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Summer 2023 state forest road projects, includes Beaver River State Forest Road near Finland, MN

Jun 16, 2023 11:02AM ● By Content Editor
Image: MN DNR

From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - June 16, 2023


The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources – Division of Forestry manages approximately 2,400 miles of state forest roads. Periodically, some roads must be closed during the summer to complete construction projects. Road closures may also affect OHV trails that are adjacent to the project.


Finland State Forest

Road Name: Beaver River

Location: Seven and a half miles southwest of the town of Finland

Project Description: Installation of a bridge where the forest road crosses the East Branch of the Beaver River.

Estimated Timeline: Beginning in Mid-July with a completion date of November 17th

Closure Information: The road washed out in the spring of 2022 and is currently closed at the project location. The road will remain closed at this location until project completion.


Before traveling to State Forests or OHV trails please check the following websites for updated closure information:

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