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CAMPGROUND NAME: Cadotte Lake

VISIT DATE: 08/24/1996

UPDATE DATE: 11/25/2023

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. (dirt) 
and go 0.5 miles to another campground sign.  Turn left at sign 
and go 1 mile to campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,700 ft.

The campground, stretching along the west shore of Cadotte Lake, 
has two unnamed loops.  The opposite shoreline is dotted with
private residences.  The loop closest to the campground's
entrance has a solar powered water spigot while the other loop
has a handpump.  Sites are nestled among a pleasant mix of fir,
hemlock, birch and spruce which provide ample shade while
towering Aspen shimmering high above.  Sites along the shoreline
have views of the lake and trails leading to the water.  Although
the lake can be noisy with no restrictions, this pretty
campground with its tranquil atmosphere, is a nice spot for RVs
of all types and sizes, as well as car and tent campers.  Privacy
between campsites is very good.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through September 10

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - standard
$26 per day - lakefront

NOTE:  No fee when services are not provided.
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: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 50'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass.  An RV waste station,
with no potable water, is available at the Phillips gas
station in Hoyt Lakes.

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 powered 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.  It has a 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: 1/25/2024 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, at the intersection of Sawbill Trail (County Rt. 2) and State Rt. 61, take County Rt. 2 north 12 miles to Crescent Lake sign. Turn right at sign onto Forest Rt. 170 (The Grade) and go 6.8 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground. NOTE: Only the first 2.5 miles are paved. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,800 ft. The campground is on a little peninsula that reaches into Crescent Lake with many sites overlooking the lake. Several sites have steps down to the lake. The sites are heavily wooded and pleasantly secluded. Good fishing makes this a popular campground with anglers. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 12 through October 20 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $20 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 Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 32 No. Grilles on Sites: 32 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40' 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 solar powered. Showers are available for a fee at Sawbill Lake campground. 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 (foot) - 0.25 miles FISHING Muskie, Northern pike and Walleye

CAMPGROUND NAME: Devil Track Lake VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2024 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: In Grand Marais, MN, at the intersection of State Rt. 61 and County Rt. 12 (Gunflint Trail), take County Rt. 12 north 4 miles to County Rt. 8 and Devil Track campground sign. Turn left onto Rt. 8 and go 5.6 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left onto County Rt. 57 (Devil Track Rd.) and go 2.7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign, onto Forest Rt. 1612 (dirt) and go 0.1 miles into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation 1,700 ft. The campground stretches along the north side of the Devil Track Lake in a stand of mixed trees including Aspen, Red pine and Birch. There are two sites (3 and 4) on a spur with no turn around and are not recommended for travel trailers. Camp sites fall into two general categories - comfortable small and secluded or large and open. The sites in the latter category are well suited to small groups or large family gatherings. About half the camp sites are on the lake front and include possible informal mooring. These lakefront sites fill up quickly and early in the week. The campground has some blueberry and raspberry plants waiting to be picked. Some sites have parking aprons exceeding 200 ft. Privacy between sites is good. Sailing and waterskiing are popular activities as well as trout fishing in nearby streams. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May thru October - weather dependent. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $18 per day - single $20 per day - premium single Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 0 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16 Total Sites: 16 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: No No. Tables on Sites: 16 No. Grilles on Sites: 16 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: See RV comments Comments: Parking aprons are gravel and grass and can accommodate 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. The campground's boat ramp is small and primitive. 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 VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/25/2023 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 Maras, MN, at the intersection of State Rt. 61 and County Rt. 12 (Gunflint Trail), take County Rt. 12 north 25.9 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign onto Forest Rt. 146 (gravel) and go 1 mile to another campground sign (Forest Rt. 142). Turn right and go 0.2 miles to campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,600 ft. The campground has three loops off one large loop near East Bearskin Lake, a loon nesting lake. A few sites do enjoy a limited view of the lake and all sites are within walking distance of the 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. Ample shade is provided by a pleasant mix of trees including Red pine, birch, maple, and Aspen. A heavy understory and middlestory offer excellent privacy. The nearby Bearskin Lodge rents various water craft and is available, with reservations, for a Cook's Night Out. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 10 through October 31 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $20 per day. Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 6 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25 Total Sites: 31 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 31 No. Grilles on Sites: 31 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 59' 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): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigot is solar powered. 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. Boats, canoes, kayaks are available for rent at neighboring Bearskin Lodge. 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: 2/8/2018 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: LaCroix NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Orr RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: In Orr, MN, at intersection of US Rt. 53 and County Rt. 23, take RT 23 east (across railroad tracks), then immediately turn right, staying on Rt. 23, and go 20.3 miles to an intersection. Turn right onto County Rt. 116 (Echo Trail) and go 0.8 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go another 0.8 miles into campground. NOTE: County Rt. 116 is dirt. County Rt. 23 becomes County Rt. 24 in Buyck, and Buyck, MN may have gas. Alternative: 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 1,300 ft. The campground is a single loop on the southern shore of Echo Lake in a thick stand of Aspen. This mixed eastern hardwood forest, which includes maple and spruce, provides ample shade. The heavy vegetation limits views of the lake from campsites. However, there are trails leading down to the water. Young trees and lush ground plants give very good privacy between campsites. This quiet campground where the sounds of birds and the wind are most often heard, is a peaceful alternative to the hustle and bustle of the area's resort scene. Possible day trips: Voyageurs National Park, Crane Lake, and Vermillon Falls. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services are provided May 9 through October 1 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day - single $24 per day - double Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 0 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22 Total Sites: 22 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 24 No. Grilles on Sites: 24 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 17' X 64' Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel. An RV waste station with potable water, is available for a fee at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169. 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: The water spigot is solar powered. 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. Its beach is sandy. HIKING Echo Lake Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles. Echo Lake Hunters Walking trail (foot) - 10 miles FISHING Northern pike, Walleye, Black crappie, White sucker and Yellow perch

CAMPGROUND NAME: Fall Lake VISIT DATE: 08/22/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/25/2023 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, at intersection of State Rt. 169 (Sheridan St) and State Rt. 1, take Rt. 169 east 5.4 miles to campground sign and County Rt. 182. Turn left at signs onto Fall Lake Rd. and go 1.6 miles to the campground's "Welcome" building. NOTE: State Rt. 169 becomes County Rt 18. You must register at the "Welcome" building before entering the camping area. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,300 ft. The campground, located on the south shore of Fall Lake, has three overlapping loops - Basswood Lane, Lakeview Lane, and Northern Lights Lane. Some sites in Northern Lights Lane and Lakeview Lane have views of the lake. Northern Lights Lane, located west of the campground's boat landing, is heavily wooded with a nice mix of trees; many of the campsites are terraced with parallel parking aprons along the road with table and grille below. Lakeview Lane is also pleasantly wooded but is somewhat more open. Basswood Lane is the most open, with lots of Aspen and birch, and has all the campground's pull-through sites. Besides registering campers, the campground's "Welcome" building has a small convenience store with ice, soda, a variety of other items and a small Nature Center. A paved walkway provides access to the lake, campground loops, camp store, and other facilities. A portion of Fall Lake is inside the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) so the campground is an entry point to the Wilderness - permits required. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open May 3 through September 28 - weather dependent RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $28 per day - no hookups $37 per day - 50 amp electric hookups $35 per day - 30 amp electric hookups Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 7 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 55 Total Sites: 62 Tent Pads: Yes Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 62 No. Grilles on Sites: 62 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0 No. Water and Electric Only: 0 No. Water Only: 0 No. Electric Only: 53 No. RV Pull Throughs: 5 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 45' Comments: The parking aprons are level and gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is available for a fee at the Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169. Some campsites will accommodate any size RV. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: Yes Hot Showers: Yes Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: Yes No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8 No. Threaded: 4 Comments: Hot showers are wheelchair friendly. Bathhouses are heated and have a family bathroom. 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 outside the BWCAW. HIKING Stub Lake Trail (foot only) - 1.5 miles Campround walking path (paved - foot, stroller, bicycle) FISHING Smallmouth bass, Walleye, Northern pike, Crappy, perch and Bluegill

CAMPGROUND NAME: Fenske VISIT DATE: 08/22/1996 UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2024 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, at the intersection of State Rt. 169 (Sheridan St.) and State Rt. 1, take Rt. 169 east 0.9 miles to County Rt. 88. Turn left at sign onto Rt. 88 (Grant McMahan Blvd) and go 2.2 miles to an intersection. Turn right onto Rt. 116 and go 7.6 miles to campground on right. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,600 ft. The campground is a large loop with widely spaced sites, some overlooking Fenske Lake. The lake is shared with private residences. It is densely wooded with hardwoods and pine. 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 May 10 through September 28 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $20 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 5 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10 Total Sites: 15 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 15 No. Grilles on Sites: 15 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 50' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is available for a fee at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169. 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 solar powered. 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 with a small grassy beach and wheelchair friendly fishing pier. The boat ramp is located 0.2 miles north of campground. HIKING Fenske campground trail (foot only) - 1.5 miles FISHING Sunfish, crappy, Large and Smallmouth bass and Northern pike.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Flour Lake VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/25/2023 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: n Grand Marais, MN, at the intersection of State Rt.61 and County Rt. 12 (Gunflint Trail), take Rt. 12 north 27.3 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign onto County Rt. 66/Clearwater Rd. (dirt) and go 2 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.4 miles into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,800 ft. The campground, a single loop, is located on Flour Lake in a stand of mixed hardwoods and pine. Some campsites have a view of the lake. The campground provides a good home base 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. The privacy between sites is excellent and the campground is good for large RVs. A comfortable, manicured campground, Flour Lake campground is popular with canoe, kayak, and power boat enthusiasts. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 6 through October 23 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $22 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 3 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 33 Total Sites: 36 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 36 No. Grilles on Sites: 36 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: See RV cooments Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel and 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): 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: 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: 1/25/2024 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: In Grand Marais, MN, at the intersection of State Rt. 61 and County Rt. 12 (Gunflint Trail), take County Rt. 12 north 10.9 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign onto Trout Lake Rd. (Forest Rt. 140), which is gravel, and go 1.5 miles to another campground sign. Turn right at sign into 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" circles 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. The campground enjoys ample shade from Red pine, Aspen, birch, and maples and probably good Fall color. The middle and understory vegetation provides good privacy and Kimball Lake is nice for canoeing. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May thru October - weather dependant. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $18 per day - single $20 per day - premium single 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 Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 10 No. Grilles on Sites: 10 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 55' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. Pop-up campers and slide-ins only recommended for sites 1 and 2. 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: One water spigot is behind site 4. 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 An unmantained trail circles lake primarily for fishing. FISHING Rainbow trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Jeanette VISIT DATE: 08/22/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/27/2023 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: LaCroix NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Orr RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: In Orr, MN, at intersection of US Rt. 53 and County Rt. 23, take Rt. 23 east (across railroad tracks), then immediately turn right, staying on Rt. 23, and go 20.3 miles to an intersection. Turn right onto County Rt. 116 (Echo Trail) and go 12 miles to campground sign. Turn left into campground. NOTE: County Rt. 116 is dirt; County Rt. 23 becomes County Rt. 24 in Buyck, MN and Buyck may have gas. Alternate route: 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. This is a small single loop campground, originally built by the CCC in the 1930s, located on a peninsula reaching into the glacier-carved Lake Jeanette. Most sites have a view of the lake and some are on the lake. The campground is wooded with a pleasant mix of hardwoods and pine providing shade for most sites. The understory of fern, wildflowers and grass is kept under control by mowing, giving the campground a manicured appearance. There are two walk-in tent sites with a nearby "open air" vault. Glacial "erratics" (massive boulders) left behind by the receding glacier, give the campground character and a place for moss to grow. The campsites are close together providing only fair privacy except for walk-in sites which enjoy excellent privacy. This is a sweet, picturesque little campground well worth the long drive. Lake Jeanette is not the largest lake in the forest nor the most isolated but it feels like it is both. The winding shoreline and islands make Lake Jeanette a great place to explore in a canoe or kayak. Created long ago by a massive glacier, this lake is considered by many to be a special location. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 10 through September 29 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 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: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 12 No. Grilles on Sites: 12 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 44' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station, with potable water, is available for a fee at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169. 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 solar powered. Walk-in sites have an "open air" vault - bring toilet paper. 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. Informal mooring possible at some campsites. 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: 11/27/2023 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Tofte NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Finland RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Finland, MN, take State Rt. 1 north 20 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,900 ft. This rustic campground has two loops in a thick stand of mixed woods including Red pine, probably planted by the CCC (Civil Conservation Corp), adjacent to Rt. 1. The dense middle and understory provide excellent privacy. Most sites are within walking distance of the Little Isabella River. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May through October - weather dependent. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $15 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: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 11 No. Grilles on Sites: 11 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 45' Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel and some are not level. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No Public Phone: Yes Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigot is a solar powered faucet. WATER SPORTS - No HIKING - No FISHING Trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: McDougal Lake VISIT DATE: 08/21/1996 UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2024 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Tofte NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Finland RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation DIRECTIONS: From Finland, MN, take State Rt. 1 north 25.2 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto County Rt 704 (dirt) and go 0.5 miles to another campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,800 ft. The campground has two loops along the north shore of McDougal Lake in mixed woods, including Aspen birch, maple, Red pine and other conifer which provide ample shade. A thick understory gives campsites very good privacy. Several of the tent sites are walk-in only and some sites do have a view of the Lake. An unmaintained l-mile loop trail includes scenic overlooks and offers a pleasant outing for the whole family. This attractive destination campground, with a neglected or undiscovered appearance. One feature of McDougal Lake is the wild rice growing there. Called "manoomin" by the Objiwa people, this rice is the "floating leaf" type and is harvested in late August through early September (permit required). SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 9 through September 30 - weather dependent. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $15 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 5 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16 Total Sites: 21 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 21 No. Grilles on Sites: 21 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0 No. Water and Electric Only: 0 No. Water Only: 0 No. Electric Only: 0 No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Potable Water at Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 45' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel, dirt and grass. 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 solar powered faucet. 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. The beach is sandy with changing rooms. HIKING - No FISHING Walleye and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Ninemile Lake VISIT DATE: 08/19/1996 UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2024 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, at the intersection of Sawbill Trail (County Rt. 2) and State Rt. 61, take Rt. 61 west 3.8 miles to Cramer Rd. (County Rt.1) in Schroeder. Turn right onto Rt. 1 and go 6.1 miles to County Rt. 8. Continue straight onto Rt. 8 and go 3.8 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn right onto County Rt. 7 and go 3.9 miles to campground on left. NOTE: County routes are gravel except for the first 1.7 miles of County Rt 1. Alternate route: In Finland, MN, at the intersection of State Rt. 1 and County Rt. 7, take County Rt. 7 (gravel) east 15.5 miles to campground on left. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,600 ft. This campground is a single loop with some sites overlooking Ninemile Lake. The lake has some wood islands and offers a pleasant place to explore by canoe or kayak. A mixed wood of Red pine, cedar, and birch provide shade and fair privacy. Non- lakefront campsite tend to be overgrown. Informal mooring of boats is possible at the attractive lakefront campsites. 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. This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 9 through October 13 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $15 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 1 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25 Total Sites: 26 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 27 No. Grilles on Sites: 26 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 45' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel and level. Expect some low overhead branches. Munincipal RV waste stations are located in Finland and Silver Bay, MN. 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 solar powered faucet. 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. HIKING Ninemile Hiking Trail - 5 miles FISHING Walleye and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Pfeiffer Lake VISIT DATE: 08/23/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/27/2023 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 onto Pfeiffer Lake (Forest Rt. 256) and go 1.7 miles to still another campground sign. Turn right into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,500 ft. The campground is composed of a single loop near Pfeiffer Lake in mixed hardwoods and pine. Although some sites are along the lakeshore, the heavy vegetation limits any views of the water. These sites do, however, have short, camper made trails to the shoreline and little beaches with possible informal mooring. The lake's irregular and well vegetated shoreline suggests good canoeing and kayaking opportunities. This campground is good 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 May 10 through September 29 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $12 per day NOTE: No fee when services are not provided. 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 Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 15 No. Grilles on Sites: 15 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 43' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. 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 Comments: The water spigot is solar powered. 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 with grass beach and 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: S. Kawishiwi River VISIT DATE: 08/21/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/27/2023 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, at intersection of State Rt. 169 (Sheridan St.) and State Rt. 1, take Rt. 1 south 10.9 miles to campground on left. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,500 ft. The campground is a large single loop in a dense stand of mixed woods. Aspen and birch tower above a variety of conifers. Some sites are terraced, all have a groomed appearance. A few giant boulders are scattered around campground providing a nice contrast to the leafy green. Located on the southern bank of Kawishiwi River, the campground has fishing, swimming, hiking, and boating. The log pavilion/cabin with fireplace was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Halfway CCC Camp (Company 704) built the structure between 1936 and 1938 and it is an excellent example of the workmanship taught to the enrollees. Ask campground host for a tour to see the internal construction and handmade furniture. (Contact the Ranger District office for rental information on the cabin.) SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open May 10 through September 28 - weather dependent RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $20 per day - no hookups $29 per day - 50 amp electric hookups $27 per day - 30 amp electric hookups Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 0 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 31 Total Sites: 31 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 31 No. Grilles on Sites: 31 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0 No. Water and Electric Only: 0 No. Water Only: 0 No. Electric Only: 6 No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 55' Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel and all are about the same size. An RV waste station, with potable water, is available for a fee at Ely Chamber of Commerce on State Rt. 169. 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 and located near the pavilion. There is also a solar powered well. 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 (foot) - 1 mile FISHING Walleye, Northern pike and perch

CAMPGROUND NAME: Sawbill Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/16/2006
UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2024
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, at the intersection of State Rt. 61 and County Rt. 2 (Sawbill Trail), take Rt. 2 north 22.5 miles to campground. NOTE: The first 2.5 miles of County Rt. 2 (Sawbill Trail) are paved; the remainder are gravel. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,800 ft. This notable 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 but provides excellent privacy. An interpretative program is offered on weekends. The campground provides a good home base for exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) - permit required. This is a canoer's paradise. Canoe and equipment rentals, firewood, limited groceries, gift items and permits are available at the nearby Sawbill Canoe Outfitters - within walking distance of all campsites. The campground's "canoe access" was a CCC project as are many of the BWCAW portages. This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 12 through October 20 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $20 per day Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 2 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 46 Total Sites: 48 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: No Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 48 No. Grilles on Sites: 48 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: Yes Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes Average Parking Apron Size: See RV comments Comments: The parking aprons are gravel and can accommodate any size RV. 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: There is one hand pump. The remaining water spigots are solar powered. Showers are available for a fee at 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 ). Canoes and equipment rentals available at the Sawbill Canoe Outfitters. Guided canoe trips into BWCAW also available from Sawbill Canoe Outfitters. HIKING - No FISHING Northern pike and bass.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Trails End VISIT DATE: 08/17/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/28/2023 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, at intersection of State Rt. 61 and Country Rt. 12 (Gunflint Trail), take County Rt. 12 55 miles into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,500 ft. This scenic and picturesque campground, is a long way from anywhere but worth every mile of the drive. Located between Seagull and Gull lakes and along Seagull River, 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. White pine, Aspen, Red pine, and birch provide ample shade to many campsites. Campsites 1 through 13 are on Gull Lake; sites 5 through 10 are not recommended for travel trailers and large motorhomes. Campsites 14 through 20 are on Seagull River and are, except for site 20, tent only. Campsites 21 through 33 are on Seagull Lake and, except for site 31, are also tent only. Blueberries can be found in and near the campground. Wildlife viewing is excellent. Bald eagles, osprey, broad winged hawks, turkey vultures, moose, pine marten, fly catchers, and sparrows are most frequent visitors. Hot showers, meals, equipment rentals, fishing licenses and limited camping supplies are available at Way of the Wilderness Canoe Outfitters adjacent to campground. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May 6 through October 12 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $22 per day - basic $24 per day - premium Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 19 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14 Total Sites: 33 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 33 No. Grilles on Sites: 33 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0 No. Water and Electric Only: 0 No. Water Only: 12 No. Electric Only: 0 No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 40' Comments: The parking aprons are gravel. 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: Yes Public Phone: Yes Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6 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: 11/28/2023 STATE: Minnesota REGION: Eastern RANGER DISTRICT: Gunflint NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Grand Marais RESERVATIONS: No DIRECTIONS: In Grand Marais, MN, take County Rt. 12 north 3.5 miles to County Rt. 8. Turn left onto Rt. 8 and go 5.6 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear right onto County Rt. 27 (gravel) and go 4.3 to campground sign. Turn left into campground. GENERAL COMMENTS: The elevation is 1,640 ft. This large campground, with a spur and three loops, is on Two Island Lake. 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. Maple, Cedar, Aspen, Birch, Red and White pine provide ample shade and nice Fall color. With a thick understory privacy between sites is fair to good. Although not all sites are on the lakefront, all campsites are within walking distance of the water. SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: Yes Seasonal Comment: Services provided May through October - weather dependent. RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $18 per day - basic $20 per day - premium Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 10 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27 Total Sites: 37 Tent Pads: No Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 37 No. Grilles on Sites: 37 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION Hookups: None No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 50' Comments: The parking aprons are grass and gravel, some of which are not level. FACILITIES Vaults: Yes Flush Toilets: No Hot Showers: No Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes Public Phone: No Playground: No No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3 No. Threaded: 0 Comments: The water spigots are solar powered. 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. Mooring boats at or near sites is possible. Watch for floating logs and rocks. HIKING - No FISHING Walleye, Smallmouth bass and Northern pike

CAMPGROUND NAME: Whiteface Reservoir VISIT DATE: 08/24/1996 UPDATE DATE: 11/28/2023 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 1,500 ft. The campground, on the shore of Whiteface Reservoir, has four loops named 1, 2, 3 and 4. The opposite shoreline is dotted with private residences. Loop 1 is the largest and Loop 3 the smallest. Campsites are in a mixed forest including Aspen, birch, and maple but the forest isn't as dense as at Cadotte Lake. The result is less shade and a more open appearance in Loops 1 and 2. Some sites in Loops 1 and 2 overlook the reservoir that are classified as "Premium." Loops 3 and 4 are farther back from the lake and enjoy more shade. Although the campsites are close to one another, privacy is good in these Loops. Sites in Loops 1 and 2 also have good privacy due to the separation between sites. Some sites have electric hook-ups. There are also "long term" campsites which may not be available to the public during the camping season. (Contact the Ranger District office for more information.) SEASONS Open Seasonal: Yes Open All Year: No Seasonal Comment: Open May 3 through September 30 RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED Rate: $26 per day - regular single, no electric hookups $32 per day - regular single, electric hookups $28 per day - premium single, no electric hookups NOTE: Some longer term RV sites available Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14 CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION No. RV Sites: 0 No. Tent Sites: 0 No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 51 Total Sites: 51 Tent Pads: Yes Open Sites: Yes Wooded Sites: Yes No. Tables on Sites: 51 No. Grilles on Sites: 51 Equestrian Camping: No RV INFORMATION No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0 No. Water and Electric Only: 0 No. Water Only: 0 No. Electric Only: 32 No. RV Pull Throughs: 0 Waste Station: No Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 52' Comments: The parking aprons are mixed gravel and asphalt. An RV waste station, with no potable water, is available at Phillips gas station in Hoyt Lakes. 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: 0 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. Small, cozy 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, and a fish cleaning station.




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