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May 27 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

2026 Alice Trip

by Captain79
Trip Report

Entry Date: May 13, 2026
Entry Point: Lake One
Number of Days: 5
Group Size: 5

Trip Introduction:
We were up on Alice on 5/13/26 to 5/17/26. After record high flooding the water had receded below the 2022 level. We caught fish but not to the extent we usually do. The lake temps were still really cold. I think this week will be a breakout week for walleye. The rapids around the portage's were overflowing. All but one portage was at its normal place. Be careful with the winds. We stayed in one extra day on Hudson, at the campsite just off the Insula portage for safety. 5 in our group. 3 over 59. 2 young bucks in great shape. Thank God for the young guys. 2 friends haven't been to the BWCA in over 30 years. They got the full Boundary Waters experience. They did amazing. Everything was earned. Super rewarding and unforgettable trip.

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