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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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pastorjsackett
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05/26/2015 05:13PM
 
New Trip Report posted by pastorjsackett

Trip Name: A Perfect Trip.

Entry Point: 16

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plainspaddler
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05/26/2015 06:27PM
 
Sounds like a great trip! I really enjoyed it!


Mike

The sound of a paddle in still waters will steal your soul.
SaganagaJoe
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05/26/2015 06:39PM
 
I also enjoyed it immensely. Got any pictures?

aka HermitThrush "Such sights as this are reserved for those who will suffer to behold them." -Eric Sevareid
pastorjsackett
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05/26/2015 08:03PM
 
Yes! I will try to add them tomorrow when I get to my work computer. It was a wonderful time.
pastorjsackett
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05/27/2015 11:31AM
 
Pictures added!
builditbetter22
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05/27/2015 04:11PM
 
Wonderful report. I'm taking my daughter on her first trip this year. Hopefully it turns into an annual event like yours.

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cyclones30
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05/27/2015 04:56PM
 
Great report! Good to hear it went well.


So...would you suggest the portage like you did or running the rapids? Was that at a marked portage or a "new" one?
pastorjsackett
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05/27/2015 07:02PM
 
The "new" portage is non-negotiable. It is at the sharp bend in the river where the current is fast and a some fallen trees pretty much seal the deal. You will have to portage that. There is one "mystery" portage others will recall that has been closed with a sign to direct you to stay on the water--an easy float on your way in, less easy on your way out but you have no choice and it is doable.


On the other two short portages prior to Nina Moose, I would portage and not run the rapids (unless you want to provide entertaining sounds for portaging partners). Good luck!
ducks
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05/28/2015 06:22AM
 
Great report! Thanks for sharing. In 2 weeks I'm going w/ my 7yo on our daddy/daughter trip. Can't wait. There's definitely something magical about tripping with our kids.


PS We still need to get together for some coffee man!

Ride EZ
pastorjsackett
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05/28/2015 10:51AM
 
Yes we have been trying! Let's try again!
onepaddleshort
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05/28/2015 03:53PM
 
Enjoyed the report. Glad to hear you had another successful trip into the Boundary Waters!
Rugbyguy
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05/29/2015 02:20PM
 
Awesome report! Sounds like a great trip! I can't wait to head back to the BWCAW in a few weeks.

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callofthewild
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05/29/2015 03:41PM
 
Thanks for the report. What an excellent way to spend three days. You guys really made the most of it.


Happy paddling!!
pastorjsackett
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05/30/2015 12:00AM
 
So addicted....
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