Trails End Campground, Grand Marais, MN

Trails End Campground is located in the Gunflint Ranger District, Superior National Forest (3 hrs 15 min northeast of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,445 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 18 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 13 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $24.00. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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(218) 387-1750 (Information)
(877) 444-6777 (Reservations)
$22 - $24

Campsite Reviews (103)

4.6 out of 5

5 star		73%
4 star		17%
3 star		6%
2 star		3%
1 star		0%

@FayeB880C9BC01 · Camped on Sep 21, 2024 at Campsite #16

absolutely incredible campground and incredible site, very private. slight walk from the car down a trail to the campsite, so be prepared if this will be challenging. would not recommend for children, as there is a steep cliff into the lake.

@ScottL9124908 · Camped on Sep 20, 2024 at Campsite #22

Beautiful weather, very quiet campground, incredible scenery. Hiked the magnetic rock trail and had lunch at Gunflint Lodge on the way up. Great stay!

@HollyW4F0E0385 · Camped on Sep 15, 2024 at Campsite #28

Phenomenal in the shoulder season. Had site 19 and would not have traded it for the world. I love that the park is primarily self operating. September camping here was a great experience.

@JonathanE40733 · Camped on Aug 31, 2024 at Campsite #2

Probably one of the best drive-in campsites in America! #2 is a very large private site at the end of its own short drive with a stunning view of the lake. Theres a trail downhill to the beach for your own personal canoe/boat landing and also a short trail uphill to a great tent pad. The hillside location makes it more susceptible to high winds, though, making tent camping and campfires difficult at times.

@CathyW5299700 · Camped on Aug 26, 2024 at Campsite #3

this campground is beautiful. Every site that I could see had either a gorgeous view of the lake or a trail down to the water. We rented a pontoon one day from the gunflint Lodge. We went horseback riding there, and then we rented a canoe from an outfitter for a day trip into BWCA. It was magnificent. We saw Eagles, deer and two baby bears playing by the side of the road. By far, one of my favorite camping sites

@PeteB3800872 · Camped on Aug 19, 2024 at Campsite #26

Wonderful setting. We were able to swim in the lake off of our campsite. Near by museum and hikes were nice. Canoe rental provided access to the bwca.

@BentonJ78A1810 · Camped on Aug 9, 2024 at Campsite #2

I don't want to rate my experience here, I'd rather keep this campground a secret.

@AshleyW8510592 · Camped on Aug 4, 2024 at Campsite #25

Clean bathrooms, private sites.

@CHERIM2061205 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024 at Campsite #6

Camp site next to me ran thier generator all night. They stated they have cpap machines and need electricity. We left the next morning , a Saturday, we gave up our reservation which was thru monday.

@JoeM4444950 · Camped on Jul 10, 2024 at Campsite #16

This site is absolutely gorgeous. There's enough space between the site on each side of you for privacy. Hearing the rapids roar throughout the night was such a treat. Loons calling in the evenings to eachother. We did plenty of foraging as well around here!Really enjoyed swimming in the river directly below our site (Disclaimer: Always use caution while swimming in any moving of water! The water was high this summer but the current was slow enough to swim out about 30 ft or so from shore and having little issue swimming back)Our one complaint was the folks before us had a real hard time practicing Leave No Trace. Litter on the ground, litter in the fire pit, and large amounts of spilt wax on rocks and on the ground (maybe citronella?). Upon dpearture, we cleaned up most of the spilt wax and litter from prior campers. At the very least, Voyageur's should be responsible to ensure the site is cleaned properly. Maybe they are short staffed, it certainly isn't their fault but its still their responsibility... This is the only reason it doesn't get 5 stars.We will be back to Trails End! Please remember Leave No Trace and leave the space better than you found it :)

@MarcoM4E7E941E · Camped on Jul 6, 2024 at Campsite #31

The whole edge of the campground was sloped rather badly and you could lose your balance and slip easy if at the edge. My campsite was not private or secluded with the entrance being open. Although there were lots of trees, they provided no shade. The only positive thing was I was next to the bathroom.

@SteveM7756642 · Camped on Jun 8, 2024 at Campsite #21

Almost perfect except store really doesn't have anyone I need.... wood, ice, bait???

@ThorSE415A4E87 · Camped on Jun 3, 2024 at Campsite #6

We stayed at two different sites. Both were nice.

@JonathanE40733 · Camped on May 25, 2024 at Campsite #25

Possibly the best campsite I've ever had! Great overlook of the lake. Sites are well-spaced apart, and there are only three sites on this cul-de-sac (however, you can still hear the noisier people in other parts of the campground at night).

@damianw681ED46 · Camped on May 15, 2024 at Campsite #3

Was a beautiful area. Had potable water and easy access to both lakes. bathrooms were clean and staff was friendly

@ConradB2125887 · Camped on Oct 2, 2023 at Campsite #2

Great Campground. We have been there several times and have enjoyed it every time.

@ShellyL5110997 · Camped on Sep 10, 2023 at Campsite #24

Nice campground beautiful view. Only complaint is the fire pit had two grates and was so deep we could barely see the flames. Also it is placed on where the hill starts so you are unable to sit on one side.

@CorlissA69AF75 · Camped on Sep 8, 2023 at Campsite #20

We live love our late summer camping trip to Trails End. We go driving to look for moose and visit Chik-Wauk museum and nature center. At the museum they have activities for both adults and children.

@SHANNONECE1A76 · Camped on Aug 30, 2023 at Campsite #19

We have been going to the Boundary Waters for 29 years and this is our favorite camp ground.

@HarryK1019879 · Camped on Aug 25, 2023 at Campsite #23

Good service from the helpful staff. Will recommend this campground and Way of the Wilderness Outfitters to others looking to have a great time in the BWCA.

@MarkN9094085 · Camped on Aug 20, 2023 at Campsite #8

We had a spectacular view of the Boundary Waters and Canada from our campsite (8). However, our experience was tempered by noisy young kids on either side of us on the first night.

@CarrieW3889332 · Camped on Aug 9, 2023 at Campsite #26

Beautiful location and campground.

@RebeccaR559280 · Camped on Aug 5, 2023 at Campsite #16

Excellent campground! Clean facilities. Good water and sanitation availability. Quiet. Easy access to water for boats, in two spots.

@MichaelS838841 · Camped on Jul 31, 2023 at Campsite #10

Great access to the lake!

@MerrileeA472ED · Camped on Jul 23, 2023 at Campsite #8

We absolutely LOVE Trails End. So peaceful and beautiful!! Site #8 has the most amazing view and my son loves to jump of the lower cliff into the water. I love sitting and enjoying the peace and quiet in the mornings with the foggy mist over the water, it's amazing! In the past I've never had any cell service with Verizon. This year I had an AT&T phone and did have 1 bar of service and was able to send text messages. Site #* is very rocky and near impossible to put stakes in the ground for a tent but the the view definitely makes up for it! Bugs can be bad at prime mosquito season but you have to expect that in Minnesota. There is a vault toilet just up the road from site #8 and it is always clean. There was one day it ran out of toilet paper but I had brought some so that was a non issue for us. There is also a water spigot at site #8 which is fantastic to have close by. If you are looking to hang a hammock there are not too many options with trees on site #8 as it is fairly open but there is just enough shade to keep us happy.

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