State Boat Ramp
State Boat Ramp
State Hwy 1 Public Hand Launch provides a carry-in access point to the Big Fork River in northeastern Itasca County, making it ideal for paddlers and anglers without trailers.
This hand launch offers a convenient entry point for canoes, kayaks, and other small watercraft to access the river for fishing and paddling recreation.
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