USDA Forest Service · Minnesota
Little Isabella River Campground
USDA Forest Service · Minnesota, United States
- Sites
- 11
- Hookups
- 11 no hookups
- Season
- May 14 to September 30
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 1,844 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Cell coverage
- Verizon weak · AT&T good · T-Mobile none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Access road
- LITTLE ISABELLA RIVER CG (NFSR 558) · crushed aggregate or gravel · suitable for passenger cars
- Lake
- Superior National Forest
- Nearest town
- Isabella
- Address
- 9620 MN Hwy 1, Isabella , MN, 55607
- Phone
- 218-663-8063
- Activities
- Berry Picking, Biking, Camping, Fishing, Mushroom Picking, Off Highway Vehicle Trails, Off Road Vehicle Trails, Photography, Picnicking, Recreational Vehicles, Scenic Drive, Star Gazing
About
Overview
Little Isabella River Campground is a small, secluded campground in a grove of red and white pines in the central part of Superior National Forest, just 4.5 miles west of Isabella, Minnesota. This is a great campground for campers seeking a quiet spot in the woods and anglers interested in fishing the Little Isabella River.
The Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of three million acres. The Forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border. Visitors can find recreation opportunities year-round, including travel in the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Recreation
The Little Isabella River, a small stream with occasional riffles, is a popular fishing spot for brook trout. The surrounding national forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking in secluded woodlands, canoeing and hunting.
Facilities
This is a small facility with six first come first served campsites, and five reservable campsites. All sites are private and close to the water. Trash collection and restrooms are provided.
Natural Features
The campground lies among towering red pine trees at an elevation of 1,900 ft. The area is scenic and secluded. The Superior National Forest is known for its boreal forest ecosystem, numerous clean lakes, diversity of plants and animals, and colorful cultural history.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous outdoor recreation opportunities lie within the Superior National Forest's 77 lake access areas, 13 fishing piers, 10 swimming beaches, and 22 picnic areas. The forest is also home to three scenic byways.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (218) 663-8060.
Charges & Cancellations
Changes and cancellations are allowed up to 48 hours prior to date of arrival.
Fees
$18/night for one vehicle and one trailer. Additional vehicles or trailers on the site require an additional $9.00 fee to be paid. If you make a reservation online, you may pay the fee in advance with your reservation fee. Otherwise, the fee can be paid in the fee tube at the campground. All additional vehicles must be parked on the spur.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17° | 0° | -30° | 40° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 18° | 2° | -26° | 45° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 34° | 18° | -10° | 56° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 42° | 28° | 1° | 63° | 11 of 11 |
| May | 58° | 40° | 28° | 79° | 3 of 11 |
| June | 68° | 51° | 41° | 83° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 77° | 59° | 49° | 96° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 72° | 58° | 52° | 86° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 67° | 52° | 40° | 80° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 50° | 39° | 23° | 68° | 4 of 10 |
| November | 34° | 25° | 2° | 56° | 10 of 10 |
| December | 24° | 12° | -17° | 45° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
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