About Fall Lake
Available sites
42 total sitesActivities & Attractions
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Birding
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Hiking
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Year-round
Birding
Fishing
Hiking
Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Swimming
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
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
John K
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: LAKE
Very quiet, clean and well cared for camp grounds. The staff was friendly and appeared devoted to keeping the area and bathrooms immaculate.
Diane H
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: LAKE
It was great, but I did not appreciate when I got there I was told only one vehicle could be a my campsite, unless I was charged $8 a night. for the last several years, I have tent camped at my sites in the past for several years I have been able to have a second car at my site without being charged now they’re under new management, I was told now they’re charging to have the second vehicle at the site. Who’s putting this money in their pocket ???did not appreciate it just because they are under new management. You can charge more money. Thought this was a federal campground.
Jim P
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: BASS
Fall Lake Campground was amazing! Beautiful, private, and very clean. HIghly recommend!
Jake W
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: LAKE
Great site and amenities
Bryan P
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: BASS
Beautiful camping facility.
William G
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: NORL
I was expecting a minimalist remote campground and what we found was a wonderfully maintained well designed wooded campground. Cheers for a job well done.
Miranda C
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: NORL
Lovely campsite!!
Colin S
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LAKE
We stayed here before starting our BWCA trip. The campground and facilities were clean and easily accessible. Nice spot!
Russ P
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: LAKE
Great campground, clean facilities, clean camp sites. I will stay again.
Melissa F
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: LAKE
We had campsite 21 and it was amazing. You’re off my yourself a bit and have no one on one side. There’s a nice path down to the lake that’s great for stargazing at night!
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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Last updated: October 23, 2026