Data Disclaimer: Water level data is provided by USGS and NOAA for informational purposes only. Verify conditions on-site before any water activities. Learn more
Access Site MN

Ed Shave Lake

Ed Shave Lake

Source: minnesota_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Ely, MN
County: St. Louis County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 48.07400940, -91.94584748
Air Temp: --
Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
About This Access Site
Located 12 miles north of Tower in northeastern Minnesota's Ely area, Ed Shave Lake offers public boat access via a concrete ramp off the Echo Trail. This 90-acre lake features clear water with a maximum depth of 17 feet, making it suitable for kayaking, canoeing, and small motorboat use. The ramp can accommodate boats up to 12-18 feet, and there are no launch fees at this access point.

Ed Shave Lake is part of the Superior National Forest backcountry system and offers two campsites accessible only by foot or boat on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site includes a fire grate, latrine, and picnic table. Paddlers should note standard backcountry practices: hang food packs, treat or boil all water before drinking, and fully extinguish fires before leaving camp. The nearby Fenske Lake Campground offers reservable campsites within 10 miles if you prefer developed facilities. This is an ideal launch point for backcountry paddling and camping in the region.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access

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...

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.

Read More Read Less
Nearby Campgrounds (1 within 10 miles)
FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable