Gull Lake

This boat ramp near Grand Marais provides convenient access to Gull Lake in Cook County. The facility includes a vault toilet and is located across from the ranger office, with additional amenities nearby including a swimming beach and recreational facilities. The ramp can accommodate boats up to 25 feet, making it suitable for motorboats, canoes, and kayaks.

The access point sits at the outlet of Gull Lake where the Gull River begins, making it an ideal starting location for paddlers exploring the lake or river system. Note that this is a day-use area with no reservations required. Backcountry camping is available on Loon Lake (accessible by water), which operates on a first-come, first-served basis with single-party sites that include fire grates and latrines. Nearby Trails End Campground offers additional overnight accommodations if you need services with your visit.

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 is one site on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. 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...

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 is one site on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. 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. Use a Forest Map to locate campsites and accesses. (You can purchase a map on line at http://www.nationalforeststore.com/ or at any of the District offices or by mail.)

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