Cadotte Lake
Photo: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain- 29
- sites
- May–Sep
- best months
Caution today
Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good · USFS, OpenWeather · checked 2 h ago
Is Cadotte Lake open right now?
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in Superior National Forest. It doesn't name Cadotte Lake, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).
Post Wildfire Closures, Effective October 1, 2026
Agency closure covering Superior National Forest · Order 09-09-00-26-11 · USFS · Superior National Forest
Closure Notice for Public Safety – Laurentian District
Agency closure covering Laurentian Ranger District · USFS · Laurentian Ranger District
Forest Road Improvement Projects
Agency alert covering Superior National Forest · USFS · Superior National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Superior National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
- 29 sites for RV and tent campingReservable on Recreation.gov
- At 1,636 ft
- Near AuroraLaurentian Ranger District · Superior National Forest
Cadotte Lake Campground lines the western shore of Cadotte Lake in Superior National Forest. A boat ramp and fishing dock make the campground convenient for anglers, and the sandy swimming beach is popular among families. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of 3 million acres. The forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border. Visitors can find recreation opportunities year-round, including exploring the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Local outfitters
- Boundary Waters Outfitters36 mi away
- Piragis Northwoods Company36 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
Best time to go · May–Sep
Best time to visit Cadotte Lake
Best months: May–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
18° / -4°
9 wet
Feb
23° / -2°
7 wet
Mar
36° / 11°
8 wet
Apr
48° / 24°
9 wet
May
63° / 36°
12 wet
Jun
72° / 46°
12 wet
Jul
76° / 50°
12 wet
Aug
74° / 48°
11 wet
Sep
65° / 41°
11 wet
Oct
50° / 31°
12 wet
Nov
34° / 18°
10 wet
Dec
22° / 4°
9 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Brimson 2s, MN, 9.6 mi away at 1,486 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
Closures we've recorded since August 2026
Forest-wide Fire Restrictions
Superior National Forest · Order dated July 12, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026 → lifted Aug 25, 2026 · Forest Service
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29 sites for RV and tent camping
