Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Bagley, MN

Bagley is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Minnesota camping has to offer. Find the best campgrounds near Bagley, MN. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Bagley, Minnesota (88)

    1. Bagley City Park

    5 Reviews
    Bagley, MN
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 694-2865

    $15 - $25 / night

    "The tent sites are located across from and adjacent to the RV sites. "

    "The town of Bagley does a great job keeping the park safe and welcoming."

    2. Bear Paw Campground — Itasca State Park

    38 Reviews
    Laporte, MN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 266-2100

    "Lots of biking and hiking trails. Pets allowed."

    "Itasca State Park Minnesota

     This park is a gem in Minnesota State Parks! Just beautiful. Although we only had 1 day we managed to pack a lot into it."

    3. Pine Ridge Campground — Itasca State Park

    32 Reviews
    Laporte, MN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 699-7251

    "This is a great option for pontoon, kayak, canoe, SUP, bike, and child/ pet carrier rentals.

    • TONS of hiking throughout the massive park."

    "Three different people recommended Lake Itasca so I made my way here. It’s the start of the mighty Mississippi with a large natural area surrounding it."

    4. Lake Bemidji State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Bemidji, MN
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 755-3843

    "- Campsite near the beach is recommended. There is a private rocky section away from the crowded beach. Our pup loved running out here and taking a swim by himself.

    • The bog walk is a great hike!"

    "The park is an oasis of well preserved old growth northwoods forest, which you can experience on foot or by bike on miles of trails along the lake, into the woods, and on boardwalks into the bogs."

    5. Coffee Pot Landing

    5 Reviews
    Shevlin, MN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 296-6157

    "CAMPSITE REVIEW:

    Coffee Pot Landing is a canoe landing and campsite located near the LaSalle Scientific Natural Area and along a wild and scenic section of the Mississippi River Headwaters Water Trail"

    "We drove and walked into the campground. It's a pretty short walk over a foot bridge.

    We were the only ones there and it was really quiet."

    6. Fosston City Campground

    5 Reviews
    Bagley, MN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 435-1959

    $5 - $16 / night

    "There was a dumpster and a shelter with many picnic tables near by.

    There's one flush toilet and shower and they were nice and clean.

    I was pleasantly surprised by this little campground."

    "Level drive through or back in sites."

    7. Long Lake County Campground

    5 Reviews
    Shevlin, MN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 657-2275

    "For tenting the nicest site is a walk in site that even has a filtered view of the lake and a path die to the shore. Nice kids area as well as a sandy beach, fishing dock, and boat launch."

    "The lake is a spring fed lake so the water is pretty cold. I usually float on a air mattress. This campsite can get pretty busy and some parent don’t supervise their kids very closely."

    8. Black Lantern Resort

    1 Review
    Shevlin, MN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (612) 812-7309

    9. Tilberg Polk County Park

    1 Review
    Bagley, MN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 686-0975

    "The lake itself is nice sized and holds pike, panfish and walleyes. There is a large picnic shelter and a small playground for kids. The city of Fosston is a short drive for anything you might need!"

    10. Fox Trap Canoe Campsite

    2 Reviews
    Bemidji, MN
    16 miles
    Website

    "Campsite Review: This a canoe-in campsite on the Mississippi River Headwaters Water Trail."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Bagley, MN

294 Reviews of 88 Bagley Campgrounds


  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 12, 2019

    Deer Park Lake Backcountry Campsite — Itasca State Park

    Ranger Review: Mountain House Hash at Itasca's Deer Park Lake

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW

    Itasca State Park is a primo destination in northern Minnesota for folks interested in exploring the headwaters of the Mississippi River. There are several campgrounds, group camps, cabins and lodge accomodations in the park that suit most visitors. But for folks who want a wilderness experience while at the headwaters, there are miles of wilderness trails in the backcountry area on the southern end of the park—and there are campsites and Adirondack shelters scattered throughout the myriad glacial lakes of this backcountry, enough so that you could backpack by foot or on snowshoes or cross country skis for a week through the territory, staying at a different lakes every night. April in Minnesota means we are still winter camping—but despite the snow, the sun is bright and warm, and it is great to get out into it. The park is at its peak of solitude in the winter, but if you can find a way to get to a campsite, they are open and reservable. This review is for Remote Campsite 11, located on an isthmus between Coffee Break Lake and Deer Park Lake. It is a several mile hike in from the nearest parking areas, either via Mary Kake and the Ozawindib Trail, or via the Deer Park Trail from Douglas Lodge. The trail is rolling and maintained for cross country skiers, snowshoers and snowhikers in the winter. This campsite is located just past the Ozawindib Adirondack Shelter, which is a good backup if its too windy or cold at the campsite. The campsite itself is down a hill by the lakeshore, between two lakes actually, on a rise that overlooks both. There is an additional campsite nearby on the south end of Deer Park Lake, campsite 10. There is a tent pad sheltered under the tall pines (and currently under the snow!) as well as a fire ring and an outhouse. There is no water provided, but a large bucket is available, so you can get lake water and filter it, or melt snow or bring your own. This is a great location for folks who like winter camping as the trek in is only a few miles, I was able to do it easily carrying a backpack of gear on my back, and a front pack with my dog when she got tired if trudging through the snow. And of course it is an easy hike in during the milder snow-free seasons. The site is scenic, pristine, and largely sheltered from the wind. The vista north over Coffee Break Lake would be awesome for viewing northern lights, this is a dark sky part of the park. It can get a little muddy in the transition season, including around the campfire area, so we hung out at the Adirondack shelter nearby and did our cooking there.

    To see a map and reserve a back country campsite at Itasca, check this link:

    https://reservemn.usedirect.com/MinnesotaWeb/Facilities/AdvanceSearch.aspx

    For more info on Remote Camping in Minnesota State Parks, see this link: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/remote_camping.html

    For general info on Itasca State Park, go to the homepage: www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00181#homepage

    PRODUCT REVIEW

    As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I ocasionally get camping products to test out. Today I am testing Mountain House Southwest Breakfast Hash https://www.mountainhouse.com/m/product/spicy-southwest-breakfast-hash.html

    Mountain House makes lightwieght, freeze-dried trail meals that are "cooked" in their own pouches using only boiling water. The sealed pouches are durable and lightwieght to carry, and the no-fuss no-muss prep of adding boiling water and letting it stand for 4 minutes in the re-sealable pouch is really easy. Since I was carrying my gear on my back, and carrying my tired little dog in a front pack carrier, I certainly didnt want to have extra weight! But these meal pouches are so light you hardly know you are carrying them. This pouch of SW breakfast hash had more than enough for two people plus some leftover for the dog, we served it up on tortillas that we had also packed, but you could eat it straight up. The hash featured beans, corn, potatoes, veggies and shredded beef for a well rounded complete meal as is, but you could extend the servings by scrambling it with eggs to dish up for a larger group. The taste and texture were surprisingly good, tasty without being too spicy, and I would defintiely buy this again. See our video review at https://youtu.be/nB9lBmjUsqU

  • Glenda D.
    Apr. 8, 2021

    Bagley City Park

    Nice campground inside the town of Bagley

    The campground has either electric or water or just electric sites for RVs and there are also tent-only sites.  The tent sites are located across from and adjacent to the RV sites.  The RV sites are pretty close together but, we were there in the middle of the summer and there were a couple of open tent sites on one side of us.  The campground is pet friendly and the management is friendly.  The campground is close to Itasca State Park as well.  Others have mentioned that getting in to the campsites near the circle drive area (closest to the lake parking lot) are a little difficult to get into & this is very true.  We have an 8x17 Ice Castle/RV that we pull behind the truck and backing into our spot without disturbing other campers was not an easy task.  The circle drive is right where the last couple of RV sites are sitting and there is a tree at the point of the circle drive so you have to avoid the tree and maneuver around it when backing in.  The sites that are closer to the entrance & the playground that do not have a good view of the lake are easier to get in to.  We used the dump station which is nicely situated on a slope just outside the entrance so it's easy to completely pump out a tank that might sit lower on your unit.  There was a picnic table and campfire ring at each site.

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 13, 2020

    McIntosh City Park

    Adequate city park campground

    This is a small campground in the city park in the village of MacIntosh. The city park itself is well manicured and well maintained, with community ball fields and picnic areas and playground. It is clearly a much loved community gathering place. The campground within it, though well maintained, has some drawbacks. The area is very open, with few trees and really no shade. It is also located immediately adjacent to Highway 2, a busy 4-lane highway with truck noise, and risky for kids or pets if they wandered away from the campsite. There are basic hookups for RVs if desired, and a dump station with non-potable water. At present time, due to the Covid pandemic, the bathroom facilities are closed for the duration. There is a gas station adjacent to the park that has public facilities. This would not be a destination campground unless you were coming to McIntosh for a family reunion or other town event. It might also be a quick and easy overnight place to camp if you are travelling some en route somewhere else via Hwy 2.

  • P
    Aug. 12, 2020

    Bear Paw Campground — Itasca State Park

    Trees and lake are beautiful

    We had electric site and easily fit our 27 foot trailer. Beautiful campground. Lots of biking and hiking trails. Pets allowed.

