Deer Permit Area 111, Minnesota
Unit info
- Game species
- White-tailed Deer, Black Bear, Ruffed Grouse
- Group
- Zone 100 — Northern Minnesota
- Area
- 1,386 mi²
- Public land
- N/A
White-tailed Deer — season & harvest
- Reported harvest
- 412
Draw odds for White-tailed Deeraren't on file for this unit yet. Check your state wildlife agency website for current draw statistics.
Season & harvest data is published for White-tailed Deer so far. Black Bear, Ruffed Grouse also occur here — that data can be added as the community contributes.
About this unit
AI-compiled · sourcedDPA 111 is a vast, remote permit area in northeastern Minnesota's Zone 100, covering roughly 921,000 acres of boreal forest, woody wetlands, and lake country within the Superior National Forest and Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Deer densities here are among the lowest in the state, and the DNR restricts harvest to bucks only to allow the herd to recover — making this a challenging but wild and scenic deer hunt with exceptional opportunities for black bear and grouse.
Boreal forest dominated by spruce-fir, aspen, and birch interspersed with extensive woody wetlands, lakes, and granite ridges. Extremely remote in many areas, particularly within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Elevation is relatively flat to gently rolling with numerous lakes and bog complexes.
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Deer season falls under Zone 100 firearms Season A (typically early-to-mid November). Bucks only under standard license; antlerless tags available via lottery but rarely issued due to low population recovery goals. Black bear season opens in September by DNR zone lottery with preference points. Ruffed grouse and spruce grouse seasons run mid-September through early January with generous limits. No turkey or elk present in this zone.
One of Minnesota's most remote deer hunting experiences set against the backdrop of the BWCA and Superior National Forest. Exceptional black bear hunting in September under lottery draw. Ruffed grouse and spruce grouse are abundant throughout the boreal forest. Minimal hunting pressure and outstanding wilderness scenery. Antlerless deer requires lottery selection; standard license covers bucks only.
Questions, tips & discussion
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Boundaries: MN DNR official Deer Permit Areas. Community info last updated 23d ago.