Moose Lake

Located off Moose Lake Road on the southeast shore near Cohasset, this public access point features a double concrete ramp with a center dock, making it well-suited for kayaks, canoes, and small to medium-sized boats. The facility is conveniently located near the park office, where you can inquire about boat, canoe, and kayak rentals if needed. This is an excellent staging area for launching onto Moose Lake and the connected Moose Lake Chain.

The access area is particularly scenic during fall months, with noted reflections and early morning fog creating ideal conditions for paddlers. Moose Lake offers opportunities for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and general paddling recreation. The site provides a good balance of accessibility and natural surroundings, making it suitable for both casual paddlers and those looking to explore the larger lake system in the region.

As you stroll through the grounds of the Joyce Estate imagine the roaring twenties, the time of prohibition and women's suffrage. Imagine how unusual it was in its day, an isolated 4,500 acre resort with 40 buildings including its own golf course, private telephone line and airplane hanger. Heir to the Joyce Family fortune originating in part from lumber taken from northern Minnesota via the...

As you stroll through the grounds of the Joyce Estate imagine the roaring twenties, the time of prohibition and women's suffrage. Imagine how unusual it was in its day, an isolated 4,500 acre resort with 40 buildings including its own golf course, private telephone line and airplane hanger. Heir to the Joyce Family fortune originating in part from lumber taken from northern Minnesota via the Itasca Lumber Company, David Joyce of Chicago built the estate from 1917-1935. Due to excellent railway connections from Minneapolis and Chicago, and its scenic beauty, the Grand Rapids area became nationally known as a major resort area. The Joyce Family used it until 1972. Through its heritage and interpretive programs the Chippewa National Forest manages this site which is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.   Information Flyer

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