![]() ![]() If you’re interested in this route for mid to late summer please check with us about water levels. It’s best to paddle this route in the spring or early summer in a clockwise direction. You’ll want to consider the amount of water in the river if you are considering this route. Fishing is fair, mostly Northern Pike, Lake Trout, and some small Bass. Frost Lake has several sandy beaches and even a couple campsites on sand. You will feel like you are the only soul in the BWCA when camping there. You will want to pace yourself and allow enough paddling time to ensure you make it to a campsite before dark. Due to the remoteness of the area and the lack of paddlers who venture in this far the distance between campsites is great. Frost River itself can be a challenge because of the number of turns and you definitely want to keep your map out at all times on the river. If you would like to learn more about this route you can listen to this podcast: Tumblehome-A Boundary Waters Podcast-East Bearskin Lake Route Frost River Routeįrost Lake is in the heart of the BWCA Routes system and few people venture this far in. You can take this route and return to Bearskin for pick-up or paddle right back to Clearwater Lodge. No visit through the BWCA routes would be complete without a side trip to Johnson Falls, which is popular on this route. Walleye, Bass and Northern Pike are plentiful. ![]() The lakes on this route are very popular with base campers. Traveling north through Banadad and Rush Lakes will take you through quieter waters, while heading south through Winchell offers excellent campsites and Lake Trout fishing. There are many options to expand this route. You will find plenty of Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike throughout the route, though if you are looking for Walleyes the lakes south and west of Poplar Lake is where you should start. ![]() You’ll enjoy some river paddling south of Ham Lake and have some good wildlife opportunities. Smaller lakes give more protection with wind. This is a great route for those wanting to cover some ground and paddle smaller lakes. The option for calling for a pick-up from Trail Center Lodge on Poplar Lake also makes starting at Cross Bay Lake the better option. Of the BWCA routes, this route is nice as it can be traveled in either direction, although with predominant winds from the west you may want to start at Cross Bay Lake. Moose Lake is seldom visited and may be one of the best Lake Trout lakes in the state. No traveler through the various BWCA routes should miss a visit to Johnson Falls a pristine set of wilderness waterfalls which offers refreshing swimming holes and seclusion.Ī longer loop can be made by traveling the Canadian border lakes East to North and South Fowl. Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike can be found in good numbers throughout the entire area, and even a number of managed trout lakes holding Brook Trout can be found if you’re willing to work. If it’s Walleye you’re after Caribou and Pine lakes are tough to beat. Clearwater, Mountain and East and West Pike are great Lake Trout lakes in the spring. Plenty of fishing options abound depending on what you’re looking for. The Border Route Trail runs through the area as well with multiple spur trails which climb quickly to the tops of those towering cliffs, offering splendid views into Canada and beyond. With crystal clear waters below and towering 400ft cliffs above, this incredibly scenic route will take you through some of the most unique lakes in the state. This area is referred to as the “Minnesota Mountains” for good reason. If you would like to learn more about how best to choose a BWCA route you can listen to this podcast: Tumblehome-A Boundary Waters Podcast-BWCA Route Planning Advice Clearwater Route You’re free to explore as you like, as long as you have a permit for the area you’d like to visit. While we do have quite a few BWCA routes listed, you don’t need to follow a specific route while out in the BWCA. While there are many different routes available, we’ve listed some of the most popular ones below. ![]()
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