A city with a population of 930 people, Deer River is located at the intersection of State Highway 6, State Highway 46, and US Highway 2 in northern Minnesota. Outdoor recreation brings numerous people to the area throughout the year; Deer River is known as the Gateway to the Chippewa National Forest. Deer River's area lakes are known as some the best recreation lakes in Minnesota. Whether you are looking for a camping get-away, fishing in the summer, ice fishing in the winter, snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, hiking, or watching wildlife, Deer River has much to offer.