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
Most popular amenities
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
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 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
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.
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
