BWCA Entry Point, Route, and Trip Report Blog
May 29 2026
Entry Point 16 - Moose/Portage River (North of Echo Trail)
Moose/Portage River (north) entry point allows overnight paddle only. This entry point is supported by La Croix Ranger Station near the city of Ely, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 27 miles. Access is a 160-rod portage heading North from the Echo Trail.
Number of Permits per Day: 5
Elevation: 1348 feet
Latitude: 48.1230
Longitude: -92.0991
A favorite route offering many trip options and memorable things to see including;
World Class fishing for all four BWCA Species
Pictographs
Soaring granite hills and cliffs
Small lakes
Small rivers
Tumbling rapids and waterfalls
Wildlife, including Moose
Vistas from high points across the region if you're willing to climb. Rating Easy to Moderate. Day One. Get to EP16 off of the Echo Trail early. The initial portage is long, but well worn and smooth, sloping gently downgrade to the launch area. Load your canoe and head North. You'll be paddling with the slight current on this narrow winding river. The water is clear and make sure to tell the bowperson to watch for looming rocks!
Number of Permits per Day: 5
Elevation: 1348 feet
Latitude: 48.1230
Longitude: -92.0991
A favorite route offering many trip options and memorable things to see including;
World Class fishing for all four BWCA Species
Pictographs
Soaring granite hills and cliffs
Small lakes
Small rivers
Tumbling rapids and waterfalls
Wildlife, including Moose
Vistas from high points across the region if you're willing to climb. Rating Easy to Moderate. Day One. Get to EP16 off of the Echo Trail early. The initial portage is long, but well worn and smooth, sloping gently downgrade to the launch area. Load your canoe and head North. You'll be paddling with the slight current on this narrow winding river. The water is clear and make sure to tell the bowperson to watch for looming rocks!
2008 2 week Solo
by Canoedad2
Trip Report
Entry Date:
August 15, 2008
Entry Point:
Fall Lake
Exit Point:
Fall Lake (24)
Number of Days:
14
Group Size:
1
Trip Introduction:
A 2 week 130 mile solo from Fall Lake along the
Canadian border to Finger Lake and back again. Using
Hennessey Hammock, alcohol stove and a mission to meet
my boy scout troop on day 7 on Finger for a lay over
day then return.
Report
A 2 week 130 mile solo from Fall Lake along the Canadian border to Finger Lake and back again. Using Hennessey Hammock, alcohol stove and a mission to meet my boy scout troop on day 7 on Finger for a lay over day then return.