Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cass Lake Loop
VISIT DATE: 08/27/1996
UPDATE DATE: 12/6/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cass Lake
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Cass Lake, MN, take US Rt. 2 east 3.7 miles to Norway Beach Recreation
Area sign. Turn left and go 0.2 miles to campground sign. Turn left and go 0.2
miles to another [small] campground sign. Turn left and go 0.2 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
The campground, one of four in the Norway Beach Recreation Area, is located
on the southern shore of Cass Lake. The campsites have been recently
updated with large tent pads and are only accessible via a walking and bicycling
path. It offers a well-rounded family oriented camping experience. Check fee
board for the schedule of activities offered such as interpretive programs
and special events. Various pine trees, spruce, oak and maple provide ample
shade. Several campsites are located on lake shore, which also provides
for mooring boats. These campsites fill up fast.
The campground's boat ramp provides access to the interesting Star Island.
Located in the middle of Cass Lake, Star Island is one of the forest's unique
features. Six miles of trails wind around the island and the 199-acre Lake
Windigo. Once advertised as a "curative place," Star Island receives
accolades from its visitors.
A must visit is the Norway Beach Visitor Center. This building, with its
magnificent fireplace, is a monument to the talents and craftsmanship of
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) enrollees. Programs and displays in
the Visitor Center depict Dakota and Ojibwe heritage, CCC contributions,
and the area's flora and fauna.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 23 through September 22
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Showers and flush toilets avaiable at other Norway Beach Recreation
Area campgrounds.
Water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cass Lake is 15,596 acres. The beach, large and sandy, is
located behind the visitors center.
HIKING
Nature trail meanders throughout Norway Beach Recreation Area
(foot and mountain bike)
Migizi Trail (paved - foot and mountain bike) - 3 miles.
Connects to a network of city, county and Forest Service trails
FISHING
Northern and Muskie pike, perch, and walleye
CAMPGROUND NAME: Chippewa Loop
VISIT DATE: 08/27/1996
UPDATE DATE: 12/6/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cass Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Cass Lake, MN, take US Rt. 2 east 3.7 miles to Norway Beach
Recreation Area sign (Forest Rt. 2171). Turn left onto Rt. 2171
and go 1 mile to campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
The campground, in a stand of old growth red pine, has three
loops on the southern shore of Cass Lake with some sites
overlooking the Lake. With electric hookups at each campsite, it
is one of four campgrounds in the Norway Beach Recreation Area.
The campground offers a well-rounded family oriented camping
experience. Check fee board for schedule of activities offered in
the Norway Beach Recreation Area such as interpretive programs
and special events.
The campground's boat ramp provides access to the interesting Star
Island. Located in the middle of Cass Lake, Star Island is one of the
forest's unique features. Six miles of trails wind around the island and
the 199-acre Lake Windigo. Once advertised as a "curative place," Star
Island receives accolades from its visitors.
A must visit is the Norway Beach Visitor Center. This building,
with its magnificent fireplace, is a monument to the talents and
craftsmanship of Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) enrollees.
Programs and displays depict Dakota and Ojibwe heritage, CCC
contributions, and the area's flora and fauna.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 23 through September 22
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - single
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 46
Total Sites: 46
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 46
No. Grilles on Sites: 46
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 46
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 55'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and most are same size.
RV waste station available at Stony Point Resort, approximately 3 miles
west of campground on U.S. 2. $10 fee for RV waste station, $5 fee to fill
water tank.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cass Lake is 15,596 acres. The beach is large and sandy and
located behind the Visitor Center.
HIKING
Nature trail meanders throughout the Norway Beach Recreation
Area.
FISHING
Walleye, Perch, Muskie and Northern pike
CAMPGROUND NAME: Clubhouse Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/26/1996
UPDATE DATE: 5/7/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marcell
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Marcell, MN, take State Rt. 38 north 0.3 miles to County Rt.
