Loon Lake
Loon Lake is a 1,095-acre lake with 14 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 202 feet. With only 1 campsite this lake is quiet and calm, perfect for a weekend away fishing.
General Information
Dispersed Camping
Access to the 1 site is a boat ramp on the West end of the lake. The site has a latrine and fire grate.
15 April
Open 24 hours/day
When visiting, please remember
- Only use facilities that are provided for fires, tents, and waste.
- Do not make additional fire rings, tent pads, or cat holes.
- You will need to pack out your garbage.
- Nine people per site limit, group sites are available at some sites.
No fees are required for this site
Boating
When boating with your dog, follow all Minnesota State boating laws.
- Use care when getting your dog in and out of the boat to ensure their safety.
- Consider both you and your dog wearing a life jacket.
- Provide shade for your pet.
- Remember to bring their food and water as it may be unsafe for them to drink lake water.
Camping
- Keep dogs on a six-foot, or shorter, leash when they are not inside a tent.
- Store dog food in bear-resistant containers and feed your pet away from the campsite.
- Pick up and bag your dog’s waste. Place it in a provided trash receptacle or pack it out.
- Do not leave your dog unattended at any time.
- Keep your dog in your tent at night.
- Ensure that there is ample water available for your pet.
Trail Use
Dogs are allowed on hiking trails, as long as they are kept on a leash. Unleashed dogs can pose a danger to your pet, the natural resources of the area, and other forest visitors.
Wildlife
- Do not allow them to interact with wildlife
Address: 2020 W. Highway 61 Grand Marais, MN 55604
Phone: (218) 387-1750
Hours: April 28 – September 30, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, closed weekends. No BWCAW permit issuance and no Eastern National Forest Interpretative Association retail sales products. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Superior_NF@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 48.07379214
Longitude: -90.73732067
Directions
From Grand Marais
- Take the Gunflint Trail north 42.4 miles
- Turn right, the boat access is on the right, .4 miles down the access road.
Parking
The parking access has room for 6 vehicles.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - Lake & Pond Info
Fish species: bluegill, cisco species, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, lake trout, northern pike, rock bass, smallmouth bass, splake, tullibee (cisco), walleye, yellow perch, white sucker, Iowa darter, slimy sculpin
Boating - Non-Motorized Info
There is a concrete slap ramp
Recreation Groups
Many lakes in the Gunflint Ranger District have boat ramps and docks suitable for launching a trailered boat. These lakes are open for use by motoriz
The 4,800-mile North Country National Scenic Trail takes visitors across federal, state, county and private land. Upon completion the trail will extend from Crown Poi