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  Last Visit: 04/28/2024 06:35AM

Entry Point 1 - Trout Lake

Trout Lake entry point allows overnight paddle or motor (25 HP max). This entry point is supported by La Croix Ranger Station near the city of Cook, MN. The distance from ranger station to entry point is 30 miles. Access from LakeVermilion via 60-rod canoe portage or 180-rod portage that allows the use of portage wheels. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.

Number of Permits per Day: 12
Elevation: 1381 feet
Latitude: 47.9144
Longitude: -92.3220
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birdonbats
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09/17/2021 04:17PM
 
New Trip Report posted by birdonbats

Trip Name: Slim Lake.

Entry Point: 6

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MidwestFirecraft
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09/17/2021 05:33PM
 
"It stormed in the middle of the night and the tree came crashing down. A large branch would have certainly damaged the tent and certainly would have injured us."


That is my greatest fear while in the wilderness. Glad you got to spend some quality time on a beautiful lake.
OneMatch
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09/18/2021 10:43AM
 
I love Slim Lake and the paddle to Hatchet is a nice one. Glad you moved that tent!


There's some good fishing on the Gunflint side as well. Ely isn't the only BW outpost. Give it a try sometime.

We all have to believe in something. I believe I'll go paddle.
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