Summary
Reservations are not required—sites are first-come, first-served, with a modest nightly fee. Amenities include vault toilets, hand-pumped drinking water, fire rings, picnic tables, and a small boat launch; there are no RV hookups, though small RVs can access the area. The vibe is peaceful and rustic, ideal for paddling, fishing, or relaxing under tall pines. Nearby, enjoy trails like the Border Route or historic Gunflint Trail. Summer to early fall offers the best weather and vivid scenery.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Kimball Lake
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Kimball Lake Campground
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Northern Light Lake
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Elbow Lake (Gunflint)
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Cliff Creek
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Durfee Creek
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Weather Forecast
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Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC HOVLAND 6.5 WSW
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GRAND MARAIS 4.4 W
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NOHRSC GRAND MARAIS 4.4 WSW
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GRAND MARAIS 30.5 NW
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Elbow Lake Landing Road Cook County
Bwcaw Boundary To Forest Boundary In T62N, R2E
Forest Boundary To Lake Superior In T62N, R3E
Devils Track Falls State Wayside
Grand Portage State Forest
Judge C. R. Magney State Park