Best RV Parks & Resorts near Knife River, MN
Several RV parks sit within 30 miles of Knife River, Minnesota, offering diverse options for motorhome travelers. Burlington Bay Campground in Two Harbors provides full hookup RV sites with water, electric, and sewer connections from mid-May through mid-October, with big rig friendly spaces on gravel pads. Red Pine Campground in Duluth features 50-amp service, full hookups, and operates from May through October with level gravel sites that accommodate larger RVs. Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground, located just north of Knife River, offers electric hookups and big rig access in a scenic setting from April to October. Silver Bay RV Parking provides basic RV sites with drinking water but no toilet facilities. "The sites were decent-size and mostly level. No privacy from neighbors and side-to-side could be tight quarters depending on the rig that is next to you," noted one RV camper about the region's campgrounds.
Reservations are essential during peak summer months when Lake Superior shoreline RV parks fill quickly. Most campgrounds in the area welcome pets but require them to be leashed at all times. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with Verizon and AT&T offering better coverage near Duluth and Two Harbors. Dump stations are available at Burlington Bay, Red Pine, and Spirit Lake RV and Marina, though not at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. Many RV sites close by mid-October, with few options available during winter months. Propane service can be found in nearby towns, and several campgrounds sell firewood on-site. For RVers without towed vehicles, DECC/Amsoil Arena RV Parking in Duluth offers electric hookups within walking distance of city amenities, though at higher nightly rates than traditional campgrounds.
