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Entry Point 33 - Little Gabbro Lake
Little Gabbro 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 23 miles. Access is a 200-rod portage from the parking lot to Little Gabbro Lake.
Number of Permits per Day: 1.5
Elevation: 1235 feet
Latitude: 47.8481
Longitude: -91.6357
Little Gabbro Lake - 33
Number of Permits per Day: 1.5
Elevation: 1235 feet
Latitude: 47.8481
Longitude: -91.6357
Little Gabbro Lake - 33
Winter Camping Trip - Snowbank to Parent
by MN_Lindsey
Trip Report
Entry Date:
February 16, 2017
Entry Point:
Snowbank Lake Only
Number of Days:
2
Group Size:
2
Trip Introduction:
Report
Had a decent time. It was great being out in the wilderness alone with my husband, no kid, no dogs, just silence. Not completely sure that winter camping is my jam, but pushing our limits and trying new things are good for a person now and again.
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