Within Superior National Forest, Two Island Lake Campground operates under US Forest Service management from mid-May through early September. This established campground features 38 sites spread across three loops, with drive-in access and additional boat-in options for paddlers approaching from the water.
The campground's layout creates natural privacy between sites, with dense tree coverage separating neighbors throughout the loops. Several lakefront sites offer direct water access and personal beach areas, while interior sites provide standard amenities including picnic tables and fire rings. Scott M. noted the campground "had a great view of the stars" during his stay. Sites 32, 33, and 34 at the end of the third loop receive particular praise from campers for their spacious layouts and lake access trails.
The campground includes drinking water, vault toilets, and trash service, though pets are not permitted. Fishing opportunities draw anglers to the lake, and the facility includes a boat launch for watercraft access. Weekend occupancy runs high during summer months, with midweek arrivals offering better site selection. The location provides a base for exploring the broader Gunflint Trail area while maintaining proximity to Grand Marais for supply runs.
Campers seeking different atmospheres might consider Devil Track Lake Campground to the south for an alternative forest setting.
Description
Two Island Lake Campground is near Grand Marais, but off the beaten path. It offers the services of a fee campground with water, toilets, and trash containers, plus a boat ramp on a lake filled with walleye, smallmouth bass and northerns.For an even more secluded camping or canoeing experience, the nearby Twin Lakes Canoe Route offers backcountry canoeing and campsites similar to those in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. See the Camping and Twin Lakes Canoe Route information sheets for more details.The Eagle Mountain Hiking Trail is four miles to the west of Two Islands and provides a hike into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to the top of Minnesotas tallest peak, Eagle Mountain. A trail map with more information about travel in a wilderness area is available.Downloadable information and map.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTwo Island Lake Campground is located in Minnesota near Grand Marais
Directions
Two Island Lake Campground is about 15 mi northwest of Grand Marais.From MN 61 in Grand Marais, follow County Road 12 (Gunflint Trail) 3.7 mi north to Co. 8.Turn left and continue 6 mi to Co. 27.Turn right on 27 and continue 4 miles to the campground entrance.
Coordinates
47.88005 N
90.444446 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 48 min from Duluth, MN
- 5 hrs 4 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 5 hrs 8 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 6 hrs 15 min from Wausau, WI
