BUENA VISTA STATE FOREST

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Buena Vista State Forest


May 5, 2024

Buena Vista State Forest is a 4,000-acre forest located in the state of Minnesota. The forest is a popular spot for outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling. Some of the points of interest in the forest include the Mississippi Headwaters, the North Country National Scenic Trail, and the Aiton Heights Fire Tower.

The Mississippi Headwaters is the point where the Mississippi River begins. It is a popular spot for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The North Country National Scenic Trail is a 4,600-mile hiking trail that passes through the forest. The Aiton Heights Fire Tower is a 100-foot tower that offers visitors a panoramic view of the forest.

The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, black bear, wolves, and bald eagles. Visitors may also find rare plants such as the lady’s slipper orchid.

The best time to visit Buena Vista State Forest is during the summer months when the weather is warm and the forest is lush with vegetation. However, visitors can also enjoy the forest during the fall when the leaves change color.

Overall, Buena Vista State Forest is a great place to explore nature and enjoy outdoor activities in Minnesota.




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DORA LAKE TO STATE HIGHWAY 6
Big Fork Watershed, Minnesota
THE OTTER TAIL POWERPLANT TO ALLEN'S BAY
Mississippi Headwaters Watershed, Minnesota
THE OUTLET OF LAKE ITASCA TO THE IRON BRIDGE OF COUNTY ROAD 7
Mississippi Headwaters Watershed, Minnesota
THE DISCHARGE OF THE FLOOD DIVERSION CHANNEL TO RIVERTON
Elk-Nokasippi Watershed, Minnesota
THE CONFLUENCE OF THE PRAIRIE RIVER TO THE BOUNDARY OF LOGAN AND WORKMAN TOWNSHIPS
Prairie-Willow Watershed, Minnesota
THE IRON BRIDGE OF COUNTY ROAD 7 TO LAKE BEMIDJI
Mississippi Headwaters Watershed, Minnesota
CASS LAKE TO LAKE WINNIBIGOSHISH
Mississippi Headwaters Watershed, Minnesota
THE 25-ACRE ISLAND JUST SOUTH OF BRAINERD TO ROSCOE ISLAND
Elk-Nokasippi Watershed, Minnesota
LAKE WINNIGIGOSHISH TO BLACKWATER LAKE
Mississippi Headwaters Watershed, Minnesota
THE BOUNDARY BETWEEN LOGAN AND WORKMAN TOWNSHIPS IN AITKIN COUNTY TO THE DAM ENTRANCE OF THE FLOOD DIVERSION CHANNEL
Prairie-Willow Watershed, Minnesota

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