Ninemile Lake Campground

Superior National Forest

Ninemile Lake Campground is perfect for people wanting to do some exploring while camping. A boat ramp leads to Ninemile Lake, complete with islands and hidden bays. For birders and hikers, there is a trail through boreal hardwoods, beginning across the road from the campground entrance, with 0.5 miles of maintained hiking trail. North of the campground, on County 7, is access to Echo Lake, a portage access to Goldeneye Lake.

This is a moderate size facility, with 13 first come, first served campsites and 13 reservable sites that are private and close to the water. Trash collection, solar powered water pump, and restrooms are provided.

Notifications and Alerts

Reservations for this location must be made at least 7 days prior to arrival.

Need to Know

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Maximum of nine people per site. There is space for one vehicle and one towed vehicle (such as a boat trailer). Additional vehicles on the site require additional half fee and must park on the spur. No vehicles may park on the grass or where they impede traffic.
Please use facilities provided such as fire rings, tent pads, and latrines.
Dispose of waste in containers provided.
Water faucets are for drinking water only, do not use as wash areas.
Noise limits enforced, respect your fellow campers.
Store your food so wildlife can't get to it. Bears and other animals will eat food that isn't stored securely.
RV Camping
- Sites are pull-in and not specifically designed for RVs. Most can accommodate a moderately sized vehicle, some may not be suitable for an RV.

Natural Features

The area is scenic and easily accessible. Superior National Forest is known for its boreal forest ecosystem, numerous clean lakes, diversity of plants and animals, and colorful cultural history.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous outdoor recreation opportunities lie within Superior National Forest's 77 lake access areas, 13 fishing piers, 10 swimming beaches, and 22 picnic areas. The forest is also home to three scenic byways.

Recreation

Ninemile Lake is close to 300 acres in size. It is a popular fishing spot for walleye, northern, bass, and pan fish. The surrounding National Forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking in secluded woodlands, canoeing, and hunting.

Changes & Cancellations

Rules and Reservation Policies

Contact Information

Mailing

PO Box 2159 7355 W. Hwy 61 Tofte MN 55615

Physical

8915 Lake Co. 7 (Cramer Road) Finland MN 55603

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 218-663-8063

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

Ninemile Lake Campground is off County Road 7, northwest of Schroeder and northeast of Finland.

From MN 61, at Schroeder, turn on Co.1 (Cramer Rd.)
Follow Co.1 (it will turn to Co.8) about 10 miles to Co.7.
Turn right on Co.7, and go 4 miles.
The campground entrance is on the left.

Alternatively, from MN 61 north of Silver Bay, take MN 1 to Finland.

In Finland, take Co. 7 to Ninemile Lake on left.

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