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September 18 2025

Entry Point 47 - 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
Lizz & Swamp Lakes - 47

first trip

by Boppa
Trip Report

Entry Date: August 20, 2024
Entry Point: Moose/Portage River (north)
Number of Days: 6
Group Size: 7

Trip Introduction:

Day 1 of 1


Tuesday, August 20, 2024 Got to nina moose lake and stayed over on the lake/\. Went fishing as well

 



Day 1 of 1


Wednesday, August 21, 2024 Went from Nina Mosse to Lac la Croix. Very long day

 



Day 3 of 1


Thursday, August 22, 2024 Went and saw the petroglifs on Lac La Croix. Very windy that day so that was fun

 



Day 4 of 1


Friday, August 23, 2024 Went back to Angus lake. Went swimming. Other people on my trip saw a lynx

 



Day 1 of 1


Saturday, August 24, 2024 Made it back to Nina moose lake. Did some fishing

 



Day 2 of 1


Sunday, August 25, 2024 Woke up early and went to the entry point