45. Turn right onto Rt. 45 and go 5.2 miles to campground sign
(Forest Rt. 2181). Turn left onto Rt. 2181 and go 1.5 miles to
another campground sign (Forest Rt. 3758). Turn right onto Rt.
3758 and go 1.4 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
The campground is composed of a bisected single loop on the
western shore of Clubhouse Lake. Sites are in a stand of 200-
year old Red and White pine. With excellent water quality,
fishing and swimming are popular activities. Another feature is
the Rice River Canoe Tour which begins at the nearby headwater of
the Bigfork River at Clubhouse Lake. The campground is a
peaceful treat.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through October 21
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 46
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 46
No. Grilles on Sites: 46
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 63'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There is a city-operated RV waste
station with potable water located on Main Ave. behind Picaroon
Saloon in Bigfork - fee is donation.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Clubhouse Lake is 207 acres. Grass and sandy beach. Boat
landing is located « mile west of campground.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Northern pike, Bass and panfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cut Foot Horse Camp
VISIT DATE: 05/19/2000
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Deer River
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Deer River, MN, take US Rt. 2 west 0.8 miles to State Rt. 46.
Turn right onto Rt. 46 and go 20.8 miles to 3rd River Landing sign
(Forest Rt. 2171/Third River Rd.). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 2171
(dirt) and go 1.1 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS
The elevation is 1,350 ft.
The campground, a bisected single loop and located in the Cut Foot
Experimental Forest, winds through a mature stand of Red pine. It is
primarily an equestrian camp jointly developed by the Forest Service
and Minnesota Horse Council. Non-equestrian campers are welcome.
Each site has a picket line. Manure pits are scattered throughout the
campground. There is also a large gathering area with council ring.
Oak, birch and other small deciduous trees comprise the middlestory
and provide excellent privacy between campsites.
Farley Lookout Tower is a one-half mile walk from the campground.
Although there is no access to the tower, views from the location are
excellent. The campground and trail system are considered by some
to be the most scenic in the state. Gas, groceries, fishing tackle and
hardware are available 4.4 miles north State Rt. 46 in Squaw Lake, MN.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through October 21
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 34
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 65'
Comments:
Most parking aprons are same size and are grass and gravel.
There is an RV waste station, available for a fee, at the Lake
Winnie campground (Corps of Engineers) on Lake Winnibigoshish.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Trail (foot and horse) - 30
miles
Provides access to 120 miles of additional trails.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Deer Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/28/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Deer River
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Deer River, MN, take US Rt. 2 west 0.8 miles to State Rt. 46.
Turn right onto Rt. 46 and go 19.1 miles to Eagle Nest Rd. Turn left
onto Eagle Nest Rd. (dirt and gravel) and go 3.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,43 0ft.
The campground, composed of two loops (North Deer Lake and South
Deer Lake), is separated by Biasuwah Creek on the west shore of Big
Cut Foot Sioux Lake. Some sites in south loop overlook the lake while
many sites in north loop are on shoreline. A dense stand of White and
Red pines provide ample shade for most sites. A boat ramp is centrally
located between the loops and provides lake access via Biauswah
Creek The campground is a short distance from Lake Winnibigoshish
and many other lakes. The Cut Foot Sioux Area with its non-motorized
trails and good loon, osprey and bald eagle viewing opportunities, is
also nearby. A thick middlestory provides good privacy between
campsites.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 21
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 45
Total Sites: 46
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 46
No. Grilles on Sites: 46
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 65'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel and about same size.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is 2,028 acres. The 53,425-acre Lake
Winnibigoshish can be accessed from Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
There are two sandy/grass beaches. Boat ramp is closest
to south loop. Boats may be moored in north loop.
HIKING
Simpson Creek Trail System (non-motorized) - 13 miles
FISHING
Walleye, Bluegill, Rock bass, Northern pike and panfish.
CAMPGROUND NAME: East Seeyle Bay
VISIT DATE: 08/28/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Deer River
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Deer River, MN, take US Rt. 2 west 0.8 miles to State Rt. 46.
Turn right onto Rt. 46 and go 19.1 miles to Eagle Nest Rd. Turn left
onto Eagle Nest Rd. (dirt and gravel) and go 2.5 miles to campground
on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,380 ft.
This small campground is a single spur with no turn-around that
stretches along the east side of Seeyle Point beside the Big Cut
Foot Sioux Lake. Some campsites are adjacent to the lake.
Red pine and birch provide ample shade. A thick middlestory gives
good privacy between campsites. The 22-mile Cut Foot Sioux
National Recreation Trail runs past the campground and up along
Seelye Point. The campground is a short distance from Lake
Winnibigoshish and many other lakes. The Cut Foot Sioux Area,
with its non-motorized trails and good loon, osprey and bald eagle
viewing opportunities, is also nearby.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass. With no turn-around, the
campground is not travel trailer friendly.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is 2,028 acres. The 53,425-acre Lake
Winnibigoshish can be accessed from Cut Foot Sioux Lake. Beach
is sandy. Boats can be moored at some campsites
HIKING
Simpson Creek Trail System (non-motorized) - 13 miles
FISHING
Walleye, Northern pike, panfish and Rock bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Knutson Dam
VISIT DATE: 08/27/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cass Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Cass Lake, MN, take US Rt. 2 east 5.7 miles to County Rt.
39. Turn left onto Rt. 39 and go north 5.4 miles to campground
sign (Forest Rt. 2176). Turn right onto Rt. 2176 and go 0.7
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
The campground, located where the Mississippi River and Cass
Lake meet, is a single loop on the northeast shore of Cass Lake
with manicured sites shaded by mature oak, spruce and pine.
Known for its canoe access to the Mississippi River, this sweet
little campground offers every campsite a view of the lake. The
Knutson Dam was built by the Corps of Engineers and transferred
to the Forest Service in 1926. Wildlife viewing is one of the
highlightsof this campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 5
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass, gravel or paved and all are about
the same size.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cass Lake is 15,596 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Northern pike, Walleye, White sucker, Muskie and Yellow perch
There is wheelchair friendly fishing pier.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mabel Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/29/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Walker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Remer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Remer, MN, take State Rt. 200 west 7.3 miles to campground
sign (Forest Rt. 2104). Turn right onto Rt. 2104 and go north
0.4 miles to "left arrow." Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,040 ft.
The campground is a secluded, single loop campground on the
eastern shore of Mabel Lake with a beautiful, sandy beach. Some
sites overlook the lake. There is a foot trail from the
campground to the boat ramp and swim beach. The surrounding
forest is abundant with wildlife and the nearby Boy River is an
excellent river to paddle and view eagles, osprey and waterfowl.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 23
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14' X 73'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Mabel Lake is 186 acres. Beach is grassy.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Sunfish and Walleye
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mosomo Point
VISIT DATE: 08/28/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/17/2023
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Deer River
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Deer River, MN, take US Rt. 20 for 8 miles to State Rt. 46.
Turn right onto Rt. 46 and go 18.1 miles to campground sign.
Turn left onto dirt and gravel road and go 0.6 miles to campground
on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,320 ft.
This picturesque campground is a single loop in a stand of Red pines
and a mixture of young hardwoods. The understory is manicured grass
and the dense middlestory provides excellent privacy between campsites.
Located on a peninsula surrounded by the Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake,
Big Cut Foot Sioux Lake, and First River, the camp sites are either
adjacent to water or have a view of water. The campground is a short
distance from Lake Winnibigoshish and many other lakes. The Cut
Foot Sioux Area with its non-motorized trails and good loon, osprey
and bald eagle viewing opportunities, is also nearby.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through September 9
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 55'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is 2,028 acres. The 53,425-acre Lake
Winnibigoshish can be accessed from Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
Excellent canoeing campground. Boat ramp is 0.25 miles
south of campground. Boats can be moored along shoreline
near some campsites.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Northern pike, Walleye, Rock bass and panfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Noma Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/26/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bigfork
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Bigfork, MN, take State Rt. 38 north 0.9 miles to County Rt. 14.
