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
Margaret K
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful area. We had campsite #8, which had a decent amount of privacy, but from driving around I noticed some campsites are very close to the road. Bearskin Lodge is nearby, although the lodge closed at 6 PM, and we had arrived too late to purchase firewood. Some other campers decided to play music and party until ~2 AM, which was unfortunate as the sound carries easily around there and they probably kept the whole campground up.
Margaret K
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful area. We had campsite #8, which had a decent amount of privacy, but from driving around I noticed some campsites are very close to the road. Bearskin Lodge is nearby, although the lodge closed at 6 PM, and we had arrived too late to purchase firewood. Some other campers decided to play music and party until ~2 AM, which was unfortunate as the sound carries easily around there and they probably kept the whole campground up.
steven w
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
We camped in September during the week. Campground was generally clean and quiet, with the one exception slamming doors at the camper cabins. Cold water was available. Camping ranged from tents to larger enclosed RVs with boats. Parking at the launch was adequate, but nearly full. Yes, we'd recommend it to others.
steven w
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
We camped in September during the week. Campground was generally clean and quiet, with the one exception slamming doors at the camper cabins. Cold water was available. Camping ranged from tents to larger enclosed RVs with boats. Parking at the launch was adequate, but nearly full. Yes, we'd recommend it to others.
John G
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2020 • Stayed at: Aspen Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Very basic but very good camping cabin with comfortable pads on the bunks. Also good spacing of secluded sites. Good area for critter spotting.
John G
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2020 • Stayed at: Aspen Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Very basic but very good camping cabin with comfortable pads on the bunks. Also good spacing of secluded sites. Good area for critter spotting.
Peter R
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
The online reservation process went well. No problems getting to the camp site. My family and I had a nice stay. I was disappointed by the closeness to adjacent sites and the trash I had to pick up from previous campers.
Peter R
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
The online reservation process went well. No problems getting to the camp site. My family and I had a nice stay. I was disappointed by the closeness to adjacent sites and the trash I had to pick up from previous campers.
Sandy D
VerifiedAugust 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
I have never visited such clean outhouses in a rustic campground setting! What a pleasant experience. Maybe that is a silver lining to COVID.
Thanks for the forest and a place to pitch our tent.
Sandy D
VerifiedAugust 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
I have never visited such clean outhouses in a rustic campground setting! What a pleasant experience. Maybe that is a silver lining to COVID.
Thanks for the forest and a place to pitch our tent.
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
