Whiteface Reservoir

FS USDA Forest Service · AURORA, MN · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Max RV Length 50 ft

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Electric Hookup 50 amp
Style Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites71
RV Sites22
Sites Accepting RVs43
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites71
Max RV Length50 ft
Max Amps50
Electric Hookup Sites27
Back-In Sites43
SurfaceGravel

Location

47.3327778, -92.1438889 · LAURENTIAN RANGER DISTRICT , AURORA , MN 55705

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Description

Overview

Whiteface Reservoir Campground offers an ideal getaway for anglers, boaters and families. The provided swim beach, playground and five picnic areas offer hours of entertainment, and the scenery provides a relaxing backdrop for the day's activities.



Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of 3 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

A boat launch located at the campground provides access to the great walleye, panfish and northern fishery in the reservoir. The fish cleaning house next to the boat launch gives anglers the chance to clean their fish in time for lunch at the picnic area.

Children will have a great time playing on the playground and on the small, sandy beach. There are also 2.5 miles of hiking trails within the facility.

Facilities

Whiteface Reservoir Campground provides sites for RV and tent camping, along with a few hike-in sites. The opposite shoreline is dotted with private residences.

A few sites overlook the reservoir, and all sites offer shade and privacy. The campground also has some long-term sites that have a yearly fee associated with them.

Campground hosts are available on-site to assist visitors.

Natural Features

Campsites are in a mixed forest including aspen, birch and maple. The reservoir provides 4,980 acres of calm, clean waters. Numerous species of birds and wildlife inhabit the area.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (218) 453-8650.

Nearby Attractions

There is a store available on-site that provides firewood, bait, bug spray, snacks and other small items.

Numerous outdoor recreation opportunities lie within Superior National Forest's 77 lake accesses, 13 fishing piers, 10 swimming beaches and 22 picnic areas. The forest is also home to three scenic byways.

Additional sites of interest.

Directions

From Eveleth, Minnesota, take Highway 53 south for 7.8 miles, turn east on County Road 16 and travel 18.5 miles. Turn south on County Road 618 and travel 2.5 miles to Whiteface Reservoir.

Activities

CAMPING FISHING HIKING SWIMMING SITE

Details

FeeWHITEFACE RESERVOIR CG. Campsite (no electric), Per camping unit, per night $22.00 or $24.00 Campsite (with Electric), Per camping unit, Per night $22.00 or $26.00 +$6 electric attribute fee Extra Vehicle (space permitting), Per Vehicle per night, $8.00 Long- Term Campsite*, Per Site, Per Month no electric $395.00 or $545.00 with electric Long- Term Campsite*, Per Site, Per Season no electric $1040.00 or $1675.00 with electric Group Site (Electric), Per Night, $135.00, (Occupancy not to Exceed 45 persons) *Long- Term Campsite rentals subject to mutual agreement
Phone(218)229-8800
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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