Birch Lake Campground

4.5·57 reviews
·Superior National Forest

Overview

Birch Lake Campground is located in Superior National Forest near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, about 13 miles from Ely, Minnesota. It is an ideal place to relax while enjoying fishing, boating and other recreational activities.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 3:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (30 of 32 campsites have Driveway Entry)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 8)

  • Pets Allowed

    (30 of 32 campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Shade

    (Majority of the campsites have full)

  • Site Access

    (1 of 32 campsites have Site Acceses)

Natural Features

Picture of toilet building. - Credits: FS
Picture of camping spur. - Credits: FS
Picture of open grassy area. - Credits: FS
Picture of camping spur with table and fire ring. - Credits: FS
Birch Lake covers 7,628 acres and is one of a series of lakes in the area. The campground lies in aspen and birch forest. Birds and wildlife are abundant.

Recreation

Picture of table with lake in the background. - Credits: FS

Fishing, boating and canoeing are popular on Birch Lake. Anglers can use the boat ramp or try their luck from shore to catch northern pike, perch, crappie and walleye. There are no horsepower limitations for boats on the lake.

The shoreline is inviting for campers interested in canoeing. Families also enjoy berry picking during the summer and early fall months.

View recreation guides and maps of hiking trails and canoe routes in the national forest.

Permitted Equipment

  • vehicle-N/A

  • rv-Up to 66ft

  • tent-Up to 66ft

  • trailer-Up to 66ft

Additional Information

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