Turn left onto Rt. 14 and go 5.8 miles to State Rt. 6 (County Rt. 14).
Turn left onto Rt. 6 and go 1 mile, again to County Rt. 14. Turn right
onto Rt. 14 and go 9.7 miles to County Rt. 29. Turn right onto Rt. 29
and go 1 mile to County Rt. 31 (in Wirt). Turn right onto Rt. 31 and
go 1.7 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,180 ft.
The campground stretches along the western shore of Noma Lake
and is surrounded by a stand of paper birch. Noma Lake offers
good fishing for the beginner through expert angler.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 5 through September 7
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 51'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and level. There is a city-
operated RV waste station with potable water located on Main Ave.
behind Picaroon Saloon in Bigfork - fee is donation.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Noma Lake is 55 acres. The campground is convenient to a county-
owned boat ramp in Wirt on the south end of Noma Lake.
HIKING - No
Comments:
The campground is convenient to lots of old roads for hiking and
mountain biking.
FISHING
Panfish - a fish cleaning station is available.
CAMPGROUND NAME: North Star
VISIT DATE: 08/26/1996
UPDATE DATE: 5/7/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marcell
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Marcell, MN, take State Rt. 38 south 3 miles to campground
sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,220 ft.
The campground is a bisected loop through a stand of young
hardwood trees. A handful of campsites overlook North Star Lake
and have direct access to the sandy swimming beach. The
campground is adjacent to Highway 38, the Northwoods Scenic
Byway, considered to have the best scenery in northern Minnesota.
While North Star Lake is large enough for water skiing, the
numerous sheltered bays and inlets provide excellent canoeing.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 9
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day for single
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 36
Total Sites: 36
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 36
No. Grilles on Sites: 36
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 16.5' X 72'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel and level; some sites all
grass. There is a city-operated RV waste station with potable
water located on Main Ave. behind Picaroon Saloon in Bigfork -
fee is donation.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
North Star Lake is 1,043 acres. Small grass and sand beach.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Walleye, Crappie, Northern and Muskie pike, Bluegill and bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Norway Beach Loop
VISIT DATE: 08/27/1996
UPDATE DATE: 12/6/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cass Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Cass Lake, MN, take US Rt. 2 east 3.7 miles to Norway Beach
Recreation Area sign. Turn left and go 0.6 miles to campground sign.
Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
The campground has two, unnamed loops along the shores of Cass
Lake in majestic Red pines. One of four campgrounds in the Norway
Beach Recreation Area, it is located in the original core of the
Chippewa National Forest known as the Ten Section area. This
campground may have the most character and personality in the
Recreation Area. It offers a well-rounded family oriented camping
experience. Some campsites have access to the lake; all campsites
receive ample shade from a forest of mature Red pine and deciduous
trees. Check fee board for schedule of activities offered in the Norway
Beach Recreation Area such as interpretive programs and
special events.
The campground's boat ramp provides access to the interesting Star
Island. Located in the middle of Cass Lake, Star Island is one of the
forest's unique features. Six miles of trails wind around the island
and the 199-acre Lake Windigo. Once advertised as a "curative
place," Star Island receives accolades from its visitors.
A must visit is the Norway Beach Visitor Center. This building,
with its magnificent fireplace, is a monument to the talents and
craftsmanship of Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) enrollees.
Programs and displays depict Dakota and Ojibwe heritage,
CCC contributions, and the area's flora and fauna.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 23 through September 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $21 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 53
Total Sites: 54
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 54
No. Grilles on Sites: 54
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and most are same size.
RV waste station available at Stony Point Resort, approximately 3 miles
west of campground on US 2. $10 fee for RV waste station. $5 fee to fill
water tank.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 9
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cass Lake is 15,596 acres. The beach is large and sandy and
located behind the visitor center.
