CSAH #15
Starting at the intersection with CSAH
#1, the route turns south until it meets State Hwy #371 in downtown
Jenkins.
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Photos by Rod Nelson unless otherwise noted.
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#15 - Mile 1.0
Norwood Cemetery
The cemetery has been at this location for over 50 years. A sign
at the entrance says, ‘In memory of Tim’ a tribute to the son of
a more recent generation of the family who donated the land. See
it featured on the Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway playing cards.
#15 - Mile 1.3
Rambling Roads
Previously a dairy farm, the farm became a ranch in 1950. It has
been owned by the same family for generations. Drive by viewing
only.
#15 - Mile 1.5
Piney Ridge Resort
Originally known as "Cap'n Dees", it was a camp for loggers in
the early 1900s. Today Piney Ridge Lodge boasts an Historic Pub. Built during the Logging days of the Whitefish Chain, the Pub was built from trees that were saplings when George Washington was President. Square hewn logs and original chinking make the Pub a unique piece of Minnesota's logging history. A museum on site traces the resort history. #15 - Mile 1.5
Heath's Resort
Started in the 1930s, the resort's current owners are the third
generation. The original owners were well known fishing guides.
The current generation of Heaths continue that tradition. It's the
one place on the Whitefish Chain to rent ice fishing houses.
#15 - Mile 1.5
Heath Homestead
On the west side of C.S.A.H. 15 just north of the Piney Ridge Road
is the Heath Homestead. This house was built in 1901. The Heath
family still lives in the area.
#15 - Mile 2.3
Pine River
The main water artery into the Whitefish Chain, the Pine River
flows into Upper Whitefish Lake just a few miles from this location.
Travelers will appreciate the new bridge with the ‘view through’
sides. There is plenty of room to park and go exploring along the
shore of the river; a good spot for a picnic and some family photos.
#15 - Mile 3.1
Driftwood Resort and Resort Museum
Continue on the road to Driftwood Resort, owned and operated by
the Leagjeld family for the past 40 years. The American Plan resort
includes a nine-hole golf course with all holes marked by Norwegian
flags. The Minnesota Resort Museum is located on the grounds with
displays of resort life from the turn of the century to the present.
Other displays show fishing, winter sports, and logging, the industry
that is generally credited with ushering in the resort industry.
#15 - Mile 3.1
DNR Walleye Stripping Station
East of CSAH #15 about 1/4 mile on the Driftwood Road is the DNR
Station. Active from mid to late April, walleyes are intercepted
as they enter the river to spawn. Travelers will be fascinated by
this interesting fish management practice. Beware of Poison Ivy.
#15 - Mile 3.8
Deer Lake
Located on the north side of the road just west of Silver Sands
Road, this is a rearing lake for walleyes. Often there will be many
orange floats and aerators on the lake. Bait dealers also trap leeches
in Deer Lake. The traps are visible to the passerby. Some local
residents know this body of water as Rat Lake.
#15 - Mile 4.0
Jenkins Township Hall
Operated as a one-room school until the 1950’s, this little white
frame building now serves as the Township Hall. Plumbing is yet
to come. Township meetings never last too long that way, especially
during the winter! See it featured on the Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway
playing cards.
#15 - Mile 5.9
Willowhurst Farm
This beautiful, farm tucked behind the cornfield, has been in the
same family for over 60 years. Drive by viewing only.
#15 - Mile 5.9
Norway Tree Farm
On the west side of the route is the tree farm and on the east
side is Willowhurst Farm. True to its name, the tree farm grows
primarily Norway pines.
#15 - Mile 6.7
Jenkins Park
Upgraded significantly about 7 years ago, this attractive small
town park is used often by the neighborhood families. Travelers
are welcome to relax here and enjoy the park. Restrooms are available.
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