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Red Pine Campground
Overview
Red Pine Campground offers a tranquil retreat just northwest of Duluth, Minnesota. Nestled in a lush wooded setting, this park serves as an ideal basecamp for travelers looking to explore the North Shore while maintaining a peaceful home base. The atmosphere is quiet and relaxed, prioritizing a connection with nature over high-energy resort activities. It provides a welcoming environment where the scent of pine needles and the sound of local birds create a genuine Northwoods experience for every visitor.
Location & Surroundings
Located in Saginaw, the campground is surrounded by mature pine forests that provide natural shade and a sense of privacy for most sites. Its position away from major highway noise ensures a quiet night's sleep, yet it remains conveniently close to the urban amenities of the Twin Ports area. The surrounding landscape is quintessential Northern Minnesota, featuring rolling terrain and dense greenery that feels miles away from the city while staying within a short drive of essential services.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is well-equipped for modern RVers, offering clean facilities and well-maintained grounds. Guests have access to essential features including:
- Full hookup sites with 30 and 50-amp electrical service
- Spacious pull-through sites designed to accommodate big rigs
- Clean bathhouses and on-site laundry facilities
- Reliable Wi-Fi to help travelers stay connected
Each individual campsite is outfitted with a sturdy picnic table and a fire ring, perfect for traditional camping evenings under the stars.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
A short drive brings visitors to the bustling Canal Park in Duluth, where they can watch massive lake freighters pass under the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Jay Cooke State Park, known for its rugged hiking trails and rocky riverbeds. For those looking for local culture, the Great Lakes Aquarium and the North Shore Scenic Railroad offer unique ways to experience the history and ecology of the Lake Superior region from a convenient Saginaw jumping-off point.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an excellent choice for seasonal travelers and couples seeking a calm, mature environment without the typical noise of a large family-focused resort. It also serves as a perfect staging point for those embarking on a North Shore road trip who require a big-rig friendly layout near the gateway to Highway 61. It is best suited for self-contained RVers who value a quiet night, forest views, and easy proximity to the best attractions in Northeast Minnesota.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Maggie Miller
We live in our travel trailer and because Duluth is a busy area we have spent time in most of the RV parks in the greater Duluth area and Red Pine is our favorite. The clubhouse is the star of the park. The laundry room has big washers and dryers that actually work. No wasting your precious quarters here! And there is only one shower per gender but in the many times we stayed there I had to wait for it once. It’s always clean, always hot, and very spacious. Also, there’s stuff to do in the clubhouse if you get bored, and A SINK FOR WASHING DISHES. Folks this is like gold, trust me. Also, there’s pretty water around you and a beautiful trail if you brought your pup or just like a scenic walk. And the owners are SO kind and SO accommodating. They are constantly working and updating things. I wish I’d taken a pic to share it but they had just made a wooden map of the park on their CNC and they were staining it when we left for the season. People talked about some train and vehicle noises in their reviews which is fair, but you will honestly not find an RV park in Duluth that doesn’t have that problem. And *most people are quiet and when we had a problem with someone the owners were quick to do something. So even with the more narrow spaces you should be fine. For the price and the fact that t’s full hook up’s, look no farther than Red Pine. We’ll definitely be back if we’re in Duluth again.
theresa moore
Our Lake Superior Circle tour took us through the Duluth area at the end of September. As color season was in full swing, many campgrounds right on our route were full. Red Pine is an about 30 minutes off route, but they had vacancy so we booked. Our late check in was very easy. Owners are pleasant. Campground is neat and tidy, well maintained. We stayed in site 51 directly across from one of the lakes. We have a popup, and Red Pine is more of an RV park, so our standards are a little different. We felt like the sites were small (narrow), putting us right up against our neighbors. The campground was near capacity, so we were hemmed in by bigger rigs. We had noisy neighbors one night, and being in the popup they did keep us awake. (On the upside, another neighbor saved our canopy from the wind while we were gone one day, so not all neighbors are annoying!) The sites have a nice picnic table and fire ring, gravel for parking, grass for sitting, full hookups. The campground is near Hwy 53, and the traffic noise is nearly constant day and night. There is also a train track nearby and we heard trains periodically day and night. There is one bathroom to service the whole campground (most rvs have their own setups, but ours, again, is a popup). Our site was about as far away as we could be from the bathroom - we were glad to have bikes to make that trip quicker. The restrooms are in a clubhouse of sorts. Not many stalls and only one shower, but on even this busy weekend, I rarely saw anyone there and never had to wait. The showers are amazing! Spacious, immaculate, hot water and plenty of it, great shower head - just like home! The clubhouse had a pool table, vending machines, books, videos, puzzles, games, laundry facilities…would be very nice in a rainy day. If you’re looking for an RV park, I think this is great. Convenient to many attractions in the area, many things to do, etc. If you’re looking for quiet and nature, you may be disappointed. It’s great for what it is - but it may not be for everyone.
Krystyl_Rose
This campground is a hidden gem. The family who owns it were very friendly and helpful. The shower house/community center is well equipped for entertainment and laundry use. It's just minutes from Duluth (and the greater Duluth area) for any needs you might have. We were quite pleased with our stay. Highly recommend.
Heather Hebert
We just spent almost a week here. Great location. Site were spacious, club house beautiful, bathroom and showers clean. Even the laundry was nice. They have a canoe and paddle boat that you can use free of charge . There are great grassy trails. This place was great, we enjoyed are time.
Brian Goebel
The wife & I stayed here for a month June - July 2025. The park is quiet and kid friendly. The walking trails with there wild flowers is stunning. Canoe and paddle boats available on a good size lake. Nice games section along with fire pits in all sites. Good laundry facilities in the club house. We just love this place and would definitely plan on coming back!
Alexandra Farren
We couldn't ask for a better place to kick off our camping season! The spots are large and very well maintained. Great location, easy to find, wonderful amenities. We will be back!
Karen Ruehle-Kumar
We are on a month-long road trip from Arizona to experience some of the Great Lakes. We don’t often make reservations ahead of time so we can keep an open schedule. Red Pine Campground suited us perfectly with full hookups, a clubhouse with laundry, showers/bathroom, & game room. The property is gorgeous, well-kept and convenient to Duluth and the North Shore. The owner was very kind & helpful. There are several small lakes within the property and they have canoes/kayaks and PFDs for guests to borrow. This would be a great place to stay for a week or more if you want to explore the area fully.
Natasha Taylor-Clark
Great fall camping experience! Making a reservation/checking in was a breeze and the owners are nice people. Although sites are fairly close everyone is respectful of each other’s privacy. This is a quiet campground, no late night shenanigans to worry about. Close to nearby stores and Duluth. We were given permission to use our Jon Boat with electric trolling motor in the ponds, do not recommend as its to weedy. I would stick with kayaking. My husband caught several pikes in the ponds, just fishing from shore. Definitely will be back.
Paul Germo
We are six weeks into a full-time RV nomadic pilgrimage and have stayed at multiple RV parks. To date, Red Pine Campground is the best we've experienced. The grounds are beautiful, there are three lakes, very well maintained walking trails and large lots. The family who owns the park seems to be very professional, yet personable and friendly. We can't believe how nice and pristine the shower, laundry, and club house is. Highly recommend.
John Dale
A beautiful well maintained park with larger than average sites located far enough out of town to be “in the country” but close enough for shopping, etc. There are several lakes around the park. They feature a mix of 30 and 50 amp sites, some with just water and some also have sewer, all on gravel pads. The bathhouse is really upscale and includes the laundry and a community room with a couple of card tables, a coin operated pool table, a vending machine, a TV, and some books and movies. I did not notice any tent sites. I would stay here again if in the area.