HIKING
Nature trail meanders throughout Norway Beach Recreation
Area (foot and mountain bike)
Migizi Trail (paved - foot and mountain bike) - 3 miles.
Connects to a network of city, county and Forest Service trails
FISHING
Walleye, perch, Muskie and Northern pike
CAMPGROUND NAME: O-Ne-Gum-E
VISIT DATE: 08/28/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/18/2023
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Deer River
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Deer River, MN, take US Rt. 20 for 8 miles to State Rt. 46.
Turn right onto Rt. 46 and go 17 miles to campground sign. Turn
right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
Stretching along the west shore of Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake, this
picturesque campground, a.k.a. Onegume, has three overlapping
unnamed loops. Some sites are adjacent to the Lake and have
small boat docks. Birch and Red pine provide ample shade and
dense middlestory offers good privacy between campsites.
The campground is a short distance from 53,000-acre Lake
Winnibigoshish and many other lakes. The Cut Foot Sioux Area
with its non-motorized trails and good loon, osprey and bald eagle
viewing opportunities, is nearby.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day- tent only, no electric hookups
$23 per day - electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 47
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 47
No. Grilles on Sites: 47
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 43
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and most are same size.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 5
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake is 660 acres. The access to water
sports is from Williams Narrows or Mosomo Point National Forest
campgrounds. A dock provides a few slips and fishing pier.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Northern pike, Walleye, bass and panfish. There is a wheelchair
friendly fishing pier and fish cleaning station.
CAMPGROUND NAME: South Pike Bay
VISIT DATE: 08/29/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Walker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cass Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Cass Lake, MN, take State Rt. 371 south 2.7 miles to
campground sign (County Rt. 146). Turn left onto Rt. 146 and go
0.7 miles to Forest Rt. 2137. Continue straight on Rt. 2137 and
go 1.2 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,040 ft.
The campground is a long spur stretching along the shore of Pike
Bay in a pleasant stand of mixed hardwoods. The campground is a
portage point and provides good overnight camping for the 128-
mile Chippewa Headwaters Loop Canoe Route. This canoe route is
considered the most difficult in the Forest. As a historic
route, with six portages, the Chippewa Headwaters Loop is a trip
through history.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 23
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 65'
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Pike Bay is 4,742 acres. Sandy shoreline parallels campground,
but no provided swimming.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Musky and Northern pike, Rock and Largemouth bass, Walleye, perch
and Crappie
CAMPGROUND NAME: Stony Point
VISIT DATE: 08/29/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Walker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Walker
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Walker, MN, take State Rt. 200 east 6.5 miles to County Rt.
13. Turn left onto Rt. 13 and go north 4.2 miles to Forest Rt.
3797. Turn right onto Rt. 3797 and go 3.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
This is a large campground with Leech Lake, third largest lake in
Minnesota, on two sides. Sites are scattered in a stand of old-
growth forest of oak, ash, elm and maple trees. This diversity
of the forest canopy provides excellent birdwatching
opportunities. The campground has two overlapping loops, two
boat harbors, dump station, fish cleaning station, and a long
sandy swimming beach. There is one walk-in site near the boat
ramp. Scenic with hot showers and electric hook-ups, this is a
popular campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 12 through September 25
NOTE: 1/24/2024 - Campground temporarily closing for season August 5th
for infrastructure improvements. Contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 42
Total Sites: 43
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 43
No. Grilles on Sites: 43
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 42
No. RV Pull Throughs: 13
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 71'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and level.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Individualized family bathrooms; wheelchair friendly showers.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Leech Lake is 99,999 acres. Very large sandy and grass beech.
There are two boat basins behind some of the sites.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Walleye, bass, Muskie pike and panfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tamarack Point
VISIT DATE: 08/28/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/18/2023
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bena
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Bena, MN, take US Rt. 2 east 1.5 miles to County Rt. 9 (Winnie
Dam Rd NE). Turn left onto Rt. 9 and go 5.6 miles Tamarack Point
Recreation Area sign and Tamarack Pt Dr NE. Turn left onto Rt. 2163
and go 3.8 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,120 ft.
