§577a Conserving Shore Line Beauty for Recreational Use of Public Lands in Northern Minnesota; Regulation of Logging

Summary

Federal lands next to boundary lakes or streams touching this area, and any other lake or stream in the area that is now or later used for boat or canoe travel, must keep shorelines looking natural by limiting logging. Cutting trees is not allowed within 400 feet of the water’s edge, unless the Forest Service allows a different distance in a specific case for practical reasons. Healthy trees may not be cut closer than 200 feet to the water’s edge. Trees that are diseased, insect‑infested, dying, or dead may be removed nearer than 200 feet. Cutting closer than 200 feet is also allowed when needed to make banking areas, landings, or other things directly tied to logging work.