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Entry Point 54 - Seagull Lake

Seagull Lake entry point allows overnight paddle or motor (10 HP (except where paddle only) max). This entry point is supported by Gunflint Ranger Station near the city of Grand Marais, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 50 miles. No motors (use or possession) west of Three Mile Island. Large lake with several campsites. landing at Seagull Lake. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.

Number of Permits per Day: 8
Elevation: 1205 feet
Latitude: 48.1469
Longitude: -90.8693
Seagull Lake - 54

Father-Son Trip

by joeandali
Trip Report

Entry Date: June 29, 2015
Entry Point: Saganaga Lake
Exit Point: Seagull Lake (54)
Number of Days: 5
Group Size: 2

Trip Introduction:

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Saturday, July 25, 2009

We woke up around 7am, ate quickly and packed up. We were on the road at 9am.

I know I made this trip sound a little depressing, but we did take away good experience from this. We both decided we do want to come back, but we will pick an entry point that is closer to more stuff, and not so many portages. Or we will change the pads on the yoke so it is a little easier.

I will remember the quietness of the BWCA when it wasn't raining, and I will remember sun bathing on a giant rock and almost falling asleep. I will remember that even though my girlfriend and I got frustrated with each other at certain points, we over came it and it shows how strong our relationship is. And we will not overpack next time!

If it wasn't for the weather, I think we would have had a better time. The weather was rough on us newbies, but it didn't turn us away from the bounday waters. Plus a lot worse could have happen.

 

Lakes Traveled:   Saganaga Lake, Swamp Lake, Ottertrack Lake, Knife Lake, Eddy Lake, Jenny Lake, Ogishkemuncie Lake, Kingfisher Lake, Jasper Lake, Alpine Lake,