Pine Point Research Natural Area is a natural area that is protected by the United States Department of Agriculture, specifically through the branch of the Forest Service. It was established in 1932 and consists of 1,239 acres (5.01 km2) of land. It is located in Cass County, Minnesota and is part of the Chippewa National Forest.
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