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South Kawishiwi Campground

Campground · National forest in Fall Lake, Lake County, Minnesota. Run by USFS.

32Campsites
Birch LakeRight on the shore of
YesRV hookups
107 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUSFS
AgencyUSDA Forest Service (Superior National Forest)
Campsites32
Site types23 standard, electric, 8 standard, no electric, 1 group shelter electric
RV hookupsElectric hookups at 25 sites
Longest RV/trailer site107 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(218) 365-7600
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About South Kawishiwi Campground

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.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Location & directions

South Kawishiwi Campground is in Fall Lake, Lake County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.