Holly Lake

Holly Lake near Lutsen in Cook County offers public boat access for paddlers and boaters. This is a no-fee launch location suitable for small to medium-sized watercraft. The site provides access to a backcountry lake environment typical of northeastern Minnesota's scenic landscape.

The Holly Lake area functions as part of a wilderness paddling destination, with at least one backcountry campsite available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you plan to camp, be prepared for backcountry conditions: bring your own water treatment supplies, practice Leave No Trace principles (including hanging food packs and fully extinguishing fires), and note that facilities are minimal—expect only a fire grate, latrine, and possibly a picnic table. This location is ideal for kayakers and canoeists seeking a remote paddling and camping experience.

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 is one site 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 is one site 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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