Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Vermilion, McKinley Park Campground is a paradise for fishing, boating, and outdoor enthusiasts. Our 61 campsites provide a relaxing haven after a day of enjoying all the attractions that Breitung Township and Lake Vermilion have to offer.

Amenities to the park include docks, boat launch, fish cleaning hut, laundry facilities, hot showers, clean restrooms, a children’s playground, picnic pavilions, basketball court, beautiful swimming beach, and an amazing sunset view. Our convenience store is staffed for camper assistance and is stocked with gift items, ice, snacks, pop, and firewood. New in 2026, hand-scooped ice cream became available, because who doesn’t love a scoop or two on a hot summer day?

Lake Vermilion is a premier Walleye lake in the area. The lake is also home to Northern Pike, Small and Large-mouth Bass, and Crappies. Vermilion is also gaining notoriety as a world class Muskie lake. Over the past several years Lake Vermilion has hosted many professional fishing tournaments. The lake has over 40,000 acres of water with 1,200 miles of shoreline and over 365 islands. With its spectacular scenery, Lake Vermilion is an outstanding choice for boating or camping.

In addition to the excellent fishing opportunities, McKinley Park is also adjacent to a world-class bike trail system, the Mesabi Trail. Hop on the McKinley Park trail toward Soudan and hit the Mesabi Trail, which branches Southwest toward Tower, Embarrass, and Babbitt or Northeast toward Ely. Along the trail you’ll find plenty of opportunities for wildlife viewing and scenic landscapes. During your stay, don’t forget to visit the Lake Vermilion Soudan Underground Mine State Park for excellent hiking and an amazing history lesson of our community dating back to 1882!

Make McKinley Park Campground your summer vacation destination. Call 218-753-5921 or email mckinleyparkcampground@breitungtownshipmn.gov for reservations. We are open from May 1 – September 30.

For information on the park, please click any of the links here: Campground Map, and 2026 McKinley Park Rates