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Landmark: Burntside LakeCity: Ely
Country: USA Minnesota
Continent: North America
Burntside Lake, Ely, USA Minnesota, North America
Overview
Burntside Lake sprawls northwest of Ely Minnesota covering roughly 7139 acres with depth reaching 126 feet in some places very deep.
Crystal-clear waters and rocky shorelines surround over 100 islands scattered throughout its vast expanse in northern Minnesota's forested landscape.
These islands differ greatly in size and terrain with some densely forested while others boast exposed rock formations amidst rugged surroundings.
Lake shoreline twists haphazardly with deeply indented contours offering a wildly diverse mosaic of sheltered coves and sprawling rugged peninsulas nearby.
Its western boundary connects via Tamarack Creek with Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness providing a corridor of protected land that draws paddlers and anglers.
Burntside Lake resides deep within northern boreal forest under a canopy of mixed coniferous trees and deciduous trees quite majestically.
Forests surrounding lake consist primarily of red and white pines balsam fir and paper birch with aspen trees creating vibrant natural scenery.
Lake water quality remains exceptionally high supporting ridiculously diverse habitats beneath its surface very quietly now.
Clear cold waters provide ideal conditions for numerous fish species including lake trout walleye northern pike smallmouth bass and yellow perch thriving there.
Surrounding wetlands and shoreline habitats teem with abundant bird life including loons ospreys bald eagles and various species of waterfowl.
Burntside Lake possesses profound historical significance being a pivotal hub of logging activities and wilderness tourism early last century.
Burntside Lodge established way back in 1913 sits pretty on southern shore of some really old continuously operating wilderness resorts.
Rustic charm melds surprisingly well with sleek modern amenities and generations of intrepid travelers have used it as base camp.
Camp Van Vac founded in 1918 offers glimpses into rustic life of early 20th century with original hand-crafted log cabins around its grounds.
Camp Widjiwagan operated by YMCA focuses heavily on outdoor ed and wilderness survival skills emphasizing deeply youth engagement amidst nature.
Listening Point a private retreat of renowned conservationist Sigurd F lies among lake's many notable historical landmarks quietly.
Olson stood quietly.
Olson's legacy of stewardship and wilderness preservation unfolds vibrantly in this open-air museum now designated a National Historic Landmark.
Burntside Lake is home to wreck of Bull-of-the-Woods Logging Scow a late 19th-century paddle steamer deeply entrenched in logging history now listed on National Register of Historic Places.
Burntside Lake beckons outdoorsy types with numerous recreation options.
Boating enthusiasts flock here for kayaking and paddleboarding amidst a vast island network.
Sheltered bays provide serene settings for pontoon boating and canoeing under bright sunny skies.
Rental services at Burntside Lodge provide various watercraft such as hydrobikes and paddleboards for enthusiasts.
Anglers flock extremely quickly by lake trout and walleye and northern pike populations teeming remarkably beneath surface and smallmouth bass perch abundantly.
Boat fishing and shore fishing remain super popular with secluded fishing spots available off some pretty remote islands eerily nearby.
Lake waters glisten invitingly for a dip and resorts dot shoreline with sandy beaches and designated swimming spots quite often nearby.
Trails winding around lake shores and deep within adjoining forest lands facilitate hiking and keen wildlife observation quite readily nowadays.
Birdwatchers often spot loons and bald eagles alongside a diverse array of songbirds while deer and otters are frequently seen nearby.
Guided boat tours furnish historical context highlighting landmarks like Listening Point and logging scow wreck site enriching visitors understanding of lake's natural heritage.
Summer months bring warm temperatures and extended daylight making it peak season for pretty much all water-based activities in June August.
Mosquitoes and black flies thrive in early summer and their activity can be somewhat mitigated with liberal applications of bug repellent.
Autumnal hues erupt across lake surroundings rapidly in September and October morphing into a kaleidoscope of warmly glowing vibrant foliage displays.
Cooler temperatures and fewer visitors make autumn a prime time for hiking photography and extremely quiet paddling across serene lakes.
Burntside Lake's ice typically forms from November till March and although ice fishing's a regional fad it remains relatively undervisited due largely to its sheer size.
Opportunities for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing abound in nearby rugged terrain at surprisingly high elevations quite often.
Thawing season brings wildlife out in droves from April through May and greenery pops up everywhere very suddenly again.
Trails can get extremely muddy and water levels rise significantly higher owing largely to rapid snowmelt occurring slowly upstream.
Burntside Lake benefits greatly from concerted conservation endeavors that preserve water quality natural habitats and unspoiled wilderness character effectively nowadays.
Proximity to Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness reinforces strongly a regional ethic of environmental stewardship quite vividly.
Local groups and resorts band together maintaining pretty shorelines somehow and supporting recreation sustainably with minimal human footprint everywhere.
Burntside Lodge offers rustic cabins and fine dining alongside boat rentals and guided hikes with boat tours on picturesque Burntside Lake.
Camp Van Vac offers a pretty down-to-earth traditional camp experience in historic log cabins with fairly simple amenities.
Camp Widjiwagan offers youth outdoor education programs heavily emphasizing wilderness skills canoeing and weirdly enough environmental awareness pretty strongly nowadays.
Facilities situated near undeveloped tracts of land effectively serve as gateways to lake's natural beauty and myriad recreational opportunities nearby.
Burntside Lake stands as a jewel in northern Minnesota's wilderness boasting stunning natural features rich in history and vibrant recreational activities.
Its vast size and numerous islands provide a ridiculously versatile setting for paddling and hiking in pristine waters amidst abundant wildlife.
