Whitefish Lake Rustic Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 47.7189, -91.0447
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Whitefish Lake Rustic Campground includes a 3 site rustic campground and also provides the starting point for the and the Timber-Frear Canoe Route which includes 11 backcountry campsites scattered on 5 lakes. These lakes, along with four others, are interconnected with portages to form an excellent canoe route and camping experience outside of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. There is no boat launch for trailered boats at Whitefish Lake, carry down access only. This campground is also located on the Timber-Frear Grant-In-Aid OHV route and provides ride-in and ride-out opportunities for OHV riders. There is no garbage pick up at Whitefish Rustic Campground or Timber-Frear backcountry sites. Plan to pack out all your garbage, including fish remains from cleaning fish.
From the USFS.
Is Whitefish Lake Rustic Campground free?
Yes. Whitefish Lake Rustic Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Whitefish Lake Rustic Campground?
From MN 61 northeast of Schroeder: Between Schroeder and the entrance to Temperance River State Park, turn inland on FR 343 (Temperance River Rd.). Drive 4 miles to a T intersection with FR 166 (The "600" Road). Turn left, drive 1 mile to FR 346. Turn right on FR 346. Drive 5.5 miles to FR 170 (The Grade). Turn left on FR 170. Drive 2 miles to FR 348 (Whitefish Lake Access). Turn right on FR 348. Drive 4.5 miles to Whitefish Lake Rustic Campground.
Nearby
- Fourmile Rustic Campground3.9 mi
- Wilson Lake Rustic Campground4.1 mi
- Toohey Lake Rustic Campground4.2 mi
- Silver Island Rustic Campground4.9 mi
- Harriet Lake Rustic Campground5.3 mi
- Hogback Lake Rustic Campground6.7 mi
- Temperance River Campground7.8 mi
- Kawishiwi Lake Rustic Campground8.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
