Openings · last 7 days
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Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Trails End Campground. That is a gap in what Campsite Sniper tracks — it does not mean the facility is full, closed, or unavailable. Recreation.gov may well be showing open dates right now.
The site details and map below come from the public Recreation.gov record and are accurate. For current dates and to book, go to Recreation.gov.
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232428
When Trails End Campground reopens
Trails End Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
1
Openings · last 90 days
112
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dThursday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 40 of 112 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Thursday (35.7%), with Friday (18) and Monday (15) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 14:00 and 19:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 40 of 112 detected openings (35.7%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Central Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 17 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 8–30 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 017 | 10 | 8.9% |
| 003 | 9 | 8.0% |
| 009 | 9 | 8.0% |
| 023 | 9 | 8.0% |
| 010 | 8 | 7.1% |
Site 017 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 10. One free watch covers every site here.
About Trails End Campground
Overview
Trail's End Campground is located next to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) in a remote area of Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota. It is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy life, or get out on the water to canoe and fish. Berry picking and wildlife viewing are also great fun.
Recreation
Trail's End includes four entry points (54, 55, J and K) into the BWCAW, offering plenty of boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. Overnight, day use and boat motor permits are required for entry, and horsepower limits are in effect. Day use and overnight permits are available at the campground.
Wildlife viewing is exceptional for bald eagles, osprey, loons and moose, and fishing is good for walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass and lake trout.
View recreation guides and maps of hiking trails and canoe routes in the national forest.
Facilities
Many campsites are walk-to sites designated for tent camping only. Some have a view of or access to water, while other have steep drop-offs. Other campsites can accommodate equipment ranging in size from tents to 45-foot RVs. The campground is routinely patrolled by the County Sheriff and campground host.
Commercial services include canoe rentals, outfitting, showers, groceries and gear. Long and short term parking for the BWCAW is also available.
Natural Features
Trail's End sits along the Seagull River and provides access to Seagull, Gull and Saganaga Lakes. Numerous species of wildlife live in and around the campground, and blueberries grow abundantly on the forest floor.
White and red pine, aspen and birch trees grow in the forested parts of the facility, providing shade. The fire burned a mosaic pattern, reducing some areas to ash while leaving others untouched. Many trees survived and burned areas have begun to grow again.
This is a great opportunity to see a young forest rejuvenate after a fire. Post-fire soils and young trees are delicate, so caution should be taken while walking in the forest.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center is a great way to spend an afternoon with the family. Many nature trails crisscross the center's 50-acre grounds. The BWCAW is by far the most popular nearby attraction. Over 1 million acres in size, the Boundary Waters extend nearly 150 miles along the United States-Canada border and contain over 1,200 miles of canoe routes, 12 hiking trails and over 2,000 designated campsites. Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Additional sites of interest
33 monitored sites6 FCFS sitesRVs up to 40 ftNo hookups32 shadedPets OKMax party 8
Getting there
From Grand Marais, Minnesota, take Gunflint Trail (County Road 12) 57 miles north. Gunflint Trail ends at Trail's End Campground.
Gunflint Ranger District, Grand Marais, MN 55604(218)388-2212
BoatingCampingFishingHiking
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Roll CS-232428 · Trails End Campground · Grand Marais MN12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Trails End Campground?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 112 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Trails End Campground, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at Trails End Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 112 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at Trails End Campground?
Thursday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 40 of 112 (35.7%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Which sites at Trails End Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
5 of the 33 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 40 ft. 18 of those 33 sites have a recorded maximum length and 15 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Trails End Campground?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 17 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 8-30 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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