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April 15 2026
Entry Point 27 - Snowbank Lake
Snowbank Lake entry point allows overnight paddle or motor (25 HP max). This entry point is supported by Kawishiwi Ranger Station near the city of Ely, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 24 miles. Access is a boat landing or canoe launch at Snowbank Lake. Many trip options for paddlers. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.
Number of Permits per Day: 8
Elevation: 1191 feet
Latitude: 47.9716
Longitude: -91.4326
Snowbank Lake - 27
Number of Permits per Day: 8
Elevation: 1191 feet
Latitude: 47.9716
Longitude: -91.4326
Snowbank Lake - 27
June 2025
by bfurlow
Trip Report
Entry Date:
June 05, 2025
Entry Point:
Moose Lake
Number of Days:
6
Group Size:
2
Trip Introduction:
Great trip to Knife Lake area this past June with my oldest son.
Report
Fantastic trip to Knife Lake with my son this past June.
It was his third trip, and his longest. We had really good weather, good fishing, great paddling, very few bugs, not a lot of people, and only one day of rain! Lots of good memories from this trip and already planning for 2026.
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