East Bearskin Lake Campground, Grand Marais, MN

East Bearskin Lake Campground is located in the Gunflint Ranger District, Superior National Forest (2 hrs 43 min northeast of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,727 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites including 4 cabins. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 25 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $76.00. Some amenities include general store, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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(218) 388-2292 (Information)
(877) 444-6777 (Reservations)
$20 - $76

Campsite Reviews (67)

4.3 out of 5

5 star		57%
4 star		21%
3 star		9%
2 star		9%
1 star		1%

@PatrickK884942 · Camped on Oct 25, 2024 at Campsite #TAM

Great campground. Very close to the bearskin lodge and then tons of amazing hikes in the area. Weve only camped in the cabins but there are several campsites along the lake they look amazing. The cabins are well maintained and also have a 3 season porch which is perfect for hanging out without bugs bothering you.

@TedD9055241 · Camped on Oct 3, 2024 at Campsite #ASP

These cabins are generally a great value for what you get. However, we were quite alarmed to discover that this cabin leaked considerably rendering two bunks unusable in even a light rain. Glad we noticed before all of our gear was soaked. The cabin roof leaked in several places as was evident in darkened moldy wood panels.Another issue is that there was a big enough gap under the front door that mice got in the cabin. We keep a pretty clean area but were pretty disappointed in that. I would expect a partial refund for unusable bunks due to roof leaking and hope the design will be improved or repaired before we'll consider returning.

@TerryWD5C347B9 · Camped on Sep 18, 2024 at Campsite #18

No kids and no bugs 4 happy campers!

@RebeccaN872280 · Camped on Aug 29, 2024 at Campsite #ASP

Camper cabin was very nice! We liked being under a roof instead of a tent when the rain came, and cooking outside still made it feel like camping.

@CharlesH720196 · Camped on Aug 24, 2024 at Campsite #TAM

We loved the screened porch of the cabin which allowed us to sit out at night without being eaten by mosquitoes. The site (Tamarack) was close to the vault toilets. The camping sites were far enough apart to allow for privacy. There are great hiking trails that run through the camp. Pets are allowed and our dog loved the water and hiking. We definitely will go back.

@ChelsieA82822F · Camped on Aug 1, 2024 at Campsite #17

Wonderful 3 night stay! Site #17 in my opinion is the best spot. Clean campground and very quiet, especially at night.

@MarcoM4E7E941E · Camped on Jul 4, 2024 at Campsite #4

Not at all as advertised. Had 2 separate parking spaces within tall grass. The picnic area was a separate area, elevated and separate from the parking space which was not suitable for my car camping set up. Had to find another space for my stay.

@MatthewR956812 · Camped on Jun 26, 2024 at Campsite #6

It was remote and beautiful, which is what I wanted. I had 237 mosquito bites in 3 days (I counted). I camp for 3 weeks every summer, I've never seen anything like this. Deet, etc. didn't seem to make any difference at all. I would not go back unless I was really wanting to be the main course in a mosquito drive through.

@KimO7398906 · Camped on May 19, 2024 at Campsite #22

I've been going to this campground for over thirty years and have enjoyed my visits.However, the general maintenance of the campground has declined in recent years.The campground road has numerous deep potholes that never seem to get filled.The picnic tables are in poor condition. The paint is also badly chipping off.Our firepit had numerous pieces of broken glass and cans in it.The latrines are also not serviced often enough.The general maintenance was much better in the past when there was a full- time host staying at the campground.I hope conditions improve because it's a nice location.

@MatthewC862969 · Camped on Aug 30, 2023 at Campsite #10

The campsite was cleaned up and ready for us when we got there. It was very nice and peaceful, and the lodge is just down the road so if you need any firewood or want to rent Kyaks it's super convenient and pretty cheap too. Would definitely camp here again!

@CarlaZD0B57DE7 · Camped on Aug 13, 2023 at Campsite #26

Absolutely zero cell phone service (not poor, zero) for over 30 minutes from the campground. Roads are narrow, gravel, and many pot holes. Site 26 has a steep driveway and was too short on the top flat part for a 21' trailer and there's a cabin within full visibility of the site, so no privacy. This was far more remote/unkempt than the several nicolet national forest campgrounds we have stayed in.

@JudyM6637149 · Camped on Aug 6, 2023 at Campsite #12

Super helpful at the lodge.The campground is beautiful

@JohnB8383631 · Camped on Jul 26, 2023 at Campsite #15

Easily accessible

@JeanM7647794 · Camped on Jun 23, 2023 at Campsite #6

Great campground. Great fishing! Already reserved for our next stay!

@JamesC5011896 · Camped on Jun 22, 2023 at Campsite #22

great staff clean beautiful! Thx

@PhillipHD7513C · Camped on Jun 2, 2023 at Campsite #JAC

The mosquitos are particularly bad this year and the cabins are not maintained at all. It was the beginning of the season and there were huge holes in many of the screens. At night it was either get chewed or cover up with thick sleeping bags and sweat your way through. I couldnt wait to go home.

@AllenK1942947 · Camped on May 30, 2023 at Campsite #ASP

Very enjoyable time with 5 in the cabin. Great walleye fishing on Crocodile. Enjoyed use of motor day pass to far ends of E Bearskin. Bad this time for mosquitoes. Cabin served well. One thing needs changed. The upper small windows need to be ventable to decrease heat in loft bed area.

@DavidPA09AA681 · Camped on May 30, 2023 at Campsite #18

Thank you!

@MalcolmB817150 · Camped on May 21, 2023 at Campsite #ASP

Our cabin at E Bearskin Lk Campground was exactly what we'd hoped for. We shall return!

@JackieH2332334 · Camped on Oct 21, 2022 at Campsite #ASP

Great campground!! Love the quietness of the Gunflint. We enjoy coming back year after year.

@MichaelS838841 · Camped on Oct 20, 2022 at Campsite #5

Had a amazing couple of nights almost in complete solitude. The camping spots are neat roomy and have a nice fire pit. The lake and surrounding area are marvelous. Even heard wolfs howling one night.

@GigiV9318089 · Camped on Oct 12, 2022 at Campsite #ALD

Alder cabin was as described and more. Beautiful location

@AndrewA9865886 · Camped on Sep 24, 2022 at Campsite #ALD

Cabin was locked When we got there after we were told it wouldn't be had to search for someone to let us in

@JonathanY84574 · Camped on Sep 17, 2022 at Campsite #TAM

We have stayed at the East Bearskin campground cabins numerous times over the past 10 years. They are especially welcome when it rains for days, as it did this trip. (Sometimes we’ve also had snow.) All of these rustic cabins are nice, but simple. The Alder Cabin has had some mice in it in the fall. Nothing that a couple of traps won’t solve. The last occupants left a couple behind for me but I had already brought some. Since each visitor is responsible for cleaning the cabin before they leave, it sure is nice to sweep the cabin thoroughly before leaving. Thanks to those of you who leave the cabin nicer than when you arrived.

@StephenF342835 · Camped on Sep 9, 2022 at Campsite #TAM

Great Campground! Stayed in the Tamarack cabin - perfect as a bunkhouse before heading out into the BWCAW.

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