Gunflint Trail Resort - Minnesota Family Vacations

26 miles up Minnesota's renowned Gunflint Trail
On the shores of beautiful East Bearskin Lake

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. Bearskin Lake offers excellent fishing, swimming, boating/canoeing, waterfalls, BWCA entry points, and world class scenery.

East Bearskin Lake Campground has 33 camp sites offering privacy and comfort. Tent camping and RV camping are permitted. All sites have picnic tables and fire rings. A campground host is on duty from mid-May to mid-October to answer questions. Basic groceries, firewood, bait/tackle, ice, and boat/canoe rentals are available close by at Bearskin Lodge.

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Campground Rates

All campsites at the East Bearskin Lake Campground are $16.00 per night. One vehicle is included and a additional vehicle is $8.00 There is a limit of 8 people and 2 vehicles per site. All sites are on a first come- first served basis. Advance reservations are not taken but you can call Bearskin Lodge to inquire about campsite vacancies. Cash or personal checks are accepted. A kiosk located near the Campground entrance has self registration instructions with payment envelopes. The following are available at Bearskin Lodge:

Firewood $4.00
Canoe $25.00/day
Boat/motor $62.00/day
Ice $2.50/bag
Fishing Guide (inquire at Bearskin)
Inquire for current prices on live bait

Amenities

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 Lodges' 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.

Location

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.

Bearskin Lodge
124 East Bearskin Rd
Grand Marais, MN 55604-3003
(218)388-2292 Toll Free (800)338-4170
FAX (218)388-4410

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