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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
BRANDON K
VerifiedJune 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Sawbill Outfitters are always so professional, knowledgeable and have some of the kindest people working for them. No matter how many questions we ask, they always answer with a smile. They also seem genuinely interested on where we are going and how our trip was when we get back. The camping spots are also always very neat and clean. You an tell their staff takes pride in their work. We have used them for the last 3 trips and will continue to in the future.
Cynthia F
VerifiedJune 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
The staff handling store and canoes were great.
The store was the best stocked park camp store I’ve ever seen - incredible selection and quality!
Meghan H
VerifiedMay 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
This was our first time camping at Sawbill and we Loved it! It was the perfect first experience of the Boundary Waters for our two kids. We are hoping to come back again for sure! Everything went great. Can't say enough good things about the staff and the sites - Thank you so much!
Misty H
VerifiedMay 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
We stayed overnight before heading into the Boundary Waters. The site was clean, easy to find, and quiet. No cell service, but at the main outfitter area there was WiFi so we were able to communicate with our loved ones before going in. I would definitely stay again.
Tom K
VerifiedMay 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Great campground and individual site. Love the camp store and all there is to do on land and water at Sawbill.
Seth C
VerifiedMay 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Great campground and the staff at sawbill are friendly and helpful will definitely stay there again!
Cynthia N
VerifiedMay 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
We visited in early May the day after the campground opened and stayed for almost 2 weeks. It was an idyllic experience. There is an equal mix of reservable and first come first serve campsites and this early in the season we mostly had the campground to ourselves weekdays.
This is a peaceful northwoods campground about 45 minutes inland from the coast of Lake Superior on a mix of paved and gravel roads that attracts those seeking quiet and time in nature. Roads in the campground are pretty narrow and might be very difficult for large rigs. Water is available in the campground and pit toilets are kept reasonably clean. There is no cellular reception, electric or water available at campsites but cellular and wifi are available just outside the outfitters store adjacent to the campground. There is no playground for children.
William K
VerifiedMay 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Great camping!
Brian C
VerifiedJanuary 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
A beautiful place to camp and be on the water. You can make this trip as leisurely or challenging as you like. A great place to bring my teenage boys to paddle, fish, hike and camp.
Brian C
VerifiedJanuary 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
A beautiful place to camp and be on the water. You can make this trip as leisurely or challenging as you like. A great place to bring my teenage boys to paddle, fish, hike and camp.
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
