Grand Marais Municipal Campground and Marina

07/20/2026

As of noon today July 20th. All campfires are banned. Please respect the ban and do not have any fires.

⚠️ ALERT ⚠️

To help ensure public safety and protect natural resources, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is activating Class IV burning restrictions beginning 12:01 p.m., Monday, July 20, for Cook, Koochiching, Lake and northern St. Louis counties, and also including all of George Washington State Forest and Scenic State Park. While the DNR’s restrictions do not control tribal lands, these restrictions align with current burning regulations for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa and Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa.

Under Class IV burning restrictions:
🔥 Campfires or recreational fires are not allowed.
🔥 Welding, acetylene torches, or other devices with open flame are prohibited in proximity to combustible vegetation, except under special permits.
🔥 Only gas or propane camp stoves may be used in the backcountry or at campsites.
🔥 Charcoal fires are allowed, in a grill designed for that purpose, at occupied homes, cabins and resorts.

Forecasts call for erratic weather, shifting winds, and the potential for isolated damaging wind gusts and thunderstorms, which will significantly challenge firefighting efforts. With little precipitation and above‑average temperatures expected, fire danger is likely to remain high until the area receives substantial rainfall. Restrictions will remain in place until lifted by the DNR commissioner.

Public safety is our highest priority. If you spot a wildfire, move to a safe location and call 911 immediately. Ensure you obey all closures.

For current fire danger and burning restrictions, visit: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html

07/16/2026

Cook county is still open for business.

01/26/2026

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11/07/2025

That's a wrap on the 2025 season. The campground and marina have officially been put to bed for the winter. The final buoys were taken out yesterday. Thanks to all of our guests for a great year . We will see you again in 2026. Only 6 months until we open 😊

09/24/2024

Behold - Our beloved Bear in the Boat is back! After a two-year, 27,0000 mile circumnavigation of the globe, The Bear has returned to the gateway of the Gunflint Trail next to the Library commons. Upon seeing the world, the Bear is sure that there’s no place finer than Grand Marais, the Gunflint Trail, and all of Cook County. When asked what was missed most about home, the Bear mentioned “golfing at Gunflint Hills, fishing on Lake Superior, camping at the Rec Park, and eating blueberries at an undisclosed location up the trail.” Welcome back Bear! And Thank You Dave Woerheidi of Border Designs Signs for giving the Bear and the Boat a whole new lease on life.

02/29/2024

Just a reservation reminder for anyone booking in September. The 6 months to the day gets a few days off after today. Tonight at midnight opens August 30th arrivals on March 1st so any bookings for September will be off by two days. So September 1st arrivals will begin booking on March 3rd and so on. We are in the office during the week during the off season. Call us with any questions. As of tomorrow only 2 months until opening day!