About East Bearskin Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 19
Campground Amenities
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Lake Access
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (111)
What Guests Are Saying
East Bearskin Lake Campground is well-loved for its beautiful, rustic setting and well-maintained cabins, making it a great spot for camping and outdoor activities. Many reviews highlight the helpful staff and clean facilities, with some guests enjoying the spacious campsites and proximity to the lake. However, there are concerns regarding cabin maintenance, including issues with leaks and worn mattresses, as well as declining overall maintenance of the campground's amenities.
What Guests Are Saying
East Bearskin Lake Campground is well-loved for its beautiful, rustic setting and well-maintained cabins, making it a great spot for camping and outdoor activities. Many reviews highlight the helpful staff and clean facilities, with some guests enjoying the spacious campsites and proximity to the lake. However, there are concerns regarding cabin maintenance, including issues with leaks and worn mattresses, as well as declining overall maintenance of the campground's amenities.
Review Summary
Robert H
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Joseph F
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
East Bearskin is consistently my favorite campground along the Gunflint trail. It is a perfect BWCA entry point and nearby Bearskin lodge is a full outfitters and also sells basic camping amenities like firewood, ice, snacks, and drinks. Very well maintained and still feels secluded and peaceful.
Robert A
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
could have not been better
larry m
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Nice camp ground and bathroom facilities. Easy parking of boats near campsite and great boat drop off point.
David P
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: Tamarac Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Cabin largely well kept, bathrooms cleaned regularly. Porch screen did have several large gaps that should be fixed - esp in eaves where porch meets cabin roof.
Kirk D
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Campsite 3 is beautifully set up on the water. Our only issue was the loud drunks late into the night two campsites away from use.
Lorraine F
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Our camp site was not ready we had to sleep in our cars they did not post our name on the site and they did not refund our money.
Sara R
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2020 • Stayed at: Aspen Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Bearskin Campground is heaven on earth. I highly recommend some type of screened tent though for cooking, as the mosquitos can be pretty thick. But we spend so much time on the lake and had no problems out there. Caught some delicious walleye, northern and panfish.
Ben D
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
This campground is located on East Bearskin Lake; however, you’d never know it as none of the campsites are on or near the lake. Also; the campground is managed by the local resort: Bearskin Lodge. The sites were poorly cared for, unkept and overgrown. Kind of a Bummer.
Lisa D
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: Tamarac Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
We’ve stayed at East Bearskin 5 times in the cabins and have loved every minute of it. It’s quiet, clean, and off the grid. Lots of wildlife to see and activities to do. We come back every year!
Location East Bearskin Lake Campground
Address:
East Bearskin Lake Campground
Grand Marais, MN, 55604
United States
East Bearskin Lake Campground is located 26 miles from Grand Marais, on the historic Gunflint Trail. From Duluth, take Highway 61 north to Grand Marais. Turn left (north) on Gunflint Trail and proceed about 26 miles to East Bearskin Road. Turn right and follow the signs to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 48.0369 / -90.3939
Elevation: 527 feet
Policies & Rules
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This lake has portages into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness; when portaging or paddling from this lake and into another, be aware that permits may be required to enter (click here for permit information) |
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Some first-come, first-served sites are available within the campground |
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Bears may frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and garbage and be aware of your surroundings |
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Click here for more information about Superior National Forest, and here for additional points of interest in the region |
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Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information. |
