Bowstring Lake Landing Boat Area

Facility · Minnesota ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Chippewa National Forest (NF) · Open Access

1,326 ft
Elevation
A concrete ramp provides access to Bowstring Lake on the southern shore of the lake. The site is adjacent to State Highway 6 and County Road 14. Bluegill, bass, walleye and other panfish are found in the lake.

Getting there

Approximately 14 miles northwest of Deer River

47.56100, -93.94592 · 47°33'39.6"N 93°56'45.3"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in0.80.71.21.82.94.04.13.33.32.61.51.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Bowstring Lake Landing Boat Area

Can you reserve a site at Bowstring Lake Landing Boat Area?
No. Bowstring Lake Landing Boat Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Bowstring Lake Landing Boat Area

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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