Whiteface Reservoir
Whiteface Reservoir Campground offers an ideal getaway for anglers, boaters and families. The provided swim beach, playground and five picnic areas offer hours of entertainment, and the scenery provides a relaxing backdrop for the day's activities. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of 3 million acres. The forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border. Visitors can find recreation opportunities year-round, including travel in the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 17 |
| RV with electric | 12 |
| RV, no hookups | 10 |
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
| group standard electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 25 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
34 sites in 10 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 030* | Long Term | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 031* | Long Term | RV | Back-in | 45 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| Long Term RV Sites Electric | Long Term | RV electric | Back-in | Gravel | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||||
| Long Term RV Sites Non Electric | Long Term | RV | Back-in | Gravel | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||||
| 004 | Loop 1 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| 009 | R1LS | RV | Back-in | 45 | Paved | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 026 | R2LS | RV | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 027 | R2LS | RV | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 024 | RSV2 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 30 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 029 | RSV2 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | No | 8 / 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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | WHITEFACE RESERVOIR CG. Campsite (no electric), Per camping unit, per night $22.00 or $24.00 Campsite (with Electric), Per camping unit, Per night $22.00 or $26.00 +$6 electric attribute fee Extra Vehicle (space permitting), Per Vehicle per night, $8.00 Long- Term Campsite*, Per Site, Per Month no… |
| Accessibility | Sites 004, 034, 035, 037 and 3 more are listed accessible |
Whiteface Reservoir Campground provides sites for RV and tent camping, along with a few hike-in sites. The opposite shoreline is dotted with private residences. A few sites overlook the reservoir, and all sites offer shade and privacy. The campground also has some long-term sites that have a yearly fee associated with them. Campground hosts are available on-site to assist visitors.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May 3 to October 1 |
| Forest | Superior National Forest |
| Booking | Some sites are reservable through Recreation.gov's Whiteface Reservoir Campground page. |
| Fees | Single Sites Standard: $26/night. Premium: $28/night. Long-term Standard: $425/month, $1125/season. Long-term Premium: $590/month, $1810/season, includes electricity. Group Sites Standard: $145/night, includes electricity. |
| Rules | Maximum of 9 people per site. There is space for 1 vehicle and 1 towed vehicle (such as a boat trailer). Additional vehicles at the site require additional half fee and must park on the spur. No vehicles may park on the grass or where they impede traffic. ATVs not allowed. |
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Getting there
From Eveleth, Minnesota, take Highway 53 south for 7.8 miles, turn east on County Road 16 and travel 18.5 miles. Turn south on County Road 618 and travel 2.5 miles to Whiteface Reservoir.
| Nearest town | Aurora, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 47.3328° N, 92.1439° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Agate Bay Outfitters ↗ | 30.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32 mi |
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Superior National Forest/Whiteface Reservoir Campground/ A Bail Out Camp Out
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miWhiteface - Spur A0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miWhiteface - Spur B0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miWhiteface0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miWhiteface - Spur C0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miWhiteface - Spur D0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miWhiteface - Spur E0.3 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
Superior National Forest begins about 0.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.1 miSuperior 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.
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Natural features
Campsites are in a mixed forest including aspen, birch and maple. The reservoir provides 4,980 acres of calm, clean waters. Numerous species of birds and wildlife inhabit the area.
Recreation
A boat launch located at the campground provides access to the great walleye, panfish and northern fishery in the reservoir. The fish cleaning house next to the boat launch gives anglers the chance to clean their fish in time for lunch at the picnic area. Children will have a great time playing on the playground and on the small, sandy beach. There are also 2.5 miles of hiking trails within the facility.
Nearby
There is a store available on-site that provides firewood, bait, bug spray, snacks and other small items. 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. Additional sites of interest.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Whiteface Reservoir?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Whiteface Reservoir?
WHITEFACE RESERVOIR CG. Campsite (no electric), Per camping unit, per night $22.00 or $24.00 Campsite (with Electric), Per camping unit, Per night $22.00 or $26.00 +$6 electric attribute fee Extra Vehicle (space permitting), Per Vehicle per night, $8.00 Long- Term Campsite*, Per Site, Per Month no…
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Whiteface Reservoir?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Whiteface Reservoir have?
71 sites, including 17 standard sites with power, 12 RV sites with electric, 10 RV sites without hookups, and 6 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Whiteface Reservoir?
The longest site here provides 50 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
Does Whiteface Reservoir have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Whiteface Reservoir?
Yes, pets are allowed at Whiteface Reservoir. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Whiteface Reservoir?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Maximum of 9 people per site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Whiteface Reservoir?
Sites 004, 034, 035, and 037 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Whiteface Reservoir?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Whiteface Reservoir?
A boat launch located at the campground provides access to the great walleye, panfish and northern fishery in the reservoir. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Whiteface Reservoir?
Aurora, Minnesota. There is a store available on-site that provides firewood, bait, bug spray, snacks and other small items.
Source: Getting there