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CAMPGROUND NAME: Birch Lake

VISIT DATE: 08/21/1996

UPDATE DATE: 4/5/2007

STATE: Minnesota

REGION: Eastern

RANGER DISTRICT: Kawishiwi

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ely

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Ely, MN, take State Rt. 1 south 8.1 miles to campground sign
(Forest Rt. 429).  Turn right onto Rt. 429 and go south 3.6 miles
to campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,380 ft.

The campground has two loops along the west shore of Birch Lake
in mixed hardwoods.  Well away from the highway, the campground
has a quiet, tranquil atmosphere.  Some sites are adjacent to and
have direct access to Birch Lake.  Birch Lake is a large lake and
attracts power boats which can interfere with the campground's
quiet nature.

NOTE: Although open, campground undergoing renovation through
2005.  Call 218-365-7600 for update information.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September 30.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - lake sites
$10 per day - other sites
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 28
   
   Total Sites: 29

Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14' X 58'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel with some having drainage problems.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Birch Lake is 7,628 acres.

HIKING No

FISHING   
Walleye, crappie, Northern pike and perch

CAMPGROUND NAME: Cadotte Lake VISIT DATE: 08/24/1996 UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Laurentian NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Hoyt Lakes RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Hoyt Lakes, MN, take State Rt. 110 south 14 miles to State Rt. 16. Turn left onto Rt. 16 and go 8.5 miles to campground sign (Bundle Lake Rd). Turn left onto Bundle Lake Rd. and go 0.5 miles to another campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 1 mile to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,480 ft. The campground has two loops along Cadotte Lake in young Aspen and spruce trees. Some sites are adjacent to and have direct access to the Lake. Bait, boat rentals, and firewood are available locally but not in the campground. Campers must share Cadotte Lake with lakeside residences. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open early May through November. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 to $14 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 0 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27 Total Sites: 27 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 27 No. Grilles on Sites: 27 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 55' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel and grass. An RV waste station, with no potable water, is located at Phillips gas station in Hoyt Lakes - no fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigots are solar and hand pumps. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: Yes Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: Yes Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Cadotte Lake is 318 acres. Large, sandy beach with change rooms. HIKING - No FISHING Walleye and Northern pike A wheelchair friendly fishing deck is available.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Crescent Lake VISIT DATE: 08/16/1996 UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Tofte NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tofte RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Tofte, MN, take State Rt. 2 north 16.9 miles to Forest Rt. 170. Turn right onto Rt. 170 and go east 6.7 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,560 ft. The campground snuggles onto Crescent Lake with many sites overlooking the lake. Several sites have steps down to Lake. Good fishing makes this a popular campground with anglers. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 10 through October 11. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $14 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 12 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20 Total Sites: 32 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: Yes Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 32 No. Grilles on Sites: 32 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 60' Comments: The parking parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is located at Sawbill Lake (National Forest) Campground. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigots are hand pumps. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: Yes Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Crescent Lake is 836 acres. HIKING Pete's Point Trail - 1/4 mile FISHING Muskie, Northern pike and Walleye

CAMPGROUND NAME: Devil Track Lake VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/1/2004 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: From Grand Marais, MN, take State Rt. 12 north 3.5 miles to County Rt. 8. Turn left onto Rt. 8 and go 5.6 miles. At this point Rt. 8 changes to County Rt. 57. Continue straight onto Rt. 57 and go 2.5 miles to campground sign (Forest Rt. 1612). Turn left onto Rt. 1612 and proceed to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation 1,520 ft. This small campground is the closest campground to Grand Marais, MN. The campground's sites stretch along a short peninsula on Devil Track Lake, giving many sites views of the lake. Young Poplar provide limited shade. Sailing and waterskiing are popular activities as well as trout fishing in nearby streams. And there is berry picking. So much to do! SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided weekend before Memorial Day through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 to $14 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 1 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14 Total Sites: 15 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: No No. Tables on Sites: 15 No. Grilles on Sites: 15 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 15' X 200' Comments: Parking aprons can accomodate any size RV. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3 No. Threaded: 0 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: No Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: No Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Devil Track Lake is 1,873 acres. Larger boats can be launched at the Forest Service/DNR Seaplane Dock, 0.5 miles east of campground. HIKING Express Way Snowmobile Trail (foot and mountain bike) FISHING Nearby streams offer trout fishing.

