Cadotte Lake
Superior National Forest — lakeside, hiking
Location: AURORA, MN, MN
Price: From $26 per night
Price range: $26–$1150 per night
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (31 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Cadotte Lake Campground lines the western shore of Cadotte Lake in Superior National Forest. A boat ramp and fishing dock make the campground convenient for anglers, and the sandy swimming beach is popular among families. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota’s arrowhead region, is comprised of 3 million acres.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Boat Launch
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Cadotte Lake Campground lines the western shore of Cadotte Lake in Superior National Forest with a boat ramp, fishing dock, and sandy swimming beach popular among families. The campground offers convenient access to year-round recreation in northeastern Minnesota's 3-million-acre forest.
Wildlife alert: Moose, Fisher, American Marten, Bald Eagle, Common Loon, and Canada Jay documented within 8km
Insider tips for Cadotte Lake: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available Sandy swimming beach and fishing dock make this ideal for families and anglers
Skip Cadotte Lake if: You need RV hookups - none are available at most sites. You prefer less popular campgrounds - federal sites book early.
Best time to visit Cadotte Lake: Year-round — Campground operates year-round according to verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Whiteface Reservoir (AURORA, MN), Mcdougal Lake Campground (Tofte, MN), Birch Lake Campground (ELY, MN), Little Isabella River Campground (Isabella , MN).
Cell Phone Coverage at Cadotte Lake
Cell signal at Cadotte Lake (AURORA, MN): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Cadotte Lake Campground lines the western shore of Cadotte Lake in Superior National Forest. A boat ramp and fishing dock make the campground convenient for anglers, and the sandy swimming beach is popular among families. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota’s arrowhead region, is comprised of 3 million acres.
Verified facts
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with high demand
Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available
Sandy swimming beach and fishing dock make this ideal for families and anglers
Campground operates year-round according to verified data
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Two Harbors, Minnesota, take Highway 2 north for 25 miles, turn west on County Road 15 and travel 12 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 425 and travel 0.6 miles, then turn on Forest Road 778 and travel southwest for a mile to the campground.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Superior National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Superior National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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