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Best RV Parks & Resorts near Duluth, MN

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Several RV parks near Duluth provide options for motorhome travelers. Red Pine Campground (formerly Ogston RV Park) offers full hookup sites with 20/30/50 amp electric service, operating from May through October. The campground features gravel sites with some leveling required for larger rigs. "Most sites were level except for the occasional pot hole and mud puddle," noted one camper about nearby Spirit Lake RV and Marina, which provides water and electric hookups with sites positioned close to the water. DECC/Amsoil Arena RV Parking accommodates big rigs in downtown Duluth with electric-only sites available for $65 per night. Lakehead Boat Basin offers concrete pads with full hookups in a marina setting, providing easy walking access to Canal Park and downtown attractions.

Seasonal availability varies significantly among Duluth-area RV parks. Most campgrounds operate from May through October, with limited winter options. Dump stations can be challenging at some locations—Spirit Lake's station requires backing in, while others may have lines during peak checkout times. Cell service is generally strong throughout the area, with multiple reviewers reporting good Verizon and AT&T coverage. Pet policies differ between parks; most allow pets but may have restrictions. Proximity to railroad tracks affects several campgrounds, creating periodic noise disturbances. For travelers seeking full hookups, reservations are essential during summer months when tourism peaks along Lake Superior's shoreline.

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  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 31, 2023

    Wanoka Lake Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Standard USFS campground

    Typical USFS campground in the Chequamegon NF. First come first served, self pay, no host, very green and lush and private sites.

    $15/night. Some sites are pull through. A few are level, but most would be difficult for us to get level enough to be comfortable. Not sure of the length limit here but we had no problems in our 26ft class c. Roads are narrow and the low hanging branches scraped along the top and sides of our rig, but no damage. 

    There is a trash dumpster here, and even a recycling bin, a nice surprise. There is potable water at the campground (per note at spigot water is safe to drink but will leave rust residue). Vault toilets here as well. 

    The lake is nice and peaceful and small, and bugs/mosquitos weren’t too bad. There’s a little dock at the lake but you can’t drive your boat down, you have to carry it on foot. 

    Surprisingly decent Verizon and ATT service. Hardly anybody here. Beautiful and quiet and serene.

  • Tina N.
    Aug. 5, 2020

    Turbera Vista - CLOSED

    Great location for exploring Sax-Zim Bog! Private, beautiful & easy access

    What a treasure! I was the first person to stay at this campsite and loved it! I am a full-time solo camper in my 5th year. I love off-grid camping. My rig is a GMC Yukon and 17' Casita camper. 

    Directions:

    Address for house just beyond campsite is 8214 E. Stone Lake Rd. Forbes, MN 

    Coordinates are: N47.286675, W092.549313 

    Turn on E. Stone Lake Rd. from Highway 7 and where the blacktop turns to gravel drive 2.5 miles then bear right at the fork to remain on E. Stone Lake Rd. Just beyond the fork watch for the red 8217 address marker. The drive into the campsite is directly across the road and before you get to 8214. Park and walk in to get a feel for the site. 

    A big rig could back in as far as they want. Smaller rigs will probably pull in and then back into the site on the side with the lovely clearing. The area has some residential housing but the campsite is isolated and very quiet. There is a fern-filled clearing for the campsite which is surrounded by trees. My suitcase solar panels worked reasonably well. I used my generator sparingly. 

    I had deer, squirrel, chipmunks and birds including Pileated Woodpeckers, Barred Owls and Common Loons on the lake. I had less than expected mosquitoes. 

    The campsite is very close to the north section of Sax-Zim Bog and about 20 minutes from the Visitor's Center. Further down E. Stone Lake Rd. is the Blue Dasher Bog trail. The lake, left fork of the road, has a lovely picnic area with vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables and boat ramp. 

    This was just the kind of hidden gem I love to find.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 2, 2023

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    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.

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2020

    Burlington Bay Campground

    Big Rig Paradise

    This campground is adjacent to the Burlington Bay Campground. It has 3 rows of 11 sites meant for full hookup and big rigs. They are terraced so sites 24-34 are on the top while 1-12 are closest to the water and on the bottom of the hill.