CAMPGROUND NAME: East Bearskin Lake VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/1/2004 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: From Grand Marais, MN, take State Rt. 12 north 26 miles to campground sign (Forest Rt. 146). Turn right onto Rt. 146 and go 1 mile to another campground sign (Forest Rt. 142). Turn right and proceed to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,600 ft. The campground has several overlapping loops near the East Bearskin Lake. East Bearskin Lake features several shallow bays, making the campground a good location for wildlife watching (moose, beaver, eagles, ducks, loons, songbirds and bears are most common visitors). Wildlife is also often seen while paddling the Lake's shoreline. The campground is also an entry point to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) - permits required. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided weekend before Memorial Day through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 8 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23 Total Sites: 31 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: Yes Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 31 No. Grilles on Sites: 31 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 59' Comments: Parking aprons are grass and gravel. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigot is a hand pump. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: Yes Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: East Bearskin Lake is 643 acres. HIKING Miles of hiking (foot and mountain bike) on x-country ski trails next to campground. FISHING Walleye, Smallmouth bass, Lake trout and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Echo Lake VISIT DATE: 08/22/1996 UPDATE DATE: 5/25/2005 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: LaCroix NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ely RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Ely, MN, take State Rt. 169 east 0.9 miles to County Rt. 88. Turn left onto Rt. 88 and go 1.7 miles to County Rt. 116 (Echo Trail). Turn right onto Rt. 116 and go north 45.3 miles to campground sign. Turn right and go 0.7 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,120 ft. The campground is a single loop on the southern shore of Echo Lake in a heavy stand of Aspen. A few sites do overlook the Lake. Swimming beach, playground, lake side docks, easy hiking trails, and an interpretive program plus a quiet setting make this campground ideal for families. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services are provided mid-May through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $10/$20 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 1 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23 Total Sites: 24 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: Yes Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 24 No. Grilles on Sites: 24 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 17' X 64' Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is provided at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169 - $2 fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: Yes No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: Yes Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: No Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: Yes Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Echo Lake is 1,222 acres. Sandy beach. HIKING Echo Lake Trail (foot) - 1.5 mile. FISHING Northern pike, Walleye, Black crappie, White sucker and Yellow perch

CAMPGROUND NAME: Fall Lake VISIT DATE: 08/22/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/5/2007 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Kawishiwi NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ely RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Ely, MN, take State Rt. 169/County Rt. 18 east 5.2 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto County Rt. 551 and go 1.5 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,260 ft. The campground, located on the south shore of Fall Lake, has three overlapping loops, South, North, and West, tucked into Aspen. Although some sites do have a view of the lake, none have direct access. The campground is also an entry point to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) - permits required. Bait, boat rentals, ice, firewood, and guide services are available. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open May 1 through October 1. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $15 to $20 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 8 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 57 Total Sites: 65 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 65 No. Grilles on Sites: 65 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 16' X 56' Comments: The parking aprons are level and gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is provided at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169 - $2 fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7 No. Threaded: 2 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: Yes Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Fall Lake is 322 acres with a sandy beach and change rooms. Power boats are limited to 25HP motors. Concessionaire rents boats and canoes. HIKING No FISHING Smallmouth bass, Walleye, Northern pike, Crappy, perch and Bluegill

CAMPGROUND NAME: Fenske Lake VISIT DATE: 08/22/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/5/2007 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Kawishiwi NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ely RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Ely, MN, take State Rt. 169 east 0.9 miles to County Rt. 88. Turn left onto Rt. 88 and go 1.7 miles to County Rt. 116 (Echo Trail). Turn right onto Rt. 116 and go 8 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,320 ft. The campground is comprised of widely spaced sites with some overlooking Fenske Lake. It is densely wooded with hardwoods and pines. There are several walk-in tent sites. There is a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed pavilion with fireplace. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open mid-May through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day - lake sites $10 per day - other sites Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 6 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9 Total Sites: 15 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 15 No. Grilles on Sites: 15 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 69' Comments: An RV waste station, with potable water, is provided at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169 - $2 fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigot is a hand pump. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: No Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Fenske Lake is 130 acres. Grassy beach and wheelchair friendly fishing pier. Boat ramp located 0.2 miles north of campground. HIKING No FISHING Sunfish, crappy, Large and Smallmouth bass and Northern pike.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Flour Lake VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/1/2004 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Grand Marais, MN, take State Rt. 12 north 27 miles to campground sign. Turn right and go 2.2 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,620 ft. The campground is located on Flour Lake in a stand of mixed hardwoods and pines. The campground provides a good homebase for exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) - permits required. Flour Lake features several shallow bays, making the campground a good location for wildlife watching (moose, beaver, eagles, ducks, loons, songbirds and bears are most common visitors) especially while paddling the Lake's shoreline. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided weekend before Memorial Day through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $13 to 15 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 7 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30 Total Sites: 37 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 37 No. Grilles on Sites: 37 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 56' Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigots are hand pumps. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: No Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Flour Lake is 352 acres. HIKING Honey Moon Bluff (foot) - 0.75 miles Miles of hiking (foot and mountain bike) on cross-country ski trails are nearby. FISHING Walleye, Smallmouth bass, Lake trout and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Kimball Lake VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/1/2004 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: From Grand Marais, MN, take State Rt. 12 north 11 miles to campground sign (Forest Rt. 140). Turn right onto Rt. 140 to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,520 ft. This small campground between Mink and Kimball Lakes has sites on a loop and some on a spur leading to Kimball Lake boat ramp. An "anglers' trail" encircles Kimball Lake and provides not only a pleasant hike but access to some good fishing spots. A sandy swimming beach and wheelchair-friendly fishing pier are also available at campground. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided weekend before Memorial Day through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 to $14 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 1 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9 Total Sites: 10 Tent Pads: No Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 10 No. Grilles on Sites: 10 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 89' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: No Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Kimball Lake is 80 acres. HIKING Trail encircles lake primarily for fishing. FISHING Trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Jeanette VISIT DATE: 08/22/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/25/2005 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: LaCroix NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ely RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Ely, MN, take State Rt. 169 east 0.9 miles to County Rt. 88. Turn left onto Rt. 88 and go 1.7 miles to County Rt. 116 (Echo Trail). Turn right onto Rt. 116 and go north 34.2 miles to campground sign. Turn right onto Forest Rt. 360 to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,180 ft. A small single campground beside the glacier carved Lake Jeanette. Each and every site has a view of the Lake. The campground is only lightly wooded with spruce and has an open, spacious feeling. This is a sweet, picturesque, little campground well-worth the long drive. The two walk-in tent sites in a stand of Jack pines are perhaps the prettiest in the Forest. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided mid-May through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $10 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 4 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 8 Total Sites: 12 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 12 No. Grilles on Sites: 12 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 16' X 57' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is provided at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169 - $2 fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigot is a hand pump. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Lake Jeanette is 638 acres. Small docks are at some sites and there are two boat ramps. HIKING Convenient to Lake Astrid Lake Trails. FISHING Northern pike, perch and Walleye

