Lake Vermilion

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Lake Vermilion: Description

Lake Vermilion was declared one of National Geographic's Top Ten Scenic U.S. lakes in 1940. Many claim it still is today. With 39,272 acres of surface and 290 miles of shoreline (1,200 including the shorelines of its 365 islands), Lake Vermilion is Minnesota's fifth largest, with hundreds of bays and connectors that make for varied vistas.

Like many Minnesota lakes, there are other lakes that can easily be confused with this one. This Lake Vermilion is spelled with just one "l".

Known as "The Lake of the Red Sunsets", Lake Vermilion stretches for 40 miles across the state's "Arrowhead Region" (in the northeastern portion, near Tower and Ely) and lies principally in St. Louis County. Its pine-lined shores are dotted with more than 25 resorts. An active real estate market features waterfront homes at prices than can exceed $1 million.

Lake Vermilion is known for its walleye and muskie fishing. It hosted the annual Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener Weekend in 2005. It attracts visitors from all parts of Minnesota and the Midwestern United States, drawn by its fishing reputation and its northern Minnesota wilderness setting. Lake Vermilion is surrounded by parts of the Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW).