Big Bog State Recreation Area Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
state park in Minnesota, USA
About Big Bog State Recreation Area
The protected area covers500sqmi (1,300km)of primarily peat bog, and is considered a true wilderness due to its great size and unspoiled state. The greater Big Bog area includes the Upper Red Lake Peatland, a National Natural Landmark under the Historic Sites Act. It received this designation in 1975 from the United States Secretary of the Interior, giving it recognition as an outstanding example of the nation's natural history. Also included in the greater Big Bog area is the Lost River Peatland, a designated Scientific and Natural Area for the state of Minnesota. It was designated in 1991. It is also an Audubon Important Bird Area, and contains the largest number of rare plant species of any peatland in Minnesota. Common trees include tamarack, tag alder, cedar, diamond willow, black and
Big Bog State Recreation Area Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: