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Camping · Minnesota

Fort Charlotte Backcountry Campgrounds

Campground · Fee

2 sites

Fast facts

Cost
$0.00
Type
Campground
Sites
2 total · 2 reservable · 0 first come
Reservations
nps.gov
Phone
(218) 475-0123
Coordinates
48.0037, -89.8283
Last verified
September 19, 2026
48.0037° N · 89.8283° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 19, 2026

About this place

Two backcountry campsites, accessible to hikers and canoeists, are located at the Pigeon River (Canada/U.S. border) end of Grand Portage National Monument. Each campsite is limited to nine people. Camping permits are required and issued by the park. A permit system allows campers to reserve a campsite in advance. Allow a minimum of two weeks in advance for permit processing.

From the managing agency.

Is this site free?

No. this site charges $0.00. 2 of its sites are reservable through nps.gov.

Can I bring an RV to this site?

this site has 2 sites on record. 2 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.

How do I get to this site?

Fort Charlotte is reached by canoeing down the Pigeon River from South Fowl Lake or hiking up the Grand Portage footpath from the historic depot/heritage center area on Grand Portage Bay of Lake Superior. An alternative entry to the Grand Portage footpath can be accessed by driving up County Road 17 to the trailhead where Old Highway 61 intersects the portage.

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What is the weather like at this site?

Short, warm summers and long, cold winters define the climate of northern Minnesota. Average range of summer temperature is from 55°F to 78°F in July and average range of winter temperatures is from –11°F to 12°F in January. In Grand Portage on the shore of Lake Superior, precipitation is typically 26 to 29 inches annually but higher in the interior highlands nearer the Fort Charlotte side of the Grand Portage footpath. For more information go to: http://www.nps.gov/grpo/planyourvisit/weather.htm

What are the rules at this site?

Quiet hours - In order to insure a quality camping experience, quiet hours are enforced from 10 P.M. to 6 A.M. Ground Disturbance - Do not dig or disrupt the topsoil. Tent floors - There are two wooden tent platforms in each campsite. Please use them when available. Garbage and Waste - Visitors must be prepared to carry their refuse out of the park. Do not dispose of garbage in toilets, bury it or throw it in the river. Pets - Pets are best left at home. Dogs must be on lease, no longer than 6 feet in length. Pet excrement must be removed if it is within 200 feet of the trail, campsite or water.

Nearby

No other services within 50 mi on the record.

SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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