Bear Head Lake State Park Campground offers log cabins with bunk-style beds accommodating up to six people. These cabins include full-size bottom bunks and single top bunks, electric heat, a small table, and a screened-in porch. Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park features modern cabins with electricity outlets, ceiling fans, baseboard heating, air conditioning, and hard floors. "Camper cabins are nice. They have bunk type beds. The beds on bottom are FULL size (can sleep 2 each) and the ones on top are singles. So 6 could sleep here," notes one camper about Bear Head Lake cabins. Each cabin site includes outdoor amenities such as picnic tables and fire rings, with nearby vault toilets or shower facilities depending on the location.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Basic cabins typically provide shelter and sleeping surfaces while deluxe options include more amenities like Wi-Fi and indoor lighting. Reservation policies vary by season, with summer months requiring advance booking. Most parks and campgrounds have strict pet policies—Lake Vermilion cabins prohibit pets inside cabins and on cabin decks with steep fines for violations. According to one visitor, "These cabins are a fairly new addition and aimed to cater to those that love winter outings but want warmth and electronic lifelines." Some campgrounds like Bear Head Lake State Park remain open year-round, offering cabins as comfortable winter camping alternatives.
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own bedding, including sleeping bags or sheets and blankets. Cooking facilities vary widely between locations—some cabins have outdoor food prep stations with electrical outlets while others only provide fire rings with grates. Firewood is often available for purchase at campground offices or through special permit systems. A review mentioned, "Firewood - this is a super cool policy. You can pay $10/day for a permit that you hand at your site. They have a 'shed' with pre-split wood that's dry and ready for the campfire." Basic supplies can be purchased at on-site camp stores or in nearby towns, though selection is typically limited to essentials.
$23 - $90 / night
"Camper cabins are nice. They have bunk type beds. The beds on bottom are FULL size (can sleep 2 each) and the ones on top are singles. So 6 could sleep here."
"Bear Head Lake State Park is just south of the Boundary Waters, and shares a comparable wilderness element. The shoreline is beautiful and very fun to explore by kayak."
"Campground Review: ****This campground is located on beautiful Whitewater Lake in Hoyt Lakes, MN."
"Pet friendly, close to town, clean showers, friendly staff. The only bad thing is no water hook ups."
$23 - $300 / night
"While we were there, a park ranger stopped to check us in, including processing us for a free annual MN state park pass for disabled veterans."
"Sites are large and well spaced. Free wifi, several pit toilets along with a new shower/restroom building. No playground or beach."
$90 / night
"PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE PARK BUT NOT THE CABINS - see below for details. This part of the state park is very new!"
"Stayed in a cabin for some winter glamping! Gonna have to make this a yearly thing for sure!"
$25 - $3000 / night
"Beautiful spot, kind of secluded away from the rest of the campers but not tucked away by any means. Right on the lake. Grills are at all the tent sites but we used the fire."
"As are most of the campsites in upper Minnesota this time of year, the owner told me they were closed. But he was happy to let me stay overnight for a reduced off-season fee."
$21 - $95 / night
"The sites had good privacy due to the trees, and I managed to set the tent up at the way back of the site, so you couldn't see it from the road."
"We showed up around 8 PM on a Friday and was still able to get a spot at this nice, quiet campground. It was a very peaceful spot since the gravel leading To it is quite a few miles off the highway."
"Great primitive campsite to hit on the way to Voyaguers National Park. Everyone says stay at Woodenfrog or Ash because it’s close to the park but those parks are very primitive."
"Lakefront, showers need updated, great for fishing"
"Fishing on Pelican lake is great. The fishing dock is accessible ( I rode my mobility scooter out there with no difficulty) and they have boats available so you can get out on the. lake."
"Camp ground right on a large lake, family owned and well maintained."
"Two large grocery stores. Friendly people throughout this town. Will camp here again."
$40 / night
"My bf and I stayed 2 nights in a cabin and tent camped 2 nights on a camp site."
LegendCamper cabins are nice. They have bunk type beds. The beds on bottom are FULL size (can sleep 2 each) and the ones on top are singles. So 6 could sleep here. There was a little table, electric heat and a small screened in porch. An outhouse style bathroom is close by. Easy lake access...it seemed pretty quiet. Nice way to "camp" if the weather is cold. Picnic tables and fire pits outside the cabin. Nice!
