Elbow Lake Site 5
BackcountryFreeMinnesota, United StatesNo reviews yet

Imagery: USGS / CopernicusOpen in MapAbout this site
Elbow Lake (Gunflint) is a backcountry site in Superior National Forest near Grand Marais, MN, accessible only by boat. The lake has 2 primitive dispersed campsites on 408 acres of water. Each site features a fire grate and latrine. The area is remote and quiet at 1,726 feet elevation. Access is via boat ramp on the east side of the lake; paddling and portaging required. Maximum 9 people per site. Potable water is not available; visitors must treat or boil water. Pack out all garbage.
Amenities & access
Access
- Hike-in access
- Boat-in access
Amenities
- Toilets
- Pet Friendly
- Fire Rings
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Location
47.742391, -90.991455
Elevation · 1,706 ft
Weather
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