There were three campsites on the peninsula on Oyster. All three were open, so we visited all of them before deciding on the one where the peninsula narrows. We could actually see all the way through the campsite to the other side of the lake. It was a great campsite. There were plenty of places to put tents, though we only needed one spot.
Oyster Peninsula Campsite
Kitchen on Oyster Campsite
Oyster Peninsula Campsite
Tent Pads at Oyster Campsite
After setting up camp, we went out fishing for dinner. Since it was windy, we didn't venture out onto the main lake. Instead, we stayed in the bay by the portage to Rocky Lake. We actually had good luck with the smallmouth bass by the portage.
Fishing on Oyster
The evening was great. We had bass for dinner and then just enjoyed the nice weather. As usual, the sunset was spectacular.
Sunset on Oyster
Monday, September 7, 2009
We got up early and packed up camp. The morning was still, foggy, and silent. At first, we were the only ones out paddling. As we neared the entry/exit point, the crowds got thicker. We had to wait our turn at some portages as everyone was trying to leave on Labor Day. Despite the crowds, we enjoyed the time traveling back.
It was a great trip to share with my dad, just the two of us. I will have these memories for many years to come.