Burntside Lake embodies enduring allure of North Woods where nature history and human enjoyment surprisingly coexist beneath serene surroundings and historic lodges.
Crystal-clear waters and rocky shorelines surround over 100 islands scattered throughout its vast expanse in northern Minnesota's forested landscape.
These islands differ greatly in size and terrain with some densely forested while others boast exposed rock formations amidst rugged surroundings.
Lake shoreline twists haphazardly with deeply indented contours offering a wildly diverse mosaic of sheltered coves and sprawling rugged peninsulas nearby.
Its western boundary connects via Tamarack Creek with Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness providing a corridor of protected land that draws paddlers and anglers.
Burntside Lake resides deep within northern boreal forest under a canopy of mixed coniferous trees and deciduous trees quite majestically.
Forests surrounding lake consist primarily of red and white pines balsam fir and paper birch with aspen trees creating vibrant natural scenery.
Lake water quality remains exceptionally high supporting ridiculously diverse habitats beneath its surface very quietly now.
Clear cold waters provide ideal conditions for numerous fish species including lake trout walleye northern pike smallmouth bass and yellow perch thriving there.
Surrounding wetlands and shoreline habitats teem with abundant bird life including loons ospreys bald eagles and various species of waterfowl.
Burntside Lake possesses profound historical significance being a pivotal hub of logging activities and wilderness tourism early last century.
Burntside Lodge established way back in 1913 sits pretty on southern shore of some really old continuously operating wilderness resorts.
Rustic charm melds surprisingly well with sleek modern amenities and generations of intrepid travelers have used it as base camp.
Camp Van Vac founded in 1918 offers glimpses into rustic life of early 20th century with original hand-crafted log cabins around its grounds.
Camp Widjiwagan operated by YMCA focuses heavily on outdoor ed and wilderness survival skills emphasizing deeply youth engagement amidst nature.
Listening Point a private retreat of renowned conservationist Sigurd F lies among lake's many notable historical landmarks quietly.
Olson stood quietly.
Olson's legacy of stewardship and wilderness preservation unfolds vibrantly in this open-air museum now designated a National Historic Landmark.
Burntside Lake is home to wreck of Bull-of-the-Woods Logging Scow a late 19th-century paddle steamer deeply entrenched in logging history now listed on National Register of Historic Places.
Burntside Lake beckons outdoorsy types with numerous recreation options.
Boating enthusiasts flock here for kayaking and paddleboarding amidst a vast island network.
Sheltered bays provide serene settings for pontoon boating and canoeing under bright sunny skies.
Rental services at Burntside Lodge provide various watercraft such as hydrobikes and paddleboards for enthusiasts.
Anglers flock extremely quickly by lake trout and walleye and northern pike populations teeming remarkably beneath surface and smallmouth bass perch abundantly.
Boat fishing and shore fishing remain super popular with secluded fishing spots available off some pretty remote islands eerily nearby.
Lake waters glisten invitingly for a dip and resorts dot shoreline with sandy beaches and designated swimming spots quite often nearby.
Trails winding around lake shores and deep within adjoining forest lands facilitate hiking and keen wildlife observation quite readily nowadays.
Birdwatchers often spot loons and bald eagles alongside a diverse array of songbirds while deer and otters are frequently seen nearby.
Guided boat tours furnish historical context highlighting landmarks like Listening Point and logging scow wreck site enriching visitors understanding of lake's natural heritage.
Summer months bring warm temperatures and extended daylight making it peak season for pretty much all water-based activities in June August.
Mosquitoes and black flies thrive in early summer and their activity can be somewhat mitigated with liberal applications of bug repellent.
Autumnal hues erupt across lake surroundings rapidly in September and October morphing into a kaleidoscope of warmly glowing vibrant foliage displays.
Cooler temperatures and fewer visitors make autumn a prime time for hiking photography and extremely quiet paddling across serene lakes.
Burntside Lake's ice typically forms from November till March and although ice fishing's a regional fad it remains relatively undervisited due largely to its sheer size.
Opportunities for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing abound in nearby rugged terrain at surprisingly high elevations quite often.
Thawing season brings wildlife out in droves from April through May and greenery pops up everywhere very suddenly again.
Trails can get extremely muddy and water levels rise significantly higher owing largely to rapid snowmelt occurring slowly upstream.
Burntside Lake benefits greatly from concerted conservation endeavors that preserve water quality natural habitats and unspoiled wilderness character effectively nowadays.
Proximity to Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness reinforces strongly a regional ethic of environmental stewardship quite vividly.
Local groups and resorts band together maintaining pretty shorelines somehow and supporting recreation sustainably with minimal human footprint everywhere.
Burntside Lodge offers rustic cabins and fine dining alongside boat rentals and guided hikes with boat tours on picturesque Burntside Lake.
Camp Van Vac offers a pretty down-to-earth traditional camp experience in historic log cabins with fairly simple amenities.
Camp Widjiwagan offers youth outdoor education programs heavily emphasizing wilderness skills canoeing and weirdly enough environmental awareness pretty strongly nowadays.
Facilities situated near undeveloped tracts of land effectively serve as gateways to lake's natural beauty and myriad recreational opportunities nearby.
Burntside Lake stands as a jewel in northern Minnesota's wilderness boasting stunning natural features rich in history and vibrant recreational activities.
Its vast size and numerous islands provide a ridiculously versatile setting for paddling and hiking in pristine waters amidst abundant wildlife.
Burntside Lake embodies enduring allure of North Woods where nature history and human enjoyment surprisingly coexist beneath serene surroundings and historic lodges.