    This is specifically meant for big rigs. No shade and no privacy unless you are inside. What they do offer is great facilities and an amazing view! There is also a community feel here where everyone most likely talks to each other and knows each other by the end of their stay. At the bottom of the hill is the waterfront. You can do a lot from here.

    You can rent for $45.00 per night or $276.00 per week. Sites are packed graves so they are level and easy in and out with your rig. Wouldn’t want to tent camp here. They have a nice shower house and dump stations as would be needed for big rigs. It is newer than the additional campground and still close to Lake Superior.

  • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 25, 2017

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    An Unexpected Treat

    Located just a short drive from Duluth, MN, this state park has something to offer anyone: hiking, camping, cycling, and gnarly whitewater kayaking. The campground is nestled tightly into the woods, a little crowded, but the sites feel spacious and nearly private.  The campsites offer the usual amenities, picnic table, campfire ring, but they really excel in their full-scale recycling program and self-service bike tune up stations.  

    The bathrooms and showers were very clean -- I even found a park ranger cleaning and working on the toilet at 10 pm!  After a week-long paddle in Voyageurs National Park, we pulled into this campground late in the evening simply in search of a hot shower and place to stay for the night...and found a whole lot more when we awoke in the morning!

    The visitors center, just a short walk away, offers interpretive programs, miles of hiking trails, and a swinging bridge over the beautiful St. Louis River gorge. 

    Reservations are required year round, and the website is easy to use https://reservations1.usedirect.com/MinnesotaWebHome/. Campground was amazingly busy in early May, so I would recommend reservations for the high season.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2023

    Whiteface Reservoir

    Private Sites

    Whiteface Reservoir Campground, MN: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer) We are only here for 1 night. So, we this is not as thorough campground examination as I’d do if we were here longer. However, the campground is near excellent, with water access near by and at some sites.
    Overall Rating: 4.7 Price 2023: $13 and &14 per site with the Lifetime Senior Pass. From the entry kiosk information, it appears that some sites have electricity available at an extra charge.
    Usage during visit: 75% full during midweek. Site Privacy: Many sites have a picnic table in a nice, private nook. Site Spacing: SUPERB Site surface: Gravel and pretty level. Reservations: Yes. On Rec.gov, any sites which are available for the 4 days out are listed as first come first serve. We had a few to choose from upon arrival. Looks like first come first serve sites with reservation dates falling within the 4 day first come first serve window have a reservation card hanging. Therefore, we knew how many days the first come first serve sites were available, as we drove by the sites and read their card. Campground Noise: Quiet Road Noise: Absolutely none.
    Through Traffic in campground: No problem Electric Hookup: Some sites Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes, there is a spigot in each loop. Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Pit toilets, clean to perfection Showers: No Pull Throughs: I only saw back in sites. Cell Service (AT&T): Spotty internet , 1 bar.
    Setting: In a wooded deciduous forest.
    Weather: Very nice.
    Bugs: Hungry mosquitoes. Solar: Minimal to none.
    Host: EXCELLENT. This host provides exceptionally clean sites and bathrooms, expresses kindness and helpfulness, and drove by our site after we arrived at sunset, to make sure we were fine. Super guy. Rig size: Large rigs are fine. Carefully check rec.gov info for each site. But, no worries.
    Sites: Lots of great sites. Ours, 17, does not have direct access to the water. Some sites do, which would be handy for canoes. (Sorry, I’m not here long enough to investigate more thoroughly.)

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 14, 2019

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    Winter cabin camping

    I love Jay Cooke year round! The tent camping is great, the park is amazing for hiking and geology study, and there are camper cabins that I have often stayed at as well. This was my first time staying in winter, the camper cabins are cozy and fully heated and really nice. People use them when coming here in winter for the terrific cross country skiing or snowshoeing. The cabins are very simple and have beds, table, heat, and electricity, but no water inside (water punps are nearby, so bring a bucket ir canteen) and no bathroom (but you can use the outhouse nearby, and the campground will have a new bath house by early summer, it is inder construction and almost finished!) . You can use the facilities at the visitor center during the day but they arent open in the evening and are a bit of a trek from the campground. But, it you want to camp in warmth and relative comfort, and want to explire this amazing state park, the camper cabins are a great way to go year round! You can reserve campsites too if you have an RV or dont mind winter camping

  • W
    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.

