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Little Isabella River Campground

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USDA Forest Service
11Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
11Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground

Overview Little Isabella River Campground is a small, secluded campground in a grove of red and white pines in the central part of Superior National Forest, just 4.5 miles west of Isabella, Minnesota. This is a great campground for campers seeking a quiet spot in the woods and anglers interested in fishing the Little Isabella River.   The Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of three 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. Recreation The Little Isabella River, a small stream with occasional riffles, is a popular fishing spot for brook trout. The surrounding national forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking in secluded woodlands, canoeing and hunting. Facilities This is a small facility with six first come first served campsites, and five reservable campsites. All sites are private and close to the water. Trash collection and restrooms are provided. Natural Features The campground lies among towering red pine trees at an elevation of 1,900 ft. The area is scenic and secluded. The 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 the 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (218) 663-8060.Charges & Cancellations Changes and cancellations are allowed up to 48 hours prior to date of arrival.

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Reported fields across the 11 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.

Party limit
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Vehicle limit
11
Vehicle length
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Driveway entry
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Shade
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Standard Nonelectric
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Operator directions

Little Isabella River Campground is located 4.5 miles west of Isabella, Minnesota. From MN-61, turn on MN-1 at Illgen City. Continue for 4.5 miles west of Isabella the campground entrance.

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THE ACTUAL SITES

11 published campsite records

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SITE / LOOPTYPEEQUIPMENT LIMITSPEOPLE / VEHICLESDRIVEWAYELECTRIC / SHADE
Site 1
Little Isabella CG - East Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 10
Little Isabella CG - West Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 11
Little Isabella CG - West Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 2
Little Isabella CG - East Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 3
Little Isabella CG - East Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 4
Little Isabella CG - East Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 5
Little Isabella CG - West Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 6
Little Isabella CG - West Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 7
Little Isabella CG - West Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 8
Little Isabella CG - West Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported
Site 9
Little Isabella CG - West Loop
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Standard NonelectricNot reportedNumeric screening only9 people
1 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Not reported

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