Top Cabins near Duluth, MN

Escape into nature and disconnect from your daily life with cabin camping near Duluth. It's easy to find cabins in Duluth with The Dyrt. From secluded to easy-to-reach, these Minnesota cabin rentals are perfect for any adventurer.

Best Cabin Sites Near Duluth, MN (21)

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    1. Jay Cooke

    64 Reviews
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    334 Saves

    The rugged land formations of Jay Cooke State Park enhance the beauty of the hardwood forests and make for great camping near Minneapolis. The water-eroded gorge, steep valleys, and massive rock formations are seen throughout the park. In some seasons, the water of the St. Louis River thunders over slabs of ancient, exposed rock. At other times, it slows to a gentle trickle. Visitors enjoy the scenic splendor of Jay Cooke State Park during all seasons. Drive-in Sites 79 Sites: Most are wooded sites. In winter, 12 sites are kept available for winter camping. Of these, five are electric sites. Pull-Through Sites: One Site Electric Sites: 21 Sites Majority of sites are 20 and 30 amps, some 50 amp. RV Length Limit: Variable by site up to 60 Feet Length is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed. Wheelchair Accessible Sites: 3 Sites Located near drinking water. Two sites are electric, one is non-electric. Backpack Sites: 4 Sites Sites are located from 1 to 4 miles from parking area. Each site has picnic table, fire ring and latrine. Campers must haul water or treat water on site. Trail access to these sites has been restored after a 2012 flood, but a few nearby trails remain closed. Please register at the park office for details on how to get to these sites. Walk-in Sites: 4 Sites Sites are located 50 to 150 feet from parking area. Group Camp: 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 25 people Remote, wooded camp with walk-in sites approximately 150' from parking area (limited parking). Carts are provided to carry in camping gear. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only. Lodging Camper Cabins: 5 Cabins All cabins have a screened porch. Electricity and heat are available year-round. Agate and Basalt cabins are ADA accessible and sleep 5. Slate, Gabbro, and Shale Cabins sleep 6 people. Pets not allowed in cabins. More information on camper cabins.

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    2. Spirit Mountain Campground

    24 Reviews
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    150 Saves

    Nestled in a forest on the western high point of Duluth, Minnesota, Spirit Mountain Campground offers walk-in tenting as well as 73 campsites equipped with fire pits, picnic tables, and electricity. Easy access to our award-winning Mountain Bike Trails, our Adventure Park and Superior Hiking Trail. Thirty-nine sites have water hook-ups, and two shower buildings offer 24-hour convenience. Spirit Mountain overlooks majestic Lake Superior and the St. Louis Bay. Natural beauty abounds in the area– you can quickly and easily access water, hiking and biking trails and much more. The trailhead for the Superior Hiking Trail is within walking distance of the Campground. And near the Campground, there is an overlook area of Lake Superior, the bay, the St. Louis River, and the Aerial Lift Bridge.

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    3. Fond du Lac City

    9 Reviews
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    56 Saves
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    4. Cloquet-Duluth KOA

    9 Reviews
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    15 Saves
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    5. Mont du Lac Resort

    1 Review
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    Create lasting memories with friends and family at Mont du Lac RV Resort, where you will experience all that the glacier-carved mountains of Wisconsin have to offer. Enjoy a full range of outdoor activities and experiences framed by breathtaking views and hosted by our friendly staff.

    Located in Superior, Wisconsin, Mont du Lac is a year-round family destination. Winter activities include skiing, snowboarding, and tubing. During the summer, you and your family can enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and mountain biking. All of this takes place among the “picture perfect” vistas of the St. Louis River, the woods of Jay Cooke State Park, and the panoramas of the valley below. Whether playing at a nearby golf course or on one of our two on-site disc golf courses, you will always feel at home at Mont du Lac.

    We’ll take care of you while you make memories that will last a lifetime.

