Can you reserve a site at Echo Lake (Minn)?

Yes, Echo Lake (Minn) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Echo Lake (Minn) have?

26 sites in total, of which 22 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Echo Lake (Minn)?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Echo Lake (Minn)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Echo Lake (Minn).

Are campfires allowed at Echo Lake (Minn)?

Campfires are allowed at Echo Lake (Minn). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Echo Lake (Minn), Minnesota — 22 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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

Echo Lake is a popular fishing spot for walleye, northern pike, panfish, black crappie, white sucker and yellow perch also living in the lake. The surrounding national forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking in secluded woodlands and canoeing in pristine lakes and rivers. View recreation guides and maps of hiking trails and canoe routes in the national forest.

Facilities

The campground provides 22 sites, with 13 reservable sites (1 group site and 12 standard sites) and 9 first come-first served. The sites are non- electric and amenities include vault toilets, solar powered water, tables, garbage service, campfire rings.

A group campsite is available for groups of up to 21 people. Three free First Come First Serve dispersed campsites that can be accessed only by boat are located around the lake as well.

Heavy vegetation may limit the lake view from some sites; however, there are numerous trails leading to the water. Young trees and lush ground plants provide privacy between sites.

A boat ramp and sandy beach are provided for access to water activities and swimming.

Natural Features

This campground is on the south shore of the 1,222-acre Echo Lake and is surrounded by a mix of aspen, balsam, spruce, maple and pine trees, which provide ample shade.

Nearby Attractions

Possible day trips from the campground include Voyageurs National Park, Crane Lake, Vermillion Falls, Echo Lake Trail (1.5 miles) and Echo Lake Hunters Walking Trail (10 miles).

Numerous outdoor recreation opportunities lie within Superior National Forest's 77 lake accesses, 13 fishing piers, 10 swimming beaches and 22 picnic areas. The forest is also home to three scenic byways and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Additional sites of interest

The facts

Season: May 9 – September 2 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
22 bookable sites
26 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 21 people per site
Loops: ECHO, Echo, GRP

Site types

21 Standard Nonelectric
4 Management
1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

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26 campsites at Echo Lake (Minn)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	ECHO	Management	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
002 Host Site	ECHO	Management	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
003	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
004	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
005	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
006	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
007	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
008	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
009	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
010	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
011	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
012	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
013	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
014	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
015	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
016	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
017	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
018	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	9	🐾
019	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
020	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	9	🐾
022	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	9	🐾
023	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	9	🐾
024	ECHO	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	9	🐾
Group S&P	Echo	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	21	🐾
Standard S&P	Echo	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	9	🐾
021	GRP	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	21	🐾

Getting there

From Orr, Minnesota, take St. Louis County Road 23 for 16 miles to Buyck. At Buyck, County Road 23 turns into County Road 24. Continue on County Road 24 for 4 miles to the Echo Trail. Turn right onto the Echo Trail and continue 0.8 miles to the Echo Lake Campground.

48.17056, -92.49111 · 48°10'14.0"N 92°29'28.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 75°F in Jul, down to 15°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	15	21	34	48	61	71	75	74	64	50	33	21
Low °F	-8	-6	8	23	35	46	51	48	41	31	17	2
Precip in	0.9	0.7	0.9	1.7	2.7	4.2	4.1	3.1	3.0	2.3	1.5	1.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 15 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Echo Lake (Minn)

Can you reserve a site at Echo Lake (Minn)?: Yes, Echo Lake (Minn) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Echo Lake (Minn) have?: 26 sites in total, of which 22 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Echo Lake (Minn)?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Echo Lake (Minn)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Echo Lake (Minn).
Does Echo Lake (Minn) have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Echo Lake (Minn)?: Campfires are allowed at Echo Lake (Minn). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Echo Lake (Minn) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Echo Lake (Minn)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Site: $18/night
Group Site: $30/night

Restrictions:

Maximum of 9 people per site. There is space for 2 vehicles (a towed camper counts as 1 vehicle). Additional vehicles on the site require additional half fee and must park on the spur. No vehicles may park on the grass or where they impede traffic. ATVs not allowed.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Phone (218)666-0020
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-02.

Echo Lake (Minn)