LegendBear Head Lake State Park is just south of the Boundary Waters, and shares a comparable wilderness element. The shoreline is beautiful and very fun to explore by kayak.
Campground features: Cabin rentals, tent sites, and RV sites. The campground is open in fall & winter. The campsites are private, well shaded, and level. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire pit. Flush toilets, hot showers, dump station, group sites, and electric are also available.
Hiking at Bear Head Lake State Park
Fishing at Bear Head State Park
Bass, northerns, walleye, panfish, and trout can be caught at this State Park. Many people fish from the fishing dock or shoreline. Panfish are all over the lake and most likely the first ones biting. Good walleye fishing after 6pm.
Other activities:
Boat rentals, cross country ski trail (groomed), snowshoe trails, and snowmobile trails.
LegendPETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE PARK BUT NOT THE CABINS - see below for details.
This part of the state park is very new! These cabins are a fairly new addition and aimed to cater to those that love winter outings but want warmth and electronic lifelines.
We stayed in "Ning" cabin which is an abbreviation of the actual name. All cabins have native Ojibwe names. It was there last on the loop and right next to a short trail. A vault toilet is about 30 feet away.
This campground had wifi throughout the campground and cabins. This let me work while we were there with my computer without issues. It's easy to log into (open your browser and the option will pop up, or search for it in your wifi network options).
Firewood - this is a super cool policy. You can't bring your own wood, but you can pay $10/day for a permit that you hand at your site. They have a "shed" with pre-split wood that's dry and ready for the campfire. You can burn what you need daily and put the rest back before you leave. This is not meant to "burn it all" but it allows you to have a fire, stay warm, have fun and not run out of wood. Great price considering the amount many places charge for a dinky little bundle that lasts about an hour. You also can't take it home, so just be smart about the process and it's a great option for everyone!
The inside of the cabin was wow! Electricity outlets were plenty (in all the bunks - as well as lights in all bunks). Hard floors, a vacuum for when you were done, shelves for gear and food, baseboard heaters, A/C in summer, big windows, ceiling fan, rug to wipe your boots, lots of coathangers.
Outside a small deck and picnic table, food prep station with an outlet - very cool! Fire ring was down a set of stairs near the woods.
Please note: PETS are allowed in the park, but NOT in the cabins and NOT on the deck of the cabin. Pretty steep fees if they find this happening.
Also...you have to bring your own bedding (sleeping bags or sheets/blanket).
Nice perk - there is an indoor showerhouse with bathrooms, hot water and potable drinking water station so you don't have to sacrifice in the winter!
Overall great stay for $90 - quieter than a hotel for sure!
GuideWe stayed here last June with our large family. My bf and I stayed 2 nights in a cabin and tent camped 2 nights on a camp site. This area has great access to many lakes including the BWCA along with being close to Ely for anything you may have forgotten. Silver Rapids Lodge itself has a bar/restaurant right by campground along with many other amenities. Many cabins to choose from from 4-6 ppl all the way up to a 24 person cabin!! Good fishing and lots of areas to do so without a boat, if you don’t have a boat and would like to rent one SRL offers boat rentals. Small swimming area and play place for kids. Pet friendly, clean, and nice hosts.
RangerCampground Review:
****This campground is located on beautiful Whitewater Lake in Hoyt Lakes, MN. The fall colors are absolutely gorgeous right now, and my pictures don’t even come close to doing them justice!! We have lived just 5 miles down the road from this campground for over 20 years, and regret not camping here sooner!! This campground is very family and pet friendly with so many activities to choose from. We spent the bulk of our time hiking the paved trails, and fishing the lake. You can reserve a spot online at http://www.fishermanspointmn.com/ , or it’s a first come first served campground. There were plenty of spots available when we camped there, but recommend reserving during the busy summer months.
