## Overview

Knutson Dam Campground is located on the northeastern shores of Cass Lake and
the Mississippi River.

## Recreation

Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, water skiing
and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy
muskie. Boat ramps on the lake and river are located within the campground.  
  
Canoeists love Knutson Dam's location for its easy canoe access to the
Mississippi River. Several canoe routes traverse the area waterways, including
the Mississippi.

## Facilities

The campground offers 11 single family campsites and two walk-to tent sites.
Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets, drinking
water and trash collection.

## Natural Features

The campground consists of a single loop among beautifully manicured lawns,
shaded by a forest of oak, spruce and pine. Every site affords scenic lake
views.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Knutson Dam Campground is located on the northeastern shores of Cass Lake and the Mississippi River. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. Boat ramps on the lake and river are located within the campground.<br/>
<br/>
Canoeists love Knutson Dam's location for its easy canoe access to the Mississippi River. Several canoe routes traverse the area waterways, including the Mississippi. <h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers 11 single family campsites and two walk-to tent sites. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground consists of a single loop among beautifully manicured lawns, shaded by a forest of oak, spruce and pine. Every site affords scenic lake views.

A photo of Bimijiwan Recreation Area

KNUTSON DAM

Bimijiwan Recreation Area

**WALK IN ONLY!  **Cass Lake loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area,
located on the shores of Cass Lake. The 12 campsites in this loop are
accessible via a walking and bicycling path.  Each site has been updated with
a large designated tent pad and can accommodate up to eight people. There are
sites that are fully accessible for people with mobility issues within this
loop.

NO RESERVATIONS  | Site Map

<p><strong>WALK IN ONLY!&nbsp;</strong>Cass Lake loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area, located on the shores of Cass Lake.&nbsp;The 12 campsites in this loop are accessible via a walking and bicycling path. &nbsp;Each&nbsp;site has been updated with a large designated tent pad and can accommodate up to eight people. There are sites that are fully accessible for people with mobility issues within this loop.</p><p>NO RESERVATIONS&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/s/i7s40gbeq45dsqdg2znmej5ypud8druc">Site Map</a></p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Cass Lake Campground Loop

One gate at Bimijiwan was closed on January 13, 2026, the second gate was
closed on March 9, 2026. Both gates are currently closed. The Cass Lake level
is 1301.69 and the estimated outflow is 87CFS. For more information, please
visit Cass Lake Levels.

<p>One gate at Bimijiwan was closed on January 13, 2026, the second gate was closed on March 9, 2026. Both gates are currently closed. The Cass Lake level is 1301.69 and the estimated outflow is 87CFS. For more information, please visit  <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/chippewa/recreation/cass-lake-levels">Cass Lake Levels.</a></p>

Cass Lake Levels

**PROHIBITIONS**  
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following acts are
prohibited within the area described in this Order (the “Restricted Area”) and
as depicted on the attached map, hereby incorporated into this Order as
Exhibit A, within the Blackduck, Walker, Deer River Ranger Districts, Chippewa
National Forest, Cass, Itasca, Beltrami Counties, Minnesota.  
1.In effect April 1 - November 30 each year, except while being prepared,
consumed, or under on-site visual observance, all food, food containers,
scented items (such as soap, lip balm, toothpaste) and refuse shall be stored
in a closed, LOCKED vehicle or camper constructed of solid, nonpliable
material; in a rental cabin; in an Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee
certified bear-resistant container; or disposed of in a provided bear-
resistant trash receptacle. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58 (cc).

**EXEMPTIONS**  
Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this
Order:  
1.Persons with a written Forest Service authorization specifically exempting
them from the effect of this Order.  
2.Any Federal, State, or Local Officer, or member of an organized rescue or
firefighting  
resource in the performance of an official duty.

**RESTRICTED AREA**  
The Restricted Area is within the following:

**Site Name**| **District**| **Legal Description**  
---|---|---  
Bimijiwan (Knutson Dam)| Blackduck| Sec. 21, T. 146 N., R. 30 W.  
Norway Beach Rec. Area| Blackduck | N/A  
Cass Lake Loop| Blackduck| Sec. 18, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.  
Chippewa Loop| Blackduck| Sec. 8, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.  
Norway Beach Loop| Blackduck| Sec. 17, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.  
Wanaki Loop| Blackduck| Sec. 8, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.  
Webster Lake| Blackduck| Sec. 29, T. 148 N., R. 30 W.  
Winnie| Blackduck| Sec. 35, T. 146 N., R. 29 W.  
Clubhouse Lake| Deer River| Sec. 12, T. 59 N., R26 W., Sec. 7, T. 59 W., R. 25
W.  
Cut Foot Sioux Horse Camp| Deer River| Sec. 9, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.  
East Seelye| Deer River| Sec. 21, 22, 27, 28, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.  
West Seelye| Deer River| Sec. 21, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.  
Mosomo Point| Deer River| Sec. 25, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.  
North and South Deer Lake| Deer River| Sec. 28, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.  
North Star| Deer River| Sec. 33, T. 59 N., R. 26 W.  
O-Ne-Gum-E| Deer River| Sec. 25, 36, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.  
Williams Narrows| Deer River| Sec. 35, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.  
Joyce Estate Rental Cabins| Deer River| Sec. 32, T. 58 N., R. 25 W  
Mabel Lake| Walker| Sec. 2, 10, 11, T. 141 N., R. 27 W.  
South Pike Bay| Walker| Sec. 34, 35, T. 145 N., R. 31 W.  
Stony Point| Walker| Sec. 3, 10, T. 142 N., R. 30 W.  
  
as depicted in Exhibit A of this Order.

**PURPOSE**  
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the number of human and bear
interactions in the developed fee campgrounds. This is necessary for the
health and safety of the public and the protection of the bears.  

**IMPLEMENTATION**  
1.This Order will be effective on April 1, 2025, at 12:01am, and shall remain
in effect until November 30, 2029, or until rescinded, whichever occurs first.  
2.A list identifying the Restricted Area is attached and made part of this
Order as Exhibit A. A map displaying those areas as Exhibit B.  
3.Any violation of this prohibition is punishable as a Class B misdemeanor by
a fine of not more than $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for organizations,
or by imprisonment for not more than six (6) months, or both (see 16 U.S.C. §
551, 18 U.S.C. § 3571(b)(6), 18 U.S.C. § 3581 (b)(7)).  
4.Further information regarding this Order may be obtained at any District
office, and at the Chippewa National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Cass Lake,
MN, telephone number218-335-8600.5.This Order supersedes any previous orders
prohibiting the same acts covered by this Order.

Done in Cass Lake, Minnesota, this ___26_____day of February 2025.

Michael Stansberry  
Forest Supervisor  
Chippewa National Forest

The purpose of this Order is to reduce the number of human and bear
interactions in the developed fee campgrounds. This is necessary for the
health and safety of the public and the  
protection of the bears.

