Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

Sawbill Lake Campground Superior National Forest, Tofte, Minnesota, United States
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Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest
Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

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About Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

Sawbill Lake Campground has immediate access to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a beautiful, peaceful and wild natural feature of Minnesota's Superior National Forest. The campground acts as a convenient base camp for exploring the nearby wilderness. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's Arrowhead Region, is comprised of 3 million acres. The forest spans 150 mi along the United States-Canada border. Visitors can find recreation opportunities year-round, including travel in the famed Boundary Waters.

Available sites

29 total sites
RV Sites 22 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 7 sites Check Availability

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store General Store
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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29 Sites Available

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Price
⛺ 002, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 003, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 005, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 ft wide · Gravel
⛺ 007, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 008, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 011, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 012, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 013, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 015, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
⛺ 018, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 020, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 021, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 024, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 026, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 027, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 028, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 030, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 031, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 033, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
⛺ 035, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 036, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 038, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
⛺ 040, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 041, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 042, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
⛺ 043, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 044, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 047, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 048, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 30 ft · Gravel

Reviews

460 reviews

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

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Kristina C

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December 20, 2019 Stayed at: 043, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

My family loves camping at Sawbill Lake Campground! Every year when I ask the kids where they want to camp, they always say a week at Sawbill Lake. There are tons of beautiful hikes around there. Eagle Mountain (the highest point in MN) is near by. But canoeing in the Boundary Waters is always everyone's favorite thing to do. There is a fun loop that takes about a half a day with the kids. We saw pitcher plants last year. The people at the outfitters are very helpful and they sell anything you may have forgotten to pack, like my pillow last summer. To date, this is our favorite campground. We will be back again.

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Kristina C

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December 20, 2019 Stayed at: 043, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

My family loves camping at Sawbill Lake Campground! Every year when I ask the kids where they want to camp, they always say a week at Sawbill Lake. There are tons of beautiful hikes around there. Eagle Mountain (the highest point in MN) is near by. But canoeing in the Boundary Waters is always everyone's favorite thing to do. There is a fun loop that takes about a half a day with the kids. We saw pitcher plants last year. The people at the outfitters are very helpful and they sell anything you may have forgotten to pack, like my pillow last summer. To date, this is our favorite campground. We will be back again.

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Janis B

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

We loved Sawbill Campground. The sites are very large and filled with huge pine trees. We rented a canoe at the outfitters and paddled across the lake. The showers at the Outfitter are very cramped and primitive; it wouldn't take much to upgrade the stalls and hooks. Very cramped and no place to hang anything. Loved everything else!

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Janis B

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

We loved Sawbill Campground. The sites are very large and filled with huge pine trees. We rented a canoe at the outfitters and paddled across the lake. The showers at the Outfitter are very cramped and primitive; it wouldn't take much to upgrade the stalls and hooks. Very cramped and no place to hang anything. Loved everything else!

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Location & Directions for Sawbill Lake Campground - Superior National Forest

Sawbill Lake Campground Superior National Forest, Tofte, MN 55615 United States

Elevation: 558 ft

Getting There

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 mi until it ends at the entran...

Nearest town

Tofte, MN - 23 mi

About 36 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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: October 25, 2026

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