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Ben Lynn Access

Ben Lynn is a carry-in public water access site on the Big Fork River in northern Koochiching County, offering a convenient entry point for paddlers and anglers.

As a carry-in access rather than a developed ramp, it is best suited for canoes, kayaks, and smaller watercraft. The site is managed by the DNR and is typically open 24 hours a day.


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