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Cascade River Rustic Campground

Cascade River Rustic Campground is located near Grand Marais, MN, featuring forested terrain with the Cascade River flowing nearby. Temperatures range from lows in the 40s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 70s during summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Cascade River State Park and enjoy the scenic views of Lake Superior.

Description

National Forest

The campsites at Cascade River Rustic Campground are pull-in and not specifically designed for RVs. Only one of the four sites is longer than 21 feet and may accommodate an RV.

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Location

Cascade River Rustic Campground is located in Minnesota

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Directions

From MN 61 at Lutsen: Turn left on Co 4 (Caribou Trail) and drive approx. 15 miles to FR 170. Turn right on FR 170 and drive 3.5 miles to FR 158. Turn right on FR 158 and drive 2 miles. Cascade River Rustic Campground is on the right. From Grand Marais: Drive Co 12 (Gunflint Trail) north to Co 8. Turn left on Co 8 and drive approx 4.5 miles to a fork with Co 57. Bear left at the fork onto Co 57 and drive approx. 5 miles to a T with FR 158. Turn right on FR 158 and Cascade River Rustic Campground is on the left almost immediately.

Coordinates

47.83244777 N
90.52979375 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Jun. 12, 2023

Review on Cascade rustic campground

It was such a lovely time to be up north! There is no cell service so it is time to put the phone down and enjoy the nature. Mosquitos were horrid right when we got here but we packed a couple thermocells that helped a ton! Nicest bathroom I have seen but not hand sanitizer so make sure to pack some. There is river access and only 4 sites total on this campground so coming early is your best bet. Will definitely be coming back here this summer. Make sure to pack out what you pack in and watch for the burn bans I. The area before fires.

Sitewe stayed on the 3rd campsite available :)
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Cascade River Rustic Campground by ava , June 12, 2023
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2017

Cascade River Falls

We stayed here and hiked the falls! The North Shore is always so beautiful with so many different nature textures to see!

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Cascade River Rustic Campground by Anne G., August 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Cascade River Rustic Campground by Anne G., August 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Cascade River Rustic Campground by Anne G., August 1, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Cascade River Rustic Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Cascade River Rustic Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Cascade River Rustic Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Cascade River Rustic Campground does not have wifi.