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South Kawishiwi River Campground Superior National Forest Minnesota

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South Kawishiwi River Campground has 31 campsites and is located next to the river in a forested setting.

All but campsites 15-20 and 25 have electrical hookups.  Each site also has a table, fire ring and grill. Amenities include drinking water (solar powered well / hand pump), vault toilets, trash collection and overflow parking. Firewood is also available to purchase from the camp host. A group pavilion (up to 35 people) is also available and has a large grill, picnic tables and electricity.

Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation in the area includes fishing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, hiking, bird watching, hunting, picnicking and wildlife viewing. Canoe rentals are also available.

Other campgrounds in the area include Birch Lake, McDougal Lake and Fall Lake.

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Amenities
  • BBQ Grills
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Rental
  • Campground Host
  • Campsite Tables
  • Cell Service - Good
  • Drinking Water
  • Electrical Hookup
  • Fire Pit
  • Fire Rings
  • Firewood Available
  • Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
  • Grills
  • Group Pavilion
  • Overflow Parking
  • Pets OK
  • Picnic Tables
  • Recycling Center
Activities
  • Biking
  • Bird Watching
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Nature Trails
  • Paddle Boating
  • Photography
  • Picnicking
  • River
  • Stargazing
  • Swim Beach
  • Swimming
  • Walking Trails
  • Wildlife Viewing
Forest Road 183
Ely, Minnesota 55731
218-365-7600
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Campsite Types
  • ADA
  • Electric Hookup
  • RV
  • Tent
  • Trailer
# of Campsites:

33

# of RV Hookup Campsites:

7

Season:

Mid May – Early October

Elevation:

1,476

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  1. Carl and Nancy Brady says:

    We really enjoyed our stay at the Kawishiwi Campground. The manager was very helpful! He helped us find a site with electricity so we could stay longer! The trees are beautiful! Huge white pine. The walk along the shore great and there is a pavilion that can be rented.

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