Echo Lake campground
Echo Lake
What's on-site at Echo 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 Echo Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echo Lake Campground & Backcountry Sites | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Echo Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crane Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Jeanette | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Jeanette Campground & Backcountry Sites | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Echo Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Vermilion River Nr Crane Lake | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Gold Portage Outlet From Kabetogama Lk Nr Ray | 467 cfs | → |
| Basswood River Near Winton | 6,670 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi R Abv White Iron Lake Nr Ely | 2,210 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 1,450 cfs | → |
| Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 1,010 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Echo Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Orr 3e | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cook | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kabetogama Lake Visitor Ctr | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ely 5.2 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Celina 2e | 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
- Voyageurs National Park
- Lake Jeanette State Forest
- Kabetogama State Forest
- Burntside State Forest
- Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park
- Koochiching State Forest
Boat launches
- Crane Lake Road Saint Louis County
- Astrid Trail (6029a) Saint Louis County
- Echo Trail Saint Louis County
- Johnson Parkway Orr
- Saint Louis County
- Mead Wood Road Saint Louis County
Fishing spots
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 Echo Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Echo Lake
Can I make reservations at Echo Lake?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Echo 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 Echo Lake.