Toohey Lake campground
Toohey Lake
Toohey Lake Camping Area is a first-come-first-serve campground, with 18 campsites available for visitors. An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a popular logging site. Today, the spot is a serene and peaceful nature retreat for campers.
The best time to visit Toohey Lake Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to August. The average temperature during this time is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, making it the perfect weather for hiking, swimming, and other outdoor activities. However, visitors should be prepared for occasional rain showers and thunderstorms during this time of year. Overall, the Toohey Lake Camping Area is an excellent option for campers looking for a peaceful and beautiful getaway in the heart of Minnesota's wilderness.
What's on-site at Toohey Lake
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Toohey Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toohey Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Toohey Lake Rustic Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Fourmile Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fourmile Lk Rustic Campground & Backcountry Sites | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Temperance River | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Toohey Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 705 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 1,040 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi R Abv White Iron Lake Nr Ely | 1,690 cfs | → |
| Basswood River Near Winton | 5,220 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Toohey Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Tofte 4.9 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tofte 0.8 Wsw | 6.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tofte 0.9 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grand Marais 4.4 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Marais 4.4 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wolf Ridge Environ Learning Center | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Pat Bayle State Forest
- Ray Berglund State Wayside
- Temperance River State Park
- Cascade River State Park
- Lake Isabella State Forest
- Caribou Falls State Wayside
Boat launches
- The Grade Cook County
- Cook County
- Windy Lake Boat Landing Lake County
- Hogback Lupus Trail Loop Lake County
- Barker Lake Trail Cook County
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Bwcaw Boundary To Confluence With Plouff Creek
- Confluence With Plouff Creek To Lake Superior In T59n, R4w
- North Temperance Lake In T63n, R4w To Bwcaw Boundary In T62n, R4w
- Horshoe Lake In T64n, R1w To Bwcaw Boundary
- Bwcaw Boundary To Forest Boundary In T62n, R2e
- Forest Boundary To Lake Superior In T62n, R3e
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Toohey Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Toohey Lake
Can I make reservations at Toohey Lake?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Toohey Lake?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Toohey Lake.