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    6. Anchor Inn Campground

    2 Reviews
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    41 Saves
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    $14 - $20 / night

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    7. Penmarallter Campsite

    3 Reviews
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    8. Top O’ the Morn Resort & Campground

    6 Reviews
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    63 Saves

    Nestled on nearly 1,000 feet of pristine lake frontage, Top O' the Morn Resort is a classic, full service resort with unlimited opportunities for the whole family. We have a total of 61 campsites, ranging from semi-private tent sites with power to huge pull thru, full hook-up RV sites that accommodate the biggest of the big rigs. All RV sites are equipped with at least 30A power and water, and we have a variety of sites with full hook-ups (water, sewer, and both 30A and 50A connections). There are open sites, shaded sites, primitive sites, pull thru sites, and lakefront sites available …. whatever you desire! With nearly 40 acres of diverse property on the shores of beautiful Iron Lake, we have "just the perfect setting" for any preference. our Northwoods resort is located just south of Iron River, Wisconsin, which is in the heart of the Chequamegon National Forest and Bayfield County Forest lands. We are just a short drive from the Bois Brule River, Lake Superior's Chequamegon Bay, Bayfield and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Cable and the CAMBA trail system, the North Country Trail, the Twin Ports of Duluth/Superior, and so much more!

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    $27 - $40 / night

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    9. Lucius Woods County Park

    4 Reviews
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    Located on Upper St. Croix Lake in the village of Solon Springs, this park offers visitors 29 total sites: 23 with electrical and water hook-ups and, 6 non-electric campsites, containing fire rings, picnic tables, and benches. Lucius Woods amenities include showers, flush toilets, a sanitary dump station, opportunities for picnicking, swimming, hiking, the Music in the Park concert series, and excellent fishing opportunities. The park has many hiking trails, a bateau shelter, children's playground, a beautiful swimming beach, a large log pavilion with a fieldstone fireplace, many picnic areas with grills, and an open-air performing arts amphitheater. The amphitheater is home to Music in the Park, an annual outdoor concert series on the shore of Lake St. Croix. The Giesen Concert Shell is the backdrop for the performances on Saturday evenings throughout the summer.

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    10. Big Lake Shores & The Lounge

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Recent Cabin Reviews In Duluth

143 Reviews of 21 Duluth Campgrounds


  • Bjoern C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spirit Mountain Campground
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Spirit Mountain Campground

    Good site to explore duluth

    The camp site was big enough for our car and our 6 person tent. The office had weird opening ours. I would recommend getting ice and wood at the nearby gas station. Overall a quiet campground. Was a pleasant experience

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    Aug. 10, 2024

    Jay Cooke

    Hike in site: Highland

    The campsite was perfectly good: nice and spacious over looking the river. It is well off the main hiking trail and quite private. The view of the river is heavily obstructed and there really is no easy and safe way down the cliff to the river. Still it is nice to hear the river. You need to bring on drinking water, otherwise you need to go about 1/8 of a mile to a small creek to get filterable water.

    The hike in is easy, but once you are off the main trail (the first mile) the trail is grass—be prepared for lots of ticks.

  • Lindsay T.
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    Aug. 5, 2024

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Savanna Portage Long Weekend

    Lovely sites with plenty of trees so most sites are quite private. Mosquitoes are brutal here, especially on the hiking club trail and to a somewhat lesser degree in the campground. We were thankful to have a screen tent for this visit. No Verizon cell service at the campground. Surprisingly good cell service at the Loon Lake area of the park, which also has a beautiful short hike!

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    Jun. 25, 2024

    Jay Cooke

    Peaceful corner

    As a tent camper, i prefer quiet and private sights. The circle this site was part of, was just that. The walk to the updated bathrooms (with showers) is pretty pretty. It was buggy (mosquitoes) but fire and bug spray kept it manageable. The pit toilet next to site 18 had an occasional waft of smell but nothing too lingering or bad.

  • Emelia O.
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    Jun. 15, 2024

    Jay Cooke

    Beautiful Hiking

    The site was nice a secluded but still close to water and bathrooms. The downside to this specific site is that it is close to the group camp so it was pretty noisy.

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    Aug. 21, 2023

    Anchor Inn Campground

    Great price for a quiet campsite near the Apostle Islands

    Had a lovely stay here on August 18th. You can't beat the price ($14/night for electric up to 50 amps). The woman I booked the reservation through was really nice and laid back. The campground is quiet, chill and safe. The woman's restroom was clean, despite some mildew on the shower ceiling (no big deal). Dog-friendly and free WiFi. Great option if you're looking for something near the Apostle Islands that's inexpensive and includes electricity. I stayed in spot 2, which is near the bathrooms and has a picnic table and fire pit.

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    Jun. 6, 2023

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Beautiful park, okay campground

    Savanna portage is gorgeous with serene lakes and some nice hiking! We loved the continental divide trail. The campground is a little cramped and rustic. My main complaint was the water was full of iron- it was a little brown and didn’t taste very good. Overall, a perfectly great experience though- beautiful nature, not many people, what more could you want? Mosquitos are terrible- come prepared!!!

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    May. 2, 2023

    Jay Cooke

    Nice state park camping

    We stopped here on our way to north Minnesota. Originally we planned 2 days but really needed to rest so extended it to 4 days. It was a little hairy getting to, the 2 lane winding road with the raging river on one side did slow us down a bit.  The Rangers were friendly and accommodating. The park had taken quite a beating with the winter storm that had been there the previous week, a lot of sites were closed due to trees down and snow.  While we were there they were actively cleaning up, but left in the afternoon so we had no disturbances from saws or equipment noise. The water was not turned on yet for the season, so the bathroom/showers and dump station were not available.  There was a potable water source at the front of our loop to fill our fresh tank and our water storage cubes.  The sites were shaded well, and easy to back into.  We had to work a bit to get our camper level but that may have been due to the snow and water that was on the site so we figured it was par for the course.  We walked to the Welcome Center and the swinging bridge, there were multiple hiking trails accessible by the camping area.  It was relatively busy on the weekend but cleared out during the week.  We had lots of wildlife visitors.  The park is pet friendly.  We found affordable propane and a dump site closer to Duluth.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mont du Lac Resort
    Mar. 9, 2023

    Mont du Lac Resort

    Winter camping was cozy in the cabin

    This was my first time at this location and we decided to do a cabin (package) so that we could stay and ski (well, they skied I snowshoed). The cabin was nicely located close to the slope but not in the way of the action.

    Cabin 1 was an RV Cabin (as they call it) which is sort of RV shaped but not on wheels.  Wooden cabin, 2 bedrooms and a loft with plenty of space for sleeping. It was carpeted with outlets and windows and lights .  We had three teenage boys up there and could easily have slept 2 to 3 more.  A mini kitchen with fridge, stove, pots, pans, dishes, soap and microwave as well as full bathroom with shower.  All linens provided. Ah yes - and it's heated/cooled too! Not with a wood stove, but an actual thermostat adjustable heater. Bedrooms have mini plug in ceramic type heaters for extra warmth.

    If you stay in a cabin or campsite (they are open in summer) you get a discount on lift tickets. During the summer, there is a lazy river, mini water slide type of platform and a summer tubing area that runs through the trees!

    While I can not speak for the actual campsites since they were snow covered, I can say that they do have them.

    Additionally, all sites have a fire ring, picnic table and the cabins have BBQ grills. Firewood available for purchase.

  • Brad P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Feb. 17, 2023

    Jay Cooke

    A True Minnesota Jewel

    The park is a little off the beaten path so quiet on the whole. Jay Cooke has many miles of walking trails and the swinging bridge (St. Louis River) is a must see and a must cross. Campsites are fairly secluded and heavily wooded. Spend a few days at Jay Cooke, there is much to see.

  • Lesley R.
    Camper-submitted photo from North View Campground
    Dec. 30, 2022

    North View Campground

    Serene Serenity

    Pet friendly and the perfect get away. Relaxing, quiet and surrounded by nature. We’re lucky enough to plan ahead and book for the fall colors. Highly recommended for those who respect nature, it’s beauty and the silence they encompass.

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Park Lake Resort and Campgrounds
    Dec. 22, 2022

    Park Lake Resort and Campgrounds

    Mostly full timers

    Interesting set up as this is great for families. Lots of full timers and season guests coming here annually. Great location and the fishing is great and you have direct access to it! Couple full time cabins but the main attraction here is the bar. Lots of locals come in and enjoy this. Food was good!

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Dec. 22, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Doesn’t matter the time of the year

    Never fails this campground is perfect. Lots to do and honestly I have grown to really enjoy coming here in the winter. Yes water is shutoff and you don’t get to us le the awesome shower house but there are hardly any people here! Always enjoy this campground and the area surrounding. Lots of good hikes!

  • Lesley R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Oct. 29, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Waterfalls Et Al

    Excellent hiking and camping experiences here. Stayed for a weekend and returned after for many, many day hikes. Plenty of wildlife to see, a newly rebuilt “swing bridge” over the rusty rushing of the Saint Louis River. And the locals are pleasant, heck, it’s Minnesota! Buggy in summer due to all the water, bring excellent hiking shoes for the rocks yer gonna wanna climb around on. Excellent autumn photography options for all occasions. Camping is is a more secluded area where most day-hikers don’t come across ya.