<p><strong>PROHIBITIONS</strong><br/>Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited within the area described in this Order (the “Restricted Area”) and as depicted on the attached map, hereby incorporated into this Order as Exhibit A, within the Blackduck, Walker, Deer River Ranger Districts, Chippewa National Forest, Cass, Itasca, Beltrami Counties, Minnesota.<br/>1.In effect April 1 - November 30 each year, except while being prepared, consumed, or under on-site visual observance, all food, food containers, scented items (such as soap, lip balm, toothpaste) and refuse shall be stored in a closed, LOCKED vehicle or camper constructed of solid, nonpliable material; in a rental cabin; in an Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee certified bear-resistant container; or disposed of in a provided bear- resistant trash receptacle. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58 (cc).</p><p><strong>EXEMPTIONS</strong><br/>Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:<br/>1.Persons with a written Forest Service authorization specifically exempting them from the effect of this Order.<br/>2.Any Federal, State, or Local Officer, or member of an organized rescue or firefighting<br/>resource in the performance of an official duty.</p><p><strong>RESTRICTED AREA</strong><br/>The Restricted Area is within the following:</p><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Site Name</strong></td><td colspan="2"><strong>District</strong></td><td colspan="2"><strong>Legal Description</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Bimijiwan (Knutson Dam)</td><td colspan="2">Blackduck</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 21, T. 146 N., R. 30 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Norway Beach Rec. Area</td><td>Blackduck   </td><td colspan="3">N/A</td></tr><tr><td>Cass Lake Loop</td><td colspan="3">Blackduck</td><td>Sec. 18, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Chippewa Loop</td><td colspan="3">Blackduck</td><td>Sec. 8, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Norway Beach Loop</td><td colspan="3">Blackduck</td><td>Sec. 17, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Wanaki Loop</td><td colspan="3">Blackduck</td><td>Sec. 8, T. 145 N., R. 30 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Webster Lake</td><td colspan="2">Blackduck</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 29, T. 148 N., R. 30 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Winnie</td><td colspan="2">Blackduck</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 35, T. 146 N., R. 29 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Clubhouse Lake</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 12, T. 59 N., R26 W., Sec. 7, T. 59 W., R. 25 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Cut Foot Sioux Horse Camp</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 9, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>East Seelye</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 21, 22, 27, 28, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>West Seelye</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 21, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Mosomo Point</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 25, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>North and South Deer Lake</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 28, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>North Star</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 33, T. 59 N., R. 26 W.</td></tr><tr><td>O-Ne-Gum-E</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 25, 36, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Williams Narrows</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 35, T. 147 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Joyce Estate Rental Cabins</td><td colspan="2">Deer River</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 32, T. 58 N., R. 25 W</td></tr><tr><td>Mabel Lake</td><td colspan="2">Walker</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 2, 10, 11, T. 141 N., R. 27 W.</td></tr><tr><td>South Pike Bay</td><td colspan="2">Walker</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 34, 35, T. 145 N., R. 31 W.</td></tr><tr><td>Stony Point</td><td colspan="2">Walker</td><td colspan="2">Sec. 3, 10, T. 142 N., R. 30 W.</td></tr></tbody></table><p>as depicted in Exhibit A of this Order.</p><p><strong>PURPOSE</strong><br/>The purpose of this Order is to reduce the number of human and bear interactions in the developed fee campgrounds. This is necessary for the health and safety of the public and the protection of the bears.<br/> </p><p><strong>IMPLEMENTATION</strong><br/>1.This Order will be effective on April 1, 2025, at 12:01am, and shall remain in effect until November 30, 2029, or until rescinded, whichever occurs first.<br/>2.A list identifying the Restricted Area is attached and made part of this Order as Exhibit A. A map displaying those areas as Exhibit B.<br/>3.Any violation of this prohibition is punishable as a Class B misdemeanor by a fine of not more than $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for organizations, or by imprisonment for not more than six (6) months, or both (see 16 U.S.C. § 551, 18 U.S.C. § 3571(b)(6), 18 U.S.C. § 3581 (b)(7)).<br/>4.Further information regarding this Order may be obtained at any District office, and at the Chippewa National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Cass Lake, MN, telephone number218-335-8600.5.This Order supersedes any previous orders prohibiting the same acts covered by this Order.</p><p>Done in Cass Lake, Minnesota, this ___26_____day of February 2025.</p><p>Michael Stansberry <br/>Forest Supervisor <br/>Chippewa National Forest</p>
<p>The purpose of this Order is to reduce the number of human and bear interactions in the developed fee campgrounds. This is necessary for the health and safety of the public and the<br/>protection of the bears.</p>

Occupancy and Use Restrictions for Developed Fee Campgrounds - Food Storage Order

## Overview

Cass Lake Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area on beautiful Cass
Lake in north central Minnesota. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent
boating and fishing opportunities.

## Recreation

Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing,
water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, Northern pike, perch and
trophy muskie. A boat ramp is nearby.  
  
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa
National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to
199-acre Lake Windigo.  
  
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike
Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.  
  
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. 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
Ojibway heritage and the area's flora and fauna.  
  
Special annual events are held at the center including a Kids Fishing Day in
June, Bald Eagle Day in July and Smokey Bear's Birthday Party in August.
Interpretive programs are offered Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from
Memorial Day through Labor Day.

## Facilities

The campground offers several single-family sites, two of which are
accessible. Accessible vault toilets and a hand pump for water are also
available.

## Natural Features

The campground is located on the banks of Cass Lake, among a scenic forest of
mature red and white pine.  
  
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of
Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested
shoreline and sandy beaches.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 4 miles west of the campground, offering
restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cass Lake Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area on beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent boating and fishing opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, Northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. A boat ramp is nearby.<br/>
<br/>
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to 199-acre Lake Windigo.<br/>
<br/>
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.<br/>
<br/>
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. 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 Ojibway heritage and the area's flora and fauna.<br/>
<br/>
Special annual events are held at the center including a Kids Fishing Day in June, Bald Eagle Day in July and Smokey Bear's Birthday Party in August. Interpretive programs are offered Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers several single-family sites, two of which are accessible. Accessible vault toilets and a hand pump for water are also available. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located on the banks of Cass Lake, among a scenic forest of mature red and white pine.<br/>
<br/>
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested shoreline and sandy beaches.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 4 miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

A photo of facility CASS LAKE LOOP with Waterfront

A photo of water pump at CASS LAKE LOOP

CASS LAKE LOOP

Wanaki map

A photo of facility CASS LAKE LOOP with No Amenities Shown

Cass Lake Loop

## Overview

Chippewa Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area, on the southern
shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. The campground is a
perfect location for family camping, with excellent boating and fishing
opportunities.

## Recreation

Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing,
water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and
trophy muskie. A boat ramp is nearby.  
  
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa
National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to
199-acre Lake Windigo.  
  
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike
Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.  
  
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. This building, with its magnificent
fireplace, is a monument to the talents and craftsmanship of Civilian
Conservation Corps enrollees. Educational programs and displays depict Dakota
and Ojibwe heritage and the area's flora and fauna.  
  
A variety of special events are held at the center throughout the year. A
kid's fishing day is held in June, Bald Eagle Day is sometime in July, and
Smokey Bear's birthday party is held in August. Interpretive programs are
offered every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, from Memorial Day through Labor
Day.

## Facilities

The Chippewa Loop offers 46 campsites, some of which are available on first-
come, first-served basis. Thirty of the sites are equipped with electric
hookups. Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of Cass Lake, in a forest of mature
red and white pine trees. Some sites overlook the scenic lake.  
  
