About Fall Lake
Number of accommodations: 42
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Playground
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (685)
What Guests Are Saying
Fall Lake Campground is a well-maintained and beautiful site with clean facilities and friendly staff, making it a highly recommended destination for campers. The campground offers a sense of privacy between sites, along with convenient amenities such as canoe rentals and easy access to the BWCA. While some guests noted issues with mosquitoes, the overall experience is positive, highlighting the welcoming atmosphere and excellent management.
What Guests Are Saying
Fall Lake Campground is a well-maintained and beautiful site with clean facilities and friendly staff, making it a highly recommended destination for campers. The campground offers a sense of privacy between sites, along with convenient amenities such as canoe rentals and easy access to the BWCA. While some guests noted issues with mosquitoes, the overall experience is positive, highlighting the welcoming atmosphere and excellent management.
Review Summary
Joseph J
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: LAKE
Clean campsites with great hosts. Thanks!
Joseph J
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: LAKE
Clean campsites with great hosts. Thanks!
Joe C
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: LAKE
Wonderful private sites. Well cared for and clean. Helpful and friendly staff. Thank You!
Laura M
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: NORL
We did a few hikes nearby like the Kawishki Falls, Bass Lake and the Stubb Lake trail.
We also enjoyed visiting Ely for lunch and for the International Wolf Center.
Fall Lake has great amenities. Very Clean bathrooms and we used the boat landing and parking lot for a five day trip into the BWCAW after our weekend at Fall Lake Campground.
Laura M
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: NORL
We did a few hikes nearby like the Kawishki Falls, Bass Lake and the Stubb Lake trail.
We also enjoyed visiting Ely for lunch and for the International Wolf Center.
Fall Lake has great amenities. Very Clean bathrooms and we used the boat landing and parking lot for a five day trip into the BWCAW after our weekend at Fall Lake Campground.
Joe C
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: LAKE
Wonderful private sites. Well cared for and clean. Helpful and friendly staff. Thank You!
Crystal K
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: LAKE
Campground was quiet, clean and the staff was phenomenal. Needed my car battery jumped and they kindly accommodated. Will return to this campground when we are back in the area. Highly recommend.
Crystal K
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: LAKE
Campground was quiet, clean and the staff was phenomenal. Needed my car battery jumped and they kindly accommodated. Will return to this campground when we are back in the area. Highly recommend.
Elizabeth H
VerifiedAugust 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: LAKE
This federal campground in an out parcel of the BWCA is a narrow slice of civilization nestled in the wilderness; when the campground gates close in October, the wolves take over. This campground is a gem; it has paved roads and pathways, clean, well maintained bathrooms and showers, hot water, clean water pumps located throughout the grounds, a swimming beach that is also perfect for launching a kayak or paddle board, beautiful views everywhere, canoe rental ($20 for 24 hours) right at the BWCA entry point, firewood for sale and, most important to us: electric service at most of the camp sites. The camp host and staff were available, very responsive, welcoming and friendly. The campground boat landing at the BWCA entry point was a perfect spot for beginners (us) to launch a day trip into the BWCA, with a wide, easy dirt path portage from Fall Lake to Newton Lake (stay away from waterfall!). We had to be careful to avoid twisting an ankle on the many rocks imbedded in the path.
We drank filtered water from both Fall Lake and Newton Lake without any ill effects. There were two days with wind (mostly) less than 5 mph; perfect for paddle boarding. On our way back to the entry point the winds suddenly picked up, frequently changing direction. We saw an experienced canoeist buffeted about and struggling to keep on course. Our advice: if it is windy, which is most of the time, enjoy the many hiking paths unless you are a very experienced paddler. This is a favorite spot for motor boaters.
We stayed at two different nicely wooded sites just across from the path from the lake, both were well groomed by the staff. It was tricky to find a level spot to pitch the sleeping tent but the sites were large enough to accommodate our tents and screen kitchen. Food must be stored in cars or bear bags. The aggressive gophers soured our experience, constantly harassing us. One gopher came into our kitchen tent, stood up and screamed at us. For that reason alone, we won't be back.
john a
VerifiedAugust 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: BASS
Very clean and the staff were great
Location Fall Lake
Address:
Kawishiwi Ranger District, 1393 Highway 169
Ely, MN, 55731
United States
Fall Lake is located in Northeast MN, 100 miles North of Duluth MN. From Duluth, MN, take Highway 53 north for 50 miles to Virginia, MN. Take Highway 169 northeast for 50 miles to Ely, Minnesota, travel an addition 6.5 miles to County Road 182 (Fall Lake Road). Travel north on County Road 182 for 2 miles.
Latitude & Longitude: 47.9525 / -91.7164
Elevation: 409 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
- Reservations are held until the day after arrival; sites must be occupied by checkout time or will be forfeited.
Local regulations
- Visitors to the northern portion of Fall Lake must have a valid BWCAW permit.
Site types & loops
- Most reservable sites have electric hookups; specific sites offer different amp services.
Vehicles & parking
- Each site allows one RV with a tow vehicle or one vehicle per tent site, with an option for one extra vehicle at an additional cost.
Cancellation policy
- Refund requests incur a $10 processing fee and are subject to non-refundable reservation policies.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood from outside the area is not allowed to prevent invasive pests; obtain firewood locally.
Safety & rules
- Information about Superior National Forest is available for further exploration.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
