This Byway takes you to exactly what the name says, the edge of the wilderness in the Chippewa National Forest, meandering around 36 lakes and through landscapes thick with aspen, birch, pine and maple trees. Keep your eyes skyward to see the largest population of bald eagles in the United States.
Along the way, stop at Discovery Sites to explore the hidden cultural history of northern Minnesota, marked along the roadway with signs that alert you to the next site just ahead. Be sure to stop at the Edge of the Wilderness Discover Center in Marcell, where displays and exhibits introduce you to the whole Byway and the area.