Backcountry access within Grand Portage National Monument, no pets allowed, and no reviews on record yet make Fort Charlotte a campsite that rewards self-sufficient campers willing to plan ahead. The site sits near a river inside the monument, managed by the National Park Service. Those researching camping near Grand Portage National Monument will find this among the more remote options in the area. No facilities data is currently available, so contacting the NPS directly before visiting is advisable.
Description
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.
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Map & DirectionsFort Charlotte Backcountry Campsites is located in Minnesota near Grand Portage
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
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 46 min from Duluth, MN
- 5 hrs 2 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 6 hrs 13 min from Wausau, WI
- 7 hrs 35 min from Green Bay, WI
