About East Bearskin Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 19
Campground Amenities
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General Store
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Pet Friendly
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Potable Water
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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
Laura B
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
It is a beautiful location and a clean campground.
Patricia M
VerifiedMay 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
What a lovely Park. I missed guy choose a cabin sometime as they were cute and had great sites.
Patrick K
VerifiedOctober 28, 2024 • Stayed at: Tamarac Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Great campground. Very close to the bearskin lodge and then tons of amazing hikes in the area. We’ve only camped in the cabins but there are several campsites along the lake they look amazing. The cabins are well maintained and also have a 3 season porch which is perfect for hanging out without bugs bothering you.
Ted D
VerifiedOctober 8, 2024 • Stayed at: Aspen Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
These cabins are generally a great value for what you get. However, we were quite alarmed to discover that this cabin leaked considerably rendering two bunks unusable in even a light rain. Glad we noticed before all of our gear was soaked. The cabin roof leaked in several places as was evident in darkened moldy wood panels.
Another issue is that there was a big enough gap under the front door that mice got in the cabin. We keep a pretty clean area but were pretty disappointed in that.
I would expect a partial refund for unusable bunks due to roof leaking and hope the design will be improved or repaired before we'll consider returning.
Terry W
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
No kids and no bugs… 4 happy campers!
Rebecca N
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2024 • Stayed at: Aspen Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Camper cabin was very nice! We liked being under a roof instead of a tent when the rain came, and cooking outside still made it feel like camping.
Charles H
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: Tamarac Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
We loved the screened porch of the cabin which allowed us to sit out at night without being eaten by mosquitoes. The site (Tamarack) was close to the vault toilets. The camping sites were far enough apart to allow for privacy. There are great hiking trails that run through the camp. Pets are allowed and our dog loved the water and hiking. We definitely will go back.
Chelsie A
VerifiedAugust 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Wonderful 3 night stay! Site #17 in my opinion is the best spot. Clean campground and very quiet, especially at night.
Matthew R
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
It was remote and beautiful, which is what I wanted. I had 237 mosquito bites in 3 days (I counted). I camp for 3 weeks every summer, I've never seen anything like this. Deet, etc. didn't seem to make any difference at all. I would not go back unless I was really wanting to be the main course in a mosquito drive through.
Marco M
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Not at all as advertised. Had 2 separate parking spaces within tall grass. The picnic area was a separate area, elevated and separate from the parking space which was not suitable for my car camping set up. Had to find another space for my stay.
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. |