Fond du Lac City

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Fond du Lac City Campground sits along the St. Louis River in Duluth's southwestern reaches, close to Jay Cooke State Park Campground and within reach of mountain bike trails that run directly across the road. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations, which shapes how it fills, especially on holiday weekends when riverfront sites go quickly. Drive-in and boat-in access give paddlers a practical advantage, as the campground has its own private boat landing on the river.

Sites vary considerably. Spots along the water provide electric and water hookups with direct river access for kayaks and canoes, while sites set back from the shoreline tend to be less exposed to foot traffic. Several reviewers note the campground can feel crowded and some sites run small, which matters for larger rigs despite the 75-foot RV maximum. Signage has caused some confusion for first-time visitors. On the amenity side, showers and bathrooms draw consistent praise for cleanliness, and the campground includes free WiFi, a dump station, and a self-serve firewood station at $5 per bundle.

Crosby W. calls the "bath and showers super clean," a detail multiple reviewers echo. A small playground, sandbox, horseshoes, and bag toss round out the recreational options on-site. Buffalo Valley Camping lies a few miles north for those who want a fallback option. Campers who arrive early on a weekday and claim a river-facing site will get the most out of what this municipal campground has to give.

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Map & DirectionsFond du Lac City is located in Minnesota near Wrenshall

Detail location of campground
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Directions

From jct I-35 (exit 246) & Hwy 13: Go 4-1/4 mi S on Hwy 13, then 4 mi W on Hwy 23. (Commonwealth Ave.)

Address

13330 West 3rd Street
Duluth, MN 55808

Coordinates

46.66000076 N
92.2810004 W

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    Last on 7/10/26

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviews9 Camper Reviews - Fond du Lac City

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Campers regularly cited clean facilities and family-friendly amenities as highlights, along with convenient river access. Several guests reported cramped sites and occasional road noise, though many found peaceful spots.

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Reviewed Aug. 15, 2022

Old campground

Pretty tight for big rigs. Bathrooms are so so..No camp store. We were here during busy mayfly hatch…but we were on a waterfront site.

Site2
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Fond du Lac City by Daryl  L., August 15, 2022
Reviewed Jun. 6, 2022

Decent Campground

We had a nice site on the corner, very close to the river to drop in our kayaks, clean bathrooms and showers.

$5 bundles of self serve fire wood

We actually never saw the host.

Site10
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Fond du Lac City by Laurie K., June 6, 2022
Reviewed Sep. 26, 2021

Nice place but small sites

Sites are small and crowded with some road noise but has everything you need. Close to hiking trails and not far from towns to get things you forgot.

Site29D
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Aug. 17, 2021

Great River Campground

Great place.Plenty to do.People that work there are freindly and helpful.Great mountain bike trails across the road,and hiking trails only right down the road about 6 blocks.Lots of Canoe and kayak rentals.Bath and showers super clean.Very kid and dog friendly.Also a huge plus the Campground has a private boat landing to the St.Louis River.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2021

Small quiet campground on the St Louis River

Quiet campground on the st Louis River just south of duluth and close to Jay Cooke state park. Most sites were pretty open but nice spots right on the river. Water and electric at those sites. We stayed 2 nights. Only complaint was the hosts or owners kids running around and being kind of rude. Signage I think was difficult for some people. We had family staying in the cabin and everyone thought they were the host.

Nice bathrooms and shower rooms according to other members in our group. Small playground and sandbox for kids. Horseshoes, ladder toss, and bag toss provided by campground.

Nice city park across the street with short walking trail through the woods and a larger playground.

Site1
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 6, 2019

Peaceful

We stayed here for two nights over the 4th of July. A little crowded on the river front but our site was tucked into a more secluded area not far from the river. The hosts were very nice and accommodating. This campground does not take reservations. It is on a first come basis. We had no problem finding a place to park here. No showers but water and electric were available, only vault toilets but they are kept up very well. No designated swimming area. There was however Horseshoe and bag pits, a small game room and at least one cabin for rental. Self serve pay station with firewood to purchase also. It was a very quiet place and there were many families with children who were playing on the small playground, shooting hoops, fishing, and riding bike. Many biking and hiking trails close by. It is very close to Jay Cook State Park. We enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed Aug. 21, 2018

Kitschy Roadside Fun!

-kind campground hosts with quiet but well-used atvs

-easy lake access with docks and shoreline

-free wifi

-this is a good day-of campsite if you’re looking for an adventure or a fun story to tell! It’s not solitude and it’s not perfect silence, but it’s a peaceful place to rest your head and cook something over a fire.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Fond du Lac City by Maria P., August 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Fond du Lac City by Maria P., August 21, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Fond du Lac City have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Fond du Lac City has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Fond du Lac City?

Fond du Lac City allows vehicles up to 75 feet.

Are fires allowed at Fond du Lac City?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Fond du Lac City, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Fond du Lac City have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Fond du Lac City does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Fond du Lac City?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.