Itasca County is a wonderful winter destination where you can relax, reconnect with loved ones, and you can recharge in Minnesota’s nature. Enjoy a winter wonderland in the Chippewa National Forest where you can enjoy thousands of miles of trails, and over 1,100 area lakes. Come cross country ski, downhill ski, ice fish, mountain bike, skate, snowboard, snowmobile, snowshoe, and snowtube.