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of
Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested
shoreline and sandy beaches.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Cass Lake is four miles west of the campground, offering
restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Chippewa Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area, on the southern shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. The campground is a perfect location for family camping, with excellent boating and fishing opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. A boat ramp is nearby.<br/>
<br/>
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to 199-acre Lake Windigo.<br/>
<br/>
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.<br/>
<br/>
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. This building, with its magnificent fireplace, is a monument to the talents and craftsmanship of Civilian Conservation Corps enrollees. Educational programs and displays depict Dakota and Ojibwe heritage and the area's flora and fauna.<br/>
<br/>
A variety of special events are held at the center throughout the year. A kid's fishing day is held in June, Bald Eagle Day is sometime in July, and Smokey Bear's birthday party is held in August. Interpretive programs are offered every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, from Memorial Day through Labor Day.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Chippewa Loop offers 46 campsites, some of which are available on first-come, first-served basis. Thirty of the sites are equipped with electric hookups. Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the banks of Cass Lake, in a forest of mature red and white pine trees. Some sites overlook the scenic lake.<br/>
<br/>
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested shoreline and sandy beaches. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Cass Lake is four miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

CHIPPEWA LOOP

Chippewa Loop

On the west shore of Clubhouse Lake, offers 47 sites, a sandy swimming beach, accessible fishing pier and day use area. Clubhouse Lake is 90 feet deep, perfect fishing for northern pike, bass and panfish. For those with a smaller boat or canoe, water access to several lakes is possible. The Rice River canoe route starts its journey to the Bigfork River from waters that flow into Clubhouse Lake. |  Site Map

<p>On the west shore of Clubhouse Lake, offers 47 sites, a sandy swimming beach, accessible fishing pier and day use area. Clubhouse Lake is 90 feet deep, perfect fishing for northern pike, bass and panfish.&nbsp;For those with a smaller boat or canoe, water access to several lakes is possible. The Rice River canoe route starts its journey to the Bigfork River from waters that flow into Clubhouse Lake. |&nbsp; <a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/s/mnz8rqkhsbyygy3oubwi23e7e0t0jzd3">Site Map</a></p>

Clubhouse Campground

## Overview

Clubhouse Lake Campground is located on its peaceful namesake in the beautiful
Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and canoeing
opportunities in a scenic natural setting. Clubhouse Lake has limited cell
phone service, giving it a remote feeling and offering a tranquil retreat from
a connected world. The campground lies off 31 miles north of Grand Rapids, MN
and just over 8 miles east of Marcell, MN off of MN State Highway 38 - the
nation's first National Scenic Byway, known as "The Edge of the Wilderness."

## Recreation

Clubhouse Lake has excellent water quality and is about 90 feet deep,
providing great fishing opportunities for northern pike, bass and panfish.
Swimming, canoeing and kayaking are very popular activities on the lake. The
Rice River Canoe Route starts its journey to the Big Fork River from waters
that flow into Clubhouse Lake.  
  
A sandy swimming beach, an accessible fishing pier, and a day use area with
horshoe pits are located within the campground at the water's edge.

## Facilities

The campground offers 28 reservable sites and 19 first-come, first-served,
single-unit campsites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire
ring. Two vault toilets and two hand pumps for drinking water are provided.  
  
The campground is patrolled regularly by Forest Service personnel and Itasca
County law enforcement officers.

## Natural Features

A beautiful stand of 200-year-old red and white pine trees cover the
campground on the western shore of Clubhouse Lake.

## Nearby Attractions

The Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center is located a half-mile north of
Marcell. It is a must-see for anyone camping in the area. The brand new
facility offers many excellent displays, a gift shop, and several weekly
naturalist programs.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Clubhouse Lake Campground is located on its peaceful namesake in the beautiful Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and canoeing opportunities in a scenic natural setting. Clubhouse Lake has limited cell phone service, giving it a remote feeling and offering a tranquil retreat from a connected world. The campground lies off 31 miles north of Grand Rapids, MN and just over 8 miles east of Marcell, MN off of MN State Highway 38 - the nation's first National Scenic Byway, known as "The Edge of the Wilderness." </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Clubhouse Lake has excellent water quality and is about 90 feet deep, providing great fishing opportunities for northern pike, bass and panfish. Swimming, canoeing and kayaking are very popular activities on the lake. The Rice River Canoe Route starts its journey to the Big Fork River from waters that flow into Clubhouse Lake.<br><br>A sandy swimming beach, an accessible fishing pier, and a day use area with horshoe pits are located within the campground at the water's edge.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers 28 reservable sites and 19 first-come, first-served, single-unit campsites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Two vault toilets and two hand pumps for drinking water are provided. <br><br>The campground is patrolled regularly by Forest Service personnel and Itasca County law enforcement officers.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>A beautiful stand of 200-year-old red and white pine trees cover the campground on the western shore of Clubhouse Lake.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center is located a half-mile north of Marcell. It is a must-see for anyone camping in the area. The brand new facility offers many excellent displays, a gift shop, and several weekly naturalist programs.</p>

A photo of facility CLUBHOUSE LAKE with Waterfront

CLUBHOUSE LAKE

A photo of facility CLUBHOUSE LAKE with No Amenities Shown

Clubhouse Lake

This camp features 34 sites and is surrounded by over 120 miles of Forest Roads and recreation trails. Drive 3.2 miles past the Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Center along Highway 46, turn left on Forest Road 2171 and go three miles. A picket line is provided for tying your horse and there are manure pits located at the campsites. There is a large fire pit area for group campfires.  |  Site Map

<p>This camp features 34 sites and is surrounded by over 120 miles of Forest Roads and recreation trails.&nbsp;Drive 3.2 miles past the Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Center along Highway 46, turn left on Forest Road 2171 and go three miles. A picket line is provided for tying your horse and there are manure pits located at the campsites.&nbsp;There is a large fire pit area for group campfires.&nbsp; | &nbsp;<a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/s/yor59iv18t458y256zc7z6thsbg9jfau">Site Map</a></p><p><a data-flickr-embed="true" data-footer="true" data-header="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/chippewanf/albums/72177720296930667" title="Cut Foot Horse Camp"><img alt="Cut Foot Horse Camp" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51900915872_557f4fa553_n.jpg" width="100%" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p>

Cut Foot Horse Camp

## Overview

Cut Foot Sioux Horse Camp is located northeast of Lake Winnibigoshish. Over
120 miles of forest roads and recreation trails surround this scenic
campground, making it a favorite location of campers with horses. **The
campground will be first-come, first-served for the entire 2025 season.**

The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together
to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well
as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and
preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.

## Recreation

Many miles of trails pass through or begin at Cut Foot Horse Camp, leading
horseback riders, hikers, and mountain bikers through the Cut Foot
Experimental Forest. Several trails are also open to off-road vehicles.
Research areas are designated by various markers. Please leave the markers as
you find them.

## Facilities

Unique campgrounds like Cut Foot Horse require certain restrictions to
maintain water quality, minimize soil erosion and lessen any impacts on
vegetation. Special attention has been paid in designating the site for horse
camping.  
  
Several single-unit campsites are available, most of which are accessible.
Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Hitching racks,
picket lines and manure pits are located throughout the campground. Vault
toilets and a solar-powered drinking water cistern are provided.  
  
There is no campground host on site. The campground is patrolled regularly by
Forest Service personnel and Itasca County law enforcement officers.

## Natural Features

The campground lies within the Cut Foot Experimental Forest, managed in part
by the North Central Research Station in Grand Rapids and the Chippewa
National Forest.  
A mature stand of red pine covers the area, with oak and birch trees dotting
the forest. The campground has nice shade and good privacy between sites.

## Nearby Attractions

Boating, swimming, and fishing are popular activities on Big and Little Cut
Foot Sioux Lakes and Lake Winnibigoshish. These lakes and several others are
within a few miles of the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Cut Foot Sioux Horse Camp is located northeast of Lake Winnibigoshish. Over 120 miles of forest roads and recreation trails surround this scenic campground, making it a favorite location of campers with horses. <strong>The campground will be first-come, first-served for the entire 2025 season.</strong></p>
<p>The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Many miles of trails pass through or begin at Cut Foot Horse Camp, leading horseback riders, hikers, and mountain bikers through the Cut Foot Experimental Forest. Several trails are also open to off-road vehicles. Research areas are designated by various markers. Please leave the markers as you find them.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Unique campgrounds like Cut Foot Horse require certain restrictions to maintain water quality, minimize soil erosion and lessen any impacts on vegetation. Special attention has been paid in designating the site for horse camping. <br><br>Several single-unit campsites are available, most of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Hitching racks, picket lines and manure pits are located throughout the campground. Vault toilets and a solar-powered drinking water cistern are provided. <br><br>There is no campground host on site. The campground is patrolled regularly by Forest Service personnel and Itasca County law enforcement officers.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground lies within the Cut Foot Experimental Forest, managed in part by the North Central Research Station in Grand Rapids and the Chippewa National Forest. <br>A mature stand of red pine covers the area, with oak and birch trees dotting the forest. The campground has nice shade and good privacy between sites.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Boating, swimming, and fishing are popular activities on Big and Little Cut Foot Sioux Lakes and Lake Winnibigoshish. These lakes and several others are within a few miles of the campground.</p>

CUT FOOT HORSE CAMPGROUND

Cut Foot Horse Campground

## Overview

Deer Lake campground is located on the west shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake, next
to Lake Winnibigoshish, and is split into two separate loops. North Deer Lake
campground has 17 sites; South Deer Lake has 31 campsites. A boat ramp is
centrally located between the loops and provides lake access via Biauswah
Creek. Visitors come to the area for boating, walleye, northern, sunfish, and
crappie fishing, and beautiful scenery. The 26-mile Cut Foot Sioux National
Recreation Trail runs through the Deer Lake campgrounds and is designated for
hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.

The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together
to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well
as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and
preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.

## Recreation

Boating, swimming, and fishing are popular activities on Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
A boat ramp is centrally located between the campground's two loops and
provides lake access via Biauswah Creek. A large swimming beach is located at
the North Deer Loop and a smaller beach is located at South Deer Loop. Boats
may be moored offshore.  
  
Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain
biking, and birding opportunities. The 26-mile Cut Foot Sioux National
RecreationTrail runs through the campground and connects with the Simpson
Creek Trail. Off-highway vehicles, including ATVs and UTVs, may be brought to
the campground. However, OHVs **must** be trailered to roads legal for riding
outside the campground. OHV use is not permitted on Eagle Nest Road.  
  
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to Lake Winnibigoshish, which can be
accessed from Cut Foot Sioux. Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing
opportunities for walleye, northern, panfish, and muskie. It is one of
Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating and water skiing are popular
activities.

## Facilities

The campground offers several single-unit campsites, each equipped with a
picnic table and campfire ring.

Vault toilets and handpumps for drinking water are provided. There are no
electric hook ups in the campground.

Firewood is available from local vendors.

## Natural Features

A sandy swimming beach is located at North Deer Lake campground.

North Deer Loop is covered by a hardwood forest of maple and oak, with some
mature pine trees scattered throughout the site. South Deer Loop is forested
with mature red and white pines.

The Cut Foot Sioux area is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey,
including loons, osprey, and bald eagles. The much larger Lake Winnibigoshish
is accessible by boat and within sight of these two campgrounds.

## Nearby Attractions

Down the road, East Seelye Bay offers a large picnic area, boat landing with
dock and a swimming beach.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Deer Lake campground is located on the west shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake, next to Lake Winnibigoshish, and is split into two separate loops. North Deer Lake campground has 17 sites; South Deer Lake has 31 campsites. A boat ramp is centrally located between the loops and provides lake access via Biauswah Creek. Visitors come to the area for boating, walleye, northern, sunfish, and crappie fishing, and beautiful scenery. The 26-mile Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Trail runs through the Deer Lake campgrounds and is designated for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.</p>
<p>The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Boating, swimming, and fishing are popular activities on Cut Foot Sioux Lake. A boat ramp is centrally located between the campground's two loops and provides lake access via Biauswah Creek. A large swimming beach is located at the North Deer Loop and a smaller beach is located at South Deer Loop. Boats may be moored offshore.<br><br>Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and birding opportunities. The 26-mile Cut Foot Sioux National RecreationTrail runs through the campground and connects with the Simpson Creek Trail. Off-highway vehicles, including ATVs and UTVs, may be brought to the campground. However, OHVs <strong>must</strong> be trailered to roads legal for riding outside the campground. OHV use is not permitted on Eagle Nest Road.<br><br>Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to Lake Winnibigoshish, which can be accessed from Cut Foot Sioux. Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, northern, panfish, and muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating and water skiing are popular activities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers several single-unit campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.</p>
<p>Vault toilets and handpumps for drinking water are provided. There are no electric hook ups in the campground.</p>
<p>Firewood is available from local vendors. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>A sandy swimming beach is located at North Deer Lake campground.</p>
<p>North Deer Loop is covered by a hardwood forest of maple and oak, with some mature pine trees scattered throughout the site. South Deer Loop is forested with mature red and white pines.</p>
<p>The Cut Foot Sioux area is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, including loons, osprey, and bald eagles. The much larger Lake Winnibigoshish is accessible by boat and within sight of these two campgrounds.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Down the road, East Seelye Bay offers a large picnic area, boat landing with dock and a swimming beach.

A photo of facility DEER LAKE with Picnic Table, Waterfront

DEER LAKE

A photo of facility DEER LAKE with Waterfront

Deer Lake

## Overview

East Seelye Bay Campground is located 20 Miles north of Deer River off Highway
46 and 4 miles west on Eagle Nest Road (FR 2198). East Seelye Bay has 13
first-come, first-served campsites, a picnic area, swimming beach, boat ramp,
and parking area.

The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together
to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well
as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and
preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.

## Recreation

Opportunities for fishing, swimming and boating on Lake Winnibigoshish abound.
The Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Trail runs past the campground and
along Seelye Point, it is an unpaved trail used for hiking and horseback
riding. The East Seelye Point Trail also runs through the campground, and
there is easy access down the road to the Simpson Creek Trail system.

## Facilities

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>East Seelye Bay Campground is located 20 Miles north of Deer River off Highway 46 and 4 miles west on Eagle Nest Road (FR 2198). East Seelye Bay has 13 first-come, first-served campsites, a picnic area, swimming beach, boat ramp, and parking area. </p>
<p>The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Opportunities for fishing, swimming and boating on Lake Winnibigoshish abound. The Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Trail runs past the campground and along Seelye Point, it is an unpaved trail used for hiking and horseback riding. The East Seelye Point Trail also runs through the campground, and there is easy access down the road to the Simpson Creek Trail system.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>

East Seelye Bay

## Overview

This location is available via reservation and first-come, first-serve basis,
depending on the campsite. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the
campground to purchase and claim a first-come, first-serve site. Reservable
sites may be booked up to 6 months in advance. Reservations cannot be made
same day or within 4 days of the intended arrival date.

## Facilities

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available via reservation and first-come, first-serve basis, depending on the campsite. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a first-come, first-serve site. Reservable sites may be booked up to 6 months in advance. Reservations cannot be made same day or within 4 days of the intended arrival date.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>

A map of facility Mabel Lake

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with a site marker and trees.

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with a spruce tree, a site marker, and a picnic table.

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with a pine tree, a site marker, and a firering.

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with trees, a site marker, a picnic table, and a firering.

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with trees, a site marker, and a firering.

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with a stump and a site marker in the foreground and trees in the background.

