There is a reason this spot is so popular! It's gorgeous, there are amazing trails nearby, and it's centrally located for all kinds of exploring within the park. Even though it's a favorite, the campground doesn't really feel crowded, except at 8 am when folks are choosing their spots. There are only 49 and with a few exceptions, they are pretty wooded and private.

In the summer, you really do have to show up at 7 am or earlier. You can't make reservations. At 8 am, the campground hosts lets cars in one-at-a-time to choose a site that is marked as unoccupied (even if there are currently campers there). You choose and tag your spot, pay for it, and then head off for an adventure until you are ready to set up camp. 

Because it's tent-only camping, it seems very quiet. Lots of wildlife - moose, deer, and sometimes bear. The rangers will come around and let you know if there's a bear in the campground, and they also patrol sites to make sure they are kept clean. You can only have your tent and camp chairs out unless you are eating.