Pfeiffer Lake
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At a Glance
About Pfeiffer Lake
Pfeiffer Lake is a national park campground at Superior National Forest in Saint Louis County, Minnesota. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Pfeiffer Lake is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 45 ft. Campers rate it 4.8/5 across 38 reviews.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 40 · 2024: 35 · 2025: 21
Location
Address
Aurora, Minnesota
Coordinates
47.7531, -92.4722
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •August sees 76 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Pfeiffer Lake FAQ
How far in advance should I book Pfeiffer Lake?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Pfeiffer Lake?
August typically sees the highest reservation activity at Pfeiffer Lake. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Pfeiffer Lake right now?
Pfeiffer Lake is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
How often is availability checked at Pfeiffer Lake?
Campsite Tonight monitors Pfeiffer Lake for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 29 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Where is Pfeiffer Lake located?
Pfeiffer Lake is located in Superior National Forest, near Aurora, Minnesota.
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