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26 miles up
Minnesota's renowned Gunflint Trail
On the shores of beautiful East Bearskin Lake |
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East
Bearskin Lake Campground
Bearskin Lodge operates the East Bearskin Lake Campground on behalf of
the US Forest Service. Bearskin Lodge is responsible for all its
operations from May 1st through November 1st. The Campground is located
on the shores of East Bearskin Lake, with many camping sites right on
the water. East Bearskin Lake offers excellent fishing, swimming,
boating/canoeing, waterfalls, BWCA entry points, and world class
scenery.
East Bearskin Lake Campground has 32 camp sites offering privacy and
comfort. Tent camping and RV camping are permitted. All sites have
picnic tables and fire rings.The staff at nearby Bearskin Lodge will be
happy to answer questions for you. Basic groceries, firewood,
bait/tackle, ice, gifts, postcards, and boat/canoe rentals are
available close by at Bearskin Lodge. |
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| Campground Rates |
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All campsites
at the East Bearskin Lake Campground are $18.00 per night. One vehicle
is included and an additional vehicle is $8.00 There is a limit of 8
people and 2 vehicles per site.
For summer 2008, some sites in the East Bearskin Lake Campground have
been added to the ReserveAmerica
reservation website. Many sites are still on a first
come, first served basis.
Cash or personal checks are accepted. A kiosk located near the
Campground entrance has self registration instructions with payment
envelopes. The following items are available at Bearskin Lodge: |
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Firewood
$5.00
Canoe $26.00/day
Boat/motor $65.00/day
Kayak $20.00 - $42.00
Ice $2.50/bag
Fishing Guide (inquire at Bearskin)
Inquire for current prices on live bait
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| Amenities |
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Even though you are
"roughing it up North", East Bearskin Lake Campground does offer a few
comforts. A large deep water boat launch ramp, numerous complementary
garbage containers, solar powered and hand powered drinking water, new
ADA approved toilets and well maintained sites are all available for
guests.
Running through the Campground is Bearskin Lodge's hiking trail system.
This is a extensive network of well marked trails that meander through
the area and provide incredible viewing of wildlife and scenery. Stop
by Bearskin Lodge for a map of the trails. Many other trails are
maintained in the immediate area. Hiking, biking, fishing, berry
picking, birding, photography, and swimming are just a few of the
things to do. |
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| Location |
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| The East Bearskin Lake
Campground is approximately 27 miles from the Lake Superior town of
Grand Marais. From Grand Marais take the Gunflint Trail (Cty. Rd. 12)
about 26 miles to the East Bearskin Lake Road. Turn right and continue
about 1 mile until you come to the Campground. |
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