Dumbbell Lake

Located on Forest Service Road 172 near Manitou Junction in the Superior National Forest, Dumbbell Lake offers a well-maintained public boat ramp with a concrete log construction and attached dock. The facility includes parking for several trailer rigs and a picnic area, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboat users of various experience levels. The ramp is positioned at the southwest end of the lake for convenient water access.

Dumbbell Lake contains two backcountry camping sites accessible only by boat, making it an excellent destination for overnight paddling trips. These first-come, first-served sites are near-wilderness single-party locations, each equipped with a fire grate, latrine, and picnic table. Visitors should come prepared with water treatment supplies and plan to hang food packs. The lake supports a variety of fish species including musky, walleye, and bass. Nearby campground alternatives include Ninemile Lake Campground and Little Isabella River Campground, both reservable and within 10 miles of the access point.

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...

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.)

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