Description

Trail's End Campground is located next to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. It is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy life. There is good fishing for walleye, northern pike, small mouth bass, and lake trout. Wildlife viewing includes eagles, osprey, loons, and moose. Overnight, day-use, and boat motor permits are required in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, and horsepower limits are in effect. Conveniences are available at area lodges and resorts. Campsites will accommodate equipment from a tent to a 20 foot maximum length trailer or a 45 foot motorhome.

The Ham Lake Fire passed through Trails End on May 7, 2007. The fire burned in a mosaic pattern, some areas burned, while other areas including all of the campsites, biffys, and boat landings were untouched. You will be surprised by how many of the trees survived the fire and how burnt areas are greening up. Burned standing trees hazardous to visitors have been removed, but there are still areas within the campground that are closed to visitors. Soils and seedling trees after a fire are delicate, and some dead trees, which could be hazardous, were left standing to provide habitat. This means visitors must stay out of the closed areas.