South Kawishiwi River

Paid or permit campsite

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Superior National Forest Fees: - Single Site: $20/night Call the Kawishiwi Ranger District or visit National Recreation Reservation Service's South Kawishiwi River page for pricing on pavilion rental. Season: May 5 to October 21 Status: none Reservations: Some sites and the pavilion are reservable through Recreation.gov . Overview South Kawishiwi River Campground is located in Superior National Forest near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, about 10 miles from Ely, Minnesota. It offers fishing, boating and other recreational activities in a relaxing outdoor setting. The campground has sites with and without electric hookups, as well as one group day use area great for family picnics, birthday parties and other gatherings of up to 35 people. Recreation Canoeing is a main attraction. The Kawishiwi River provides access to Birch Lake to the south and the Boundary Waters to the north. When traveling in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wildnerness, a permit is required. Canoe rentals are available by contacting the host. Closer to shore, visitors can enjoy an afternoon of swimming at the campground's grassy beach, hiking the 1-mile Kawishiwi River Forest Trail or trying their luck at fishing for… Getting there: From Ely, Minnesota, travel about 10.3 miles south on State Highway 1 toward Lake Superior. Turn left onto the campground road. Rules: Maximum of 9 people per site. There is space for 1 vehicle and 1 towed vehicle (such as a camper). Additional vehicles at the site require additional half fee and must park at site or overflow parking next to the pavilion. No ATVs allowed. Phone: KAWISHIWI RANGER DISTRICT: 218-365-7600, CONCESSIONAIRE (SUMMER): 218-365-2963 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233843 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: FS

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