Boundary Waters BWCAW Camp MN — Ely, Minnesota dispersed campsite
US Forest ServiceFreeSuperior National Forest

Boundary Waters BWCAW Camp MN

Ely, Minnesota, Minnesota1,467 ft🗓 May–Oct

About this site

Permit canoe wilderness camping in the BWCA in Superior NF. 1,000+ lakes, loons, moose, wolves — no motors.

Peak season temperatures

71°F
Avg high
53°F
Avg low

Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.

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Wildlife in the area

Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.

Eastern Virginia OpossumAmerican MartenCommon RavenAmerican Black BearGray WolfNorthern Short-tailed Shrew

Activities

CanoeingFishingWildlife ViewingPortaging

Amenities

Canoe LandingBear BoxWilderness Permit Required

Site types

Canoe CampBackpackTent

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Quick facts

Land manager
US Forest Service
Managing unit
Superior National Forest
Fee
Free — no reservation
Season
May–Oct
Elevation
1,467 ft
Peak temps
53°71°F
Rating
4.9 (156)
Coordinates
47.9034, -91.8534
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