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Entry Point 55 - Saganaga Lake
Saganaga Lake entry point allows overnight paddle or motor (25 HP max). This entry point is supported by Gunflint Ranger Station near the city of Grand Marais, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 55 miles. No motors (use or possession) west of American Point. Access to Canada (the Crown land and Quetico Park). Large lake with many campsites and easy access. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.
Number of Permits per Day: 15
Elevation: 1184 feet
Latitude: 48.1716
Longitude: -90.8868
Saganaga Lake - 55
Number of Permits per Day: 15
Elevation: 1184 feet
Latitude: 48.1716
Longitude: -90.8868
Saganaga Lake - 55
Griffis Family Expedition
by mountaindocdanny
Trip Report
Entry Date:
September 13, 2016
Entry Point:
Saganaga Lake
Exit Point:
Seagull Lake (54)
Number of Days:
8
Group Size:
8
Trip Introduction:
Had a great time on an eight day trip with my wife and six kids ranging from 4-13 yo
Report
Wonderful trip in a beautiful part of the wilderness. I have placed the trip on my blog: http://griffisfamilyoutdoors.blogspot.com/2016/10/september-13-20-2016-boundary-waters.html
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