Minnesota · published-coordinate region
Fall Lake
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USDA Forest Service62Supported overnight records
4Published site categories
62Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
Fall Lake Campground is located on the shores of Fall Lake and provides direct access into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). The campground opens in early May in time for walleye fishing season, making it a popular place for anglers. Others are drawn to Fall Lake for its birding, swimming, hiking and boating opportunities.
Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of 3 million acres. The forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border. Recreation
Part of Fall Lake lies within the BWCAW, while the rest of the lake is open to unrestricted boating, permits are required to enter the BWCAW. View recreation guides and maps of hiking trails and canoe routes in the national forest.
Kids love the campground's swimming beach, playground and picnic area. A 1.5 mile hiking trail is also a favorite pastime for families. Anglers can try their luck for smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, crappie, perch and bluegill.
Some campers might be interested in the unique opportunity to view the visitor center's display of replica artifacts found during archaeological digs within the campground and surrounding areas.
There's no shortage of popular local events to attend, including the City of Ely's July 4th fireworks, the Blueberry Festival (the last full weekend in July) and the Harvest Moon Festival-mid September.Facilities
This lake has some sites that can be reserved and some that are first-come, first-served. Many sites at Fall Lake are made to accommodate RVs including pull-through sites. Trees provide privacy between most campsites. The facility is very accessible.
A store, canoe rentals, firewood and ice are available at the facility, and a campground host is on-site during the season.Natural Features
The campground is nestled among majestic pine and abundant aspen and fir trees, providing the ultimate northwoods setting. Average summer temperatures are a pleasant 60-75 degrees. Birds and wildlife are abundant.
Nearby Attractions
Guests may want to take a day trip to the Dorothy Molter Museum, International Wolf Center, North American Bear Center, Ely-Winton History Museum or Soudan Mine.
By far the most popular nearby attraction is the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Over one million acres in size, the Boundary Waters contain over 1,200 miles of canoe routes, 12 hiking trails and over 2,000 designated campsites.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (218) 365-2963.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 62 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
62
Vehicle limit
62
Vehicle length
53
Driveway entry
56
Shade
62
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Electric
50
Tent Only Nonelectric
9
Group Standard Electric
2
Tent Only Electric
1
Operator directions
Fall Lake is located in Northeast MN, 100 miles North of Duluth MN. From Duluth, MN, take Highway 53 north for 50 miles to Virginia, MN. Take Highway 169 northeast for 50 miles to Ely, Minnesota, travel an addition 6.5 miles to County Road 182 (Fall Lake Road). Travel north on County Road 182 for 2 miles.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
62 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 62 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 002 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 003 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 004 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 47 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 005 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 50 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 006 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 007 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 008 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 009 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 010 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 67 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 011 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 28 ft Tent: 28 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 012 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 28 ft Tent: 28 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 013 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 014 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 015 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 36 ft Tent: 36 ft Trailer: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 60 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 016 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 39 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 017 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 28 ft Tent: 28 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 018 BASS Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 56 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 020 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 021 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Electric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 022 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 28 ft Tent: 28 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 39 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 023 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 42 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 024 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 025 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 026 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 027 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 51 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 028 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 029 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 34 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 030 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | 15 Shade: Full |
| Site 032 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 28 ft Tent: 28 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 033 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 034 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 17 ft Tent: 17 ft Trailer: 17 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 035 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 75 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 036 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 67 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 037 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 038 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 039 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 53 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 040 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 47 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 041 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 17 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 042 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 43 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site 043 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 30 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 044 LAKE Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 58 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 045 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 046 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 047 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 048 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 049 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 050 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 051 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 052 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Trailer: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 053 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 054 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 055 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 056 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 057 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 058 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 059 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 22 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 060 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 22 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 061 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site 062 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 063 NORL Source updated: 2026-09-02 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 9 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Full |
| Site GS1 Voyageurs Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Group Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 30 people 15 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site GS2 Woodlands Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Group Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 20 people 10 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
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