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Kettle River Base Camp

Hosted by Amanda · Kettle River, Minnesota
4 sites · RV, Tent · 32 acres
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12 reviews
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A little haven of warmth and relaxation.
Camp along the Kettle River at this small four-site campground, where you can spend your days swimming, tubing, relaxing by the fire, or exploring the surrounding trails. With direct river access, an on-site sauna, and plenty to do nearby, it's an easy place to settle in for a relaxing outdoor getaway. Each of our four campsites includes a fire ring, picnic table, hammock, and clothesline. An outhouse is conveniently located near the campsites, and a walking trail loops around the campground and follows the river. One of the highlights of the property is our sauna, surrounded by a privacy fence and stocked with wood and water for guests. There's also an outdoor gravity shower. Camping stoves are available if needed, and 16 oz propane tanks can be purchased on-site. When you're ready to cool off, head to the Kettle River for a swim or grab one of our tubes. A favorite way to enjoy the property is to enter the river near the bridge and float downstream to the edge of the property, climb out, and do it all over again. We're also close to the Soo Line Trail, with plenty more to explore throughout the area. Barnum and Moose Lake are less than 15 minutes away, and both Banning State Park and Jay Cooke State Park are nearby. For a trip into town, check out live music at KR Bar and Grill on Fridays, grab coffee at the Chickadee in Barnum or Joe Jitters in Moose Lake, or visit the Saturday summer farmers markets in Moose Lake and Cloquet. Highlights: Kettle River frontage with swimming and tubing Tubes available for guests Private sauna and outdoor gravity shower Only four campsites Fire ring, picnic table, hammock, and clothesline at each site Walking trail around the campground and along the river Close to the Soo Line Trail Banning and Jay Cooke State Parks nearby Firewood available for $5 per bundle

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Tent-only sites

3 sites
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Site 2: You Betcha Bay

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Tent site · Sleeps 4
Enjoy this private campsite located on 32 acres along the Kettle River, and just a minute away from the Soo Line Trail. There is a sauna and a gravity shower for use on our property. First come first served from 6am-12pm. You can reserve sauna/shower time after 12pm. Come enjoy walking our trails, tubing on the river, sleeping under the stars and warming up in the sauna!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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Site 1: Hotdish Hideaway (the closest site to the parking lot)

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Tent site · Sleeps 4
Enjoy this private campsite located on 32 acres along the Kettle River, and just a minute away from the Soo Line Trail. There is a sauna and a gravity shower for use on our property. First come first served from 6am-12pm. You can reserve sauna/shower time after 12pm. Come enjoy walking our trails, tubing on the river, sleeping under the stars and warming up in the sauna!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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Site 3: Camp Oh Fer Cute

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Tent site · Sleeps 4
Enjoy this private campsite located on 32 acres along the Kettle River, and just a minute away from the Soo Line Trail. There is a sauna and a gravity shower for use on our property. First come first served from 6am-12pm. You can reserve sauna/shower time after 12pm. Come enjoy walking our trails, tubing on the river, sleeping under the stars and warming up in the sauna!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

RV/tent sites

1 site
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Site 4: Lobster Mushroom Manor

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 30 ft
A peaceful, private drive-in site close to the parking lot. There is a sauna and a gravity shower for use on our property. First come first served from 6am-12pm. You can reserve sauna/shower time after 12pm. Come enjoy walking our trails, tubing on the river, sleeping under the stars and warming up in the sauna!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Reviews

100% Recommend15 ratings · 12 reviews
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent ·
Site 1: Hotdish Hideaway (the closest site to the parking lot)
Great place sauna was 10/10
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Site 1: Hotdish Hideaway (the closest site to the parking lot)
Absolutely loved our stay! Great" loop " path to walk to the gorgeous Kettle River.
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· October 2026
Tent ·
Site 2: You Betcha Bay
My son and I love searching for agates on beaches, streams, and gravel roads, on Minnesota's North Shore. This was a beautiful Hip Camp that we discovered by accident, when we parked at the end of their drive. When the water is a bit higher, they have tubes for guests to float down the river, and they have an outdoor wood-fired sauna, with an outdoor sauna, all in a beautiful rustic wooded setting. I plan to com back next year. Very friendly family owns and runs.
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent ·
Site 4: Lobster Mushroom Manor
I had a such a lovely time at the Kettle River Base Camp. I highly recommend this campsite-be sure to check out the sauna! :)
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Site 4: Lobster Mushroom Manor
This location was absolutely perfect, thank you for everything!
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent ·
Site 1: Hotdish Hideaway (the closest site to the parking lot)
Beautiful place to camp with amazing hosts. Would stay again.
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent ·
Site 3: Camp Oh Fer Cute
The perfect camping getaway! It felt secluded but was a short distance from town. Clean bathrooms, thoughtful details, beautiful nature, great amenities, responsive and friendly host. Will definitely be coming back!
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent ·
Site 2: You Betcha Bay
So lovely!
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· October 2026
16 ft car ·
Site 4: Lobster Mushroom Manor
We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Kettle River Base Camp! The campground and facilities are perfectly maintained. There’s a gorgeous trail that connects all the campsites and leads to the river. Amanda was friendly, attentive, and a great host! We will be back!
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Site 3: Camp Oh Fer Cute
Amanda was amazing to work with. She was kind and attentive. The property was beautiful, we enjoyed the trails near Kettle River and enjoying the sauna on a cold rainy day
Recommends
· October 2026
Tent ·
Site 2: You Betcha Bay
First time camping solo and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Kettle River Base Camp is peaceful and quaint. With only 4 camp sites, it allows you to really appreciate the property. The river, just a short walk from the site, provided the slice of Northern Minnesota serenity I was looking for. Amanda made the experience seemless. Her support and responsiveness removed any uncertainties I had Camping alone for the first time. It's clear that she genuinely cares about the experiences of her guests. If you're looking for a camping get away, I cannot recommend a better place than Kettle River Base Camp. I will be back!
Recommends
· September 2026
Camping Getaway
Tent · With pets ·
Site 4: Lobster Mushroom Manor
We came up to camp for a night on Saturday, and from the moment we arrived, we had a great experience! We met Amanda, and she was awesome. She walked us back to our site and let us get settled in. They also have firewood available for purchase, which was super convenient! We bought a few bundles, and Amanda and her husband brought it right to our site. We really appreciated that! 😊 Our site was private, well wooded, and super spacious. We were able to drive right up to our site, which made things really easy. The trees also provided great protection, so we didn’t have to worry about the wind at all. One of our favorite bonuses was that the sites are just a quick walk away from the Kettle River, which runs right along the property. 🌲🏕️ We brought our two dogs with us, and they LOVED it! There are trails throughout the property that we enjoyed walking with them. Dogs had plenty of things to sniff and explore, so they were definitely happy campers! 🐾 The whole place was private and peaceful — exactly what we were looking for. There is also a sauna and shower available, although unfortunately, we didn’t have enough time to enjoy them during our stay. We absolutely enjoyed our camping trip and will definitely be back! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a peaceful, private place to get away and enjoy nature. 💜

Location

Kettle River, Carlton County, Minnesota, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Amanda K.

Joined in August 2026

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