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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTriangle Lake Campsite is located in Minnesota near Superior National Forest
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 CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/10/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/10/26
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 16 min from Duluth, MN
- 4 hrs 8 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 4 hrs 22 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 4 hrs 33 min from Eau Claire, WI







