About East Bearskin Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 19
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Canoeing
Fishing
Kayaking
Motor Boat
Paddling
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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General Store
Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
On Site Services
- General Store
Water Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (222)
What Guests Are Saying
East Bearskin Lake Campground is well-loved for its serene setting, clean facilities, and attentive management, making it an ideal spot for outdoor activities. Guests appreciate the rustic cabins, spacious campsites, and quick assistance from staff when needed. Some reviews mention minor maintenance issues, such as old mattresses and leaks, but overall, many plan to return, highlighting the campground's charm and beautiful location.
What Guests Are Saying
East Bearskin Lake Campground is well-loved for its serene setting, clean facilities, and attentive management, making it an ideal spot for outdoor activities. Guests appreciate the rustic cabins, spacious campsites, and quick assistance from staff when needed. Some reviews mention minor maintenance issues, such as old mattresses and leaks, but overall, many plan to return, highlighting the campground's charm and beautiful location.
Review Summary
Jennifer M
VerifiedAugust 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Loved it!
Jennifer M
VerifiedAugust 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Loved it!
Pam C
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Concessionaire Bearskin Lodge very unhelpful. Campsite next to us started a fire when burning restrictions we on. We reported it to the Lodge, but she said that was not really their job, they "wouldn't go slap their wrists". Told us we could call the forest service ourselves. Person working said, "I am closing in about 30 seconds so didn't know what they could do about it." They did not go to the campground at all to speak to the campers about the fire. My husband went to talk to them, they said, "they didn't know about the burning ban.". We think the Lodge should have talked to them instead of leaving it up to us.
Very disappointed with them.
Pam C
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Concessionaire Bearskin Lodge very unhelpful. Campsite next to us started a fire when burning restrictions we on. We reported it to the Lodge, but she said that was not really their job, they "wouldn't go slap their wrists". Told us we could call the forest service ourselves. Person working said, "I am closing in about 30 seconds so didn't know what they could do about it." They did not go to the campground at all to speak to the campers about the fire. My husband went to talk to them, they said, "they didn't know about the burning ban.". We think the Lodge should have talked to them instead of leaving it up to us.
Very disappointed with them.
Thomas L
VerifiedAugust 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
East Bearskin is a beautiful, clean campground. Our site had plenty of room for two vehicles and three tents. It also had a path through the woods down to the lake, where a canoe could be landed. The boat landing looked awesome. I think we will return for a longer stay.
Thomas L
VerifiedAugust 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
East Bearskin is a beautiful, clean campground. Our site had plenty of room for two vehicles and three tents. It also had a path through the woods down to the lake, where a canoe could be landed. The boat landing looked awesome. I think we will return for a longer stay.
Rose H
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
We have been coming to this campground for over 25 years and have seen the changes from a first come campground to the current reservation system. I am not a fan of the reservation system since it's the Superior National Forest but it is what it is.
Whoever is responsible for the maintenance of the restrooms and trash are are doing a horrible job. The guy comes around and fills the toilet paper but doesn't clean the restrooms and doesn't leave enough TP for the amount of people that are staying in the campground; they restrooms consistently run out of TP. Also, there's no recycling at this facility; Devil Track and Two Islands offers recycling, which keeps the trash bin from overflowing. Ravenwood also sanitizes the restrooms at Devil Track and Two Islands, which we did not see done at East Bearskin ONCE!
There is a flat site charge of $20 / night, which for some of the first-come sites is WAY too much money. For Example, Site #13 is one of the worst sites and not worth more than $10 / night.
Whoever is managing this campground has turned it into one of the worst campgrounds in the Superior Nat'l Forest.
Rose H
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
We have been coming to this campground for over 25 years and have seen the changes from a first come campground to the current reservation system. I am not a fan of the reservation system since it's the Superior National Forest but it is what it is.
Whoever is responsible for the maintenance of the restrooms and trash are are doing a horrible job. The guy comes around and fills the toilet paper but doesn't clean the restrooms and doesn't leave enough TP for the amount of people that are staying in the campground; they restrooms consistently run out of TP. Also, there's no recycling at this facility; Devil Track and Two Islands offers recycling, which keeps the trash bin from overflowing. Ravenwood also sanitizes the restrooms at Devil Track and Two Islands, which we did not see done at East Bearskin ONCE!
There is a flat site charge of $20 / night, which for some of the first-come sites is WAY too much money. For Example, Site #13 is one of the worst sites and not worth more than $10 / night.
Whoever is managing this campground has turned it into one of the worst campgrounds in the Superior Nat'l Forest.
Rachael L
VerifiedJuly 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Peaceful and beautiful!
Rachael L
VerifiedJuly 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Peaceful and beautiful!
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.
East Bearskin Lake Campground is accessed via Highway 61, which runs north from Duluth to Grand Marais. From Grand Marais, visitors can take Gunflint Trail for about 26 miles to reach the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 48.0369 / -90.3939
Elevation: 527 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- 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)
- Some first-come, first-served sites are available within the campground
- Bears may frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and garbage and be aware of your surroundings
- Click here for more information about Superior National Forest, and here for additional points of interest in the region
- 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.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
