Free and hike-in only, Clearwater Lake West Campsite sits along the Border Route Trail in Superior National Forest, reached after significant trail mileage heading eastbound from the BRT's start. The site is large enough for groups, with five tent spots and trees suited to hammock setups. It sits directly on Clearwater Lake, giving hikers access to filterable water from the lake itself. Toilets are on-site. Campers planning a multi-day BRT trip can find camping near Grand Marais for staging before hitting the trail. Bring water filtration gear, as the lake is the primary water source here.
Description
Location: South 0.33 mile from the junction on the ridge with the portage between Clearwater and Rove. The junction with the BRT is 2.1 miles east of the junction with the Daniels Lake trail. The camp elevation is 170 feet below the BRT junction.
Tent spaces: 5
Description: South 0.33 mile from the junction on the ridge with the portage between Clearwater and Rove. The junction with the BRT is 2.1 miles east of the junction with the Daniels Lake trail. The camp elevation is 170 feet below the BRT junction.
Water from the lake is drinkable when filtered. This campsite is along the Border Route Trail
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsClearwater Lake West Campsite is located in Minnesota near Grand Marais
Public CampgroundCoordinates
48.086125 N
90.342529 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 5 hrs 1 min from Duluth, MN
- 7 hrs 18 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 7 hrs 22 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 8 hrs 29 min from Wausau, WI
