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Entry Point 34 - Island River
Island River entry point allows overnight paddle only. This entry point is supported by Tofte Ranger Station near the city of Grand Marais, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 19 miles. Two small portages leading to Isabella River. No portages on Island River.
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1564 feet
Latitude: 47.7912
Longitude: -91.3332
Island River - 34
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1564 feet
Latitude: 47.7912
Longitude: -91.3332
Island River - 34
SAWBILL + LOUSE LOOP SOLO TRIP / FEMALE PADDLER
by paddlefamily
Trip Report
Entry Date:
September 19, 2016
Entry Point:
Sawbill Lake
Number of Days:
7
Group Size:
1
Trip Introduction:
I just returned yesterday from a 7 day, 30 mile solo. It was a great experience and I'd do it again.
DETAILS
TRIP LOOP:
Sawbill - Kelso - Lujenida - Zenith - Fredrick - Wine - Mug - Poe - Louse Lake/River - Bug - Dent - Unnamed Pond - Chase - Mesaba - Hug - Duck - Zenith - Lujenida - Kelso - Sawbill.
I rented 16' Prism canoe from Sawbill Outfitters. All other gear I own.
I double portaged for safety and ease. Took along 2yo lab (and until she can paddle, cook and set up camp, it's solo tripping) :)
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