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Clara Lake Rustic Campground is on the shore of Clara Lake in a stand of pines. It is close to other lakes as well, so it is a great campground for a weekend of fishing, or just relaxing near the water.
From MN 61 just north of Lutsen: Turn north on Co 4 (Caribou Trail) and drive about 8 miles to FR 340. Turn left on FR 340 and drive 3.5 miles. Clara Lake Campground is on the right down a 3/4 mile entrance road.
Not worth the drive, much better sites in other campgrounds closer to the shore.
Very private campgrounds with only 3 campsites located right by the lake access. Decent sized lake with some decent fishing as well.
Close but remote...The sound of the loons calling in the distance; the ciourious fox looking next meal... the anticipation off what fish you could catch... the warm camp fire at the end of the day...
Rustic camping at its finest. The lake is beautiful. Be careful when heading to this location. Accidentally took the Pancore Loop which I think is meant for side by sides and not vehicle traffic, white knuckled and very few vehicles could probably pass through it, Come from Caribou Trail ( East) side and not the West side. Google maps said I could and before I could turn around it was too late, not the adventure I was looking for, but a story for life haha. It's a little off the beaten path, but I think that's the best part about it. Three sites here. Went in July, lots of bugs, but that's normal. Overall, the outhouse seemed in good shape and the sites were nicely spaced apart. Just over a 30 minute drive to Grand Marais. Tait river flows behind camp sites, only the last day we heard the river flowing. Next time we will check it out.
