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Moose Lake and the surrounding areas were devastated by a large forest fire in 1918 that was started by sparks from locomotive coal engines. The massive fire blazed across over 250,000 acres and destroyed 38 small towns and communities. It caused around $73 million in damages, roughly $1.22 billion in today’s dollars. The unfortunate accident was no doubt compounded by a rare drought that had struck Minnesota, turning normally lush fields and meadows into tinder.

One thing this region is known for is its annual county fair, which is one of the longest-running fairs in the state. Started in 1890, the fair has been held annually without fail in Barnum, usually in mid-August. Although the events change with each passing year, a few traditional events die hard. In addition to horse races, one of the few in the state that allows amateurs, the fair also holds tractor pulls and livestock judging events.

The closest large town is Cloquet, about 25 miles north. Between dozens of state forests and parks and its proximity to the larger towns north, it’s smart to search for an RV in Carlton County, MN and head out on an amazing outdoor adventure.