The Ojibwa tribe gave this land the name "Chequamegon," or "place of the shallow water." It was here in these pristine, low waters that the tribe would canoe down the tranquil Chaquamegon Bay and fish its abundant supply of smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye and trout. To this day, Chequamegon National Forest remains famed for the prize fishing and serene canoeing within its low waters. Read More »
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What You Can Do in Chequamegon National Forest
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking and Backpacking
- Horseback Riding
- Nature
- Paddling
- Scenic Drives
- Snow Sports
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Parks Near Chequamegon National Forest
- Saint Croix National Scenic River,WI (19 mi.)
- Apostle Islands National Lakeshore,WI (55 mi.)
- Porcupine Mountains State Park,MI (70 mi.)
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