West and East Twin Lakes
There are 3 campsites on West Twin Lake; each has a firegrate, tent pad, and a latrine. Campsites are accessible by boat.
From West Twin Lake, you can boat into East Twin Lake, which has 3 additional boat-in campsites.
General Information
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: October 1, 2026–April 30, 2027: Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. No Eastern National Forests Interpretative Association retail sales products. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Superior_NF@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 47.85359063
Longitude: -91.9787788
Parking
Campsites are accessible via Burntside Lake boat launches with travel up the Dead River.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Backcountry latrine
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Filter or treat lake water