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Fenske Lake Campground

Picture of Fenske Lake.
Picture of campsite with fire ring and table.
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About Fenske Lake Campground

Fenske Lake Campground offers visitors an escape to a small, remote campground with large, majestic pine trees and easy access to water. It is a popular base camp for exploring, fishing, hiking, sightseeing and backcountry canoeing in Superior National Forest and the nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The campground lies approximately 10 miles outside of Ely, Minnesota.

Number of accommodations: 11

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Canoeing

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 8 to Sep 26

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
006, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
007, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
010, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
011, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (140)

Review Summary

4.7
140 reviews
5
78.6%
110
4
14.3%
20
3
5.7%
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1.4%
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Martha W

Verified

October 16, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Camp hosts were the best! Super helpful and friendly.

Martha W

Verified

October 16, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Camp hosts were the best! Super helpful and friendly.

Alyssa J

Verified

September 15, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Absolutely loved the spot. Quiet, right next to the lake, and close proximity to Ely and all it had to offer. Bathrooms were clean, fire grate was great for grilling, and the trees were just starting to change colors. Folks with kids, be advised, site 8 does have stairs and ledges so extra attention needed. Will be back again!

Alyssa J

Verified

September 15, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Absolutely loved the spot. Quiet, right next to the lake, and close proximity to Ely and all it had to offer. Bathrooms were clean, fire grate was great for grilling, and the trees were just starting to change colors. Folks with kids, be advised, site 8 does have stairs and ledges so extra attention needed. Will be back again!

Judy J

Verified

September 8, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

This is a lovely, relatively small campground near the Boundary Waters. We like site #2 because it is flat, relatively close to the biffies and is quite private. The biffies are clean and there is a nice swimming area. About the only downside of this campground is that there aren't any services.

Judy J

Verified

September 8, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

This is a lovely, relatively small campground near the Boundary Waters. We like site #2 because it is flat, relatively close to the biffies and is quite private. The biffies are clean and there is a nice swimming area. About the only downside of this campground is that there aren't any services.

Jacob T

Verified

August 16, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Great site and very close to Widgiwagan if you have kiddos out on their own adventure. 007 is superb.

Jacob T

Verified

August 16, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Great site and very close to Widgiwagan if you have kiddos out on their own adventure. 007 is superb.

Holly R

Verified

July 28, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful lake, campground and site. The walk to the site was longer than I expected. We definitely got our steps in!

Holly R

Verified

July 28, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful lake, campground and site. The walk to the site was longer than I expected. We definitely got our steps in!

Location Fenske Lake Campground

Address:
Kawishiwi Ranger District
Ely, MN, 55731
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 47.9953 / -91.9139

Elevation: 463 feet

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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