Echo Lake
Open for the 2026 season as of May 8. Operates through September 26. Some sites are reservable through Recreation.gov; 9 sites remain first-come-first-served. Water systems and garbage service are operational. Campground gates typically locked November 1 through May 1.
Fire Weather Watch issued July 12 at 1:46PM CDT until July 13 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING FOR VERY HOT TEMPERATURES COMBINING WITH GUSTY SOUTHWEST WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY OVER PARTS OF NORTHEAST MINNESOTA... * AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Koochiching, North St. Louis, Northern Cook and Lake, North Itasca and Central St. Louis. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 25 percent. * IMPACTS...The rapid spread of any fires may occur due to the forecast weather conditions and dry fuels per guidance from local land management agencies.
Red Flag Warning issued July 12 at 1:46PM CDT until July 12 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING FOR VERY HOT TEMPERATURES COMBINING WITH GUSTY SOUTHWEST WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY OVER PARTS OF NORTHEAST MINNESOTA... * AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Koochiching, North St. Louis, Northern Cook and Lake, North Itasca and Central St. Louis. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 25 percent. * IMPACTS...The rapid spread of any fires may occur due to the forecast weather conditions and dry fuels per guidance from local land management agencies.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 12 at 1:44PM CDT until July 14 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 100. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Crow Wing, Aitkin, Pine, Koochiching, Cass, Itasca, Carlton, St. Louis, Cook and Lake Counties. In Wisconsin, Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Iron, Sawyer, and Washburn Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Bad River Reservation, the Fond du Lac Band, the Grand Portage Reservation, the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation, the Red Cliff Band, the northwestern area of the Lac du Flambeau Band, the St. Croix Band in Burnett County, the Mille Lacs Band, East Lake, Big Sandy Lake, Hinckley and, Lena Lake areas and the Bois Forte Band, Deer Creek, Lake Vermilion and, Nett Lake areas. Other locations including Voyageurs National Park, Madeline Island and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. The entire Boundary Waters is also included. * WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat index values up to 108 expected in northern Ashland and Bayfield Counties along the South Shore. Little to no relief from the heat is possible Sunday night as continued very warm heat indices in the 70s are forecast Sunday night.
About
Echo Lake Campground is located on the west end of the Echo Trail, a remote country road traversing the heart of the Western Superior National Forest. This quiet campground offers a peaceful alternative to the area's resort scene, set among aspen, balsam, spruce, maple, and pine trees that provide ample shade. The campground features 22 sites with 13 reservable through Recreation.gov (including one group site for up to 21 people) and 9 first-come-first-served sites. Three additional dispersed campsites accessible only by boat are scattered around the lake. Echo Lake spans 1,222 acres and is a popular fishing destination for walleye, northern pike, panfish, black crappie, white sucker, and yellow perch. The campground includes a boat ramp, sandy swimming beach, and access to hiking trails including the 1.5-mile Echo Lake Trail and 10-mile Echo Lake Hunter Walking Trail. Nearby attractions include Voyageurs National Park, Crane Lake, and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, making this an ideal base camp for wilderness canoe trips. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets and solar-powered drinking water are available. Most sites can accommodate RVs and campers up to 45 feet. Dogs are allowed but must remain leashed (6-foot maximum) and kept in tent or vehicle overnight. No ATVs or horses permitted. External firewood is prohibited; use local sources only.
Directions
From Orr, MN, take St. Louis County Road 23 for 16 miles to Buyck. At Buyck, County Road 23 becomes County Road 24. Continue on County Road 24 for 4 miles to the Echo Trail (County Road 116). Turn right onto the Echo Trail and continue 0.8 miles to the campground entrance on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (218) 666-0020 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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