Fishing - Big Jessie Lake is the premier Walleye lake in Itasca County. In addition to Walleye, nice Jumbo Perch, Northern Pike, Crappie, Panfish, and Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass are plentiful. Hunting - The Chippewa National Forest offers the best ruffed grouse hunting in the state. The abundant waters and public forest land are popular with duck, deer, and bear hunters. The area provides excellent vacation opportunities.
Great golf is close by.
Deer River and Grand Rapids hold many annual festivals. If you have an e-mail address, just fill out our Online Request Form . This page last updated on Monday, August 13, 2001.