Savanna Portage Campground

When you camp at the Savanna Portage Campground, you can fill up your RV rental at one of the gas stations in McGregor, which lies just 20 minutes’ drive to the south. There’s also a small supermarket here where you can pick up grocery supplies, as well as a couple of grill-style restaurants if you don’t feel like cooking. The Savannah Portage Campground makes a good base for visiting Duluth, which is just over an hour’s drive to the east on the banks of Lake Superior. It lies at the westernmost point of the Great Lakes and has a storied maritime past, with fine museums and family-friendly attractions. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the North Shore Scenic Drive, which offers magnificent views across Lake Superior along its 141-mile stretch. There are plenty of charming lakeside towns to stop in along the way, as well as lighthouses such as the Split Rock Lighthouse and the Two Harbors Lighthouse. Back in Duluth, spend the afternoon admiring the vintage locomotives on display at the Lake Superior Railroad Museum or get up close to both saltwater and freshwater species at the Great Lakes Aquarium where regular live feeding sessions are held. Witness the century-old Aerial Lift Bridge that raises and lowers to accommodate passing freighters and sailboats, then soak up the comings and goings along the Lake Walk. Kids can let off some steam in the Playfront Park while history buffs can get up close to a replica of Erikson's Viking ship that sailed from Norway to Boston before continuing to Duluth. Another highlight of Duluth is the 39-room Glensheen Congdon Estate that’s been watching over the city from high atop the surrounding bluffs since the early 20th century. If you’re interested in the maritime history of the region, don’t miss the Lake Superior Maritime Visitors Center in Canal Park. It details the role Duluth Harbor played in developing the early American steel industry, with an original 1905 Fresnel lens, recreated shop cabins, and historical maps on display. For some of the best views in Duluth, head to the Enger Tower that was built in 1939 using native bluestone and offers 360-degree panoramas. Whether you want to discover the sights of Duluth or explore the Savanna Portage, book an RV in Aitkin County and start planning your next vacation.