Pfeiffer Lake
Superior National Forest
Pfeiffer Lake Campground, located adjacent to it's namesake lake, is a small, peaceful and scenic facility in the Superior National Forest of Minnesota. The lake's healthy population of fish make it a favorite spot for anglers, and the swim beach, playground and picnic area provide fun for the whole family.
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.
The campground has 16 total campsites 8 reservable and 8 first-come, first-served campsites, some of which can accommodate RVs. The campground provides fire rings, tables, drinking water, vault toilets and a centrally located playground that offers children a great place to run off the day's energy.
A campground host is on site to answer questions.
Need to Know
Campground will be closed and gates typically will be locked December 1 through May 1.
There is no drinking water, garbage service or toilet cleaning in the winter season.
Additional fee for second vehicle (non-towed) is $6.00/per day.
The site must be occupied in the first 24 hours of reservation.
NO FIREWORKS.
Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. 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.
Natural Features
The campground sits in a forest of mixed hardwoods and pine and new pine and cedar have been planted.
The lake is 57 acres and has an irregular shoreline great for exploring by canoe or kayak. The lake area is also a nesting place for loons and a habitat for other birds and wildlife.
Nearby Attractions
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
Recreation
Pfeiffer Lake has many activities, fishing being one of the most popular. Panfish, bass, perch and walleye can be caught from the fishing dock or offshore, accessible via the facility's boat ramp.
Canoeing and kayaking are also a favorite pastime.
The picnic area is next to a grassy swimming beach and 3-mile hiking trail.
Contact Information
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LAURENTIAN RANGER DISTRICT PFEIFEER LAKE CAMPGROUND 318 FORESTRY ROAD AURORA MN 55705
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Virginia, Minnesota, take Highway 53 north for 21 miles to County Road 22. Turn onto County Road 22 and travel east for 10 miles. Turn south on Forest Road 256 and travel 1.2 miles to Pfeiffer Lake Campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 003, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop PFEI, Type Standard Nonelectric
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