Buffalo Valley Camping, near Duluth, Minnesota, is a spacious campground that welcomes both tent campers and RV enthusiasts. With its woodsy surroundings and well-maintained sites, it’s a great place to unwind and enjoy nature.

The campground boasts clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, which visitors appreciate after a day of outdoor activities. Many campers have highlighted the friendly staff and the convenience of having a bar and grill on-site, perfect for grabbing a bite after a long day of exploring. One visitor raved about the “best chocolate fudge cake” they’ve ever had, so don’t skip dessert!

For those who love biking, Buffalo Valley Camping is connected to a mountain bike trail, making it easy to hit the trails right from your campsite. Plus, you’re just a short drive from downtown Duluth, where you can explore local shops and attractions. Campers have noted the beautiful fall colors in the area, making it a picturesque spot for a seasonal getaway. 

While some sites may feel a bit close together, the overall vibe is friendly and accommodating, making it a great choice for families and groups. Whether you’re looking for a weekend escape or a longer stay, Buffalo Valley Camping has plenty to offer.

Buffalo Valley Camping

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We spent a weekend here last October &amp; I was pretty happy with the accommodations.  I could have firewood delivered right to my site which was a nice convenience.  The showers were not free, so that was a little annoying.  However, the bathrooms &amp; showers were nice &amp; clean.  There is a restaurant there that I was hoping to check out, but didn’t.  It looks pretty nice.  Great trails to access &amp; the grounds are close enough to also get the whole North Shore experience.

Good Location

We wanted a weekend away in Duluth and this was a great spot to be close. The campground is really nice. The only reason it’s a 4 star and not a 5 star is because of the firewood. $8 per bundle for wet wood. We had to go to the gas station to get dry wood. I will stay here again. 

Nice campground

We love it here.  Sites are nice size, with trees.  Trees all around.  And a bonus — a bar/restaurant.  We would come here again for sure 

Woodsy and quiet

This park has a lot to offer.  Nice woodsy spots, plenty of restrooms and showers, and a bar/restaurant!!   Tents sports are also really nice.  Close to downtown Duluth (10 mins.)

Woodsy!!!

Staff was very helpful and accommodating. The sights were a little too close together, and there was no tree separation in our area. 

Good service

Big rv site, beautiful woodsy area, clean showers and bathrooms, friendly staff

Large spot for our rv beautiful area and very friendly and helpful staff, clean bathrooms and showers. Would definitely stay again

This campground is perfectly located. The grounds are beautiful and it is connected to a Mt. Bike trail.  There is a bar and grill on site with a variety of delicious meals and the best chocolate fudge cake I've ever had. We enjoyed spending a couple of days here during the fall. The fall colors were amazing. We will definitely be back and recommend to all.

Perfect campground!!

Very Friendly owners and great campsites, pet friendly!

Camping 

Large, rambling campground with clean port-a-johns all over the place. Our site backed up to a pond. Clean showers. Would have given a 5 if we didn’t have to pay for our showers. And that there were no coin changers at showers. So we had to go to restaurant to ask them to exchange dollars for quarters. Would have thought $50 a night would include a shower. Sort of far of walk to showers, but others were farther. Friendly staff. We were there June 17 and campground was full. We got a same day site because someone canceled and campground manager called us back.

Interesting, growing campground 

We loved this campground! We didn’t have a long enough hose for the water hookup, so Darrel (the manager) brought one out immediately and we could keep it all night. All the staff was so nice and welcoming. Campground was so clean and nice trails to walk around. The bar &amp; grill had great food and service. 10/10!

Clean, amazing staff, great bar & grill!

They offer year around camping, We have been here since August, on a travel contract. Great Location not far from Duluth, and right of the interstate for easy access. Quite and peaceful. Great neighbors. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Cost is obnoxious. But being the only thing open year around, they can charge whatever basically. 

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