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April 27 2024

Entry Point 29 - North Kawishiwi River


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North Kawishiwi River 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 15 miles. Access the North Kawishiwi River through Ojibway Lake and Triangle Lake using two portages.

Number of Permits per Day: 1
Elevation: 1249 feet
Latitude: 47.9543
Longitude: -91.5641
North Kawishiwi River - 29

May 2009 - Numbered Lakes

by Koda
Trip Report

Entry Date: May 19, 2009
Entry Point: Lake One
Exit Point: Lake One (30)
Number of Days: 5
Group Size: 1

Trip Introduction:
This report can be viewed at my website.

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