A picture of Mabel Lake with a firering and picnic table.

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with trees, a site marker, and a picnic table.

A picture of Mabel Lake with a firering, picnic table, and bench.

A picture of a campsite in Mabel Lake Campground with a picnic table and firering.

Mabel Lake

## Overview

Mosomo Point Campground is located between Little and Big Cut Foot Sioux
Lakes, in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area
for canoeing, trophy muskie fishing, hiking, and beautiful scenery.

The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together
to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well
as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and
preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.

## Recreation

Canoeing, kayaking and fishing are very popular activities at Mosomo Point.
Its protected location on the lake provides calm waters away from the big
lake, making it an ideal spot for flatwater paddling.  
  
Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain
biking, and birding opportunities. The Simpson Creek Trail and Cut Foot Sioux
National Recreation Area Trail can be accessed nearby.  
  
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to Lake Winnibigoshish, which can be
accessed from Cut Foot Sioux. Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing
opportunities for walleye, perch and muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier
fisheries. Boating and water skiing are popular activities.

## Facilities

The campground offers single-unit sites, each equipped with a picnic table and
campfire ring. Vault toilets and hand pumps for drinking water are provided.

There is a boat access just down the road from the campground, and a public
fishing pier a few miles before the campground's entrance.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a transitional area between Little and Big Cut
Foot Sioux Lakes. The quiet cove is lined with mature red and white pine
trees.  
The lake is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, including loons,
osprey, and bald eagles.

## Nearby Attractions

The Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Information Center is located a half-mile from the
campground. The center offers interpretive displays, educational programs,
trails and area information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Mosomo Point Campground is located between Little and Big Cut Foot Sioux Lakes, in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for canoeing, trophy muskie fishing, hiking, and beautiful scenery.</p>
<p>The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Canoeing, kayaking and fishing are very popular activities at Mosomo Point. Its protected location on the lake provides calm waters away from the big lake, making it an ideal spot for flatwater paddling. <br><br>Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and birding opportunities. The Simpson Creek Trail and Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Area Trail can be accessed nearby.<br><br>Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to Lake Winnibigoshish, which can be accessed from Cut Foot Sioux. Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating and water skiing are popular activities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers single-unit sites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and hand pumps for drinking water are provided.</p>
<p>There is a boat access just down the road from the campground, and a public fishing pier a few miles before the campground's entrance.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground is situated in a transitional area between Little and Big Cut Foot Sioux Lakes. The quiet cove is lined with mature red and white pine trees.<br>The lake is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, including loons, osprey, and bald eagles.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Information Center is located a half-mile from the campground. The center offers interpretive displays, educational programs, trails and area information.</p>

A photo of facility MOSOMO POINT with Waterfront

MOSOMO POINT

Mosomo Point

_**Noma Lake Campground is now a backcountry camping site**_. No Fee,  no
services, vault toilet, and carry-in.

It is located at 52681 County Road 31 Wirt, MN,  two miles northwest of Wirt, Minnesota on County Road 31. This campground has sites surrounded by a beautiful stand of paper birch and white pine. Noma Lake offers good fishing for bass, northern pike, and panfish. A county boat ramp is located at the south end of Noma Lake. It is carry-on access from the campsites. Fishing platforms and picnic areas are also available.  |  Site Map

<p><em><strong>Noma Lake Campground is now a backcountry camping site</strong></em>. No&nbsp;Fee,&nbsp; no services, vault toilet, and carry-in.</p><p>It is located at&nbsp;52681 County Road 31 Wirt, MN,&nbsp; two miles northwest of Wirt, Minnesota on County Road 31. This campground has sites surrounded by a beautiful stand of paper birch and white pine. Noma Lake offers good fishing for bass, northern pike, and panfish. A county boat ramp is located at the south end of Noma Lake. It is carry-on access from the campsites. Fishing platforms and picnic areas are also available.&nbsp; |&nbsp; <a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/s/pz4yg709mzr55hpn17mmca0zejhclh91">Site Map</a></p>

Noma Lake Campground

## Overview

North Star Campground is located 4 miles south of Marcell and 25 miles north
of Grand Rapids on MN State Highway 38. There are 38 campsites located within
easy walking distance of the sandy swimming beach. The lake has many sheltered
bays and inlets to provide quiet water for ideal fishing.

## Recreation

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (218) 246-2123.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>North Star Campground is located 4 miles south of Marcell and 25 miles north of Grand Rapids on MN State Highway 38. There are 38 campsites located within easy walking distance of the sandy swimming beach. The lake has many sheltered bays and inlets to provide quiet water for ideal fishing. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (218) 246-2123.

North Star

**!! New for 2026 !!** Campers will now be able to reserve sites #22-38 from
July 3rd, 2026 to September 6th, 2026. Reservations will become available on
Recreation.gov on a rolling basis on January 3, 2026.

## Overview

Norway Beach Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area on the southern
shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. Visitors enjoy the
area for its excellent boating and fishing opportunities.

## Recreation

Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing,
water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, Northern pike, perch and
trophy muskie, with a boat ramp nearby.  
  
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa
National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to
199-acre Lake Windigo.  
  
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike
Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.  
  
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. 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
Ojibway heritage and the area's flora and fauna.  
  
Special annual events are held at the center, including a Kids Fishing Day in
June, Bald Eagle Day in July and Smokey Bear's Birthday Party in August.
Interpretive programs are offered Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from
Memorial Day through Labor Day.

## Facilities

Norway Beach Loop offers numerous campsites, each equipped with a picnic table
and campfire ring. Flush and vault toilets, showers and drinking water are
provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated 500 ft. from the banks of Cass Lake, in a forest of
red and white pines.  
  
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of
Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested
shoreline and sandy beaches.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 4 miles west of the campground, offering
restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (218) 835-4291.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Norway Beach Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area on the southern shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent boating and fishing opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, Northern pike, perch and trophy muskie, with a boat ramp nearby.<br/>
<br/>
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to 199-acre Lake Windigo.<br/>
<br/>
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.<br/>
<br/>
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. 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 Ojibway heritage and the area's flora and fauna.<br/>
<br/>
Special annual events are held at the center, including a Kids Fishing Day in June, Bald Eagle Day in July and Smokey Bear's Birthday Party in August. Interpretive programs are offered Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Norway Beach Loop offers numerous campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flush and vault toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.  </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated 500 ft. from the banks of Cass Lake, in a forest of red and white pines. <br/>
<br/>
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested shoreline and sandy beaches.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 4 miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum. 
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (218) 835-4291.

NORWAY BEACH LOOP

Norway Beach loop map

Norway Beach Loop

## Overview

Norway Beach Picnic Shelter is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area on the
southern shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. The shelter
and adjacent beach are a wonderful setting for family reunions, company
picnics or weddings.

## Recreation

Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing,
water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, Northern pike, perch and
trophy muskie. A boat ramp is nearby.  
  
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa
National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to
199-acre Lake Windigo.  
  
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike
Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.  
  
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. 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
Ojibway heritage and the area's flora and fauna.  
  
Special annual events are held at the center, including a Kids Fishing Day in
June, Bald Eagle Day in July and Smokey Bear's Birthday Party in August.
Interpretive programs are offered Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from
Memorial Day through Labor Day.

## Facilities

The large log shelter can accommodate up to 100 people and is equipped with
electric outlets, picnic tables and a grill. Flush toilets, outdoor showers
and drinking water are provided.  

## Natural Features

The shelter is situated on the banks of Cass Lake, at the edge of a forest of
red and white pines. A beautiful white sand beach lies in front of the
shelter.  
  
