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Ojibway Lake offers a small picnic area, a back down ramp, and 2 island back country campsites. The lake contains crystal clear waters and a variety of fish, including lake trout, walleye, bass and northern pike. Access to Triangle Lake is a short roller portage between Ojibway Lake and Triangle Lake. Triangle Lake also has 2 island back country campsites and fish including walleye, bass, and northern pike.
Ojibway and Triangle Lakes are 14 miles northeast of Ely.
From Ely, take State Highway # 169 (Fernberg Road #18) east for 14 miles to Forest Road 1540.
Turn right on Forest Road 1540 and travel 1/2 mile to the Ojibway Lake access.
Triangle Lake is located across the lake and directly south of Ojibway Lake.
Parking:
Free overnight parking is available in the public boat launch.
Permits not required to travel or camp on Ojibway or Triangle Lakes. Permits are required year-round when entering the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, including North Kasishiwi River accessed by a portage on the southern shore of Triangle Lake. Free self-issue permits can be used for day use.
Boat ramp, dock, picnic tables and trails. Small beach area. Absolutely lovely.
Picturesque spot with bathrooms & picnic are on the shore. Listed on signage as an entry point into the Boundary Waters.
In early September, we stayed at Log Cabin Hideaways on Triangle Lake prior to going into and returning from the Boundary Waters. Part of the group stayed in the cabin the entire time. Remote rustic setting. 20 - 30 minute paddle to dock, then 1/2 mile hike to the Bucksnort cabin through the woods. New log cabin and sauna. Propane refrigerator and limited solar lights. Cell service. It is a great place to get away from hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in nature. Would be great for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter. Host Dean was fantastic.
Awesome couple of lakes. While it's one of the BWCA entrances, you can stay on Ojibway and Triangle without a BWCA permit. There are a few sites on each of the two.
