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
Laura B
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
It is a beautiful location and a clean campground.
James S
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: Alder Cabin, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
Clean campsite… clean bathrooms
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.
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.
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.
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!
Terry W
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: EAST BEARSKIN LAKE CAMPGROUND
No kids and no bugs… 4 happy campers!
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
