Agassa Lake
Agassa Lake is a small, 72-acre lake that is ideal for day trips or an overnight at the back country campsite. The lake contains walleye and perch. The 240 rod portage access to the lake limits the watercraft to canoes.
Nearby lake includes Big Lake.
General Information
Dispersed Camping
There is 1 back country campsite on this lake.
Please use facilities provided such as fire rings, tent pads, and latrines and pack out garbage.
When visiting, please remember
- Only use facilities that are provided for fires, tents, and waste.
- Do not make additional fire rings, tent pads, or cat holes.
- You will need to pack out your garbage.
- Nine people per site limit, group sites are available at some sites.
Boating
When boating with your dog, follow all Minnesota State boating laws.
- Use care when getting your dog in and out of the boat to ensure their safety.
- Consider both you and your dog wearing a life jacket.
- Provide shade for your pet.
- Remember to bring their food and water as it may be unsafe for them to drink lake water.
Camping
- Keep dogs on a six-foot, or shorter, leash when they are not inside a tent.
- Store dog food in bear-resistant containers and feed your pet away from the campsite.
- Pick up and bag your dog’s waste. Place it in a provided trash receptacle or pack it out.
- Do not leave your dog unattended at any time.
- Keep your dog in your tent at night.
- Ensure that there is ample water available for your pet.
Trail Use
Dogs are allowed on hiking trails, as long as they are kept on a leash. Unleashed dogs can pose a danger to your pet, the natural resources of the area, and other forest visitors.
Wildlife
- Do not allow them to interact with wildlife
Address: 1393 Highway 169 Ely, MN 55731
Phone: (218) 365-7600
Hours: April 28 – September 30, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, closed weekends. No BWCAW permit issuance and no retail sales products. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Superior_NF@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 48.05727372
Longitude: -91.94981957
Directions
Agassa Lake is located 17 miles northwest of Ely on County road 116 /Echo Trail.
- From Ely take Highway 169 east 1 mile to County road 88.
- Turn left, go 2 miles to County Road 116 (Echo Trail).
- Follow County Road 116 for 14 miles.
Parking
Agassa Lake parking will be to the East in the Angleworm parking area. The portage is across County Road 116 from the parking lot.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - Lake & Pond Info
Fish species: walleye, yellow perch, white sucker
See current Minnesota Department of Natural Resources rules and regulations.
The lake is 9 feet deep, at its deepest point.
Boating - Motorized Info
There are no ramps or docks at this site. The access is a .75 mile portage from Echo Lake Trail/116.
Boating - Non-Motorized Info
There are no ramps or docks at this site. The access is a .75 mile portage from Echo Lake Trail/116.