Buffalo Valley Camping operates year-round with full hookups for RVs up to 60 feet, making it one of the few winter camping options in the Duluth area. The campground requires reservations and sits right off the interstate for easy access, though Joseph A. notes "being the only thing open year around, they can charge whatever basically."
This large, sprawling property features both wooded sites and open areas, with some sites backing up to a pond. The grounds connect to mountain bike trails and offer walking paths throughout the property. Multiple bathroom facilities are distributed across the campground, though the shower buildings require quarters for operation. Lyle B. describes it as a "large, rambling campground with clean port-a-johns all over the place."
An on-site restaurant and bar serves meals and provides a social hub for campers. The establishment also exchanges bills for shower quarters when the coin machines aren't working. Firewood delivery is available directly to sites, though some campers report quality issues with wet wood. Staff members consistently receive praise for their helpfulness, with the manager providing equipment loans like water hoses when needed.
The campground sits about 10 minutes from downtown Duluth, positioning campers for North Shore exploration while maintaining convenient highway access. Sites can fill up during peak season, particularly in June, so advance reservations are recommended. Some areas have sites positioned close together with limited tree separation between neighbors.
For those exploring the broader region, nearby options include Fond du Lac City and Spirit Mountain Campground. Buffalo Valley works well for extended stays, winter camping, and RV travelers needing full hookups with restaurant access.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBuffalo Valley Camping is located in Minnesota near Esko
Directions
From I-35 (exit 245): Go 1/4 mi E on Hwy 61, then 1/4 mi N on CR 3, then 1/2 mi E on Guss Rd.
Address
2586 Guss Rd
Duluth, MN 55810
Coordinates
46.70004991 N
92.29549897 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 9 min from Duluth, MN
- 1 hr 56 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 2 hrs 10 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 2 hrs 22 min from Eau Claire, WI
