CSAH #3
Just south of Crosslake, travelers follow #3 south to the intersection
with CSAH #11.
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Photos by Rod Nelson unless
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#3 - Mile 0.0
Beaver’s Corner
Located at the intersection of CSAH 3 and 11, this homestead
was one of the first in the area. All that remains on the site today
is a crumpled log building and a few household items.
Pelican Lake Memorial Forest
Located southwest of the intersection of CSAH 3 and 11, this 120 acre forest was designated the Pelican Lake Memorial Forest. A 7 acre tract in the southwest portion underwent red pine replanting in 2002. There are a total of 64 acres of conifer plantings in this area.
#3 - Mile 0.6
Pelican Brook
A ‘storybook babbling brook’, this little stream flows out of Ossawinamakee
Lake and into the Pine River which eventually reaches the Mississippi.
The brook is one of the few natural spawning areas for the desirable
bait minnow, the red-tailed chub. The presence of the chub indicates pristine water quality. The first minnow seining permit
was issued by the county in the late 1800's.
#3 - Mile 1.5
Cedar Chest
Started as a home, the original owners switched their plans part-way
through the construction and built a restaurant instead! The exterior
was finished in all cedar which lead to the name, Cedar Chest Supper
Club. The property is located on Big Pine Lake with over 100' of frontage.
Many people remember the original "cook your own meat" arrangement
that was unique to the Cedar Chest at that time and quite appealing
to many area diners. Travelers are invited to stop by for lunch
or dinner. And enjoy the beautiful setting overlooking Big Pine
Lake.
#3 - Mile 1.5
Cod Kimball Homestead
Nick-named 'Cod' because of his constant comments about the Cape
Cod area of the U.S., a place he apparently enjoyed, Kimball homsteaded
the property on the west side of the road overlooking Pelican Brook.
Today, under different ownership, the setting is still charmingly
attractive and well-kept. Stucco now covers the old homestead wooden/log frame. Kimball Lake, one of the lakes of the
Ossawinamakee Chain, was named after Cod Kimball - one of the sites
highlighted in the second set of Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway Playing
Cards.
#3 - Mile 1.6
Big Pine Lake
A scenic lake located on the east side of CSAH #3, Pine Lake is connected to the Whitefish and Ossawinnamakee Chains only through creeks and streams. The Pine River flows through the northern part of the lake
on its way to the Mississippi. It can be viewed from either direction
along the route.
#3 - Mile 3.8
Riverside Inn
Built in the late 1930’s, the first owners called their bar and
dance hall, The Criss Cross. In the 40’s, it was renamed The Clover
Club, which it was until 1962 when it burned down. Rebuilt in 1963
a little further from the road, it was again renamed The Riverside
Inn. Travelers are invited to stop in! Be sure to enjoy the expansive
flower garden.
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