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  Last Visit: 10/31/2024 06:19PM

Entry Point 26 - Wood Lake

Wood 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 13 miles. Access to Wood Lake is a 180-rod portage. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.

Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1361 feet
Latitude: 47.9691
Longitude: -91.6001
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MN_Lindsey
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05/31/2022 12:44PM
 
New Trip Report posted by MN_Lindsey

Trip Name: Snowbank Trail.

Entry Point: 28

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“The Wilderness holds answers to more questions than we have yet learned to ask.” - Nancy Newhall
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TuscaroraBorealis
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06/01/2022 11:19PM
 
Thanks for taking the time to put this together, the effort is not unnoticed or unappreciated. Your narrative and videos really helped bring me along on the trip and showcased how beautiful that area is. It was inspiring how you encouraged each other as you encountered the various 'obstacles'.


Looking forward to reading about your future adventures. Love the BRT but, I must admit I've only done day hikes in various sections. Best wishes for a safe and successful hike.


520eek
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06/01/2022 11:44PM
 
Very nice write up! I liked the pic of coffee cup face. Most unfortunate about the one campsite, great attitude though! : )

I couldn't wait for success, so I went ahead without it!
JohnR
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06/02/2022 02:46PM
 
Nice write up! I enjoyed the read. Great views!
GeneH
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06/03/2022 03:41PM
 

Fun reading through your trip report, though I haven't checked the videos yet. Yeah some of the BWCA trails can be challenging. You should also do the Angleworm and when you have your pack lightened a bunch to the Sioux Hustler trail. Lastly, I think the Pow Wow trail is open all the way around but you should double check that before you go.


I suppose the high water level they are reporting might be problem on both trails though - lot's more sloshing around in a couple low areas and lot's more care crossing the beaver dams.

Time in the woods leaves no time for carving and drawing. Carving and drawing leaves no time for getting lost in the woods. I really need to retire.
straighthairedcurly
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06/07/2022 07:54AM
 
Very enjoyable to read a hiking trip report. Someday we hope to try some hiking in the BWCA.
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