Recreation

The DNR said a closure notice because of a land dispute in the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area was an error, but it’s unclear how access could be affected moving forward.

Forest staff will share information on upcoming road and trail construction, prescribed fire activities and recreation projects.

The DNR is proposing two sets of changes in Itasca State Park to expand overnight camping and winter recreation, as well as protect Lake Itasca's shoreline.

The DNR adopted new rules in January 2026, changing the previously closed portion of the bass fishing season to catch-and-release, meaning fishing for the species is open year-round.

A 57-year-old man from the south metro was killed after two snowmobiles collided on the Arrowhead Snowmobile Trail on Feb. 3, 2026.

Permits are needed to visit the Boundary Waters in May through September. The Superior National Forest encourages planning your backcountry trip and only reserving permits you can use.

The Eagle Mountain trail in the Superior National Forest will be closed to the public for two weeks in January 2026 for the safety of the dogs and Forest Service personnel.

The new bridge is 5 feet taller to make it more resilient to high flooding. The previous bridge was built in 1988 and closed in 2022 after severe flood damage.

The city wants the public to help inform the development of the 160-acre park, with the goal of maximizing its potential use.

The walleye population is in "excellent shape," but the winter fishery is so popular, the limit is one lower than it was for open water season.