Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Nels Lake Back country campsites
Nels Lake Back Country Campsites are located near a lake surrounded by forested terrain in Minnesota. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F in summer and 0°F to 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, known for its extensive network of waterways and trails.
Description
USDA Forest Service
This is one of our Backcountry sites which is a near- wilderness single party site and is accessible only by foot or boat. These sites are first come, first served. There are 2 sites on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes at least 150ft from any body of water, pack out all garbage and Leave No Trace. Use a Forest Map to locate campsites and accesses. (You can purchase a map on line at http://www.nationalforeststore.com/ or at any of the District offices or by mail.) This lake may be a part of or has portage or waterway access into the BWCAW. When portaging or paddling out of this lake and into another you’ll want to check to see if you’ll be entering into the BWCAW. Permits are always required while traveling in the BWCAW. If traveling for the day by paddle or foot you can use a self issued permit found at any Ranger District office or at the kiosk at the official entry point. Motor powered watercraft is permitted only on designated lakes. When traveling over night or using a motor please look at the BWCAW portion of this web site or take a look at the reservation site at www.recreation.gov for more information. Remember to Leave No Trace.
Location
Nels Lake Back country campsites is located in Minnesota
Coordinates
48.0196763 N
91.905276 W
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Nels Lake Back country campsites needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 16 min from Duluth
- 4 hrs 8 min from Minneapolis
- 4 hrs 22 min from St. Cloud
- 4 hrs 33 min from Eau Claire