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Lake country. River-city discoveries.
Scenic header: Northern lights over Kabetogama Lake. · NPS Photo / Daniel Dendler · Photo credits
Lake country. River-city discoveries.

Your next great outing starts here.

North-shore scenery, waterways and cultural places invite a mix of outdoor time and town stops. Choose a manageable stretch and allow for the season.

A LITTLE INSPIRATION

Places to picture yourself.

Drivers cross a bridge in Bigfork, which is near a major byway interpretive station.
Scenic road

Edge of the Wilderness

Travel this spectacular, winding byway by many pristine lakes, forests, swamps, rolling hills, and other unique features. Outdoor recreation, interpretive sites, and other exciting opportunities await the traveler. During fall, the northwoods is adorned with the brilliant colors of red sugar maples, bronze oak trees and glowing gold aspen and birch.

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Travel information

Plan around the experience.

Choose a manageable region, then allow time for the main attraction and the places along the way. Check current access and reservations before departure.

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