When completed, persons could then ride a paved trail all the way from Hinckley to Duluth. Recreational boating and water skiing are available on all the area lakes, most of which are equipped with public landings. Bear Lake County Park, located on the outskirts of the City of Barnum, offers public swimming in a lifeguard supervised area. Water fun for the youngsters or deep water for the advanced swimmer is available. In addition, most area lakes provide for fine public swimming.
Anglers have the opportunity to fish for a variety of species in the many area lakes.
Crappies, sunfish, northern pike. A valid Minnesota fishing license is required for those anglers over the age of 16, however, there is no license required at Bent Trout Lake, a privately owned lake that is stocked with trout. It Is located near Barnum. The season doesn't have to end when the summer does. Try your favorite lures during the winter months on all the area lakes with ice fishing.