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Entry Point 60 - Duncan Lake
Duncan Lake entry point allows overnight paddle only. 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 30 miles. Access is from W. Bearskin Lake with a 75-rod portage to Duncan Lake and Stairway Portage. This area was affected by blowdown in 1999.
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1432 feet
Latitude: 48.0709
Longitude: -90.4517
Duncan Lake - 60
Number of Permits per Day: 2
Elevation: 1432 feet
Latitude: 48.0709
Longitude: -90.4517
Duncan Lake - 60
Winter Camping Trip - Snowbank to Parent
by MN_Lindsey
Trip Report
Entry Date:
February 16, 2017
Entry Point:
Snowbank Lake Only
Number of Days:
2
Group Size:
2
Trip Introduction:
Report
Had a decent time. It was great being out in the wilderness alone with my husband, no kid, no dogs, just silence. Not completely sure that winter camping is my jam, but pushing our limits and trying new things are good for a person now and again.
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