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Birch Lake Campground

Birch Lake Campground offers 30 well-maintained campsites in two loops plus two rustic cabins, all nestled in dense forest with direct lake access near Ely, Minnesota.

The campground features a boat ramp with no horsepower restrictions, making it ideal for both motorized and non-motorized watercraft, along with amenities including vault toilets, hand-pump water, and a group site accommodating up to 45 people.

Note that access requires 4 miles of gravel road from Forest Road 429, and reservations are available through Recreation. gov for the May-October season.


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