Pine Lake
Pine Lake, in Cook County, is a 98 acre lake with 3 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 34 feet.
Part of the Twin Lakes Canoe Route, this lake has 1 campsite on the southeast side of the lake that can only be accessed by boat or foot.
Portages
- Pine Lake to Kemo Lake - 75 rods
- Between East and West Twin Lake to Pine Lake - 221 rods
General Information
Dispersed Camping
Access to the 1 site on this lake is a carry down access at the South East side of the lake.
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: 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: 47.46458895
Longitude: -91.78399442
Directions
South Entrance:
There is also a canoe landing on Pine Lake. It can be accessed from County 27 from the south.
- From MN 61, take the Gunflint Trail north for 3 miles.
- Turn left on County 8 and travel along the north edge of Devil Track Lake to County 27.
- Follow 27 an additional 4 miles to FR 1365.
- The canoe access is 1.5 miles up this minimal maintenance road.
Parking
Parking is available at the canoe launch between East and West Twin Lakes or at the Pine Lake launch.
- West/East Twin Lakes - 3 vehicle/trailer parking spaces
- Pine Lake - 4 vehicle parking spaces
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - Lake & Pond Info
Fish species: bluegill, brook trout, coho salmon, lake trout, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, splake, walleye, yellow perch, white sucker, common shiner, creek chub, golden shiner
Recreation Groups
This is a pleasant wilderness-like canoe trip with three short portages and one longer portage.
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