Recreation area

Astrid Lake Area

Superior National Forest · Minnesota — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Astrid Lake Area has 7 miles of hiking trail, 6 backcountry campsites and a canoe route with 4 interconnected lakes, including Astrid Lake, Maude Lake, Pauline Lake and Nigh Lake. The area provides an opportunity to experience wilderness-style camping without wilderness permits and regulations.   Downloadabe map and information - Astrid Lake Hiking Trail Downloadable map and information - Hunting Shack River Canoe Route

Getting there

Astrid Lake Area is about 29 miles northeast of Orr, MN. From Orr, take S. Louis County 23 to Buyck (16 miles). At Buyck, County 23 turns into County 24, continue for 4 miles to the Echo Trail (County 116). Turn right on the Echo Trail for 9 miles, continue to parking (see above).

Activities

  • BOATING
  • FISHING
  • HIKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.