Wilson Lake Rustic Campground & Backcountry Sites
Wilson Lake Rustic Campground is on the shore of the lake and has a drive down boat ramp with a dock. Nearby Little Wilson Lake also has a boat ramp, and there is a portage trail from Wilson to Sister Lake. Wilson Lake Rustic Campground offers 4 sites accessible by car. On the shore of the lake is an additional backcountry campsite accessible by boat, and there is another backcountry site on Little Wilson.
There is no garbage pick up at Wilson Lake Rustic Campground. Plan to pack out all your garbage, including fish remains from cleaning fish.
Roads are not plowed during winter.
General Information
Campground Camping
- Please use facilities provided such as fire rings, tent pads, and latrines.
- Pack out all waste, do not burn paper or other garbage.
- Water from lakes must be treated, boiled, or filtered before use.
- Noise limits enforced, respect your fellow campers.
No. of Sites
4
RV Camping
Sites are pull-in and not specifically designed for RVs. Three of the four sites are longer than 21 feet and may accommodate an RV.
Dispersed Camping
Access to the single backcountry site on Wilson Lake is a boat ramp in the campground. Access to the single campsite on Little Wilson Lake is from the boat ramp on Little Wilson Lake. Use a Forest Map to locate campsites and accesses. For information on backcountry campsites, see the Dispersed Camping page.
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
When visiting, please remember
- Maximum of nine people per site at both campground and backcountry sites.
- At the campground, there is space for one vehicle and one towed vehicle (such as a boat trailer).
- Additional vehicles on the site must park on the spur.
- No vehicles may park on the grass or where they impede traffic.
No Fees are required for this site.
There is no fee at rustic campgrounds.
Dogs are allowed at campsites and developed recreation areas; however, they should not be allowed to run loose in recreation areas where they will disturb other forest visitors. Be mindful of the impact a barking dog can have on other forest visitors.
- Keep dogs on a six-foot, or shorter, leash when they are not inside an enclosed vehicle or tent.
- Store dog food in bear-resistant containers and feed your pet away from the campsite.
- Pick up and bag your dog’s waste. Place it in a provided trash receptacle or pack it out.
- Do not leave your dog unattended at any time.
- Do not leave your dog in the vehicle on a hot day.
- Keep your dog in your tent or vehicle at night.
- Ensure that there is ample water available for your pet.
Address: 7355 West Hwy 61 Tofte, MN 55615
Phone: (218) 663-8060
Hours: April 28 – September 30, Wednesday - Sunday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, providing full services, open federal holidays when they land on a Wednesday through Sunday. Closed for all other federal holidays. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Superior_NF@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 47.66048383
Longitude: -91.06296588
Directions
From MN 61 northeast of Schroeder:
- Between Schroeder and the entrance to Temperance River State Park, turn inland on FR 343 (Temperance River Rd.)
- Drive 4 miles to a T intersection with FR 166 (The "600" Road).
- Turn left, drive 1 mile to FR 346.
- Turn right on FR 346. Drive 5.5 miles to FR 170 (The Grade).
- Turn left on FR 170. Drive 3 miles to FR 355 (Wilson Lake Access).
- Turn right on FR 355. Drive 0.5 miles to a fork in the road.
- Veer right to Wilson Lake Rustic Campground, veer left to Little Wilson Lake boat launch.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Outhouse (vault style) at campground, wilderness latrines at backcountry sites
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
No potable water available – lake water must be treated.
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Groups
Many lakes in the Tofte Ranger District have boat ramps and docks suitable for launching a trailered boat. These lakes are open for use by motorized
The Timber-Frear Canoe Route (named for Timber and Frear Lakes) links seven lakes with seven portages for a memorable canoe route and camping experience.