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About
The 45 acre Minerva Lake contains largemouth bass and perch. The lake has always enjoyed a good reputation for fishing. No primitive toilet or drinking water are available at this site. There is one primitive campsite located on Minerva Lake. It is located in a small, semi-open area bordered by hardwood trees and hemlocks. It is 40 ft. by 30 ft. and suitable for one family and tents or small trailers due to limited turn around space. Swimming at Minerva Lake is considered to be poor. There is an improved, day use boat access located adjacent to the campsite. It has a gravel base and is recommended for small boats and trailers only. Parking is limited.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 2.9 mi
fuel station
Fuel station
- 18 mi
grocery
Jack's Fresh Market
- 18 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 1.4 mi
trailhead
Thunderbowl
- < 0.1 mi
recreation site
Minerva Lake Boat Launch
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Forest road access near this stay: THREE ISLAND LAKE in Hiawatha National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- MI
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

