Facility Details - MCDOUGAL LAKE, MN

Overview

McDougal Lake Campground provides easy access to a wide variety of recreational activities including hiking, boating, fishing, picnicking and swimming within the central part of Superior National Forest.

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.

Natural Features:

The 323-acre McDougal Lake is surrounded by a thick forest of birch, maple and pine and sits at an elevation of 1,800 ft. The area is peaceful, rustic and begs for relaxation. One unique feature of the lake is the wild rice growing within it. Birds and wildlife frequent its shores.

Recreation:

The campground offers a one-mile trail that loops along the shore and through the forest, providing a great pastime for families. Kids will also love the sandy swimming beach within the facility.

A boat ramp and shoreline access provide anglers the opportunity for a leisurely afternoon of fishing for walleye and northern pike.

Facilities:

This comfortable facility provides campsites that are either drive-in sites suitable for RVs and trailers or hike-in sites for tent campers.

Campsites are private and separated by woods. The facilities include water from a solar powered pump station and vault toilets.

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.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Pit Toilets Beach Birding Boat Ramp Boating Canoeing Dock Drinking Water Firewood Fishing	Flush Toilets Grills Hiking Lake Access Mountain Biking Parking Area Picnic Area Swimming Trash Collection Wildlife Viewing

Know Before You Go

Some campsites are available for long-term occupancy; contact the project office for information
Click here for more information on the Superior National Forest

Due to the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect our forests by purchasing or collecting firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Click here for more information.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
47.6425, -91.53278
47°38'33"N, 91°31'58"W

McDougal Lake Campground is located on Forest Road 106, 10 miles west of Isabella, Minnesota. From MN-61, turn onto MN-1 at Illgen City and follow to Isabella. Proceed 10 miles west of Isabella to Forest Road 106. Turn left and continue a half-mile to the campground entrance.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

MCDOUGAL LAKE
PO BOX 2159
TOFTE MN 55615

Phone Number:

Project Office:(218)663-7280

Special Events:

The events listed here are not intended to be an all inclusive list. Please contact the park for further details.

The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon takes place on the edge of the Superior National Forest. It occurs annually in late January and early February. The route covers 150 miles for the mid-distance race, and 390 miles for the marathon. A special use permit is required to run the course. from Jan 27 2013 to Feb 15 2013

MCDOUGAL LAKE, MN