About Fall Lake
Available sites
42 total sites
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Activities & Attractions
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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
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
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!
Brad W
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: BASS
Nice clean well-run campground. Quiet though full the 2 nights we stayed before canoeing the BWCA. Easy for prep and staging and just an easy drive to town and Moose Lake Entry 25.
don a
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: NORL
It is a busy place but so very well cared for and maintained
Greg I
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: LAKE
We came on a particularly bad weather day. Pouring rain. So we didn't get to set up our camp as we'd usually like. And we were only there for one night. But this was still one of my favorite campgrounds.
Short walk to the lake which was beautiful. Hot showers. Electric hook up. The actual campsite was spacious and beautiful. I'm already thinking about a longer stay next year.
And the campground is a short drive to/from Ely. So it's a perfect spot before or after experiencing the boundary waters.
Nissa S
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LAKE
Very clean sites, ground has always been raked when I’ve stayed. Clean bathrooms. Lots of great sites with water access. Recommend the short hike to the Kawishiwi Falls Trailhead nearby. Close to town and outfitters to gear up for a BWCA trip.
Leif E
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: BASS
A premier National Forest campground, and a reminder of why we need the sanity of wilderness - quiet days, dark nights, the escape from technology. One afternoon a flock of chickadees whirled in as the two of us read by the fire and perched on our heads and shoulders and outstretched hands - not a catholic, but St. Francis is newly appealing. Fall Lake is also an entry point to the BWCA; loons abound, and there’s a high level of environmental literacy woven into the experience. There’s not a bad campsite here, and the restrooms and showers are maintained with care.
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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