

Paddling Safety Tips | Paddler's Checklist

Timeline of invasive carp in Minnesota

Falconry Main Page

Falconry Class Upgrades

Hunting and CWD sampling

Taxidermist information

Aquatic Plants: Emergent Plants

Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area

Flood Hazard Mitigation Grant Assistance - grants

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

Keeping It Natural

Duluth Area Fisheries Office - FAQ

Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

McCarthy Beach State Park

Maplewood State Park

Kilen Woods State Park

Lake Bemidji State Park

Lake Bronson State Park

Lake Carlos State Park

Lake Louise State Park

Lake Maria State Park

Lake Louise State Park

Lake Shetek State Park

Lake Maria State Park

Lake Shetek State Park

Lac qui Parle State Park

Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park

Judge C.R. Magney State Park

John A. Latsch State Park

Jay Cooke State Park

Itasca State Park

Interstate State Park

Hayes Lake State Park

Greenleaf Lake State Recreation Area

Great River Bluffs State Park

Grand Portage State Park

Gooseberry Falls State Park

Glendalough State Park