CAMPGROUND NAME: Little Isabella River VISIT DATE: 08/21/1996 UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Tofte NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Isabella RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Isabella, MN, take State Rt. 1 west 4.6 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,680 ft. The campground stretches out along the banks of Little Isabella River in a dense stand of Red pine. The area was a Red pine plantation probably planted by the Civil Conservation Corp. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 10 through October 1. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 0 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11 Total Sites: 11 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 11 No. Grilles on Sites: 11 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 81' Comments: Parking aprons are grass and gravel. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigot is a hand pump. WATER SPORTS - None HIKING - No FISHING Trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: McDougal Lake VISIT DATE: 08/21/1996 UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Tofte NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Isabella RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Isabella, MN, take State Rt. 1 west 9.9 miles to campground sign (Forest Rt. 106). Turn left onto Rt. 106 and go 0.5 miles to another campground sign. Turn right into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,620 ft. The campground has two loops along the north shore of McDougal Lake in mixed woods. Several of the tent sites are walk-in only and some sites do have a view of the Lake. An easy, unmaintained l-mile loop trail includes scenic overlooks and offers a pleasant outing for the whole family. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 10 through October 1. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 8 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13 Total Sites: 21 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 21 No. Grilles on Sites: 21 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 72' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel and dirt. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: No Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: McDougal Lake is 323 acres. Beach is sandy with changing rooms. HIKING - No FISHING Walleye and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Ninemile Lake VISIT DATE: 08/19/1996 UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Tofte NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Schroeder RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: In Schroeder, MN, take County Rt. 1 west for 6.1 miles to County Rt. 8. Continue straight on County Rt. 8 for 3.9 miles to County Rt. 7. Bear to the right onto Rt. 7 and go 4 miles to campground sign. Turn left into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,580 ft. This campground is a single loop with some sites overlooking Ninemile Lake. Young mixed trees provide shade. The 5-mile long Ninemile Lake trail starts just across from the campground's entrance and offers a good chance to explore the area's "boreal" forest. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 5 through November 1. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 2 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22 Total Sites: 24 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 24 No. Grilles on Sites: 24 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 50' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel and level. Munincipal RV waste stations are located in Finland and Silver Bay, MN. - no fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Ninemile Lake is 339 acres. Boat, canoe and paddle boat rentals are available. HIKING Ninemile Hiking Trail - 5 miles FISHING Walleye and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Pfeiffer Lake VISIT DATE: 08/23/1996 UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Laurentian NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tower RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Tower, MN, take State Rt. 169 south 4.2 miles to campground sign (State Rt. 1). Turn right onto Rt. 1 and go west 4.9 miles to another campground sign. Turn left and go 1.7 miles to still another campground sign. Turn right to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,700 ft. The campground is composed of a single loop near Pfeiffer Lake in mixed hardwoods and pine. Some sites do have a view of the Lake. Good campground for a weekend or two-week stay. The Lake's robust population of panfish, bass and perch will challenge anglers of all ages. Pfeiffer Lake is a loon nesting area so traffic on the lake is controlled. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open early May through September. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 1 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14 Total Sites: 15 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 15 No. Grilles on Sites: 15 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 85.5' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: Yes No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: Water spigot is a solar pump. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Pfeiffer Lake is 57 acres. Grass beach with change rooms. HIKING Pfeiffer Lake Trail (foot, partly interpretive) - 3 miles FISHING Walleye, Largemouth bass, Bluegill and crappie A wheelchair friendly fishing deck is available.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Sawbill Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2006
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Tofte NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tofte RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: In Tofte, MN, take County Rt. 2 north 22.8 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,620 ft. The campground has two overlapping loops along the east shore of Sawbill Lake in a dense stand of pine. Although some sites do overlook the Lake, heavy vegetation limits the view. The campground provides a good home base for exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) - permits required. This is a canoer's paradise. Canoe and equipment rentals, firewood, limited groceries, and permits available at nearby Sawbill Canoe Outfitters. The campground's "canoe access" was a CCC project as are many of the BWCAW portages. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 10 through October 1. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $14 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 6 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 45 Total Sites: 51 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 51 No. Grilles on Sites: 51 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: Yes Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 70' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel and all about same size. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigots are hand pumps and solar-powered. Showers and sauna available at nearby Sawbill Canoe Outfitters. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: No Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: No Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Sawbill Lake is 765 acres. Canoeing is the primary water sport on the lake and into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW ). There is carry-down access for canoes. Canoe and outfitting rentals available for rent at nearby Sawbill Canoe Outfitters. Guided canoe trips into BWCAW also available from Sawbill Canoe Outfitters. HIKING - No FISHING Northern pike and bass. There is a wheelchair friendly fishing pier that is adjacent to reservable wheelchair friendly sites.

CAMPGROUND NAME: South Kawishiwi River VISIT DATE: 08/21/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/5/2007 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Kawishiwi NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ely RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: In Ely, MN, take State Rt. 1 south 10.9 miles to campground sign. Turn left into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,400 ft. A large single loop makes up this campground. Located on the southern bank of Kawishiwi River, the campground has fishing, swimming, hiking, and boating. The enclosed log pavilion/cabin with fireplace was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1933 and is an excellent example of the workmanship taught to the enrollees. Ask campground host for a tour to see the internal construction and handmade pieces of furniture. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open mid-May through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day - lake sites $10 per day - other sites Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 5 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26 Total Sites: 31 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 31 No. Grilles on Sites: 31 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 16' X 65' Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is provided by Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169 - $2 fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigot is a hand pump. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: No Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: The beach is grassy on a wide, quiet river suitable for canoeing. HIKING Kawishiwi River Forest Trail FISHING Walleye, Northern pike and perch

CAMPGROUND NAME: Trails End VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/1/2004 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: In Grand Marais, MN, take County Rt. 12 north 54 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,340 ft. This campground is a long way from anywhere and worth every mile of the drive. Located between Seagull and Gull lakes, the campground is composed of three spurs off the main loop. These spurs twist and curve, following the contour of the land. Some sites overlook one lake or the other and all enjoy good shade from the mixed woods. A set of rapids join Gull and Seagull lakes and add to the overall beauty of the campground. The campground provides a good home base for exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) - permits required. Blueberries can be found in and near the campground. And wildlife viewing is excellent. Bald eagles, osprey, broad winged hawks, turkey vultures, moose, pine marten, fly catchers, and sparrows are most frequent visitors. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided week before Memorial Day through September 30. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $15 to 17 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 20 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13 Total Sites: 33 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 33 No. Grilles on Sites: 33 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 16' X 59' Comments: Sites 4 through 10, on their own loop, each have a threaded water spigot. This loop has a challenging turn-around, recommend walking the area before committing RV. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: Yes Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2 No. Threaded: 2 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: No Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Seagull Lake is 4,996 acres. Power boats are limited to 10HP motors. Canoer heaven; canoes and other related equipment can be rented. HIKING Seagull Voiture - 0.5 miles FISHING Walleye, Lake trout and Smallmouth bass

CAMPGROUND NAME: Two Island Lake VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 4/1/2004 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: In Grand Marais, MN, take State Rt. 12 north 3.5 miles to County Rt. 8. Turn left onto Rt. 8 and go 5.6 miles to County Rt. 27. Turn right onto Rt. 27 and go 4.2 to campground sign. Turn left into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,640 ft. This large campground is composed of two spurs and a long loop on Two Island Lake. Relatively close to Grand Marais, the campground is far enough off the beaten path to offer a pleasant camping experience. Fishing is the main attraction of the campground although non-anglers are discovering the area's beautiful and challenging trails. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided weekend before Memorial Day through Labor Day. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 to $14 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 11 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26 Total Sites: 37 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 37 No. Grilles on Sites: 37 RV INFORMATION Hookups: None Group RV Sites: No No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 77' Comments: Parking aprons are grass and gravel with some not level. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigots are hand pumps. WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): No Sailing: Yes Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: Yes Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Two Island Lake is 731 acres. Several shallow areas along lake shore provide wading opportunities. Caution: Watch for floating logs and rocks. HIKING FISHING Walleye, Smallmouth bass and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Whiteface Reservoir VISIT DATE: 08/24/1996 UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Laurentian NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Hoyt Lakes RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Hoyt Lakes, MN, take State Rt. 110 south 14 miles to State Rt. 16. Turn right on Rt. 16 and go west 5.2 miles to campground sign (County Rt. 618). Turn left onto Rt. 618 and go 2.8 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,320 ft. Four loops named 1, 2, 3 and 4 make up this campground located on the west shore of Whiteface Reservoir. Some sites offer a view of the Reservoir as well as electric hook-ups. Camp sites are very close together and overall this campground does not offer great privacy. Hiking trails, playground areas, sandy swimming beach, boat ramp with dock and excellent fishing make this a good family campground. Firewood, bait, boat rentals, ice, and some camping supplies are available at the campground. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open early May through September. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $14 to $16 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 1 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 51 Total Sites: 52 Tent Pads: Yes Group Tent Sites: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 52 No. Grilles on Sites: 52 RV INFORMATION No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0 No. Water and Electric Only: 0 No. Water Only: 0 No. Electric Only: 24 Group RV Sites: Yes No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Potable Water at Waste Station: No Largest Parking Apron Size: 14' X 68' Comments: The parking aprons are mixed gravel and asphalt. An RV waste station, with no potable water, is located at Phillips gas station in Hoyt Lakes - no fee. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: Yes No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4 No. Threaded: 4 WATER SPORTS Lake: Yes Swimming (provided): Yes Sailing: No Boat Ramp: Yes Boat Carry Down Access: Yes Power Boating: Yes Boating (no power): Yes Water Skiing: Yes Rafting (whitewater): No Kayaking (whitewater): No Comments: Whiteface Reservoir is 4,980 acres. Sandy beach. HIKING Whiteface Forest Trail - 2.5 miles FISHING Crappie, Walleye, Bluegill, Northern pike and perch. There are two fishing decks, both of which are wheelchair friendly