Established Camping
Triangle Lake Campsite
Triangle Lake Campsite is located in the Superior National Forest, MN, surrounded by dense forests and numerous lakes. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 10°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and enjoy activities such as hiking and canoeing.
Description
Ojibway Lake offers a small picnic area, a back down ramp, and 2 island back country campsites. The lake contains crystal clear waters and a variety of fish, including lake trout, walleye, bass and northern pike. Access to Triangle Lake is a short roller portage between Ojibway Lake and Triangle Lake. Triangle Lake also has 2 island back country campsites and fish including walleye, bass, and northern pike.
Reservation Info
Permits not required to travel or camp on Ojibway or Triangle Lakes. Permits are required year-round when entering the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, including North Kasishiwi River accessed by a portage on the southern shore of Triangle Lake. Free self-issue permits can be used for day use.
Location
Triangle Lake Campsite is located in Minnesota
Directions
Ojibway and Triangle Lakes are 14 miles northeast of Ely. From Ely, take State Highway # 169 (Fernberg Road #18) east for 14 miles to Forest Road 1540. Turn right on Forest Road 1540 and travel 1/2 mile to the Ojibway Lake access. Triangle Lake is located across the lake and directly south of Ojibway Lake. Parking: Free overnight parking is available in the public boat launch.
Coordinates
47.936417 N
91.557839 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
BWCA Lake Three
16 min away
Superior National Forest McDougal Lake Campground
1 hr 1 min away
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
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
