Pfeiffer Lake

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·Superior National Forest

Overview

Pfeiffer Lake Campground, located adjacent to it's namesake lake, is a small, peaceful and scenic facility in the Superior National Forest of Minnesota. The lake's healthy population of fish make it a favorite spot for anglers, and the swim beach, playground and picnic area provide fun for the whole family.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 8)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 1)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

Natural Features

Playground at Pfeiffer Lake - Credits: Bob McNamara
Fishing Dock - Credits: Bob McNamara
Pfeiffer Lake 1 - Credits: Bob McNamara
Boat Landing at Pfeiffer Lake - Credits: Bob McNamara

The campground sits in a forest of mixed hardwoods and pine and new pine and cedar have been planted.

The lake is 57 acres and has an irregular shoreline great for exploring by canoe or kayak. The lake area is also a nesting place for loons and a habitat for other birds and wildlife.

Recreation

Pfeiffer Lake - Credits: Bob McNamara

Pfeiffer Lake has many activities, fishing being one of the most popular. Panfish, bass, perch and walleye can be caught from the fishing dock or offshore, accessible via the facility's boat ramp.

Canoeing and kayaking are also a favorite pastime.

The picnic area is next to a grassy swimming beach and 3-mile hiking trail.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 45ft

  • tent-Up to 45ft

  • trailer-Up to 45ft

Nearby Attractions

Numerous outdoor recreation opportunities lie within Superior National Forest's 77 lake accesses, 13 fishing piers, 10 swimming beaches and 22 picnic areas. The forest is also home to three scenic byways.

Additional sites of interest

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