Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Trip Planning Forum :: Cross Bay EP
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Bulldogge62 |
On a point with a great sunset view. There’s another site just west of the portage that looked nice too. Then there’s the island site in the same area, any of these 3 would be a nice base camp. On a line from the island site heading directly towards the portage on the north shore, there’s some deep weeds that harbor many many Northern Pike. I caught over 30 nice ones in the course of a few hours on 2 afternoons in August just trolling back and forth with a deep diving crank bait. Non stop action and all nice quality fish |
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treehorn |
A couple questions... Does anyone know which specific site on Ham Lake was the one the fella stayed at when he started the "Ham Lake fire"? Or is it closed? Just thought it would be an interesting little thing to check out, even if it's just a normal campsite. I've read the book "Gunflint Burning," so clearly I'm interested in the event and thought it might be fun to put into context. Other than that, just looking for any other first-hand experience/tips about the area. We will most likely basecamp 3 or 4 nights at one spot. So we'll push for a while on our entry day then set up shop. I kind of have it in my head that we'll head toward Karl/Long Island, stopping if we find a great campsite, but probably going all the way down to LI. How long does that take? We could also head west from Cross Bay toward Snipe...does anyone have a recommended (or "avoid at all costs") campsite there for a group of 5/6 that like a nice site? I know there are reviews/ratings on this site, but literally all 4 are rated "3". Any other tips about the route/fishing/sights to see around there are greatly appreciated...thanks! |
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LetsGoFishing |
Ham Lake was a pretty lake,but it's outside of the park. Cross Bay and Rib seemed to be shallow, swampy river lakes. I would not make them a destination. LI is too beautiful and isn't that much farther to not go all the way. You have good day trip options from LI as well - Cherokee, Frost and Omega. |
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sedges |
It ought to be pretty busy in late July. I recommend an early start and keep moving if you want to have some campsite choices. Cross Bay is not often a destination lake, but there is one great campsite on the east side at the south end of the lake. If you want to break up your trip out, it is a good stopping place. Cross Bay ought to be moose central, but I have missing them the last two trips through. |
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Michwall2 |
Snipe - most sites are smaller. The one furthest east on the bay toward Missing Link seemed to be the largest. We stayed on the one on the island way southwest. Really only one tent pad, but, out of the way with a nice porch and nice kitchen. Karl - We have stayed at the site next to the portage to the west end of LIL. It was a nice site. Good tent pads and (sort of) nice view to the north which we wanted as we were anticipating auroras. Long Island 1. Island in west end. Great site. Lots of tent pads and good kitchen. 2. Very furthest east campsite. We have been here at least twice. Very nice site. Kitchen is up over the water so would be good if there is a breeze to keep bugs away. Tent pad is very large and can handle 2-3 tents. Nice landing and good swimming area. 3. Island site just west of #2. Very nice site. Up above water. Good views to the south. View is of a recovering burn area, but is mostly green now. We had turtles come up and attempt to lay eggs while we were there. Good tent pads and nice kitchen area. Day trip ideas: Frost Lake - Nice sand beaches and a chance to see moose. Cherokee Lake - Beautiful scenery. Many islands. Winchell Lake - Climb the path to the top of the cliffs and/or find the water fall on the south shore. Have a great trip! |
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treehorn |
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Blatz |
merlyn: "The only site on LI to avoid is #566, way to small. All the others can be made to work except maybe #571,again too small but doable. I stayed at or was able to check out all the sites on LI on 2 base camping trips but as of last Aug. had not been abused beyond the usual heavy use."I stayed at 571 it was fair at best and not much room for a tent |
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mschi772 |
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