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Echo Lake (Minn)

Lacroix Ranger District, Echo Lake , 320 N. Highway 53, Cook, Minnesota, United States

Echo Lake
Boat Launch
Echo Lake campground beach
Playground
Habitat Area Sign

About Echo Lake (Minn)

Echo Lake is located on the west end of the Echo Trail, a remote country road that traverses through the heart of the Western Superior National Forest. This quiet campground, where the sounds of birds and the wind are often heard, is a peaceful alternative to the hustle and bustle of the area's resort scene. A variety of campsites, activities and amenities offer a comfortable stay for RV, trailer and tent campers. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of three million acres. The forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border. Visitors can find recreation opportunities year-round, including travel in the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Number of accommodations: 13

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 8 to Sep 8

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

13 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 005, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: GRP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: ECHO
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (38)

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What Guests Are Saying

Echo Lake offers a beautiful campground experience with clean facilities, friendly staff, and a great group campsite near bathrooms. While abundant mosquitoes can hinder outdoor enjoyment, the availability of kayaking and hiking trails provides alternative activities. Some maintenance improvements, such as road grading and campsite leveling, are needed, but overall, visitors appreciate the scenic environment and helpful resources available.

Review Summary

4.1
38 reviews
5
55.3%
21
4
21.1%
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3
7.9%
3
2
13.2%
5
1
2.6%
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Susan Premo

Susan Premo

September 14, 2022

5

We stayed for a beautiful month at Echo lake campground, the camp host was great, he helped us out with our camper and a lot more. He kept the campground as clean and neat as a pin. Going back as soon as possible!

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Laura B

Verified

September 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: ECHO

5

Lovely and secluded. Also a nice playground with a tire swing near the beach.

ja berg

ja berg

August 24, 2022

5

The rangers were very helpful with their knowledge of the Superior National Forest. We wanted to head to the North Shore to stay at state park campgrounds on Lake Superior, but everything was booked. Time to explore campgrounds in the Superior National Forest!

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Yvonne S

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August 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: GRP

4

Very enjoyable. My only comment is a larger amount of toilet paper in the toilet by the group site. we have been here many years and when the host takes days off we are having to supply toilet paper for everyone around that end of the campground.

Keri S

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July 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: ECHO

5

Site 16: Only had a single night rsvp but it was a pleasant 24 hour stay. Sites are pretty spacious and private with a nice amount of forest growth between sites. The site was nice and flat which allowed many options for setting up camp. Fire pit/ring was structurally sound and functional with a rotating grill grate - plus the previous camper left fire wood and I didn’t even use it all and was able to leave some foe the next camper! Site offered a very short walk on private trail to a small sandy shore off Echo Lake. Only suggestion: picnic table could use some TLC. I’d stay here again.

Kirby K

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July 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: ECHO

5

Beautiful location. The campground host was welcoming, hard working and proud of the facility.

Kovar T

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June 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: ECHO

4

Area was quiet and secluded

Cory L

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June 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: ECHO

4

Joel T

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June 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: ECHO

4

great little campground with good sites.
Echo lake is a pretty lake snd has great sunsets.

Keith K

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September 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: ECHO

5

Nice camping site. Easy to find. Clearly labeled.

Location Echo Lake (Minn)

Address:
Lacroix Ranger District, Echo Lake , 320 N. Highway 53
Cook, MN, 55723
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via MN-1, which is approximately 20 miles to the south. Additionally, US-53 is located roughly 25 miles west.

Latitude & Longitude: 48.1706 / -92.4911

Elevation: 388 feet

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Policies & Rules

General

  • Campground will be closed and gates typically locked November 1st through May 1st.
  • Months of October and November drinking water is turned off, there are no garbage services, and toilet cleaning services are limited. 
  • No fireworks 
  • Customer must occupy site on first night of reservation and may not leave equipment unattended for more than 24 hours
  • Click here for more information on Superior National Forest
  • Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
  • Additional fee for second vehicle (non-towed) is $9.00/per day.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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