Welcome to Fishing Leech Lake, Minnesota!

Leech Lake offers some of the most expansive waters in Minnesota, are is the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. The dense woods and sparkling lakes of the forest give the area a near-wilderness character, but those
who vacation here will find all the comforts of home.

The Leech Lake Walker, Minnesota area is a favorite of anglers searching for walleye, northern pike, bass, muskie and panfish. Dozens of family resorts and campgrounds are tucked into the forest, near the town of Walker.

Several small rivers and lakes are perfect for canoeing, and reward paddlers with views of eagles, loons, waterfowl and other wildlife. The Chippewa Forest as the highest concentration of bald eagles anywhere in the continental U.S.--almost 200 pairs. There's a wide variety of birds in the forest, a lure for birders. The Chippewa Forest has visitor information and naturalist programs at centers in Walker, Minnesota.

The town of Walker, on the shores of Leech Lake, is a hub of activity with its restaurants, craft shops and boutiques, waterslide, golf courses, festivals and history museums.

Winter brings out the snowmobilers, ice anglers, and cross-country skiers, plus an unusual festival in Walker that pays homage to an ugly fish called the eelpout.

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