Nature's finest awaits in the towering pines, diverse wetlands and pristine waters of the Chippewa National Forest. Catch of glimpse of bald eagles soaring in flight in this, the home of the largest breeding population of bald eagles in the lower 48 states. Hike into the Joyce Estate and see a Chicago millionaire's vast wilderness hideaway. The Lost Forty also awaits, a majestic stand of old-growth white pine ignored by lumber companies during the logging era. The Chippewa National Forest is also home to a portion of the Edge of the Wilderness National Scenic Byway and Suomi Hills, a semi-primitive non-motorized recreation area. Suomi Hills features miles of hiking, biking and Nordic skiing trails running through rolling forests and calm lakes.

Northern Minnesota's Edge of the Wilderness National Scenic Byway will reward and excite your senses! Awarded the status of National Scenic Byway in 1996, the 47-mile winding drive from Grand Rapids north to Effie on State Highway 38 shows off spectacular scenery and historic sites. The byway also gives access to a variety of outdoor recreational experiences such as hiking, biking, Nordic skiing, canoeing, fishing, birding, wildlife viewing and more. Interpretive sites give insight to the natural, scenic and historical qualities of the route.

Enjoy the breathtaking colors of Mother Nature with a spectacular Fall Colors Driving Tour. A Discovery Tour brochure is available to guide visitors on their journey.

Open year round, however winter travel warrants discretion.

Open to the public, mid-April through September. The Grand Rapids Gun Club has  expanded to accommodate eight trap fields, four skeet fields, a duck tower, and a Hunter's Clays five stand course. Shooters of all skill levels are welcome. New shooters can find on-site instruction by certified instructors; youth and women's classes; and loaner firearms available for use. The club offers a large welcoming clubhouse and friendly atmosphere for league, individual, and tournament shooting. Ammunition, clothing and accessories available for sale on site.  A unique alternative to a golf scramble during your next convention or group function.

Registered skeet shoots; call for dates and times. Check the calendar of events for additional tournaments and events.
Cost: $7.50 per round of 25 targets. (Reduced prices with membership, but membership is not required.) Visitors welcome.

Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 4:00pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00 pm

Mount Itasca Ski Area
200 Mount Itasca Drive
Coleraine, MN 55722
Phone: (218) 245-3487 or (218) 256-1053

State of the art snowmaking and grooming capabilities, and recently updated rental and proshop featuring new ski and snowboard rental.  The facility offers a unique combination of ski jumping, alpine skiing, biathlon, cross country and snowboarding in one location. Located five miles east of Grand Rapids in neighboring Coleraine.  Call for open skiing/snowboarding times.

Open to the public, hours vary by season.
Summer Hours: Wednesday 4 p.m. to dark, Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4pm, and Saturday by appointment.