The elevation is 1,270 ft.
This picturesque campground located on high bluffs above Lake
Winnibigoshish (also called Lake Winnie). This single loop campground
in Red and White pines offers incredible views of the lake and surrounding
landscape and has the feeling of an undiscovered campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
NOTE: 11/18/2023 Campground closed until further notice. Contact ranger district
office for status.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through July 5
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 29
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass. An RV waste station, with
potable water, is available for a fee at Coe's Winnibigoshish Dam
Recreation Area (state). It is located 1.7 miles west of State Rts.
46 and 9 on Rt. 9.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Winnibigoshish is 53,425 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Bullhead, Cisco, Northern pike, Walleye, perch and bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wanaki Loop
VISIT DATE: 08/27/1996
UPDATE DATE: 12/6/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cass Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Cass Lake, MN, take US Rt. 2 east 3.7 miles to Norway Beach
Recreation Area sign. Turn left and go 1.2 miles to campground sign.
Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
The campground has a single loop along the shores of Cass Lake in a
stand of majestic Red pine with a long sandy beach. Furthest from US
Rt. 2, it is one of four campgrounds in the Norway Beach Recreation
Area. The campground offers a well-rounded family oriented camping
experience with some campsites on the lake's shore. Check fee board
for the schedule of activities offered in the Norway Beach Recreation
Area such as interpretive programs and special events.
The campground's boat ramp provides the nearest access point to the
interesting Star Island. Located in the middle of Cass Lake, Star Island
is one of the forest's unique features. Six miles of trails wind around the
island and the 199-acre Lake Windigo. Once advertised as a "curative
place," Star Island receives accolades from its visitors.
A must visit is Norway Beach Visitor Center. This building, with its
magnificent fireplace, is a monument to the talents and craftsmanship
of Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) enrollees. Programs and displays
depict Dakota and Ojibwe heritage, CCC contributions, and the area's
flora and fauna.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 23 through September 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $21 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 44
Total Sites: 45
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 45
No. Grilles on Sites: 45
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
RV waste station available at Stony Point Resort, approximately 3 miles west
of campground on U.S. 2. $10 fee for RV waste station. $5 fee to fill
water tank.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cass Lake is 15,596 acres. The beach is large and sandy and
located behind the visitor center. The boat ramp is in the
campground.
HIKING
Nature trail meanders throughout Norway Beach Recreation Area
(foot and mountain bike)
Migizi Trail (paved - foot and mountain bike) - 3 miles.
Connects to a network of city, county and Forest Service trails
FISHING
Walleye, Northern and Muskie pike, and perch
CAMPGROUND NAME: Webster Lake
VISIT DATE: 08/27/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Blackduck
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Blackduck, MN, take County Rt. 39 south 6.8 miles to small Webster
Lake sign. Turn left onto Rabideau Lake Rd. NE (dirt) and go 1.1 miles to
another sign. Turn right onto Webster Lake Rd. NE (Forest Rt. 2236) and
go 1.8 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,370 ft.
The campground provides access to Webster Lake, a picnic area and
a large trail system. The 6-mile Webster Lake Hunter-Walking
Trail networks provide an interesting way to explore the Forest.
Features of the network are a Bog Walk, Old Beaver Paddleway, and
White Spruce Plantation.
An interesting day trip from the campground is to the historic
Camp Rabideau. One of three remaining Civilian Conservation
Corps (CCC) camps in the United States, Camp Rabideau was
established in 1935. The Camp had been home to first Company
3749 of Bennett Springs, Missouri then Company 708 of Bena,
Minnesota. In 1945, the camp was leased to the University of
Illinois for engineering and forestry students. By 1973, the
University's lease expired and the Camp reverted to the Forest
Service. A one-mile interpretive trail highlights the buildings
and history of the Camp. Guided tours are available during the
summer.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 52'
Comments:
The parking aprons grass and gravel; not level.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Webster Lake is 47 acres. A primitive boat landing is
located 0.2 miles north of campground.
