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About Iron Lake
Number of accommodations: 6
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Canoeing
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Fishing
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Canoeing
Summer
Canoeing
Fall
Canoeing
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2026 Season availability
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- Potable Water
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- Lake Access
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Reviews (76)
What Guests Are Saying
Iron Lake campground offers a beautiful, clean, and quiet setting with well-maintained sites and amenities, making it an enjoyable destination for nature lovers. Campers appreciated the privacy of the sites and the access to recreational activities like kayaking and hiking. However, some guests experienced noise issues from generators and neighbors, which affected their overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, many expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and natural beauty.
What Guests Are Saying
Iron Lake campground offers a beautiful, clean, and quiet setting with well-maintained sites and amenities, making it an enjoyable destination for nature lovers. Campers appreciated the privacy of the sites and the access to recreational activities like kayaking and hiking. However, some guests experienced noise issues from generators and neighbors, which affected their overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, many expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and natural beauty.
Review Summary
Kristine S
VerifiedJuly 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: IRON
We had a very peaceful stay at the campground. The only issue was some of the heavy rains this summer had washed out part of the drive down into site 7 which made accessing it a little tricky in a passenger car.
Kristine S
VerifiedJuly 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: IRON
We had a very peaceful stay at the campground. The only issue was some of the heavy rains this summer had washed out part of the drive down into site 7 which made accessing it a little tricky in a passenger car.
Scott N
VerifiedJune 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: IRON
Fantastic campsites, most with little trails to the waterfront. Very quiet with only the slightest road noise in the distance when one of the few cars goes by. We've stayed here twice and loved it each time. After the addition of a cell tower in Sept 2021, there is now cell coverage at this site. We have mixed emotions on this, since we liked unplugging from the world for a few days. But it is good too be able to contact someone if needed!
I would highly recommend this campground to anyone looking to get away from the city and enjoy some peace and quiet.
Worth noting, pack in some water with you for drinking, washing dishes, putting it fires etc. as the on-site water is very slow flowing (comes from a solar powered pumping shed near the front). Vault toilets have been pretty clean and not smelly on both our trips. No running water for hand washing, so bring some sanitizer!
Scott N
VerifiedJune 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: IRON
Fantastic campsites, most with little trails to the waterfront. Very quiet with only the slightest road noise in the distance when one of the few cars goes by. We've stayed here twice and loved it each time. After the addition of a cell tower in Sept 2021, there is now cell coverage at this site. We have mixed emotions on this, since we liked unplugging from the world for a few days. But it is good too be able to contact someone if needed!
I would highly recommend this campground to anyone looking to get away from the city and enjoy some peace and quiet.
Worth noting, pack in some water with you for drinking, washing dishes, putting it fires etc. as the on-site water is very slow flowing (comes from a solar powered pumping shed near the front). Vault toilets have been pretty clean and not smelly on both our trips. No running water for hand washing, so bring some sanitizer!
David H
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: IRON
Best camping site on the Gunflint. Well tended sites and pit toilet. Water available at central location but no threading for hose; must use container.
David H
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: IRON
Best camping site on the Gunflint. Well tended sites and pit toilet. Water available at central location but no threading for hose; must use container.
RUSS H
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: IRON
Resupply of outhouse supplies would be appreciated.
Site was not well cleaned by a prior occupant.
Daytime use of a gas generator two sites down during the daytime hours was an unwelcome disturbance.
Great view of the lake. Watched a bull moose on the opposite shore for several minutes.
RUSS H
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: IRON
Resupply of outhouse supplies would be appreciated.
Site was not well cleaned by a prior occupant.
Daytime use of a gas generator two sites down during the daytime hours was an unwelcome disturbance.
Great view of the lake. Watched a bull moose on the opposite shore for several minutes.
Keith N
VerifiedJuly 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: IRON
Great place to visit a lot of nice hikes (get list at DNR in Grand Maris) and don't mis the Chik-Wak museum.
Keith N
VerifiedJuly 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: IRON
Great place to visit a lot of nice hikes (get list at DNR in Grand Maris) and don't mis the Chik-Wak museum.
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.
Elevation: 573 feet
38 mi drive to downtown Grand Marais (about 49 min)
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Last updated: September 9, 2026
