These are the best spots in MN for a late season Ruffed Grouse hunt

Here are the best spots for late-season ruffed grouse in Minnesota, focusing on areas that tend to hold birds even after the leaves drop:

Northern St. Louis County:

Superior National Forest around Ely
Kabetogama State Forest These areas have good mix of young aspen and dense conifer cover where grouse concentrate in late season

Itasca County:

Chippewa National Forest
George Washington State Forest Birds often move to areas with mountain maple and hazel understory

Aitkin/Crow Wing Counties:

Hill River State Forest
Savanna State Forest Good mix of lowland alder and mature aspen

Late season tips:

Focus on dense conifer stands near food sources
Look for areas with highbush cranberry and winterberry
Hunt the warmer parts of the day when birds are more active
South-facing slopes tend to hold more birds late season
Areas with standing catkins (birch/alder) are prime spots

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