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June 01 2026

Entry Point 1 - Trout Lake

Trout Lake entry point allows overnight paddle or motor (25 HP max). This entry point is supported by La Croix Ranger Station near the city of Cook, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 30 miles. Access from LakeVermilion via 60-rod canoe portage or 180-rod portage that allows the use of portage wheels. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.

Number of Permits per Day: 12
Elevation: 1381 feet
Latitude: 47.9144
Longitude: -92.3220
Trout Lake - 1

Agnes and Lac La Croix Video

by BryanE
Trip Report

Entry Date: September 25, 2025
Entry Point: Moose/Portage River (north)
Number of Days: 5
Group Size: 2

Trip Introduction:
I made a video that attempts to show the serenity, beauty, and transcendence that many of us find up here in one of the most special places on the planet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWkX6g2_WPg

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I made a video that attempts to show the serenity, beauty, and transcendence that many of us find up here in one of the most special places on the planet.

The video is set to music and is more like an audio/visual experience instead of reporting on miles traveled and campsites stayed at. I hope you enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWkX6g2_WPg

 


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