South Kawishiwi River
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About South Kawishiwi River
South Kawishiwi River is a national park campground at Superior National Forest in Lake 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.
South Kawishiwi River 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 87 ft.
Other campgrounds at Superior National Forest include Birch Lake Campground, Fall Lake, Fenske Lake Campground and McDougal Lake Campground.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 73 · 2024: 80 · 2025: 66
Location
Address
Ely, Minnesota
Coordinates
47.8156, -91.7314
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 211 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Birch Lake Campground
Superior National Forest
Fall Lake
Superior National Forest
Fenske Lake Campground
Superior National Forest
McDougal Lake Campground
Superior National Forest
Group Camp - tents only, no campers/RV's allowed
Bear Head Lake State Park
Guest House
Bear Head Lake State Park
South Kawishiwi River FAQ
How far in advance should I book South Kawishiwi River?
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 South Kawishiwi River?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at South Kawishiwi River. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at South Kawishiwi River right now?
South Kawishiwi River 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.
Where is South Kawishiwi River located?
South Kawishiwi River is located in Superior National Forest, near Ely, Minnesota.
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