Cascade Lake

Cascade Lake is a 451-acre backcountry lake in Cook County, Minnesota, with a boat ramp located at the southeast end providing access to two first-come, first-served camping sites. This is a near-wilderness destination suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats, with a maximum depth of 17 feet. The lake offers a quieter paddling experience compared to more developed access points in the area.

The two backcountry campsites on Cascade Lake are accessible only by boat and include basic amenities such as fire grates, latrines, and picnic tables. Paddlers should come prepared for backcountry camping: treat or boil all water, hang food packs to prevent wildlife access, and fully extinguish fires before leaving the site. There is day-use parking available at the ramp, though facilities may be limited given the remote nature of this access point.

For kayakers specifically, this location provides a good launching point for exploring the lake's arms and reaching backcountry campsites. Nearby Two Island Lake Campground is another option within 10 miles if you prefer developed camping facilities.

This is one of our Backcountry sites which is a near- wilderness single party site and is accessible only by foot or boat. These sites are first come, first served. There 2 sites on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. There is a boat launch A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash...

This is one of our Backcountry sites which is a near- wilderness single party site and is accessible only by foot or boat. These sites are first come, first served. There 2 sites on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. There is a boat launch A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes at least 150ft from any body of water, pack out all garbage and Leave No Trace.

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