Harriet Lake Rustic Campground
Open for the 2026 season from May 8 through October 1. First-come, first-served with no fees. No potable water available; treat lake water before use. Pack out all garbage including fish remains.
Fire Weather Watch issued July 12 at 1:46PM CDT until July 13 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING FOR VERY HOT TEMPERATURES COMBINING WITH GUSTY SOUTHWEST WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY OVER PARTS OF NORTHEAST MINNESOTA... * AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Koochiching, North St. Louis, Northern Cook and Lake, North Itasca and Central St. Louis. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 25 percent. * IMPACTS...The rapid spread of any fires may occur due to the forecast weather conditions and dry fuels per guidance from local land management agencies.
Red Flag Warning issued July 12 at 1:46PM CDT until July 12 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING FOR VERY HOT TEMPERATURES COMBINING WITH GUSTY SOUTHWEST WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY OVER PARTS OF NORTHEAST MINNESOTA... * AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Koochiching, North St. Louis, Northern Cook and Lake, North Itasca and Central St. Louis. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 25 percent. * IMPACTS...The rapid spread of any fires may occur due to the forecast weather conditions and dry fuels per guidance from local land management agencies.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 12 at 1:44PM CDT until July 14 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 100. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Crow Wing, Aitkin, Pine, Koochiching, Cass, Itasca, Carlton, St. Louis, Cook and Lake Counties. In Wisconsin, Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Iron, Sawyer, and Washburn Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Bad River Reservation, the Fond du Lac Band, the Grand Portage Reservation, the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation, the Red Cliff Band, the northwestern area of the Lac du Flambeau Band, the St. Croix Band in Burnett County, the Mille Lacs Band, East Lake, Big Sandy Lake, Hinckley and, Lena Lake areas and the Bois Forte Band, Deer Creek, Lake Vermilion and, Nett Lake areas. Other locations including Voyageurs National Park, Madeline Island and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. The entire Boundary Waters is also included. * WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heat index values up to 108 expected in northern Ashland and Bayfield Counties along the South Shore. Little to no relief from the heat is possible Sunday night as continued very warm heat indices in the 70s are forecast Sunday night.
About
Harriet Lake Rustic Campground sits on the site of an abandoned farm in Superior National Forest, where the once-cultivated land now grows coneflowers and other plants rarely found in the surrounding boreal forest. The campground offers 6 free, first-come, first-served campsites with fire rings and tent pads. Four of the six sites exceed 21 feet and can accommodate RVs. The lake is accessed via a boat ramp and dock, supporting populations of walleye, northern pike, and crappies. Swimming is permitted but at your own risk with no lifeguard on duty. A large open area provides opportunities for group picnicking, though there are no shelters and tables are limited. This is a true rustic experience: no potable water is available, so lake water must be treated, boiled, or filtered before use. There is no garbage service, and campers must pack out all trash including fish remains. Vault toilets are provided. Dogs are permitted but must be leashed (6 feet or shorter), kept in tent or vehicle at night, and owners must remove all waste.
Directions
From Finland, take Co 7 off of MN 1 all the way to Harriet Lake on the right. From Isabella, take FR 172 off of MN 1 to Co 7, turn left, and Harriet Lake is on the right. From Tofte, take MN 61 south to FR 343 (Temperance River Rd) just south of the Temperance River, turn right on FR 343, go left at the T with FR 166 (the "600" Road), go right at the T with Co 7, follow Co 7 past the intersection with FR 172, and Harriet Lake is on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (218) 663-8060 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Harriet Lake Rustic Campground |
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