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of
Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested
shoreline and sandy beaches.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 4 miles west of the campground, offering
restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Norway Beach Picnic Shelter is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area on the southern shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. The shelter and adjacent beach are a wonderful setting for family reunions, company picnics or weddings. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, Northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. A boat ramp is nearby.<br/>
<br/>
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to 199-acre Lake Windigo.<br/>
<br/>
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.<br/>
<br/>
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. 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 Ojibway heritage and the area's flora and fauna.<br/>
<br/>
Special annual events are held at the center, including a Kids Fishing Day in June, Bald Eagle Day in July and Smokey Bear's Birthday Party in August. Interpretive programs are offered Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The large log shelter can accommodate up to 100 people and is equipped with electric outlets, picnic tables and a grill. Flush toilets, outdoor showers and drinking water are provided.<br></p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The shelter is situated on the banks of Cass Lake, at the edge of a forest of red and white pines. A beautiful white sand beach lies in front of the shelter.<br/>
<br/>
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested shoreline and sandy beaches.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 4 miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

NORWAY BEACH PICNIC SHELTER

Norway Beach Picnic Shelter

The **Norway Beach Recreation Area** is located four miles east of Cass Lake, Minnesota on U.S. Highway 2.  The recreation area offers camping sites located in four campground loops; Norway Beach, Chippewa, Wanaki and Cass Lake.  Interpretive trails, sandy beaches, a paved biking trail, boat ramps, a reservable picnic shelter and the Norway Beach Visitor Center are all nestled among red and white pines. There are also showers.  Electric sites in the Chippewa loop only. | There is NO dump station  Area Map

<p>The <b>Norway Beach Recreation Area </b>is located four miles east of Cass Lake, Minnesota on U.S. Highway 2.&nbsp; The recreation area offers camping sites located in four campground loops; Norway Beach, Chippewa, Wanaki and Cass Lake.&nbsp; Interpretive trails, sandy beaches, a paved biking trail, boat ramps, a reservable picnic shelter and the Norway Beach Visitor Center are all nestled among red and white pines. There are also showers.&nbsp; Electric sites in the Chippewa loop only. | There is NO dump station&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/s/i7u70k5s0e16o02ndx325t7z27sfjpx9" target="_blank">Area Map</a></p>

Norway Beach Recreation Area

## Overview

One of the Chippewa National Forest's most popular campgrounds, Onegume is
located on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake. It is near MN State Highway 46, also
known as Avenue of the Pines Scenic Byway, in the heart of the Chippewa
National Forest. Visitors come to the area for boating, excellent fishing, and
beautiful scenery.

The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together
to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well
as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and
preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.

## Recreation

Boating and swimming are popular activities on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
Fishing during Minnesota's season opener is historically very good. An
accessible fishing dock and fish cleaning station are located on-site. A
wooden fishing pier with a few boat slips are located at the water's edge.

There is a picnic site located at the water's edge with two picnic tables and
an open grassy area overlooking the lake.

Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain
biking, and birding opportunities. The Simpson Creek Trail and Cut Foot Sioux
National Recreation Trail can be accessed in the area.

Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to and provides access to Lake
Winnibigoshish. Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for
walleye, perch, and muskie. It is one of the state's premier fisheries.
Boating and water skiing are also popular activities.

## Facilities

This popular campground offers several single-family sites, the majority of
which have 30-amp electric hookups. Most sites are large enough to accommodate
38-foot RVs. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.
There are three accessible vault toilets and three drinking water spigots
throughout the campground. Additionally, there is a fish cleaning building
within the campground for camper use.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated between Highway 46 and Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake,
on the east side of the road, before the bridge. A scenic forest of birch and
red pine trees covers the area, offering shade and privacy between sites.
Eleven sites are located on the lakefront.  
  
The lake is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, including loons,
osprey, and bald eagles.

## Nearby Attractions

The Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Information Center is just north of the campground.
A half-mile accessible trail leads to the center, which offers interpretive
displays, educational programs, and area information.

Several resorts in the area offer ice cream and other treats, and there is a
small convenience store within a couple miles of the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>One of the Chippewa National Forest's most popular campgrounds, Onegume is located on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake. It is near MN State Highway 46, also known as Avenue of the Pines Scenic Byway, in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors come to the area for boating, excellent fishing, and beautiful scenery. </p>
<p>The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Boating and swimming are popular activities on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake. Fishing during Minnesota's season opener is historically very good. An accessible fishing dock and fish cleaning station are located on-site. A wooden fishing pier with a few boat slips are located at the water's edge.</p>
<p>There is a picnic site located at the water's edge with two picnic tables and an open grassy area overlooking the lake.</p>
<p>Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and birding opportunities. The Simpson Creek Trail and Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Trail can be accessed in the area.</p>
<p>Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to and provides access to Lake Winnibigoshish. Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch, and muskie. It is one of the state's premier fisheries. Boating and water skiing are also popular activities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This popular campground offers several single-family sites, the majority of which have 30-amp electric hookups. Most sites are large enough to accommodate 38-foot RVs. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. There are three accessible vault toilets and three drinking water spigots throughout the campground. Additionally, there is a fish cleaning building within the campground for camper use.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground is situated between Highway 46 and Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake, on the east side of the road, before the bridge. A scenic forest of birch and red pine trees covers the area, offering shade and privacy between sites. Eleven sites are located on the lakefront. <br><br>The lake is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, including loons, osprey, and bald eagles.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Information Center is just north of the campground. A half-mile accessible trail leads to the center, which offers interpretive displays, educational programs, and area information. </p>
<p>Several resorts in the area offer ice cream and other treats, and there is a small convenience store within a couple miles of the campground.</p>

A photo of facility ONEGUME with Waterfront

A photo of water pump at ONEGUME with No Amenities Shown

A photo of facility ONEGUME with No Amenities Shown

ONEGUME

Onegume

## Overview

South Pike Bay Campground is located on the south shore of beautiful Pike Bay,
on Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. Visitors enjoy the area for its
excellent boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities.

## Recreation

South Pike Bay offers offers many recreational activities, including boating,
canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike,
perch and trophy muskie. A boat ramp is located within the campground.  
  
A trailhead for the Migizi Bike Trail is on-site. The paved trail stretches 14
miles along the lakeshore and is open to biking, walking and rollerblading.  
  
The campground is a portage point for the 128-mile Chippewa Headwaters Loop
Canoe Route. With six portages, the historic waterway is considered the most
difficult in the forest, but is a beautiful trip through history.

## Facilities

The campground offers 23 non-electric campsites, each equipped with a picnic
table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection
are provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is a long spur stretching along the shore of Pike Bay in a
pleasant stand of mixed hardwoods and old growth pine. Some of the campsites
are situated on the beautiful sand beach.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Cass Lake, Minn., is six miles northwest of the campground,
offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and
museum.

