Cook County manages Bass Lake, a walk-in campground that requires campers to carry gear from parking areas to individual sites. The setup works well for tent camping and backpacking, with several sites accommodating rooftop tents according to recent visitors.
Vault toilets stay clean, and each site includes a picnic table and fire pit. Firewood is available on-site, and the county allows pets and alcohol. Cell service reaches the area, though the walk-in access means this location suits campers comfortable with hauling their gear rather than those expecting roadside convenience. For additional camping choices, visitors can explore campsites near Bigfork or check out George Washington State Forest Larson Lake Campground less than two miles southwest.
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Map & DirectionsBass Lake is located in Minnesota near Bigfork
Coordinates
47.79000073 N
93.3960004 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/17/26
AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/17/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 5 min from Duluth, MN
- 3 hrs 15 min from Grand Forks, ND
- 3 hrs 26 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 3 hrs 37 min from Fargo, ND