  • Olivia M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2019

    Pine Ridge Campground — Itasca State Park

    Can’t skip the Headwaters

    • This is the headwaters of the Mississippi, which is a neat experience.
    • Itasca Rentals is here. This is a great option for pontoon, kayak, canoe, SUP, bike, and child/ pet carrier rentals.
    • TONS of hiking throughout the massive park.
    • The wilderness drive is very scenic.
    • Some k the best hiking included: preacher’s grove and the fire tower
    • This would be a great location to host an event such as a family reunion, because there is something for everyone.
    • Very nice playgrounds for the kids.
  • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2018

    Fawn Sleeping Resort

    Well groomed, off the road, quiet and near the lake

    While this seems to be mainly an "RV" campground, but there were a few cabins on the lake and two gorgeous tent sites that would be the envy of many other camps. They were ideal, especially for the family that wanted the "tent" experience without having to huff it through the woods with toddlers in tow.

    Sleeping Fawn is very clearly marked from the road, and although they don't say "campground" on the sign, there are a few tent sites available. It's about a 3/4 mile drive off the main road, but signage is apparent the entire way, and it's super easy to find once you get there. There is an office for check in, cabins to rent and lots of RV sites available too. Even though RV's seem to dominate here, the roadway through the woods and past them is peaceful and serene. Pine needles cover the ground and create a softness to the scenery. The posts that mark each site are wooden, tall, and are clearly numbered. Close to the entrance is a "tent parking" area, a cart for hauling your things, and 2 tent pads, just across the drive and down a little path about 20 yards. Perfect!

    The tent sites are far enough apart to be "separate", but close enough that if you had family or friends, they are close by. Garbage cans are at the split in the path between #1 and #2 and each site has a fire ring, picnic table, gorgeous, flat tent pad and a view of the lake. And again, if you needed something from the car, it's a 50 yard walk. Not a 3 mile trudge through the woods.

    Camping in tents May 18 - Oct 1

    Camping rates were a bit steep for my liking, but I like primitive sites in the woods. So if you were a family trying to introduce wee ones to camping, it would still be worth it. $28 for a site as of 2018. Or a weekly rate of $170. Showers and laundry available, as well as free coffee in the morning. They also have a beach, nature trail, small store and other amenities.

    NOTE: Pets are not allowed at this resort

  • Brenda  N.
    Aug. 21, 2019

    Mantrap Lake Campground and Day-Use Area

    Primitive

    This campground is in Paul Bunyan State Forest. First come, first serve. No ATVs are allowed, perfect if you have young kids on bikes. There are no hook ups at all. Must have a generator for power. Water is available but not at every site. Pets are allowed. Outside toilets are clean. This is a quiet camp ground. The site includes a table and fire ring. There is no place to dock your boat over night. Keep in mind these sites are only $14 a night. There is a host but no security. There are signs up warning about bears.

  • D
    Sep. 5, 2020

    The Wilds Resort & Campground

    Amazing resort off the beaten path

    What an amazing find and diamond in the rough! This resort is amazing, quiet, clean, friendly people, and pet friendly! Only a 3 mile ride down the gravel to get to ATV trails, and a premium gas pump to fill up with when you get back at the resort after riding. Private boat launch and swimming beach make it fun for the kids and convenient for dad to dock his boat to go fishing. Will definitely book a stay here again, soon!

  • Leasa W.
    Jul. 8, 2016

    Norway Beach - Chippewa Campground Loop

    A Camping Trip Still Talked About Years Later

    I camped at this location with my siblings and cousins in early August a few years ago. We had 2 tents for sleeping and a canopy shelter near the picnic table. The campsite was plenty big enough for a party of 7 & 2 dogs. The area and campsites are wooded, mostly shaded with large evergreens. Bathrooms and showers were nearby, just a walk across the road from our campsite. We were on a back road, which was enjoyable yet an easy walking distance to the beach. The lakeside campsites also looked nice. We had friends that were camping in a RV nearby who's campsite was also inviting. The ground space is level and gravel/dirt with occasional pine needles from overhead evergreen trees. The bike path goes along the lakeshore/woods that provides access of miles of bike paths in the Cass Lake & Walker area. The beach was sandy & provided gorgeous views of Cass Lake. I highly recommend this campground to those that want to experience Cass Lake.


Guide to Bagley

If you're looking for a great place to camp with your furry friends near Bagley, Minnesota, there are several pet-friendly campgrounds that offer a variety of amenities and activities for both you and your pets.

Dog owners appreciate the spacious sites and natural surroundings

Pet owners like the variety of activities available

  • At Pine Ridge Campground — Itasca State Park, you can take advantage of numerous hiking and biking trails that welcome pets, allowing for plenty of outdoor adventures.
  • Bagley City Park is close to a sandy beach and playground, making it a fun spot for families with pets to enjoy a day out.
  • Grant Creek Horse Camp provides access to miles of trails, perfect for those who want to explore the area on horseback or with their dogs.

Tips for camping with dogs near Bagley

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Coffee Pot Landing to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting West Alaska Resort as amenities may be limited.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet at LaSalle Lake State Recreation Area to maintain the natural beauty of the campground and keep it enjoyable for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Bagley, MN is Bagley City Park with a 4.6-star rating from 5 reviews.

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