<h2>Overview</h2>
South Pike Bay Campground is located on the south shore of beautiful Pike Bay, on Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. <h2>Recreation</h2>
South Pike Bay offers offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. A boat ramp is located within the campground.<br/>
<br/>
A trailhead for the Migizi Bike Trail is on-site. The paved trail stretches 14 miles along the lakeshore and is open to biking, walking and rollerblading. <br/>
<br/>
The campground is a portage point for the 128-mile Chippewa Headwaters Loop Canoe Route. With six portages, the historic waterway is considered the most difficult in the forest, but is a beautiful trip through history.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 23 non-electric campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is a long spur stretching along the shore of Pike Bay in a pleasant stand of mixed hardwoods and old growth pine. Some of the campsites are situated on the beautiful sand beach.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Cass Lake, Minn., is six miles northwest of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

SOUTH PIKE BAY

Vault Toilet Restrooms

South Pike Bay

Located in the middle of Cass Lake, Star Island is one of the unique features of the Chippewa National Forest. Named for its star shape, "Star Island" is the largest of four islands in Cass Lake. Star Island has over eight miles of shoreline and encompasses 980 acres of both public land and private homes. Six miles of trails wind along the high banks and deep woods of the island, providing opportunities for hiking and nature study. Star Island Campground is located on the southwest shore of the island. Campers must provide their own water and pack out any refuse. Lake Windigo sits inside Star Island. Lake Windigo's special location earned it a notation with "Ripleys Believe It or Not".  |  Map

Informational Flyer

<p>Located in the middle of Cass Lake, Star Island is one of the unique features of the Chippewa National Forest. Named for its star shape, &quot;Star Island&quot; is the largest of four islands in Cass Lake. Star Island has over eight miles of shoreline and encompasses 980 acres of both public land and private homes. Six miles of trails wind along the high banks and deep woods of the island, providing opportunities for hiking and nature study. Star Island Campground is located on the southwest shore of the island. Campers must provide their own water and pack out any refuse. Lake Windigo sits inside Star Island. Lake Windigo&#39;s special location earned it a notation with &quot;Ripleys Believe It or Not&quot;.&nbsp; |&nbsp; <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1164843.pdf">Map</a></p><p><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1164842.pdf">Informational Flyer</a></p>

Star Island

## Overview

Reservations to all Chippewa National Forest Campgrounds can be made six
months in advance. Stony Point is located on beautiful Leech Lake, in the
heart of Minnesota's Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its
boating, canoeing, fishing and birding opportunities.

## Recreation

Boating and fishing are very popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the
campground. Anglers will find walleye, perch, bass, northern pike and muskie,
where every cast has the potential to yield a trophy-sized catch. A boat ramp
and dock are located within the campground. Miles of scenic hiking trails
meander around Leech Lake, including the Paul Bunyon State Trail, Heartland
Trail, Soo Line Trail and North Country National Scenic Trail.

## Facilities

The campground offers sites with 30 amp electric hookups, and one walk-to tent
site without electric hookups. Flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking
water and a dump station are provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of Leech Lake in an open, grassy area,
surrounded by an old growth forest of oak, elm, maple and ash trees. Some
trees are over 200 years old. Leech Lake is the third-largest lake in
Minnesota at more than 112,000 acres, with nearly 200 miles of shoreline.
Campers commonly hear the telltale call of loons on the water.

## Nearby Attractions

The very popular tourist town of Walker, Minnesota is located approximately 14
miles west of the campground, with a variety of restaurants, shops and
festivals available there throughout the year.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Reservations to all Chippewa National Forest Campgrounds can be made six months in advance. 
Stony Point is located on beautiful Leech Lake, in the heart of Minnesota's Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, canoeing, fishing and birding opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating and fishing are very popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the campground. Anglers will find walleye, perch, bass, northern pike and muskie, where every cast has the potential to yield a trophy-sized catch. A boat ramp and dock are located within the campground. 
 
Miles of scenic hiking trails meander around Leech Lake, including the Paul Bunyon State Trail, Heartland Trail, Soo Line Trail and North Country National Scenic Trail.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers sites with 30 amp electric hookups, and one walk-to tent site without electric hookups. Flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station are provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the banks of Leech Lake in an open, grassy area, surrounded by an old growth forest of oak, elm, maple and ash trees. Some trees are over 200 years old.  
 
Leech Lake is the third-largest lake in Minnesota at more than 112,000 acres, with nearly 200 miles of shoreline. Campers commonly hear the telltale call of loons on the water.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The very popular tourist town of Walker, Minnesota is located approximately 14 miles west of the campground, with a variety of restaurants, shops and festivals available there throughout the year.

A photo of facility STONY POINT with Boat Ramp, Waterfront

Show and Restroom Buildings

STONY POINT

Bench and Beach Along Lake Shore

A photo of facility STONY POINT with Shade, Waterfront

Stony Point Beach

Stony Point

Stony Point Campground is currently undergoing construction, which may affect
the anticipated July 1, 2026, opening date. For further information, please
contact the Walker District Office at 218‑547‑1044.

Tamarack Point campground is 13 miles north of Deer River on Highway 46. Turn west off 46 onto County Road 9. Travel south on County 9 for six miles before turning west onto Forest Road 2163. The campground is approximately five miles northwest on Forest Road 2163. There are 31 sites available at the campground with boat access and docking provided. | Site Map

<p>Tamarack Point campground is 13 miles north of Deer River on Highway 46. Turn west off 46 onto County Road 9.  Travel south on County 9 for six miles before turning west onto Forest Road 2163.  The campground is approximately five miles northwest on Forest Road 2163. There are 31 sites available at the campground with boat access and docking provided. |  <a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/s/pqdditztdxzr7tr4aee9vbsyhldpsqox" rel="nofollow">Site Map</a></p>

Tamarack Point Campground

The Wanaki Campground, located at 16089 Norway Beach SW Cass Lake, MN, is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area. Located right on the waters of Cass Lake, this campground offers interpretive trails, sandy beaches, a paved biking trail, boat ramps, a reservable picnic shelter and the Norway Beach Visitor Center. It is all nestled among red and white pines. There are showers. There is NO dump station in the Norway Beach Recreation Area  | Site Map

<p>The&nbsp;Wanaki Campground, located at 16089 Norway Beach SW Cass Lake, MN, is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area. Located right on the waters of Cass Lake, this campground offers interpretive trails, sandy beaches, a paved biking trail, boat ramps, a reservable picnic shelter and the Norway Beach Visitor Center. It is all nestled among red and white pines. There are showers. There is NO dump station in the Norway Beach Recreation Area&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://usfs-public.box.com/s/c1bmbwehfvuvyn0li068uskkq4579gal">Site Map</a></p>

Wanaki Campground Loop

## Overview

Wanaki Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area, at the southern
shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. The campground is a
perfect location for family camping, with excellent boating and fishing
opportunities.

## Recreation

Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing,
water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and
trophy muskie. A boat ramp is located within the campground.  
  
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa
National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to
199-acre Lake Windigo.  
  
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike
Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.  
  
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. This building, with its magnificent
fireplace, is a monument to the talents and craftsmanship of Civilian
Conservation Corps enrollees. Programs and displays depict Dakota and Ojibwe
heritage and the area's flora and fauna.  
  
A variety of special events are held at the center throughout the year. A
kid's fishing day is held in June, Bald Eagle Day is sometime in July, and
Smokey Bear's birthday party is held in August. Interpretive programs are
offered every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, from Memorial Day through Labor
Day.

## Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites. Flush and vault toilets, showers
and drinking water are provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of Cass Lake, in a forest of mature
red and white pine trees. Some sites have lake views and are near the loop's
sandy beach.  
  
