Access Site
MN
Tioga Mine Pit Lake
City: Cohasset, MN
County: Itasca County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.22347911, -93.61235660
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Mississippi River at Grand Rapids, MN
2.4 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Tioga Mine Pit Lake offers a public boat launch for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters in scenic Itasca County, Minnesota. This 49-acre lake features notably deep water with a maximum depth of 225 feet, making it suitable for various paddling activities. The turquoise-colored waters and surrounding landscape provide a pleasant paddling environment for recreation and fishing.
The access point serves as a gateway to broader exploration opportunities in the region. From Tioga Mine Pit, paddlers can access nearby Pokegama Lake and its islands and bays, or extend trips further by paddling into the Mississippi River Headwaters system for multi-day adventures. The lake supports populations of brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and rock bass, making it attractive for anglers as well. Pokegama Dam Campground is located within 10 miles and offers reservable campsites for those planning overnight trips.
The access point serves as a gateway to broader exploration opportunities in the region. From Tioga Mine Pit, paddlers can access nearby Pokegama Lake and its islands and bays, or extend trips further by paddling into the Mississippi River Headwaters system for multi-day adventures. The lake supports populations of brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and rock bass, making it attractive for anglers as well. Pokegama Dam Campground is located within 10 miles and offers reservable campsites for those planning overnight trips.
Nearby Campgrounds (1 within 10 miles)
POKEGAMA DAM CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Mississippi River Headwaters - Pokegema Lake
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