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Savanna Portage State Park
    Oct. 25, 2022

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Little Crowded But still peaceful

    I have stayed here in the past, but that was a couple years ago. I stayed this time to go hiking and kayaking in the area. There are several trails near the area and some connected to the campsite. I tried to hike around the lake but ran into several impassable spots bc of a recent rain. I really do like the variety of this camp ground as you can get both electric, non-electric, group sites, and smaller sites all right close. I have hiked several of the trails and always see lots of wildlife. It is a great place to go and get lost in the woods...on some trails of course. I would highly recommend.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Oct. 2, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Campground for everyone

    This campground has it all: sites for families to reserve by one another, campsites with more privacy, RV specific loops. With newly updated facilities, it can feel like glamping. Good proximity to bridge and nearby hikes. I highly recommend finding the cedar forest near the CCC Trail on the north side of campground.

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    Aug. 15, 2022

    Fond du Lac City

    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.

  • Joe R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Jul. 25, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Jay Cooke destination

    Jay Cooke is really a must experience state park within easy driving distance to other parks in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
    Positives:

    • Amazing hiking and water play
    • photogenic
    • Some open site options for camping with other families or friends and many private sites
    • Very clean and large shower/restroom facilities
    • 15 min to small town grocery store
    • Standard fire rings that you can grill on too
    • lots of bird watching

    Negative:

    • MOSQUITOS!!!! Bring bulk bug spray or extra blood.
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    Camper-submitted photo from Savanna Portage State Park
    Jul. 22, 2022

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Map not accurate

    We were frustrated as a family with 2 young kids to find that the “playground” on the map is just a green (actually weed) space with no playground, no volleyball net, literally nothing. The trail around shumway lake is apparently closed which I take to mean unkept so we stayed off of it. Not much to do with kids unless you drive over to loon lake. They have a small beach and small playground. The trail around loon lake is nice and ok for kids 6+. Frustrated that the map is inaccurate as we always choose sites near a playground for the kids and this one is nonexistent even though it’s listed on the map.

    The other thing that was extremely annoying is that the flies and mosquitoes are completely out of control. We literally couldn’t sit outside. It was the RV or the gazebo. And this was all day, not just at night.

    The grounds are beautiful but would not come back.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Jul. 12, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    So beautiful and incredibly BUSY!

    Jay Cooke has always been one of our favorite places to camp. It has gotten so busy it’s not even that enjoyable anymore. It’s always well maintained and clean!! We booked a walk in site ( 83 ) which was beautiful! The down side was it’s very close to the camper cabins and many families with children running around unattended. They ran into out campsite yelling and screaming with flashlights and banging bat’s against the trees  while the parents did nothing even after my husband asked them nicely.  We had planned to have a quiet getaway from the city and zone out peacefully.  I have not been back since. Busses and busses of kids pulling up the the park and a 25 minute wait to cross the swing bridge.  But it is absolutely gorgeous there despite the hoards of people.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Anchor Inn
    Jun. 29, 2022

    Anchor Inn

    Small campground, close to road but very little road noise. Inexpensive

    WiFi wasn't perfect, but worked well most of the time.  I wasn't expecting Verizon coverage, but I got 1-3 bars, and was able to use my hotspot most of the time.  The campground was kept up. the grass was mowed.  It is less than a mile to Lake Michigan.  We would stay there again if we were in the area.

  • Laurie K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fond du Lac City
    Jun. 6, 2022

    Fond du Lac City

    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.

  • Jeffrey S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spirit Mountain Campground
    Apr. 12, 2022

    Spirit Mountain Campground

    Fun adventure camp, site was backward

    We had so much fun staying here overall.  The downhill mountain biking is awesome (the kids still want to go back) and the Adventure Park was a lot of fun too - and a short walk from camp.  First, the weird thing; our site was setup backwards so we ended up pulling in so we we had space outside our camper, but water/electric was in front of us.  If we backed in the site was so narrow we were walking right into the woods.  We made it work though and not the end of the world.  In addition to the activities onsite, this is a great spot to be able to explore Duluth and the Canal Park area.

  • Tyler M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fond du Lac City
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Fond du Lac City

    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.

  • Mandee L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Sep. 20, 2021

    Jay Cooke

    Great start to the waterfall tour of NE MN

    The campground at Jay Cooke State Park is really nice. The sites are well maintained and private (for the most part. More on that later), and the shower and bathroom facilities are really top notch. Plus, lots of great hikes nearby and only 25min from Duluth.