  • Cynthia K.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Burlington Bay Campground

    Good base camp for the area

    Large campground run by the city of Two Harbors.

     It has 4 areas of RV camping & 12 primitive tent sites.

     The tent sites by the David Dill area were shady with trees Willow is near the dump station.

     Burlington sites 1-66 have water & electric. There's a row that has lakeside camping. The sites are mostly sunny with some shade. All are close together. There is a lake view. Apparently there's a path with lake access, but not sure which site this was by. 

    The playground is here. Dumpster, dump station & restrooms with showers.

     Agate sites are 67-91. is a loop with full hookup. 73-75, 77, 79,81-84, have beautiful views of the lake, but difficult lake access. Most of this loop is full sun& very close together sites. 

    We were at site 70 & at first I was bummed out not having a lake view. This is my own fault for dithering about what campground I wanted. I was lucky- this was the last site for my dates. I have later found out that someone must have cancelled for this site & I was lucky enough to get it. Reservations fill up quick a year in advance. 

    This site is narrow, but shady. There's foliage to the left separating it from Site 72 (which has a partial lake view) & the back separating it from the Burlington sites. There was a white tail doe walking thru it the first day we were there.

     Sites 67/68 & 70 are close. Our fire pit was only a few feet from site 68's. There's more shade here though.

    Site 69 is somewhat secluded & has shade & easy access to the bathroom. 

    The site across from us was a long site parallel to the road. It was empty the 2 nights we were here.

    Sites 92 to 102 are a little down the road in rows on both sides of the road. Again close together. Full hookup. Just a few feet away from Hwy 61.

     David Dill sites are 1B to 34B These are full hookup sites terraced on a hill. Big rig friendly. There's a bathhouse by the visitor center for David Dill & the tenters.

    Very close together & sunny. They have a pretty good view of the beach & lake. 

    24B to 34B have the best being lowest on the hill. There's a road- then a rocky beach.

     All parts of this campground were full on a Friday/Saturday night. The office has a small gift shop. Open 8am to 8pm during the season. Check in's at noon- which is great! Check out at 11am.

    We did see police patrol occasionally. Hwy 61 is only a few feet away & is VERY loud. There's no Jake brake ordinance for Two Harbors & the truckers are always doing it. 

    This is a busy town!

Guide to Duluth

RV camping near Duluth, Minnesota offers access to Lake Superior's western shore where dense forests meet the nation's largest freshwater lake by surface area. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from May through October due to northern Minnesota's cold winters, with July and August being peak booking periods. Temperatures typically range from 65-75°F during summer months with occasional thunderstorms.

What to Do

Explore riverside hiking trails: Jay Cooke State Park features unique sculpted granite formations along the St. Louis River. "I spent a day trip with friends at Jay Cook. The water levels were low, so we clambered around on the sculpted granite rocks that line the river and falls, dipping on and out of pools and up slick rock faces," shares one Jay Cooke State Park Campground visitor.

Mountain biking from your campsite: Spirit Mountain offers direct trail access for riders of all levels. "The best part was being able to bike down the trails right from the campground! The trees were just starting to turn so it was beautiful!" notes a camper at Spirit Mountain Campground.

Fishing in park lakes: Several campgrounds maintain small fishing ponds or lake access for anglers. "We caught a few little fish in the lake. Paddle boats and kayaks for use," reports a Red Pine Campground reviewer who appreciated these water-based activities during their stay.

What Campers Like

Spacious campsites: Many North Shore campgrounds provide good separation between sites. "Spacious RV spots with additional tent sites on each one," reports a visitor to Shipwreck Creek Campground, noting their 47-foot rig fit comfortably in a 50-foot spot.

Proximity to downtown attractions: Several campgrounds offer convenient access to urban amenities. "RVs can park at the event center parking lot for $50/night (or $65 if you want electricity). No water or dump station available. You're basically paying to be close to town," explains a camper at DECC/Amsoil Arena RV Parking.

Well-maintained facilities: Newer campgrounds feature updated bathroom facilities. "Newer campground with nice roads and good spots. Nice shower houses. 50 amp hook ups," notes a Shipwreck Creek Campground visitor, highlighting the practical amenities available at this newer state park camping option.