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of
Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested
shoreline and sandy beaches.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Cass Lake is located four miles west of the campground, offering
restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Wanaki Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area, at the southern shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. The campground is a perfect location for family camping, with excellent boating and fishing opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. A boat ramp is located within the campground.<br/>
<br/>
Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to 199-acre Lake Windigo.<br/>
<br/>
Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike Trail and the Norway Beach Trail.<br/>
<br/>
The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. This building, with its magnificent fireplace, is a monument to the talents and craftsmanship of Civilian Conservation Corps enrollees. Programs and displays depict Dakota and Ojibwe heritage and the area's flora and fauna.<br/>
<br/>
A variety of special events are held at the center throughout the year. A kid's fishing day is held in June, Bald Eagle Day is sometime in July, and Smokey Bear's birthday party is held in August. Interpretive programs are offered every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, from Memorial Day through Labor Day.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers single-family sites. Flush and vault toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the banks of Cass Lake, in a forest of mature red and white pine trees. Some sites have lake views and are near the loop's sandy beach.<br/>
<br/>
Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested shoreline and sandy beaches. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Cass Lake is located four miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

WANAKI LOOP

Wanaki Loop coast

Wanaki Loop

## Overview

Located 10 miles south of Blackduck, Minnesota on County Road 31. Follow
Forest Road 2207 east for one mile, then drive two miles south on Forest Road
2236, the campground provides access to Webster Lake, a picnic area and a
large trail system. There are 15 sites available as well as a boat launch.

## Facilities

The Webster Campground offers 15 campsites, all available on a first-come,
first-serve basis. No shower facilities on site, vault toilets located on
inside of the loop across from beach access.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located 10 miles south of Blackduck, Minnesota on County Road 31. Follow Forest Road 2207 east for one mile, then drive two miles south on Forest Road 2236, the campground provides access to Webster Lake, a picnic area and a large trail system. There are 15 sites available as well as a boat launch. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Webster Campground offers 15 campsites, all available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No shower facilities on site, vault toilets located on inside of the loop across from beach access. </p>

Webster Lake

## Overview

Williams Narrows Campground is located on Cut Foot Sioux Lake in the heart of
the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors come to the area for boating, trophy
muskie fishing and beautiful scenery.

The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together
to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well
as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and
preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.

## Recreation

Boating, swimming, and fishing are popular activities on Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
A boat ramp and swimming beach are located between the campground's two loops.  
  
Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain
biking, and birding opportunities. The Simpson Creek Trail and Cut Foot Sioux
National Recreation Area Trail can be accessed by boating across the narrows.  
  
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to Lake Winnibigoshish. Lake Winnie offers
excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch, and muskie. It is one of
Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating and water skiing are popular activities
there as well.

## Facilities

The campground offers several single-unit campsites, each equipped with a
picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and hand pumps for drinking
water are provided in each loop.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the eastern shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake. A
scenic forest of birch, oak and pine trees shades the campground. A few
campsites have lake views.  
  
The lake is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, including loons,
osprey and bald eagles.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Williams Narrows Campground is located on Cut Foot Sioux Lake in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors come to the area for boating, trophy muskie fishing and beautiful scenery.</p>
<p>The Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe work together to co-steward resources - making the Forest a great place to recreate as well as a special place where cultural and traditional resources are protected and preserved and the Band’s treaty rights are respected.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Boating, swimming, and fishing are popular activities on Cut Foot Sioux Lake. A boat ramp and swimming beach are located between the campground's two loops. <br><br>Miles of trails in the area provide great hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and birding opportunities. The Simpson Creek Trail and Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Area Trail can be accessed by boating across the narrows.<br><br>Cut Foot Sioux Lake is located next to Lake Winnibigoshish. Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch, and muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating and water skiing are popular activities there as well.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers several single-unit campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and hand pumps for drinking water are provided in each loop. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the eastern shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake. A scenic forest of birch, oak and pine trees shades the campground. A few campsites have lake views.<br/>
<br/>
The lake is home to a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey, including loons, osprey and bald eagles.

A photo of facility WILLIAMS NARROWS with Waterfront

A photo of facility WILLIAMS NARROWS with No Amenities Shown

WILLIAMS NARROWS

Williams Narrows

## Overview

Winnie Campground is remotely located on the west side of Lake Winnibigoshish
in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors come to the area to
enjoy boating, trophy muskie fishing and beautiful scenery.

## Recreation

Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and
muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating on this
67,000-acre lake is also very popular. A boat ramp and harbor are located next
to the campground.  
  
Many hiking and biking trails meander around the lake and its 141 miles of
shoreline. A picnic area is adjacent to the campground. Hunting areas can be
found in the surrounding forest.

## Facilities

The campground offers 33 reservable sites, some of which are very large and
suitable for groups. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire
ring. Vault toilets, hand-pumped drinking water and recycling services are
provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the western shore of the lake in a scenic forest
of mature red and white pine. Some sites have lake views.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 25 miles west of the campground, offering
restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Winnie Campground is remotely located on the west side of Lake Winnibigoshish in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors come to the area to enjoy boating, trophy muskie fishing and beautiful scenery.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating on this 67,000-acre lake is also very popular. A boat ramp and harbor are located next to the campground.<br/>
<br/>
Many hiking and biking trails meander around the lake and its 141 miles of shoreline. A picnic area is adjacent to the campground. Hunting areas can be found in the surrounding forest.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers 33 reservable sites, some of which are very large and suitable for groups. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, hand-pumped drinking water and recycling services are provided. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the western shore of the lake in a scenic forest of mature red and white pine. Some sites have lake views.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 25 miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.

WINNIE CAMPGROUND

WInnie Campground View

Winnie Campground - USFS

Chippewa National Forest

A campsite at Onegume.

lakeside at sunset

Stony Point Chippewa National Forest

Chippewa sample of fall colors

Leech Lake Chippewas National Forest

The fish cleaning station.

Chippewa Swans on lake

Fall Chippewa

Chippewa 1

Chippewa Trail in fall colors

## Overview

**USACE Winnie Dam Campground & Recreation Area.** This is a Corps of
Engineers Campground, located just walking distance from the Mississippi
River. Activities include camping, fishing, boating, picnicking, kayaking, and
playground areas. All sites offer 30/50 AMP electric with water, restrooms &
showers nearby.

## Recreation

Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and
musky. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating on this 67,000-acre
lake is also very popular.

A boat ramp to access the Mississippi River can be found near the picnic
shelter.

The closest boat access to Lake Winnie is located 1 mile northeast of the park
down Plug Hat Road.

## Facilities

The campground, pronounced "win-uh-big-osh-ish," offers 22 sites with electric
hookups. Amenities include showers, flush toilets, pit toilets, drinking
water, a dump station, boat ramp, picnic shelter and playground.

## Natural Features

A forest of mixed hardwoods and towering red pines covers the area, housing an
abundance of wildlife including nesting bald eagles, porcupines, black bears,
chipmunks and many others.  
  
Wild blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries grow seasonally on the forest
floor.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>USACE Winnie Dam Campground & Recreation Area.</strong> This is a Corps of Engineers Campground, located just walking distance from the Mississippi River. Activities include camping, fishing, boating, picnicking, kayaking, and playground areas. All sites offer 30/50 AMP electric with water, restrooms & showers nearby. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and musky. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating on this 67,000-acre lake is also very popular.</p>
<p>A boat ramp to access the Mississippi River can be found near the picnic shelter. </p>
<p>The closest boat access to Lake Winnie is located 1 mile northeast of the park down Plug Hat Road. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground, pronounced "win-uh-big-osh-ish," offers 22 sites with electric hookups. Amenities include showers, flush toilets, pit toilets, drinking water, a dump station, boat ramp, picnic shelter and playground.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
A forest of mixed hardwoods and towering red pines covers the area, housing an abundance of wildlife including nesting bald eagles, porcupines, black bears, chipmunks and many others. <br/><br/>
Wild blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries grow seasonally on the forest floor.