Beautiful area, nice park some sites are terraced leading to the las
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What campers say
Fall Lake Campground offers well-spaced, roomy campsites set among trees with several sites along the lake, giving a peaceful, secluded feel even when busy. It accommodates both RVs and tents and serves as a convenient, paved access point for Boundary Waters trips. Amenities include clean, newer restrooms with hot showers (some report one shower per restroom), a small beach and playground, and canoe rentals through the office; camp hosts are frequently described as friendly. Practical note: check in at the office to get your site number and the bathroom access code. Mosquitoes can be heavy during parts of the season.
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📖 About This Campground
Fall Lake Campground near Ely Minnesota is a US Forest Service campground providing primitive tent and RV camping in a wooded setting. The campground is managed by concessionaire. Multiple loops set in a forested setting the campground has paved roads with dirt gravel camping pads. Set on Fall Lake campers enjoy boating and canoeing. Fresh water is available as are showers and restrooms. A boat launch is adjacent.
Maximum of 9 people per site. There is space for 1 vehicle and 1 towed vehicle (such as a boat trailer). Additional vehicles at 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.