What You Should Know

Limited winter camping options: Most RV parks close from October through April. "Red Pine Campground (formally Ogston's RV Park)... Full hookups and everything worked as expected. Site was gravel and a little un-level, but nothing extreme," reports a visitor who stayed at Red Pine Campground.

Train noise affects multiple campgrounds: Railroad tracks run near several camping areas. "A frequently used train track nearby—and the trains really lay on whistle. I slept with earplugs in because of this, but I was still woken up around 4 times that night," reports a Jay Cooke State Park camper.

Variable cell service: Coverage strength differs by location and carrier. "AT&T had 4 bars of LTE and Verizon 3 bars of LTE service. AT&T Fast.com: 1.5 Mbps down, 5.0 Mbps up. Verizon Fast.com: 190 kbps down, 9.5 Mbps up," details a Red Pine Campground visitor who tested multiple networks.

Tips for Camping with Families

Kid-friendly activities on-site: Many campgrounds include playgrounds or water recreation. "Paddle boats and kayaks for use. Well maintained. Easy in and easy out," notes a Red Pine Campground reviewer, highlighting amenities beyond basic camping.

Book well in advance for summer weekends: Popular family sites fill quickly during peak season. "It is a very popular campground—we stayed on a Monday night and less than 5 campsites were vacant," shares a Jay Cooke State Park camper, indicating high demand even midweek.

Check site layouts for multi-tent setups: Some campgrounds have limited tent space. "If you are camping with multiple tents it might be a good idea to get multiple sites OR just do your research to make sure that the tent pad measurements listed on the reservation site are going to be sufficient," advises another Jay Cooke visitor.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have gravel sites requiring adjustments. "Most of the sites are not shady. The campground streets are gravel. The park was clean and quiet, and the staff was friendly," notes a Northland Camping & RV Park visitor from the Wisconsin side of the harbor.

Limited dump station availability: Several campgrounds lack on-site dumping facilities. "There is no dump station. Newer campground with nice roads and good spots," reports a Shipwreck Creek camper who found alternatives nearby.

Access considerations for larger rigs: Some parks have tight entrance roads. "Fairly easy access for our 42 ft motor home with jeep tow. Only one night available as we were staying on a Thursday and everything booked for the weekend. Site was level and easy to maneuver," shares a Red Pine Campground visitor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What RV parks are available in Duluth, MN?

Duluth offers several RV park options. Red Pine Campground is a clean, quiet private RV park with gravel roads and mostly open (non-shaded) sites. Cloquet-Duluth KOA provides a mix of open full-hookup sites and more wooded water/electric sites, with mostly level spaces suitable for various RV sizes. Additional options include Spirit Mountain Campground, Park Lake RV Campground, and Woods 'n Rapids RV Park. Most parks in the area offer standard amenities like water and electric hookups, with some providing full hookups.

How long is the drive from Duluth to Minneapolis with an RV?

The drive from Duluth to Minneapolis with an RV typically takes about 2.5-3 hours under normal conditions, covering approximately 150 miles primarily via Interstate 35. However, when driving an RV, you should allow extra time for slower speeds, additional fuel stops, and possible construction delays. The route passes near Whiteface Reservoir, which makes for a good stopping point if you need a break. Road conditions can be challenging in winter months, so check weather forecasts before traveling. Plan for longer travel times during peak summer weekends when traffic between these popular destinations increases substantially.

Are there big rig-friendly RV campgrounds near Duluth?

Yes, several campgrounds near Duluth accommodate big rigs. Burlington Bay Campground features three rows of sites specifically designed for full hookups and large RVs, with terraced layouts providing water views from some sites. For those seeking full hookup options, Lakehead Boat Basin offers decent-sized, mostly level sites within the city of Duluth. Other big rig-friendly options include Spirit Mountain Campground and Shipwreck Creek Campground at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park.

Where can I rent an RV in Duluth?

Duluth has several options for RV rentals. Local dealerships offer various rental RVs ranging from small trailers to larger motorhomes. Additionally, peer-to-peer RV rental platforms connect you with local RV owners willing to rent their vehicles. For those staying at Jay Cooke State Park Campground, which is just a short drive from Duluth, there are also camper cabins available as an alternative to traditional RV camping. When renting, be sure to ask about mileage limits, generator usage fees, and required insurance coverage.

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