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October 15 2025
Entry Point 32 - South Kawishiwi River
South Kawishiwi River 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 21 miles. Access is a 140-rod portage to the river.
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1201 feet
Latitude: 47.8419
Longitude: -91.6632
South Kawishiwi River - 32
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1201 feet
Latitude: 47.8419
Longitude: -91.6632
South Kawishiwi River - 32
YouTube Slideshow of Trip to Perent Lake with my Grandson
by ghamer
Trip Report
Entry Date:
July 11, 2022
Entry Point:
Hog Creek
Number of Days:
6
Group Size:
2
Trip Introduction:
We entered at Hog Creek and did the 2 hour paddle to Perent Lake. We hit it just right because there were only 3 cars in the lot... so lots of available campsites :-)
We had a great time paddling, fishing and exploring with my oldest grandson Noah (age 13)
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