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Clubhouse Lake

Clubhouse Lake, near Deer River, Minnesota, is a rustic campground that offers a peaceful escape for those looking to unwind in nature. With a beautiful beach and excellent fishing right off the dock, it’s a fantastic spot for families and friends to gather and enjoy the great outdoors.

The campground is known for its primitive charm, featuring spacious sites that accommodate tents and RVs. Visitors rave about the fishing opportunities, especially for teaching kids how to catch sunnies. One camper noted, “Great place to teach kiddos how to fish,” highlighting the family-friendly vibe here.

If you’re seeking solitude, the south loop is a quieter option, perfect for those wanting to get away from the busier areas. Just keep in mind that cell service is spotty, so it’s a great chance to disconnect and truly immerse yourself in nature.

For those who want to explore, the nearby town of Marcell offers supplies and amenities, but be prepared for some gravel roads along the way. Whether you’re swimming, canoeing, or simply relaxing by the water, Clubhouse Lake provides a serene backdrop for your camping adventures.

Description

National Forest

Chippewa National Forest

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.

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 are located within the campground at the water's edge. A kid's fishing day is held at the campground in June, sponsored by the Big Fork Lion's Club and the Forest Service.

Natural Features

The campground lies off Highway 38, which is the nation's first National Scenic Byway, known as "The Edge of the Wilderness." 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 Marcell 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.

Fee Info

$16.00 per night

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Location

Clubhouse Lake is located in Minnesota

Detail location of campground

Directions

From the south, travel on Minnesota State Highway 38 from Grand Rapids to Marcell. Turn right on County Road 45, just north of Marcell, and continue five miles east. Then travel three miles north on Forest Road 2181 to the campground.

Address

1235 DIVISION ST.
Deer river, MN 56636

Coordinates

47.6097222 N
93.5769444 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 18, 2024

Love this campground

Very rustic and quiet. Great beach and fishing Peer is awesome as well. Catch lots of Sunny’s right next to the dock. Great place to teach kiddos how to fish. Highly recommend for a good rustic camping experience.

Site33
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 29, 2021

Peaceful

North loop has more reservable campsites but we chose to got it he south loop to get away from the families who stayed near the beach. Very primitive campground with excellent fishing! No cell service so come here to get away! The town of Marcell isn’t too far away but most of the roads you take are going to be gravel and occupied by big log trucks so be safe.

Site47
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jan. 10, 2021

Camp right on the lake

This is your typical Forest Service dry campground.  It is reservable in the summer but when we visited in the fall, it was first come, first serve.  And it was empty.  We got a site right at the swimming beach.  The beach however is quite small and suitable for children.  There isn't any hiking directly from the camp site but there is just a few miles away.

It is heavily forested so the solar didn't do us much good so if you're going to be there a while, you will need a generator if you are in an RV.  Cell service is intermittent at best.  You might be able to make a call but no more than that.

We have a small 5th wheel so we had many options but at least half the sites would only take a small trailer or tent.  I would say about 32'-35' is the max.  The road in is mostly paved with only the last mile well graded dirt passable by all vehicles.  We would stay there again.

Month of VisitOctober
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Reviewed May. 19, 2019

Family camping

Good place for a camping get away. We had 4 groups taking 4 spots adjacent to each other. Children loved the swimming, canoeing and hiking. The sites were spacious enough for a large tent and screen tent.

Not too far from Marcell where you can get any supplies that you may have forgot or just ran out of.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Clubhouse Lake?

    Clubhouse Lake allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Clubhouse Lake?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Clubhouse Lake, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Clubhouse Lake have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Clubhouse Lake does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Clubhouse Lake?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Clubhouse Lake?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Clubhouse Lake. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Clubhouse Lake, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Clubhouse Lake?

    There are 48 campsites at Clubhouse Lake and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts