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Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake

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Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake is located near Crane Lake in Minnesota. The area features forested terrain with numerous waterways, ideal for canoeing and fishing. Temperatures range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Voyageurs National Park, offering hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Crane Lake is a large body of water and is a popular area for fishing and boating. There are 3 backcountry campsites located on the lake. Crane Lake also connects to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness through Little Vermilion Lake and Voyageurs National Park through Sand Point Lake.

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Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake is located in Minnesota

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Coordinates

48.29530276219728 N
92.46921009359723 W

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Access

  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Aug. 12, 2024

Beautiful free site on an island

**NOTE:  To the best of what I can find, this appears to be a free site.  I can't, at this time, find any indication that's it's paid or reserve-able**

This is a great little free campsite right on Crane Lake before you go into the Boundary Waters Canoe area.

The site has a fire ring with grate, picnic table, plenty of trees for hammocks, and a small tent pad that would be good for a three or four person tent. There's also a primitive toilet so you don't have to dig a cat hole!

This is a motorized lake so there is boat noise, but the water lapping on the rocks at the island makes it very tolerable. Fairly easy access to grab drinking water for filtering, and some decent pine branches for hanging a bear bag. (even on an island - it's advisable to hang a bear bag. Also helps with other critters like squirrels and mice)

The campsite faces the West so if the weather is good, you're in for a great sunset!

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  • Review photo of Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake by Amy G., August 12, 2024
  • Review photo of Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake by Amy G., August 12, 2024
  • Review photo of Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake by Amy G., August 12, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Indian Island Canoe Campsite on Crane Lake?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is fair, and T-Mobile is unknown.