How do I find last-minute availability at Iron Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Iron Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Iron Lake Campground have?

Iron Lake Campground has 7 campsites.

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Iron Lake Campground

Superior National Forest, Minnesota

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In High Demand

Next Open Dates

Aug 30Aug 31Sep 1

4 sites open on Aug 30 at Iron Lake Campground. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.

Notices from Recreation.gov

One vehicle is included in the regular fee; second vehicle must pay an extra vehicle fee of $12/night upon arrival.

Carry-down boat access to lake.

Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside a hard-sided vehicle and remove all food from area after eating.

Click here for more information on the Superior National Forest

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 24, 2026. Check Iron Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive daysMaximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transactionReservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrivalBook up to: 6 MonthsTribal discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Iron Lake Campground, read on August 24, 2026.