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654 Reviews of 51 Silver Bay Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Herbster Campground
    September 9, 2024

    Herbster Campground

    Super nice

    We only stayed one night & I wish we could’ve stayed longer, super nice campground right on Lake Superior. We stayed in the wooded sites & those were nice & secluded

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lamb's Resort
    September 9, 2024

    Lamb's Resort

    Nice campground on Lake Superior

    Really nice campground, our site was pretty small & very close to others so that was kind of annoying. But the bathrooms were nice & showers were really nice, overall enjoyable!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Herbster Campground
    September 2, 2024

    Herbster Campground

    South shore Lakeside

    Site with fire pit (no grate), nice picnic table, and the amazing sound of waves. By late August, direct views of lake is obscured by beach grass but still just as delightful. Sites were close but our neighbors never showed so we lucked out. I loved that as a tent camper, we were placed further away from the RVs and the noises that can go with them. Site 6 was close to the path for all in the rest of the campground to get to the beacb. Nicely tended bathrooms just across the road with showers.

    Wind gusts took our 8 person tent down while we were out during the day. Since it was my first time here, no idea of that kind of wind is typical or if it was the season or day.

    The sunsets were unbeatable!! And we lucked out catching the northern lights our first night.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground
    August 27, 2024

    Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground

    Fabulous Newer Campground with Spacious Sites

    Shipwreck Creek Campground is a great new(er) addition to the Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. All of the sites are large and spacious with interesting rock features and vegetation that adds to the privacy. Facilities are clean and well maintained. All sites are nice, but the loop with the “300’s” sites are the most spacious and interesting.

    The shower house is a lengthy walk; not a problem but consider driving up to it if you have little with. Clean vault toilets throughout the campground are convenient.

    Only bummer is the lack of dump/fill station onsite; park website directs you to fill prior to arrival at the Silver Bay city/municipal shop.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Bay Campground
    August 20, 2024

    Buffalo Bay Campground

    Lakeside casino

    Very RV resort style - pretty close together sites and not a lot of privacy . There are some sites in the back loop that seem more spacious and secluded! The lakeside sites have great views though! And nice showers. We were passing thru and the FCFS campgrounds were all full so this was a fine option close to Bayfield!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Herbster Campground
    August 14, 2024

    Herbster Campground

    Super pretty!

    Loved the view. We had a lakeside tent site. Campsites aren’t that spread out. We had a good amount of space but we could easily hear the neighbors and was annoying late at night. There are some outhouses and ADA restrooms/showers. We were 15 minutes from Meyer’s Beach, which was great. Lakeside tent sites are right by the beach. Beach was rocky - bring a pair of crocs or similar shoe if you’re sensitive to the rocks and branches in the sand. Water was cool and felt great!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Castle Danger
    August 13, 2024

    Castle Danger

    Well hidden dispersed spot

    This area is definitely off the beaten path. Super skinny road with lots of rocks/hills and puddles coming in. I would recommend a car with 4WD for it and would not suggest pulling a camper unless you have experience bringing it over rough terrain. The sites themselves appeared to not be visited often. I went in early August and a lot of the places were over grown with plants! It was nice to be right by the north shore but in a spot that felt very much secluded. There was also no bugs here which was amazing! Great spot to hang out by a campfire without getting swarmed. You’ll be able to find plenty of wood from the nearby trees for a fire as well.

  • Camper-submitted photo from George H. Crosby Manitou State Park Campground
    August 12, 2024

    George H. Crosby Manitou State Park Campground

    Private, rustic backpacking sites

    Our first time camping in this park. We made base camp and did day hikes from there. Site 7 was near the river, the rushing water was a convenient water source, but was quite loud - this was no calming, babbling brook, lol! We didn’t see any other humans for 2 whole days, which was a plus. The site was large for 2 tents and 2 couples, the latrine was adequate and marked with a sign. We were able to find enough deadfall for firewood. Mosquitoes were horrendous, as expected. The hikes to many of the campsites are strenuous with hilly terrain, some have been washed out and it was unclear how to access some sites. We had a great time with friends. The cascade was gorgeous, and we had it all to ourselves. Unfortunately, we didn’t pack in any fishing gear. This camping trip was a great middle ground between state park camping loops and true back country.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Black Beach Campground
    August 11, 2024

    Black Beach Campground

    Ideal as base to discover north shore, but not nice with a tent

    We were at the part close to the high way. Very noisy. Facilities are clean and well maintained. Sites are note usable by tent. I barely got the tent Ankers in the ground. Mostly RV or trailers. Not that close to the beach.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground
    August 10, 2024

    Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground

    We will be back

    The campsite was clean and well taken care of. My daughter and I tented it. It was so much fun! Just enough privacy to get a “real” camping experience, but not so private that we felt unsafe. It was so nice to not worry about bears!

    We found this amazing picnic and hiking trail super close to the campgrounds in Gooseberry.

    We will be back soon!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Silver Rapids Lodge
    August 7, 2024

    Silver Rapids Lodge

    Sadly not a great experience

    Friendly staff. Mostly empty campground. One neighbor was loud all night. ATV noises super loud partying. Not nice. Lake side Campspots have amazing view. The staff was friendly. We Ware a family of 4

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cascade River State Park Campground
    July 19, 2024

    Cascade River State Park Campground

    Nice park across from Lake Superior

    Great location. Well kept facilities. ONE THING TO KNOW… you must fill your fresh tanks for RV near the dump station. There is no water at the sites. The primitive toilets are just that, but the showers are awesome. Enclosed are some cliff and cave shots taken from Kayak on Superior

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cadotte Lake
    July 18, 2024

    Cadotte Lake

    Very nice family campground

    Very nice campground for the family. Sort of has a mix of rustic and not rustic camping. Has a lovely beach just a few steps away from campsites. The fishing peer is more like a look out as it’s not in the water and even 20’ out from it it’s pretty shallow yet. Other than that it’s a nice camp ground.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sullivan Lake Campground
    July 18, 2024

    Sullivan Lake Campground

    Sullivan Lake is awesom

    Been a long time user of Sullivan lake campground. Love the rusticity of it and the quietness of it. So quit you can feel the grouse Drumming’s deep within your soul. Highly recommend.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Point Detour Wilderness Campground
    July 10, 2024

    Point Detour Wilderness Campground

    Quiet Rustic campground

    We camped here over the 4th of July. Our site had a short trail directly to Lake Superior. We arrived mid afternoon on the 4th and there were multiple sites still available. The campground did fill up though. Some sites had grass which had not been cut in quite some time and would make it really difficult to camp, others had the grass cut. Sites had a fire pit and picnic table. The outhouse was a bit messy, but usable.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dalrymple Park and Campground
    June 27, 2024

    Dalrymple Park and Campground

    Ideal for smaller rigs

    Our site overlooked Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands but was a tight fit for our 24' van. Good 30amp electric, water spigot nearby but no dump stations at park.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wildhurst Lodge and Campground
    June 10, 2024

    Wildhurst Lodge and Campground

    Used to be Much Nicer

    We stayed at Wildhurst about 20 years ago and had a great time, even got to see an mini-air show overhead with USAF F-16s out of Duluth doing maneuvers overhead. So, when the State Forest campgrounds were closed last spring for storm cleanup, we decided to take a cabin there. Not going back. The new owners are trying; I'll give them that. They're friendly, the little restaurant isn't bad, but the latrines (outhouses) really need to be rebuilt. I mean REALLY. Lime on the toilet seat. Early in the season and the biffys by our cabin were horrible smelling, (And I DO understand that they are open toilets. I was the ranger in a state forest campground for 26 years and had to clean weekly and pump out every year 12 of them.) and if the wind was wrong, we could smell it in our cabin. Cabins were smallish, but comparable to a state park camper cabin, they need updates, paint, roofing, and leveling the floors.

    Wildhurst has potential. I wish it was as good as it used to be,

  • Camper-submitted photo from Carrol Truck Trail
    June 5, 2024

    Carrol Truck Trail

    Arrived after dark

    Easy to access, trails are all obvious, and near a water supply. We decided to go off the cuff, and the only thing we weren’t ready for was the damn mosquitos! Will be bringing repellent next time. BEAUTIFUL SPOT.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Temperance River State Park Campground
    June 1, 2024

    Temperance River State Park Campground

    Amazing Lake Superior Views

    I stayed in the lower campground, further from the bathrooms/showers but much quieter and better views of the lake. The site was very secluded from the sides, the facilities are well kept. The hiking is beautiful and not to intense.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground
    May 25, 2024

    Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground

    Good campground in excellent state park

    Camped here on Oct 23-24, 2023. Attempted to camp here 2 years before, in Sept 2021, but the campground was crowded and booked. But there were plenty of sites available during our stay this past October. Camped at site #59 which is very close to the lake and along the Gitchi-Gami State Trail. The campsite was small; included a table and fire ring. Wooded, but close to other sites. Short path in front of the site leads to the lake. Clean vault toilet was a short walk down the campground road. The campground was nice but nothing special. The state park, however, is fantastic. Hiking trails and walking paths lead to great views of the lake and Gooseberry River. There were a few park benches along lake, which provided a great view of the lake during my morning coffee break. Water and restrooms/showers in the campground were shut down for the winter season (flush toilets were available if you drive up to the visitor center). Firewood was not for sale during our visit. I would love to camp here again but during the off-season when it is less crowded.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Eighteen Rustic Lake Campground
    May 24, 2024

    Eighteen Rustic Lake Campground

    Free Primitive Camping by Beautiful Lake

    Camped here on Oct 22, 2023. Free primitive national forest campground with 5 sites. Wooded. Campground is suitable for truck campers and smaller. There was a crappy looking RV parked next to the vault toilet; sketchy, looked like long term residents. I did not get a good vibe here but stayed anyway since it was getting late. No drinking water. Fire ring at site. Sites spaced apart okay. Beautiful lake. Nice hiking trail around lake. Fishing is good. Road coming to the campground can be rough in places, but doable with passenger car. The campground itself was nothing special, but camping in the woods along a beautiful lake was appealing.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Temperance River State Park Campground
    March 31, 2024

    Temperance River State Park Campground

    Lake views

    Had a spot in the lower campground right by the Lake. Showers are in the upper campground. Tent pad was great for a small tent, not sure if anything larger would fit here. Picnic table and fire ring with grate provided. The mosquitos were pretty bad when I was here in June, so be prepared with insect repellant. There is an outhouse in the lower campground. Firewood available for purcahse at the office in the upper campground; short drive or trail walk away.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Castle Danger
    January 18, 2024

    Castle Danger

    Great dispersed camping!

    This spot is pretty well hidden in the woods with a tight trail in. There are a few spots you could camp with stone firepits. Didn't look to be visited often, but I came in winter. There are low sites, and if you have 4x4, you can drive up to another plateau of sites. There's plenty of wood, but depending on location, you'll have to walk for it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dalrymple Park and Campground
    December 31, 2023

    Dalrymple Park and Campground

    Great when visiting Bayfield / the Apostle Islands

    This is a first come first served city campground, which is a good thing because each site is so different that it would be difficult to make a good choice in advance. Some sites are difficult/ impossible for RVs and some are fine. We are in a 26ft class c and felt really big- they have a 30ft max limit for RVs. Some (I believe 18& 19?) are grouped together so they would make a good choice for friends and family camping together. There are also some primitive tent walk-up sites.

    Nice campground, $30/night, can pay online when you arrive. Good cell reception. Most, if not all, sites have 30 and 20 amp service. There are no water or sewer hookups here, and no dump station. No showers. There are a couple of trash dumpsters throughout the campground but no recycling. There are water spigots throughout the campground too (not for filling RV tanks, but for filling water jugs).

    Easy walk to town, not quite a mile, and there is a sidewalk for most (not all) of the way. There are some nice walking paths around the campground, with benches positioned to view each of the Apostle Islands. 

    Mosquitos were surprisingly not too bad here. We had a really pleasant and relaxing night’s stay here. The town of Bayfield is really cute and the ferry rides to the islands are a must.



Guide to Silver Bay

Camping near Silver Bay, Minnesota, offers a fantastic mix of natural beauty and outdoor activities. With stunning views of Lake Superior and plenty of campgrounds to choose from, it’s a great spot for families, solo adventurers, and RV enthusiasts alike.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "There were plenty of trails to hike and waterfalls!" This park is known for its beautiful views and well-maintained paths.
  • Fishing: Try your luck at Bear Head Lake State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "The view from this campsite was absolutely incredible... I have caught a lot of Northern and Small Mouth just north of the boat ramp."
  • Sightseeing: Don’t miss the iconic Split Rock Lighthouse. Campers at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground rave about the views, with one saying, "The campground is brand new and wonderful."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Shipwreck Creek Campground. One review noted, "All of the sites are large and spacious with interesting rock features and vegetation that adds to the privacy."
  • Clean Facilities: Many visitors highlight the cleanliness of the facilities. A camper at Temperance River State Park Campground said, "The pit toilets were clean and did not smell, and the shower house was so clean and nice it felt like home."
  • Pet-Friendly Options: If you’re traveling with pets, Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground allows pets, making it a great choice for families with furry friends. One camper mentioned, "It was so nice to not worry about bears!"

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in the summer. A visitor at Temperance River State Park Campground warned, "The mosquitos were pretty bad when I was here in June, so be prepared with insect repellant."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Cascade River State Park Campground, don’t have water hookups at the sites. A camper noted, "You must fill your fresh tanks for RV near the dump station."
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Popular spots can fill up quickly. A camper at Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "Hard to get a site during peak season, but so worth it if you snag one!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for campgrounds like Baptism River Campground that offer hiking trails and nearby waterfalls. One family shared, "We spent more time on trails than on campgrounds but wouldn’t want it any other way!"
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring bug spray and other essentials. A camper at Bear Head Lake State Park Campground advised, "Bring plenty of bug spray… the hike to get to this campsite was rough."
  • Plan for Privacy: Some sites are closer together, so consider booking a more secluded site. A visitor at Fall Lake Campground mentioned, "We didn’t really have anyone next to us on either side."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: RV sites can vary in size. A camper at Fall Lake Campground noted, "Be mindful of your camping equipment and the size of the sites - it varies widely."
  • Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Burlington Bay Campground, offer electric hookups, which can be a big plus for RVers. One camper said, "Burlington Bay is one of the cleanest, most easily accessible campgrounds in Minnesota."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Some campgrounds don’t have dump stations on-site. A visitor at Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "Only bummer is the lack of dump/fill station onsite."

Camping near Silver Bay, Minnesota, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of options for everyone. Whether you're hiking, fishing, or just soaking in the views, there's something for every camper.

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