Indian Point Campground
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Indian Point Campground offers sites for tent and RV campers. Tent sites are primitive. RV sites have water, sewer, cable TV, Wi-Fi and 30- or 50-amp electric. There are picnic tables, barbecue stations, bathrooms, showers and a dump station on the premises for guest use. The campground is on the St. Louis River. There are opportunities for fishing, canoeing and kayaking from the campground. The Munger Trail is within five minutes of the campground. Pets are allowed at Indian Point if leashed. Sailing charters can be hired in the Duluth Harbors.
Indian Point Campground
Western Waterfront Trail/ 75th Ave. Northwest Route 3
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-4977
indianpointcampground.com
The Eagle's Nest Resort on Fish Lake
Walleye fishermen will enjoy the location of the Eagle's Nest. The fish species is one of the predominate fish in the lake, and several record-setting walleye have been landed from Fish Lake. There are opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and bird-watching from the campground. The resort has a seasonal campground (open during the summer months) for tent and RV travelers. There are hot showers, bathrooms, a coin-operated laundry and boat rentals at the resort. In addition to the walleye fishing, anglers can also try for bass, bluegill and crappie. Pets are allowed if leashed. Guests should check with the manager prior to bringing firewood into the campground as there are issues with insect infestation in the area.
The Eagle's Nest Resort on Fish Lake
6103 Lavaque Road
Duluth, MN 55803
(218) 721-4147
eaglesnestfishlake.com
Cloquet/Duluth KOA
The KOA has AAA and Good Sam travel club discounts for members. Tent and RV campers can be accommodated. Site hookups for RVs include 30- or 50-amp electric, water, sewer and Wi-Fi connections. Tent sites have fire rings and picnic tables. Pets are allowed if leashed. All guests have access to the showers, bathrooms, laundry room, hot tub and sauna. There is firewood for sale at the KOA. Guests should check for current rules regarding the use of outsider firewood due to an insect infestation in the region. Guests can go to the Great Lakes Aquarium to learn about the ecosystem and marine life of the area.
Cloquet/Duluth KOA
1381 Carlton Road
Cloquet, MN 55720
(218) 879-5726
koa.com/where/MN/23120/
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.
