Lower Campground

Star4.73
24 reviews
Schroeder, MN, USA (no street address provided)
Scenic ViewsSummer Destination

Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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January 2026

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January 2026
Lower 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

4.73

Top-Rated

Based on 24 reviews

22 Google reviews

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"Campers consistently praise Lower Campground for its unbeatable Lake Superior views, direct lakeshore access, and peaceful, scenic setting—many call it a great spot for hikes, rock-play, and watching dramatic waves or ice formations. Sites offer good privacy with trees and bushes between spots, reasonable rates, and friendly staff, though a few reviewers noted road noise for roadside pitches and minimal hookups."

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Campground Map

Schroeder, MN, USA (no street address provided)
No map location available

Best Time to Camp at Lower Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5
Top 14% in MN

Summer offers lakeside views and gorge hikes; scenery praised in visitor notes.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
5.0 / 5
Top 1% in MN

North Woods foliage plus waterfalls likely make fall outstanding for visitors.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring returns scenery but can be muddy/high water; fewer amenities noted.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

No winter info; likely closed/limited services and harsh conditions on North Shore.

Planning Tips

    About Lower Campground

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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.

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    Reviews

    4.7
    24 reviews
    Top-Rated
    Top-Rated
    Lower Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers consistently praise Lower Campground for its unbeatable Lake Superior views, direct lakeshore access, and peaceful, scenic setting—many call it a great spot for hikes, rock-play, and watching dramatic waves or ice formations. Sites offer good privacy with trees and bushes between spots, reasonable rates, and friendly staff, though a few reviewers noted road noise for roadside pitches and minimal hookups.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 24 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Direct lakeshore location and outstanding views of Lake Superior","Easy beach/rock access for children and walking (great for waves and ice-formation viewing)","Wooded sites with bushes/trees...
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    Based on 24 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Try to reserve lakefront sites (reviewers mention sites 40–45) — if unavailable, consider the upper campground for a lake view alternative","Bring your own water, power (generators or battery...
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    Last updated January 13, 2026
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