There are 93 spacious and wooded sites divided into separate loops. If you are driving a bigger RV or 5th Wheel some corners can be tight, but they are currently upgrading and widening the traffic areas. Some of the campsites are right on the waterfront which was nice for mooring our boat close to us. They have some 50/30/20 amp spots, but none of the spots are a full hook up with dump capabilities. The campground hosts were super friendly and the showerhouses/restrooms were super clean and smelled freshJ There is no bringing in outside wood for campfires, but they have a nice little general store where you can purchase bundles. Each spot comes with a nice picnic table and a fire ring. One of the things we liked most is the shelters and grill pits they have right on the lakeshore. They have 2 separate boat ramp areas so there is no congestion or waiting in line to get in the water, and the fish cleaning house is just a few steps off the boat ramp. Quiet hours are from 11:00pm to 7:00am, but we noticed there is no enforcement of that rule, hence the 4 Star rating.
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Product Review:
As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I have the privilege of receiving products to test from time to time. I tested the PARASHEET Beach Blanket from Grand Trunk. https://www.grandtrunk.com/collections/goods-for-the-campsite/products/parasheet-beach-blanket-new-colors Navigating their website is easy and very user friendly!! The thing I appreciated the most is that they are in constant contact with you from the minute you place the order to when it arrives on your doorstep. The shipping time is super speedy from this company!! All items were packed well, and they included a free can cozy and decal sticker (it went on our 5th Wheel!!)
When I took Parasheet, my first thought was that I would not have used the word blanket in the description, it is so much more!! (on their website they use the sentence “The Best Beach Blanket Ever.” With that being said, the parachute nylon fabric is very lightweight, but super durable. This sheet is a packing/carrying dream!! They have a nice variety of colors available, and I ordered the Parasheet in the color Berry Bronzed. The contrast between the deep blue/tan colors is absolutely stunning!! The one feature I liked right away is that the sheet has it’s own drawcorded carrying/storage bag for easy packing and storing. We had a chance to take the sheet out on a windy day, and the sand pockets helped keep it in place while we staked it down. There are an endless amount of uses for this sheet while camping, and at home too!! (my son of course tested and gave a “thumbs up” on the Superman cape tryout lol) The parasheet stood up very well on different types of terrain (we tested sand, gravel rock, and pine needles) Overall, I think the Grand Trunk Parasheet is well priced at $39.99, and would recommend it to all!!
LegendA really nice place with lots of fun stuff do to right in the campground including a beach and boat ramp on Pelican Lake. There is a nice playground area for kids. The place caters mostly to seasonal folks more than overnight roadies. I stumbled on it by accident when I was heading to Voyageurs NP but just wanted to get off the road for the night.
Some of the seasonal sites have extensive decking and screened porches. The sites for the temp folks had full hookups but were gravel that was not well maintained and not level. The bathrooms were ok, maybe a C+. There was no soap at the men’s bathroom sink. There are only six daily/weekly RV/tent sites. The rest are seasonal rentals. It got 4 stars instead of 3 because it is so pretty and peaceful.
RangerStayed at a camper cabin- had the park to ourselves! Absolutely gorgeous. The drive off the main highway is a few miles, so you really end up out in the wilderness! We also appreciated that this park doesn’t allow hunting so you know you are safe during that season.
The campground is along a series of winding lakes, with multiple access points to the water. Very spaced out and easy access to vaulted toilets and water. A couple of different fishing piers and docks right near the campground itself. Has electric and non-electric sites. Definitely impressed with the campground itself. Very pretty no matter where you camp.
Park has:
- fishing pier
- hiking trails
- fish cleaning building
- stocked backcountry fishing lakes
- canoe rental
- a trail center with a community fire ring and comfy chairs
- dump station
- RV sanitation station
- camper cabins
- group camp
- swimming beach
- trailer access
- watercraft and backpack sites
We enjoyed night walks and star gazing- we decided it was the best stars we had ever seen! Even saw shooting stars. Cooked some great meals, and enjoyed the hiking club walk through the woods to some super-secret small lakes.
Checked out the group site- so cool. Right on the water with a personal dock and toilets.
This park is truly in the wilderness, felt like actually being in the Boundary Waters! Crystal clear water, thick gorgeous forests, and an amazing sky.
Head into Ely, maybe 20 mins, if you need supplies or a break from the woods. Also can access the BWCAW there too.
