Little Isabella River Campground
Little Isabella River Campground is a national forest campground in Minnesota. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Minnesota
- Coordinates
- 47.64833, -91.42611
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Berry Picking, Biking, Camping, Fishing, Mushroom Picking, Off Highway Vehicle Trails, Off Road Vehicle Trails, Photography, Picnicking, Recreational Vehicles, Scenic Drive, Star Gazing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 218-663-8063
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Little Isabella River Campground
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
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Superior Fuel Company · 26 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 278 designated routes (387 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Isabella River Campground | Private campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Little Isabella River Campground | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Eighteen Lake Rustic Campground | National forest campground | 3.8 mi | — | — |
| Eighteen Lake Campground | Private campground | 3.8 mi | — | — |
| McDougal Lake Campground | National forest campground | 5.0 mi | — | Electric |
| McDougal Lake Campground | Private campground | 5.1 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.