| Put In: |
Entry Point #16 Moose R.-North |
| Take Out: |
same |
| Difficulty: |
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| Gradient: |
-- |
| Run Length: |
5 days/43 miles |
| Flow Information (phone): |
Kawishini Ranger District 218-365-7600 |
| Good Level: |
-- |
| Season Comments: |
May, June, July, August, September
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| Permit: |
May 1- Sept. 30: Day and/or overnight permits required. Overnight fee/person/trip: $10/adult, $5/youth age 0-17, $5/Golden Age or Golden Access passport holders. Plus $9 reservation fee/group. Oct 1- April 30: self-issue day or overnight permits. Some high-season permits allocated by lottery. |
| Character/Similar To: |
12 lakes, 4 rivers, 1 creek, 27 portages. Scenic waterfall; Indian rock paintings. |
| Hazards: |
At high water several portages are over .5 mile. At low water you may consider a different route. |
| Water Craft: |
canoe |
| Land Ownership: |
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness |
| Wilderness: |
yes |
| Camping on River: |
No camping available at put in. Nearby campgrounds include Lake Jeanette and Fenske Lake. Camping only in designated areas on the lakes. Each campsite includes a latrine and firepit. |
| Location: |
In the Midwestern U.S. (MN), 25.5 miles Northwest of Ely, Minnesota |
| Area Name: |
Boundary Waters Caanoe Area Wilderness |
| Shuttle Logistics: |
From Count Road 88, follow Echo Trail 24.5 miles. Turn right before the Sioux River bridge. Follow this access rd. for a mile to the parking lot. Portage to river. Do not confuse this entry point with Moose River South. |
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