Dragon Lake
Dragon Lake has a carry-down access and 2 backcountry campsites with picnic tables. Pan fish and northern pike can be found on this quaint 79-acre lake.
General Information
Dispersed Camping
There are 2 backcountry campsites on this lake. Both campsites are accessible by foot.
Please use facilities provided such as fire rings, tent pads, and latrines and pack out garbage.
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.
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: 1393 Highway 169 Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-7600
Hours: April 28 – September 30, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, closed weekends. No BWCAW permit issuance and no retail sales products. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Superior_NF@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 47.69933664
Longitude: -91.513747
Directions
Dragon Lake is located south of Ely off Hwy. 1 on FR 383 and 383H.
Travel Considerations
Access road is gravel.
Parking
There is no parking here.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - Lake & Pond Info
See current Minnesota Department of Natural Resources rules and regulations.
Fish species: black crappie, bluegill, brook trout, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, walleye, yellow perch, white sucker, blacknose shiner, common shiner, fathead minnow, Iowa darter, Johnny darter, tadpole madtom