Fenske Lake

Fenske Lake offers a gravel boat ramp near the campground off CR 116 (Echo Trail), providing convenient public access to this 130-acre lake located about 10 miles northwest of Ely. This access point is ideal for paddlers and boaters looking to explore a scenic Superior National Forest lake that serves as a gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and is part of popular canoe circle routes in the region.

The lake supports fishing for bass, northern pike, crappie, and sunfish, and features a grassy beach and accessible fishing pier. A nearby campground offers reservable sites for those planning overnight trips, along with amenities including a 1-mile nature trail. **Note:** The Fenske Lake Campground is currently undergoing renovation with active machinery, so some facilities and campsites may be temporarily unavailable. Backcountry sites on the lake are available first-come, first-served and are accessible only by boat or foot, with basic amenities like fire grates and latrines.

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.

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