Superior National Forest

Picket Lake is a remote, quiet lake with 3 backcountry campsites.

At a Glance

Closest Towns:	Orr, MN
Water:	Boil or filter your water
Restroom:	None available at boat landing.
Operated By:	USDA Forest Service
Information Center:	LaCroix Ranger District, 218-666-0020

General Notes:

Launch at the beaver pond next to the parking lot. After crossing the beaver pond there is a short portage into Picket Lake.

Directions:

Picket Lake is located northwest of Orr, MN.

From Orr, take St. Louis County 23 to Buyck (16 miles).
At Buyck, County 23 turns into County 24. Continue on County 24 for 4 miles to the Echo Trail (County Road 116).
Turn right, continue for 8 miles to Forest Rd 200.
Turn right on Forest Rd 200, continue for 4 miles.
Turn right on Forest Rd 477 for 1 1/2 miles to lake.

Parking:

Overnight parking allowed at trailhead.