We appreciated that this park is open year-round, but can’t wait to go back in the summer!
LegendThere were no problems getting to this state park. We pulled into the dump station just before entering the campground(CG) area to get fresh water. While we were there, a park ranger stopped to check us in, including processing us for a free annual MN state park pass for disabled veterans. We followed the site signage to electric(50/30/20 AMP) only site 110, which was an easy back-in. The site was long enough for our 40’ toy hauler to include putting our back patio down and parking our F-450. We especially liked how ample trees and bushes were separating the sites, and you are well away from your neighbors. The site gave us plenty of space to set up our chairs around a nice fire pit and one fine picnic table. Get water as you come into the CG, as the spigots throughout the park do not have threads. The 300 loop has pull-throughs that will handle large rigs, with 312 being the best. We got 5 bars 4G. on Verizon. We put Starlink on the roof and got a decent signal. There was a nice shower house/restrooms where the park also sold firewood. Formal trail systems are throughout the CG and park, and we enjoyed walking our dogs. We really like the variety of RV sites for all sizes of RVs, but it's too bad the CG area has no water views.
TravelerGrew up camping here. Its beautiful with water and trees everywhere. Pet friendly, close to town, clean showers, friendly staff. The only bad thing is no water hook ups.
Cabin camping near Eveleth, Minnesota offers access to the Superior National Forest and Boundary Waters Canoe Area. The region sits at approximately 1,400 feet elevation with summer temperatures averaging 70-80°F and winter lows often below 0°F. Most cabins in the area remain accessible year-round with plowed roads maintained even during heavy northern Minnesota snowfall.
Paddle boarding on clear waters: Bear Head Lake State Park offers water recreation with rental options. "I really enjoyed this Campground for the water activities! We rented paddle boards everyday we were here. The lake is so relaxing to paddle board around and the water is so clear and fun to look at," notes Tegan C., who had a memorable wildlife encounter while out on the water.
Tour historic mine sites: Lake Vermillion - Soudan Mine State Park Campsites offers access to unique underground tours. "Soudan mine tours were awesome! travel down in the mine and ride cars to see the way iron ore was mined in early 1900s," shares Sara P. The park combines history with outdoor recreation opportunities.
Explore multiple lakes: The interconnected waterways provide opportunities for diverse fishing experiences. "Grew up camping here. Its beautiful with water and trees everywhere. Pet friendly, close to town, clean showers, friendly staff," reports Jessi J. about Fisherman's Point City Campground, noting its accessibility to multiple fishing spots.
Privacy between sites: Bear Head Lake State Park Campground offers secluded camping spaces. "Campground is quite busy, but there is enough foliage in the summer to make it more private. Sites are good sizes and a good distance from each other," explains Gina G., highlighting the natural separation between campsites.
Modern bathroom facilities: Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained facilities. "Our site had a great combination of open area for wind flow and sun and shade to put our tent in. Again faced with great bathrooms a short walk and showers/larger rest room a short distance away," shares A J., noting the convenience of these amenities.
Flexible firewood policies: Some parks offer innovative approaches to firewood. "Sites leaning towards more of an rv type of site with the gravel and lots of large rocks in the ground but an amazing location. The hiking trails are fantastic and they have many hike in sites that appear to be in super cool locations," reports Stephanie K. about the diverse site options.
Cabin amenities vary significantly: Lake Vermillion Soudan Mine State Park Cabins has modern units. "The inside of the cabin was wow! Electricity outlets were plenty (in all the bunks - as well as lights in all bunks). Hard floors, a vacuum for when you were done, shelves for gear and food, baseboard heaters, A/C in summer, big windows, ceiling fan, rug to wipe your boots, lots of coathangers," explains Amy G.
Pet restrictions in cabins: Some parks prohibit pets in cabins. "PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE PARK BUT NOT THE CABINS... Pretty steep fees if they find this happening," warns Amy G., emphasizing the importance of understanding these rules before arrival.
Bring your own bedding: Cabin rentals typically require guests to supply linens. "Also...you have to bring your own bedding (sleeping bags or sheets/blanket)," notes a reviewer, reminding visitors to pack accordingly.
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