Knife Island Campground

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Picnic Table
Power Service
Wi Fi
Water Hookup

About Knife Island Campground

Knife Island Campground is a family- and pet-friendly retreat just outside the scenic city of Duluth, Minnesota. Nestled in a wooded setting along the St. Louis River, our campground offers a variety of accommodations—from spacious RV sites and quiet tent sites to cozy, rustic cabins. One of our most unique features is the small island just offshore, a peaceful escape perfect for fishing, hiking, or enjoying a relaxing picnic. Whether you’re looking to unplug in nature or use us as a home base to explore the Duluth area, Knife Island Campground is an ideal choice. What truly sets us apart is the personal touch we bring to every stay. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere where guests feel right at home. Friendly service, clean and well-maintained facilities, and thoughtful conveniences—like firewood delivered directly to your campsite—are all part of the experience. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, our goal is to make your time at Knife Island comfortable, memorable, and stress-free.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Picnic Table
Power Service
Wi Fi
Water Hookup
Waterfront
Fire Pit
Sewer Hookup
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Power Service
  • Water Hookup
  • Sewer Hookup
  • Full Hookups
Connectivity and Media

Connectivity and Media

  • Wi Fi
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

Views and Setting

  • Waterfront
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Reviews (5)

What Guests Are Saying

Knife Island Campground offers a charming and clean environment with friendly and attentive staff, making it a great choice for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Guests appreciated the spacious campsites, well-maintained facilities, and the option for remote sites that enhance privacy. Many expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's welcoming atmosphere and convenient location near biking trails and Duluth.

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Sandra Clough

Sandra Clough

October 16, 2025

5

The Bear Hug Cabin was a delightful surprise! Pretty non-descript outside, but adorable inside. We loved our stay. Best to call about pricing, though. It changed on the website three times in the couple days I was looking.

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KLEEPEDOUT KU

KLEEPEDOUT KU

September 24, 2025

5

My wife and I stayed here from Friday to Monday awesome campsite clean well kept and a good walking area and fishing the staff were so friendly and courteous and not far from biking trails definitely going back ASAP and will continue to with out a hesitation not to mention we got in late for check in when we called it was no problem very nice and welcoming even as we exited we were thanked for staying and met the owner and chatted about our E-bikes we had on our rack very nice keep up the awesomeness at Knife Island.

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Ana Norell

Ana Norell

September 23, 2025

5

We had a fantastic family weekend at Knife Island campground. The staff was friendly and helpful, shower facilities were clean, and our two campsites were perfect: spacious but close enough together to easily spend time as a group. We didn’t hear anyone else all weekend, so it felt like we were the only ones there!

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Heidi P

Heidi P

September 22, 2025

5

We stayed in the Beaver Bungalow cabin for a weekend while hiking the SHT and it was delightful!! The campsite was clean and the folks there were all super friendly and attentive. The shower/bath house was the cleanest I’ve ever seen at a campground. Room service for firewood and ice too!! The cabin itself was adorable and clean and a fun alternative to tent camping. We would absolutely stay here again.

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Chris Johnson

Chris Johnson

August 11, 2025

5

Knife Island Campground is wonderful. We chose a remote site with electric and water, even though we have a camper that can use full hook ups. We were delighted by the privacy and the rustic feeling of being in the woods. Our camper looked out onto green trees, green vegetation and was so calming. It was wonderful! Our hosts were friendly and helpful and informative! We would recommend this campground if you want a great experience up north! We also loved how close it was to Duluth!

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Location Knife Island Campground

Address:
234 W Highway 61
Esko, MN, 55733
United States

Highway access

The campground is on County Route 61 (Highway 61). Interstate 35 (I-35) is a short drive away, providing additional regional access.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.7041 / -92.4158

Elevation: 340 feet

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Nearby destinations


Last updated: July 7, 2026