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Trails End Campground

Trails End Campground
TRAILS END CAMPGROUND
TRAILS END CAMPGROUND
TRAILS END CAMPGROUND
TRAILS END CAMPGROUND

About Trails End Campground

Trail's End Campground is located next to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) in a remote area of Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota. It is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy life, or get out on the water to canoe and fish. Berry picking and wildlife viewing are also great fun.

Number of accommodations: 27

Campground Amenities

  • Potable Water
    Potable Water

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 4

Sites & Availability

27 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: TRAI
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
014, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
016, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
017, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
018, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
019, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: TEND
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
021, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
022, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
023, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 024, Loop: TEND
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: TEND
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: TEND
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
027, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
028, Loop: TEND
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: TEND
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night

Reviews (178)

What Guests Are Saying

Trails End Campground offers a stunning and serene location with beautiful views of the river and easy access to canoeing and hiking in the BWCA. Many campers appreciate the well-maintained sites, peaceful ambiance, and wildlife sightings, making it a favorite for relaxation and exploration. However, some concerns were noted regarding the cleanliness of the outhouses and the lack of on-site assistance for purchasing necessities, along with issues related to noise from nearby campers.

Review Summary

4.6
178 reviews
5
70.2%
125
4
19.7%
35
3
6.7%
12
2
3.4%
6
1
0.0%
0

Alexis C

Verified

June 3, 2025 Stayed at: 006, Loop: TRAI

5

Trip over memorial weekend was great (little to no bugs). Campsite #6 had plenty of room, great views, near a bathroom. There's a hidden hiking trail near one of the boat landings that wasn't marked. Make sure to bring toilet paper and get firewood in town.

Scott L

Verified

October 2, 2024 Stayed at: 022, Loop: TEND

5

Beautiful weather, very quiet campground, incredible scenery. Hiked the magnetic rock trail and had lunch at Gunflint Lodge on the way up. Great stay!

don a

Verified

September 29, 2024 Stayed at: 026, Loop: TEND

5

holly w

Verified

September 27, 2024 Stayed at: 028, Loop: TEND

5

Phenomenal in the shoulder season. Had site 19 and would not have traded it for the world. I love that the park is primarily self operating. September camping here was a great experience.

Faye B

Verified

September 26, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: TEND

5

absolutely incredible campground and incredible site, very private. slight walk from the car down a trail to the campsite, so be prepared if this will be challenging. would not recommend for children, as there is a steep cliff into the lake.

Cathy W

Verified

September 5, 2024 Stayed at: 003, Loop: TRAI

5

this campground is beautiful. Every site that I could see had either a gorgeous view of the lake or a trail down to the water. We rented a pontoon one day from the gunflint Lodge. We went horseback riding there, and then we rented a canoe from an outfitter for a day trip into BWCA. It was magnificent. We saw Eagles, deer and two baby bears playing by the side of the road. By far, one of my favorite camping sites

Jonathan E

Verified

September 3, 2024 Stayed at: 002, Loop: TRAI

5

Probably one of the best drive-in campsites in America! #2 is a very large private site at the end of its own short drive with a stunning view of the lake. There’s a trail downhill to the beach for your own personal canoe/boat landing and also a short trail uphill to a great tent pad. The hillside location makes it more susceptible to high winds, though, making tent camping and campfires difficult at times.

Pete B

Verified

August 31, 2024 Stayed at: 026, Loop: TEND

5

Wonderful setting. We were able to swim in the lake off of our campsite. Near by museum and hikes were nice. Canoe rental provided access to the bwca.

Benton J

Verified

August 26, 2024 Stayed at: 002, Loop: TRAI

5

I don't want to rate my experience here, I'd rather keep this campground a secret.

Ashley W

Verified

August 13, 2024 Stayed at: 025, Loop: TEND

5

Clean bathrooms, private sites.

Location Trails End Campground

Address:
Gunflint Ranger District
Grand Marais, MN, 55604
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 48.1603 / -90.8936

Elevation: 441 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Additional fee for campers arriving in a second vehicle collected on-site for second vehicle

General

No off-road vehicles allowed

General

Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside a hard-sided vehicle

General

Click here to learn more about Superior National Forest

General

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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