About Two Island Lake Campground
Two Island Lake Campground is near Grand Marais, but off the beaten path. It offers the services of a fee campground with water, toilets, and trash containers, plus a boat ramp on a lake filled with walleye, smallmouth bass and northerns.For an even more secluded camping or canoeing experience, the nearby Twin Lakes Canoe Route offers backcountry canoeing and campsites similar to those in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. See the Camping and Twin Lakes Canoe Route information sheets for more details.The Eagle Mountain Hiking Trail is four miles to the west of Two Islands and provides a hike into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to the top of Minnesota’s tallest peak, Eagle Mountain. A trail map with more information about travel in a wilderness area is available.Downloadable information and map.
How to Get There
Two Island Lake Campground is about 15 mi northwest of Grand Marais.From MN 61 in Grand Marais, follow County Road 12 (Gunflint Trail) 3.7 mi north to Co. 8.Turn left and continue 6 mi to Co. 27.Turn right on 27 and continue 4 miles to the campground entrance.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
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Long-sleeve shirt
Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
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Light shell or windbreaker
Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 0 mph).
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Hiking pants or convertible
Layer for variable conditions.
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Trail runners or low boots
Comfortable, broken in.
🎒 What to Pack
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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection
Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Two Island Lake Campground
Heading to Two Island Lake Campground? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Two Island Lake Campground?
No central reservation system listed for Two Island Lake Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/240995) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Two Island Lake Campground?
Two Island Lake Campground is about 15 mi northwest of Grand Marais.From MN 61 in Grand Marais, follow County Road 12 (Gunflint Trail) 3.7 mi north to Co. 8.Turn left and continue 6 mi to Co. 27.Turn right on 27 and continue 4 miles to the campground entrance.
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