Crane Lake is an unincorporated community in Crane Lake Township, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States; located within the Kabetogama State Forest. Crane Lake is situated at the southern entry to the Voyageurs National Park; the western entry to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness; and an entry into Canada. The community s…Crane Lake is an unincorporated community in Crane Lake Township, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States; located within the Kabetogama State Forest. Crane Lake is situated at the southern entry to the Voyageurs National Park; the western entry to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness; and an entry into Canada. The community serves as a vital entry point to a vast network of interconnected lakes, forests, and protected wilderness areas. With a year-round population of fewer than 100 residents, Crane Lake is notable for its remoteness, natural beauty, and role as a base for outdoor recreation in northern Minnesota. The area is popular among anglers, boaters, snowmobilers, and wilderness travelers, with numerous resorts, outfitters, and seasonal cabins lining its shores.