Indian Point Campground
Indian Point Campground has a location on the banks of the St. Louis River, offering visitors the chance to fish, canoe and kayak right from the campground. There are sites for large and small RVs. Hookups include 30- and 50-amp electric, sewer, water, cable TV and Wi-Fi. Pets are allowed but should remain leashed while in the campground. There are fire rings and picnic tables, showers, bathrooms, a guest house, laundry, and the camp is at the Head of the Munger Trail, where hikers can enjoy taking a nature hike just outside of Duluth.
Indian Point Campground
5th Ave. West and Route 23
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-4977
indianpointcampground.com
Lakehead Boat Basin
Lakehead Boat Basin is located in the harbor in Duluth and offers a waterfront location for campers looking to canoe, kayak, sail or fish right from the campground and RV site. There are limited numbers of spaces for campers without hookups and tents. Other sites are for RVs with hookups. All campers have access to showers and bathrooms. The Lakehead is convenient to Lake Superior and the shores, making for opportunities for sea-kayaking, and canoeing. Sailing charters can be hired right from the harbor for those wishing a wind-powered exploration of the Duluth shoreline.
Lakehead Boat Basin
940 Minnesota Ave.
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 722-1757
lakeheadboatbasin.com
Buffalo Valley Camping
The Buffalo Valley Camping offers a location on the waterfront, making for easy access to sea-kayaking, canoeing and fishing. The Munger State Trail and Jay Cooke State Park and Trail System is close by and can be accessed from the campground, were visitors can hike and mountain bike the many miles of trails in the parks. The campground does not allow ATVs making for a quiet and human-powered experience. Pets are allowed, and there are showers, bathrooms and laundry on the premises for guest use and comfort. Picnic tables and fire rings are on the grounds.
Buffalo Valley Camping
2586 Guss Road
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-7019
buffalohouseduluth.com
Article Written By Eric Cedric
A former Alaskan of 20 years, Eric Cedric now resides in California. He's published in "Outside" and "Backpacker" and has written a book on life in small-town Alaska, "North by Southeast." Cedric was a professional mountain guide and backcountry expedition leader for 18 years. He worked in Russia, Iceland, Greece, Turkey and Belize. Cedric attended Syracuse University and is a private pilot.
