Where the Superior Hiking Trail meets Lake Agnes, this state park campground requires a steep but short hike to reach two lakeside sites. The East Lake Agnes site sits directly on the water along a rock peninsula, while the western site remains set back in the woods. Campers report clear lake water suitable for swimming with sloping rock entry points and multiple tent pad options scattered across the rooted spruce forest floor.
The site features two fire pits positioned well apart from each other, though the latrine requires a hike back from the lake. Cell service reaches the area, and the location draws steady weekend traffic from Thursday through Sunday. For those exploring the broader North Shore region, campsites near Lutsen provide additional options for multi-day itineraries along the hiking trail.
Description
Free camping often comes with a beautiful hike or paddle, and when you get there it can be hit or miss if they are full since they are all first come first serve. Be prepared to have to continue on to the next area or return to your last point so you are not caught off guard or end up recking a wonderful experience for someone else. And remember to be mindful that much of the Superior Hiking Trail is on private land and they owner can remove it from the system if you are not respectful of this gift. East Lake Agnes Campsites are located on the Superior Hiking Trail and the shores of Lake Agnes. They can be reached by traveling south and west 1.1 miles from the SHT overnight lot on the Caribou Trail/Cty Rd 4 near White Sky rock. Remoteness and wet slopes make advance planning and caution important. Drinking water available with filtration.
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Location
Public CampgroundEast Lake Agnes Campsites is located in Minnesota
Coordinates
47.6999937 N
90.67962597 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Dispersed
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 46 min from Duluth, MN
- 4 hrs 2 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 4 hrs 6 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 5 hrs 13 min from Wausau, WI
