Jeanette Lake
Jeanette Lake Campground is a small, single-loop campground on a peninsula reaching out onto the glacier-carved Lake Jeanette in Superior National Forest. Originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, this sweet, picturesque campground is well worth the drive. The facility provides sites that are usually accessible to RVs and tent trailers along with tent-only and hike-in sites. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of three million acres. The forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
11 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
| 02 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
| 04 | Tent only | 20 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes | |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
| 08 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes | |
| 09 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 9 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There are 12 sites total with six reservable standard sites, 4 First Come First Serve standard sites, and two First Come First Serve tent-only sites. Most sites have a view of the lake and some are located on the lakeshore. The campsites are close together providing fair privacy, except for walk-in sites which enjoy excellent privacy. The walk-in tent sites have an additional backcountry latrine nearby (campers may want to bring toilet paper). Lake Jeanette also has six dispersed backcountry sites that are first-come, first-served and accessible only by boat.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Orr, Minnesota, take St. Louis County Road 23 for 16 miles to Buyck. At Buyck, County Road 23 turns into County Road 24. Continue on County Road 24 for 8 miles to the Echo Trail. Turn right onto the Echo Trail and continue 12 miles to Jeannette Lake Campground.
| Nearest town | Cook, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 48.1322° N, 92.2958° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 11.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20.6 mi |
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Video
Video of Jeanette Lake, MN from Scott M.
Worth a stop
Possible day trips from the campground include Voyageurs National Park, Crane Lake and Vermillion Falls. 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 and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Additional sites of interest
- 12.7 miCrane Lake Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miAstrid Main4.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 0.6 miNigh Creek Spur A0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 0.8 miNorway ↗8.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miOld Echo1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 0.9 miNigh Creek Overlook0.2 mi trail · hiking
- 1.1 miAstrid SE Area Spur1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Superior National Forest.
- inSuperior National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,886,760 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Natural features
Created long ago by a massive glacier, this lake is considered by many to be a special location. The campground is wooded with a pleasant mix of hardwoods, pine and spruce providing shade for most sites. The understory of fern, wildflowers and grass is kept under control by mowing, giving the campground a manicured appearance. Glacial "erratics" (massive boulders) left behind by the receding glacier give the campground character and a place for moss to grow.
Recreation
The winding shoreline and islands make the 638-acre Lake Jeanette a great place to explore in a canoe or kayak. Fishing opportunities include walleye, northern pike and perch. The campground provides access to the Astrid Lake Hiking Trail for those who want to stretch their legs. The surrounding national forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking in secluded woodlands and canoeing in pristine lakes and rivers.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Jeanette Lake?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Jeanette Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Jeanette Lake have?
14 sites, including 9 standard sites without power and 3 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Jeanette Lake?
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Jeanette Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Jeanette Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Jeanette Lake?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Jeanette Lake?
The winding shoreline and islands make the 638-acre Lake Jeanette a great place to explore in a canoe or kayak. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Jeanette Lake?
Cook, Minnesota. Possible day trips from the campground include Voyageurs National Park, Crane Lake and Vermillion Falls.
Source: Getting there
What if Jeanette Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lake Jeanette Campground & Backcountry Sites (under 0.1 mi, partly first-come), Echo Lake (Minn) (9.4 mi, partly first-come), and Fenske Lake Campground (20 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby