Echo Lake (Minn)
Portage, Minnesota · 1,263 ft · In Superior National Forest
Photos: Bob McNamara
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 1,263 ft (385 m)1,263 ft385 m
Loops1
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 4 staff entries left out. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
Amenities
From Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · Correct
- ADA accessible
- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Echo Lake is located on the west end of the Echo Trail, a remote country road that traverses through the heart of the Western Superior National Forest. This quiet campground, where the sounds of birds and the wind are often heard, is a peaceful alternative to the hustle and bustle of the area's resort scene. A variety of campsites, activities and amenities offer a comfortable stay for RV, trailer and tent campers.
Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of three million acres. The forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border. Visitors can find recreation opportunities year-round, including travel in the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.Recreation
From Recreation.gov and Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · · Edit
Cell service
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- AT&T4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Echo Lake (Minn): FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueAreas Of Fog, 8% chance of rain50°35°
- WedMostly Cloudy, 2% chance of rain52°29°
- ThuMostly Cloudy, 13% chance of rain57°27°
- FriChance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny, 28% chance of rain49°24°
- SatSunny59°34°
Nearby camping
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Echo Lake Campground & Backcountry Sites
Public Land · 390 ft · Portage
Echo Lake Site 1
Public Land · 0.6 mi · Portage
Echo Lake Site 3
Public Land · 0.6 mi · Portage
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 6.1 mi
Camp site
Crane Lake, MN · On U.S. Forest Service land · Superior National Forest
- 6.2 mi
Camp site
Orr, MN · On U.S. Forest Service land · Superior National Forest
- 6.3 mi
Camp site
Orr, MN · On U.S. Forest Service land · Superior National Forest
- 6.8 mi
Camp site
Orr, MN · On State agency land · Kabetogama State Forest
- 7.3 mi
Camp site
Crane Lake, MN · On U.S. Forest Service land · Superior National Forest
- 7.5 mi
Camp site
Crane Lake, MN · On U.S. Forest Service land · Superior National Forest
Location and contact
Data from Recreation Information Database (RIDB) / Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards
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