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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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4
14.3%
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5.7%
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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!

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.

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.

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.

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

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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