About Wilson Lake Rustic Campground & Backcountry Sites
Wilson Lake Rustic Campground is on the shore of the lake and has a drive down boat ramp with a dock. Nearby Little Wilson Lake also has a boat ramp, and there is a portage trail from Wilson to Sister Lake. Wilson Lake Rustic Campground offers 4 sites accessible by car. On the shore of the lake is an additional backcountry campsite accessible by boat, and there is another backcountry site on Little Wilson. For information, see the [Wilson Lake Map](https://usfs-public.box.com/s/evziozex6or4yqgrx8stmh5ni5hs17zg) or read about [backcountry campsites.](http://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/superior/recreation/camping-cabins/?recid=36905&actid=34) [](https://www.fs.usda.govhttp://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd1117011.jpg) Wilson Lake Access. USDA Forest Service photo. [](https://www.fs.usda.govhttp://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd1117013.jpg) Wilson Lake Boat Launch. USDA…
- Fees: There is no fee at rustic campgrounds.
- Managed by: USFS - Superior National Forest
- Where: 17 mi west of Lutsen, MN · 47.66032, -91.06273
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Aug (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–Apr.
Fly over it in 3D, check today's weather and fire news, plan the drive and print a trip plan.
Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grade | ATV road | 0.8 mi | 14.5 mi |
| Whitefish Lake Spur B | ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 1.0 mi | 0.8 mi |
| Houghtaling | ATV road | 1.0 mi | 5.4 mi |
| Hogback Lupus Loop | Hiking | 2.3 mi | 3.7 mi |
| Wilson Lake Spur A | ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 2.5 mi | 0.9 mi |
| Cross/ Wringer ATV B | Hiking | 2.8 mi | 6.0 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
AT&T 5G
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.