Established Camping
Fort Charlotte Backcountry Campsites — Grand Portage National Monument
Fort Charlotte Backcountry Campsites are located near Grand Portage National Monument in Minnesota. The terrain consists of dense forests and rugged landscapes. Campers can explore the nearby Grand Portage National Monument and enjoy temperatures ranging from 60°F in summer to 10°F in winter.
Description
National Park Service
Grand Portage National Monument
Two backcountry campsites, accessible to hikers and canoeists, are located at the Pigeon River (Canada/U.S. border) end of Grand Portage National Monument. Each campsite is limited to nine people. Camping permits are required and issued by the park. A permit system allows campers to reserve a campsite in advance. Allow a minimum of two weeks in advance for permit processing.
Location
Fort Charlotte Backcountry Campsites — Grand Portage National Monument is located in Minnesota
Directions
Fort Charlotte is reached by canoeing down the Pigeon River from South Fowl Lake or hiking up the Grand Portage footpath from the historic depot/heritage center area on Grand Portage Bay of Lake Superior. An alternative entry to the Grand Portage footpath can be accessed by driving up County Road 17 to the trailhead where Old Highway 61 intersects the portage.
Address
Grand Portage National Monument
170 Mile Creek Road
Grand portage, MN 55605
Coordinates
48.003688 N
89.82834 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 46 min from Duluth
- 5 hrs 2 min from Eau Claire
- 6 hrs 13 min from Wausau
- 7 hrs 35 min from Green Bay