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Fenske Lake Campground

Picture of Fenske Lake.
Picture of campsite with fire ring and table.
Picture of picnic table and fire ring.
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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%
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Tim M

Verified

August 10, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful

Tim M

Verified

August 10, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful

Frank P

Verified

July 15, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Wonderful spot! Such a peaceful campground. Beach is excellent also!!

Frank P

Verified

July 15, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Wonderful spot! Such a peaceful campground. Beach is excellent also!!

Michael P

Verified

June 26, 2020 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

fantastic

Michael P

Verified

June 26, 2020 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

fantastic

Bill S

Verified

June 18, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Fenske Lake is Awesome. I have been going here for 40 years and it is a great campground giving immediate access to the BWCA and other canoeing, hiking, boating and fishing opportunities, or you can just hang out at the campground.

Bill S

Verified

June 18, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Fenske Lake is Awesome. I have been going here for 40 years and it is a great campground giving immediate access to the BWCA and other canoeing, hiking, boating and fishing opportunities, or you can just hang out at the campground.

Bill S

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 016, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Love Fenske Lake. If you’re looking for a rustic wilderness experience this is the place for you. There are many options for hiking and canoeing in the immediate area, or you can just hang out and relax at your campsite or the swimming beach.

Bill S

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 016, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Love Fenske Lake. If you’re looking for a rustic wilderness experience this is the place for you. There are many options for hiking and canoeing in the immediate area, or you can just hang out and relax at your campsite or the swimming beach.

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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