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About Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Number of accommodations: 29
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
General Store
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- General Store
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (436)
What Guests Are Saying
Sawbill Lake Campground offers spacious, clean sites and a beautiful setting, making it a favorite among campers. The staff is consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, while the nearby outfitter provides convenient access to gear and supplies. Although some sites are not directly on the lake and noise disturbances have been reported, the campground remains a peaceful and enjoyable destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
What Guests Are Saying
Sawbill Lake Campground offers spacious, clean sites and a beautiful setting, making it a favorite among campers. The staff is consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, while the nearby outfitter provides convenient access to gear and supplies. Although some sites are not directly on the lake and noise disturbances have been reported, the campground remains a peaceful and enjoyable destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Review Summary
Dustin H
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Very chill campground. Lots of space. We spent the night here before heading into the BWCAW for a 4 day trip. It was the perfect launching point for us.
Dustin H
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Very chill campground. Lots of space. We spent the night here before heading into the BWCAW for a 4 day trip. It was the perfect launching point for us.
Charlie L
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
A great place to begin your BWCA adventure
Charlie L
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
A great place to begin your BWCA adventure
Deana M
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Everything was great, even the mosquitoes were well behaved, but the gnats were vicious!!!! We were doing our initial setup at arrival before the campfire was made, and by the time we noticed how bad they were our kids were already dripping blood from their hair lines and ears!!! Quite terrifying before we realized what it was from. Get the campfire set up right away since the smoke repels them, and make sure to bring all the bug repellant you have available!!! Greatful for the general store on site.
Deana M
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Everything was great, even the mosquitoes were well behaved, but the gnats were vicious!!!! We were doing our initial setup at arrival before the campfire was made, and by the time we noticed how bad they were our kids were already dripping blood from their hair lines and ears!!! Quite terrifying before we realized what it was from. Get the campfire set up right away since the smoke repels them, and make sure to bring all the bug repellant you have available!!! Greatful for the general store on site.
Josh B
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
All the staff was very nice and helpful.
Josh B
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
All the staff was very nice and helpful.
Atonia E
VerifiedJune 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
The campsites were gorgeous and private. Facilities were great. Only thing I would “complain about” is the restrooms could possibly use a larger window. Got super dark in there. Otherwise it was perfect.
Atonia E
VerifiedJune 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
The campsites were gorgeous and private. Facilities were great. Only thing I would “complain about” is the restrooms could possibly use a larger window. Got super dark in there. Otherwise it was perfect.
Location Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Address:
Sawbill Lake Campground Superior National Forest
Tofte, MN, 55615
United States
The campground is located north of Tofte, Minnesota. Travel to Tofte via Highway 61 along Lake Superior's north shore. In Tofte, turn north (away from Lake Superior) on Sawbill Trail (CCHS 2). Follow Sawbill Trail 24 miles until it ends at the entrance to the campground.
Sawbill Lake Campground is accessible via Highway 61, which runs along Lake Superior's north shore. From Highway 61, travelers can reach the campground by turning onto Sawbill Trail.
Elevation: 558 feet
23 mi drive to downtown Tofte (about 36 min)
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
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Last updated: September 6, 2026
