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March 29 2024

Entry Point 1 - Trout Lake

Trout Lake entry point allows overnight paddle or motor (25 HP max). This entry point is supported by La Croix Ranger Station near the city of Cook, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 30 miles. Access from LakeVermilion via 60-rod canoe portage or 180-rod portage that allows the use of portage wheels. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.

Number of Permits per Day: 12
Elevation: 1381 feet
Latitude: 47.9144
Longitude: -92.3220
Trout Lake - 1

Lac La Criox

by kbomb
Trip Report

Entry Date: July 07, 2009
Entry Point: Little Vermilion Lake (Crane Lake)
Exit Point: Moose/Portage River (north) (16)
Number of Days: 5
Group Size: 3

Trip Introduction:

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We Started Late,Noon. Had 20MPH wind that did not let up all Day. That Night it bumps up to 2 40MPH for 4-5 Hours. The next Day it drop back to 20MPH, & Stays for 3 days w/ light Rain. I will say this, it was the most Solitude I,ve ever had.