About Fall Lake
Available sites
42 total sites
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Activities & Attractions
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Birding
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Boating
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Fall
Boating
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 (764)
What Guests Are Saying
Fall Lake Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained sites, friendly staff, and clean facilities, making it a favorite among campers. Many appreciate the private, wooded areas and proximity to hiking trails and the city of Ely. Some minor issues were reported, including occasional odors and the need for a nearby dump station, but overall, visitors enjoy returning to this peaceful and scenic campground.
What Guests Are Saying
Fall Lake Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained sites, friendly staff, and clean facilities, making it a favorite among campers. Many appreciate the private, wooded areas and proximity to hiking trails and the city of Ely. Some minor issues were reported, including occasional odors and the need for a nearby dump station, but overall, visitors enjoy returning to this peaceful and scenic campground.
Review Summary
JANET B
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LAKE
We love fall lake. The campground sites are very private and wooded. The lake is beautiful. We enjoy riding the Mesabi Trail on our bikes.
Dale U
VerifiedAugust 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LAKE
Power to the post at my camp site went out just after midnight and stayed off for 8 hours. I paid for a site with power.
Ryan A
VerifiedAugust 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: NORL
We stayed in site 46. It was a nice area but when the wind was from the east, you could smell the outhouse vent in our campsite at times. I know this season has had a lot of complications but it wasn't ideal that we lost the shower houses and toilets for the last two days we were there. The staff was very friendly and overall the site was extremely clean. In the future I would try to pick site 52 if possible. Some sites near that side of the lake have direct access through trails to the lake.
Sarah B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: BASS
Stunning area. Sites on the lake edge are breathtaking. Clean facilities. Nice
swimming beach with small plays etc. Close to the city of Ely. Nearby hiking trails
Alan S
VerifiedAugust 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: BASS
Need to advise us to code for the bathroom, before we arrive. Clean campground and bathrooms.
Dave E
VerifiedAugust 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: LAKE
Love it here. Beautiful camp sites, friendly hosts and lots to do.
John H
VerifiedAugust 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: BASS
Nice hosts. Had a good time. Clean and nice campsite. Host very helpful. John
Susan R
VerifiedAugust 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: BASS
We have been to Fall Lake many times, always a good experience. Easy access to Ely and all it has to offer. The restrooms and showers are clean, well kept with nice and warm showers. We have T Mobile. NO cell or wi fi.
Pat B
VerifiedAugust 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: LAKE
As always Fall Lake is the best campground. Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Hosts are the best!
Donna D
VerifiedAugust 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: BASS
Good campground but it tends always be full and spots are a little hard to get. I snuck in on a last minute cancelation so wasn’t at a site I’d choose but it was fine. But overall the location and facilities are great!
Location & Directions for Fall Lake
Kawishiwi Ranger District, 1393 Highway 169, Ely, MN 55731 United States
Elevation: 409 ft
Getting There
Fall Lake is located in Northeast MN, 100 mi North of Duluth MN. From Duluth, MN, take Highway 53 north for 50 mi to Virginia, MN. Take Highway 169 northeast for 50 mi to Ely, Minnesota, travel an addition 6.5 mi to County Road 182 (Fall Lake Road...
Fall Lake is located in Northeast MN, 100 mi North of Duluth MN. From Duluth, MN, take Highway 53 north for 50 mi to Virginia, MN. Take Highway 169 northeast for 50 mi to Ely, Minnesota, travel an addition 6.5 mi to County Road 182 (Fall Lake Road). Travel north on County Road 182 for 2 mi.
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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