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Whiteface Reservoir

Whiteface ReservoirPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
71
sites
May–Sep
best months

Caution today

Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good · USFS, OpenWeather · checked 10 h ago

Is Whiteface Reservoir open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Superior National Forest. It doesn't name Whiteface Reservoir, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Superior National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 71 sites for group and tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 1,473 ft
  • Near AuroraLaurentian Ranger District · Superior National Forest

Whiteface Reservoir Campground offers an ideal getaway for anglers, boaters and families. The provided swim beach, playground and five picnic areas offer hours of entertainment, and the scenery provides a relaxing backdrop for the day's activities. Superior National Forest, located in northeastern Minnesota's arrowhead region, is comprised of 3 million acres. The forest spans 150 miles along the United States-Canada border. Visitors can find recreation opportunities year-round, including travel in the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.

  • Best time to go · May–Sep

    Best time to visit Whiteface Reservoir

    Best months: May–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      18° / -4°

      9 wet

    2. Feb

      23° / -2°

      7 wet

    3. Mar

      36° / 11°

      8 wet

    4. Apr

      48° / 24°

      9 wet

    5. May

      63° / 36°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      72° / 46°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      76° / 50°

      12 wet

    8. Aug

      74° / 48°

      11 wet

    9. Sep

      65° / 41°

      11 wet

    10. Oct

      50° / 31°

      12 wet

    11. Nov

      34° / 18°

      10 wet

    12. Dec

      22° / 4°

      9 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Brimson 2s, MN, 14.5 mi away at 1,486 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

    Closures we've recorded since August 2026

    • Forest-wide Fire Restrictions

      Superior National Forest · Order dated July 12, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026 → lifted Aug 25, 2026 · Forest Service

Whiteface Reservoir

71 sites for group and tent and RV camping

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