Minnesota
Superior National Forest Sawbill Lake Road Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
A well-known dispersed area along Forest Road 170 (Sawbill Trail) that serves overflow from the official Sawbill Lake Campground. Multiple established sites with fire rings scattered through dense boreal forest, most suitable for tent camping or small RVs. Gets heavy use during peak canoe season but offers good alternatives when the main campground fills.
Sawbill Trail is paved most of the way but the dispersed sites are accessed via short dirt spurs. Sites closest to the pavement get the most traffic. Water available from Sawbill Lake or the official campground facilities nearby. Prime time runs Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Overflow camping near famous BWCA entry point
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Tofte, Minnesota |
| Miles from pavement | 2.1 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Dirt |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 15 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |