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October 15 2025
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
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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