Gooseberry Falls Campground

Star4.47
63 reviews
Gooseberry Falls Campground

Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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February 2026

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February 2026
Gooseberry Falls Campground
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.47

Recommended

Based on 63 reviews

61 Google reviews

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"Campers consistently praise Gooseberry Falls Campground for its clean, well‑maintained facilities, wooded and reasonably spaced sites, and immediate access to waterfalls, Lake Superior, and many trails. Most stays are described as peaceful and scenic, though the park is busy on prime weekends and is a primitive campground with no electric hookups."

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Best Time to Camp at Gooseberry Falls Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Accessible trails and waterfall views make summer appealing for visitors.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5
Top 11% in MN

"Beautiful fall colors" highlighted; North Shore foliage is a draw.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring flows likely boost waterfall views; seasonal access/details are limited.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5
Top 18% in MN

Ice and snowy scenery likely attractive, but winter facilities/closures not detailed.

Planning Tips

    About Gooseberry Falls Campground

    Your outdoor fun doesn’t have to end when the sun goes down -- pitch a tent and spend the night! Attend evening naturalist activities, take a moonlit walk, or just sit around your campfire roasting marshmallows and telling stories.
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    Policies & Safety

    No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
    No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

    Weather at Gooseberry Falls Campground

    Reviews

    4.5
    63 reviews
    Recommended
    Recommended
    Gooseberry Falls Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers consistently praise Gooseberry Falls Campground for its clean, well‑maintained facilities, wooded and reasonably spaced sites, and immediate access to waterfalls, Lake Superior, and many trails. Most stays are described as peaceful and scenic, though the park is busy on prime weekends and is a primitive campground with no electric hookups.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 63 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Clean restrooms and hot showers; drinking water noted as clear and good-tasting","Well-maintained grounds and friendly park rangers/hosts","Wooded sites with good privacy and spacing between...
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    Based on 63 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Book early for prime weekends; campground often fills on busy days","Pack for a primitive site: no electric hookups — bring battery power/portable chargers or be prepared to go without...
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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