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Fenske Lake Campground

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

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

Campground Amenities

  • Beach Access
    Beach Access
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water
  • Lake Access
    Lake Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 8

Sites & Availability

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$22.00
/ per night
006, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
007, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$22.00
/ per night
010, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
011, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
9 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$65.00
/ per night

Reviews (51)

Review Summary

4.8
51 reviews
5
80.4%
41
4
15.7%
8
3
3.9%
2
2
0.0%
0
1
0.0%
0

Mary M

Verified

August 4, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

The site was spotless, freshly raked, very large. Campground hosts were accessible and friendly.

The swimming beach was charming. A couple more benches would be helpful.

We lucked into site #7 due to a cancellation and it must be the most beautiful campsite in Minnesota! Long hill to set up/take down and use the restroom...but no complaints. Beautiful!

Meredith J

Verified

August 3, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

We love Fenske campground. Very private sites and a nice beach.

Theresa W

Verified

July 17, 2024 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Campsite 8 is the one we stayed at. It was roomy and private. It's one of those campsites that was nicely done. The bathrooms were clean. I posted pictures in the Google reviews of Fenske Campground as the site was updated from the photos posted here.

Dean D

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 012, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Nice quiet campground with lots of green space between campsites.

Michael S

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 012, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

This is one of Minnesota’s best kept secrets. Large secluded campsites on a beautiful lake. Sure there aren’t many amenities but you come here for the beauty not the shower. The camp hosts are amazing too. They were so helpful when I needed assistance!

Thomas M

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Nice secluded campsites affording privacy

Stephen H

Verified

July 13, 2024 Stayed at: 008, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Close to bwca for day trips

Jordan S

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Great place for a family trip! Don’t mind the millions of mosquitoes

Macyn H

Verified

May 29, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful, quiet campsite. Campsite host was incredibly understanding and helpful. Amazing experience here at Fenske

Chris S

Verified

October 2, 2023 Stayed at: 010, Loop: FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Campsite 10 had a spectacular view! We also discovered the picnic area and played some board games. We love being so close to the start of the Ely Half Marathon :)

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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