HIKING
Webster Lake Hunter Walking Trail (foot) - 6 miles
FISHING
Panfish and Northern pike
CAMPGROUND NAME: West Seeyle Bay
VISIT DATE: 08/28/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Deer River
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Deer River, MN, take US Rt. 2 west 0.8 miles to State Rt. 46. Turn
right onto Rt. 46 and go 19.1 miles to Eagle Nest Rd. Turn left onto
Eagle Nest Rd. (dirt and gravel) and go 3 miles to campground sign on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,380 ft.
The campground stretches along the west shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake in Red
pine and White birch. The campground offers probably the best wildlife viewing
opportunities in the Forest. Whitetail deer, porcupines, raccoons, eagles and
osprey are frequent visitors to the campground. Although many campsites are
near the lake's shore, dense forest blocks a lake view. Heavy middlestory
provides good privacy between campsites.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 70'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass and most are about same size.
Although parking aprons are long, few are level.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comment:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is 2,028 acres. Access to Lake and most
water sports, can be accomplished from East Seeyle Bay
campground, 0.5 miles away. The 53,425-acre Lake Winnibigoshish can
be accessed from Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
HIKING
Simpson Creek Trail System (non-motorized) - 13 miles
FISHING
Go to East Seeyle Bay or Deer Lake campgrounds for fishing
access.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Williams Narrows
VISIT DATE: 08/28/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Deer River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bena
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-677-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Deer River, MN, take US Rt. 2 west 0.8 miles to State Rt. 46.
Turn right onto Rt. 46 and go 15.4 miles to County Rt. 148 (Williams
Narrows Rd.). Turn left onto Rt. 148 (dirt) and go 1.8 miles to campground
on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,320 ft.
The campground, bound by private homes and the Williams Narrows Resort,
has two small loops along the east shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake. Birch, oak,
and pine trees provide shade. A few campsites have a view of the lake. This
is a quiet campground with the campsites fairly close together providing only
fair privacy. It is a short distance from Lake Winnibigoshish and many other
lakes. The Cut Foot Sioux Area, with its non-motorized trails and good loon,
osprey and Bald eagle viewing opportunities, is nearby.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 9
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and dirt and the interior road is tight.
There are some low overhanging branches. An RV waste station,
with potable water, is available for a fee at Coe's Winnibigoshish
Dam Recreation Area (state). It is located 1.7 miles west of State
Rts. 46 and 9 on Rt. 9.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is 2,028 acres. A small sandy and grass beach is
located between loops next to boat ramp. Access to the 53,425-acre
Lake Winnibigoshish Lake is available from Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Northern pike, Walleye, bass and panfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Winnie
VISIT DATE: 08/27/1996
UPDATE DATE: 12/6/2024
STATE: Minnesota
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blackduck
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cass Lake
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Cass Lake, MN, take US Rt. 2 east 5.7 miles to County Rt.
39. Turn left onto Rt. 39 and go 2.3 miles to campground sign
(County Rt. 91/Forest Rt. 2171). Turn right onto Rt. 91/Rt. 2171
and go 1.5 miles to another campground sign. Turn left (no route
number) and go 5.8 miles to still another campground sign (Forest
Rt. 2168). Turn right onto Rt. 2168 and go 3.8 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
The campground stretches along the southern end of Lake Winnibigoshish
(Winnie) in a lush stand of Red and White pine. A popular activity for visitors
is a stroll along the shoreline and looking for bald eagles. Dense middlestory
provides excellent privacy. Some campsites overlook the lake.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 9 through September 1
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 34
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 60'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are grass; some are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Winnibigoshish is 53,425 acres. Boat landing is located 0.2
miles from campground.
HIKING
Informal groomed path follows shoreline for length of campground.
FISHING
Walleye, Northern and Muskie pike, perch and Sunfish.
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