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There are 22 drive-through, full-hookup sites for large campers or RV's with lots that are 75 feet long. We also have 17 individual back-in sites that are between 40-70 feet. These are all great spots to set up camp while you explore the Mesabi Iron Range. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table, plus 20, 30 or 50 amp electric. Many of our back-in sites have water and sewer. ​

OPEN SPACES. ROAM ABOUT.

Your RV Basecamp

We have four exclusive tent sites, two group tent sites (up to four tents per group site) and eight additional tent/small camper sites bordering wooded areas. Some have electric and others are rustic. All tent sites have nearby water for cooking. Restrooms or porta-potties are just a short walk. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic tables.

If you have questions or need additional information about booking, call 218-248-7362.

Tent Sites Available

Welcome to Gilbert - Minnesota's Off-Road Capital

We're Open for Camping Through October 31

West Forty RV Park

Let us be your base-camp when you come to enjoy Minnesota's Off-Road Capital or any of our local attractions. We are family-owned since 2004 and provide a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of open space so you can roam about. We offer the best camping value in Gilbert! ​


CAMPGROUND CONSTRUCTION UPDATE:
Construction behind campsites C5 - C9 and G5 has begun and are closed for the season. Our overflow parking area has limited access (1 access road vs. the 3 access roads), but we have made campsites in our C section available for parking during construction.

SEASONAL WATER SHUT OFF UPDATE:
Water has been shut off to all campsites! We have a water filling station located at our office. Restrooms/showers will be open until we close the campground on October 31. Sewer and electric at campsites are not be affected.


Check-in is 3 p.m. / Check-out is 12 noon.

We allow up to 4 adults per campsite; additional guests are $5 per day per person. Children 15 years old and under always stay for free! ​


Our campground store is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 3-9 p.m.

We sell firewood, ice, camping supplies and have propane tank exchange available on site.

  • Firewood - $5.50 per bundle plus tax 
  • Ice - $2.00 per 5lb bag
  • Propane tank exchange - 20 lb. tank is $22.50 plus tax and a 30 lb. tank is $34.00 plus tax


We rent outdoor games like ladder ball toss, beanbag toss/cornhole and bocce ball for $5.00 per day. We also rent tents, 10x10 canopies and other camping items by the day or for the weekend.


Getting to the Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area

West Forty RV Park has a short, unpaved connector trail just outside our campground entrance which connects directly to the Genoa Trail. The unpaved section of the Genoa Trail can be used by ATV's, OHMs and side-by-sides to get to the main connecting trail. Jeeps, Trackers, etc. can access a similar connector trail just outside our campground to the OHV park. There is no need to trailer vehicles to the Iron Range OHV park.