About Iron Lake
Number of accommodations: 6
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Canoeing
Fishing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (70)
What Guests Are Saying
Iron Lake campground offers a serene and secluded experience with well-maintained sites and beautiful lake views. While some campers reported noise issues from generators and nearby sites, many appreciated the respectful atmosphere and proximity to hiking and paddling opportunities. Overall, visitors found it a charming getaway, noting its cleanliness and the convenience of amenities, although maintenance improvements were suggested.
What Guests Are Saying
Iron Lake campground offers a serene and secluded experience with well-maintained sites and beautiful lake views. While some campers reported noise issues from generators and nearby sites, many appreciated the respectful atmosphere and proximity to hiking and paddling opportunities. Overall, visitors found it a charming getaway, noting its cleanliness and the convenience of amenities, although maintenance improvements were suggested.
Review Summary
John L
VerifiedAugust 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: IRON
Great remote site!
John L
VerifiedAugust 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: IRON
Great remote site!
Steve M
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: IRON
Neighbors making noise after 10 pm and before 8 am. I had to go over to their site and ask them if they could keep it down, my wife and I were trying to sleep. And their generator was on demand, and was keeping me up also. 2 years in a row now dealing with noisy neighbors. Done with that campground that was really quiet for many camping trips.
Steve M
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: IRON
Neighbors making noise after 10 pm and before 8 am. I had to go over to their site and ask them if they could keep it down, my wife and I were trying to sleep. And their generator was on demand, and was keeping me up also. 2 years in a row now dealing with noisy neighbors. Done with that campground that was really quiet for many camping trips.
Tamara B
VerifiedJuly 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: IRON
Excellent camping experience.
Tamara B
VerifiedJuly 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: IRON
Excellent camping experience.
Robyn R
VerifiedJune 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: IRON
We were in spot 3, which is a lovely spot that has a partial view of the lake. Unfortunately, he group camping next to us had their generator running 24 hours a day for 3 days straight. The campground should have a posting that there are quiet time rules so other campers don't have their trip ruined by rude guests.\
Also, the public outhouse ran out of TP.
Robyn R
VerifiedJune 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: IRON
We were in spot 3, which is a lovely spot that has a partial view of the lake. Unfortunately, he group camping next to us had their generator running 24 hours a day for 3 days straight. The campground should have a posting that there are quiet time rules so other campers don't have their trip ruined by rude guests.\
Also, the public outhouse ran out of TP.
Steve M
VerifiedOctober 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: IRON
Site 5 to close to other sites. UTV running around on camp road to noisy
Steve M
VerifiedOctober 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: IRON
Site 5 to close to other sites. UTV running around on camp road to noisy
Location Iron Lake
Address:
Gunflint Ranger District
Grand Marais, MN, 55604
United States
From Grand Marais, Minnesota, take Gunflint Trail (County Road 12) 36 miles north, turn left on County Road 92 and travel 2 miles on a narrow gravel road to Iron Lake Campground.
The nearest major road is Gunflint Trail (County Road 12), which connects to Grand Marais and provides access to Iron Lake Campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 48.0678 / -90.6147
Elevation: 573 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
