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Nels Lake

This is one of our Backcountry sites which is a near- wilderness single party site and is accessible only by foot or boat. These sites are first come, first served. There are 2 sites on this lake, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes at least 150ft from any body of water, pack out all garbage and Leave No Trace. Use a Forest Map to…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 48.019676, -91.905276

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • FENSKE LAKE CAMPGROUND
  • Picket Lake
  • West Twin Lake
  • FALL LAKE
  • Twin West
  • SOUTH KAWISHIWI RIVER

Frequently asked questions

Is Nels Lake reservable?

Nels Lake is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Nels Lake?

See the map for Nels Lake's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Nels Lake?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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