Carlton County Bear Lake Campground operates as a county facility from mid-May through September, providing electric hookups for RVs alongside basic amenities like picnic tables and trash service. The campground sits directly adjacent to a freeway, creating constant road noise that affects the camping experience. With only three full RV electric spots available according to recent visitors, space fills quickly during peak season.
The proximity to major transportation routes makes this location easily accessible but compromises the typical camping atmosphere. Campers can make reservations in advance and bring pets to the electric sites. For those seeking more campgrounds around Hillside Terrace Homes, several county and municipal options operate within the immediate area.
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Location
Public CampgroundCarlton County Bear Lake Campground is located in Minnesota
Coordinates
46.50478158 N
92.67228327 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/2/26
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AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/2/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/2/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 29 min from Duluth, MN
- 1 hr 36 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 1 hr 50 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 2 hrs 42 min from Eau Claire, WI
