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January 07 2025
Entry Point 7 - From Big Lake
Big Lake entry point allows overnight paddle only. This entry point is supported by Kawishiwi Ranger Station near the city of Ely, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 28 miles. Access La Pond Lake with a 160-rod portage from outside the BWCAW on Big Lake. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1161 feet
Latitude: 48.0651
Longitude: -92.0188
From Big Lake - 7
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1161 feet
Latitude: 48.0651
Longitude: -92.0188
From Big Lake - 7
RW's Solo To Big Moose Lake
by DMan5501
Trip Report
Entry Date:
August 16, 2022
Entry Point:
Moose River (south)
Number of Days:
4
Group Size:
1
Trip Introduction:
First Solo, First use of a GoPro to capture the trip.. so don't be too critical!
Truly an awesome experience... wanted the first solo to be a base camp.. Entered Ep 8 Moose River South - to Big Moose Lake.. Stayed at site 181 - NE corner of the lake.. where the Big Moose Trail ends.. Wonderful site. This year looking to expand my Solo adventures.
RW
Report
Here's the YouTube Video....
https://youtu.be/FjjKrN6S7_Y
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