    Sites: Most sites are very private. There are lots of trees and foliage in between, so you really can't see your neighbor - at least this was true of the loop I was in (site 18). We didn't walk around all the loops, but the one we noticed had less privacy is the loop with sites 24-37. The center sites (27, 29, 34, 36) are all pretty open and didn't seem like there was much definition between spots. So, good as a group, but maybe less desirable if you're looking for some privacy.

    My site, 18, was nice. They're all a little tight, so multiple large tents isn't advisable. The only downside to 18 is it is right next to a pit toilet. They're well maintained, but if the wind blows a certain way, you may have a faint scent. I'd probably opt for site 19 or 21 next time.

    Pros:

    > Really nice facilities. The separate shower rooms are fantastic. Water is hot!

    > Easy access to lots of great hikes

    > Sites are well maintained. There are tent pads at every site that I saw. They're flat and level. 

    Cons:

    > There are active trains in the nearby town. I was having trouble sleeping one night and heard the horns well into the night (1 and 3am). They're not super loud so I'm not sure if they would have woken me if I was already asleep, but if you're a light sleeper I'd bring earplugs just in case.

    All in all, I really enjoyed Jay Cooke and would be happy to stay here again!

  • Matt C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Sep. 13, 2021

    Jay Cooke

    A unique park with lots to do

    We found a great walk-in site that was off the beaten path, with plenty of space to spread out. The swinging bridge is a great attraction, although very crowded. The hiking thins out as you venture further away from the bridge. Overall a great park with many updated amenities

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Sep. 12, 2021

    Jay Cooke

    Nice Gem

    North east Minnesota has some very beautiful country. Highly recommend this spot. 



Guide to Duluth

Camping near Duluth, Minnesota, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Jay Cooke State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The site was nice and secluded but still close to water and bathrooms," highlighting the park's accessibility to nature.
  • Waterfalls: Visit Amnicon Falls State Park Campground for stunning views. A reviewer said, "Big sites. Trails around the Amnicon River and at least three waterfalls," making it a great spot for waterfall lovers.
  • Mountain Biking: Check out Spirit Mountain Campground for downhill mountain biking. One visitor noted, "The downhill mountain biking is awesome," perfect for thrill-seekers.

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground appreciate the roomy sites. A reviewer stated, "All of the sites are large and spacious with interesting rock features."
  • Clean Facilities: Many enjoy the well-maintained amenities at Banning State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The vault toilets were in great shape," which is always a plus.
  • Pet-Friendly Options: Campgrounds like Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground allow pets, making it easier for families to bring their furry friends along. A visitor shared, "It was so nice to not worry about bears!"

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in the summer. A camper at Jay Cooke State Park Campground noted, "It was buggy (mosquitoes) but fire and bug spray kept it manageable."
  • Limited Water Access: Some campgrounds, like Burlington Bay Campground, may have limited water facilities. A reviewer mentioned, "Bathrooms in the Burlington sites are not as nice as the newer campgrounds."
  • Noise Levels: Campers at Burlington Bay Campground reported noise from the nearby highway, with one stating, "Very noisy from highway traffic."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots like Baptism River Campground that offer a variety of activities. A camper said, "Lots of trails to hike and waterfalls!"
  • Pack Bug Spray: Given the mosquito presence, especially in summer, one camper at Jay Cooke State Park Campground advised, "You need to bring on drinking water, otherwise you need to go about 1/8 of a mile to a small creek to get filterable water."
  • Plan for Activities: Campgrounds like Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground have great hiking trails, making it easy to keep the kids entertained. A visitor mentioned, "We found this amazing picnic and hiking trail super close to the campgrounds."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: RVers at Banning State Park Campground noted that some sites can be tricky to back into. One camper said, "Some sites (12e) are hard to back a trailer into because the main road is VERY NARROW."
  • Bring Drinking Water: Many campgrounds, like Burlington Bay Campground, recommend bringing your own water. A reviewer stated, "The water is VERY RUSTY!"
  • Explore Nearby Attractions: Campgrounds like Spirit Mountain Campground are close to Duluth, making it easy to explore the city. One camper shared, "This is a great spot to be able to explore Duluth and the Canal Park area."

Camping in Duluth, MN, offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature to family-friendly activities. Just be prepared for the bugs and noise, and you'll have a great time!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Duluth, MN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Duluth, MN is Jay Cooke with a 4.7-star rating from 64 reviews.

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