Best Glamping near Bigfork, MN

Dixon Lake Resort and Stony Point Resort provide upscale glamping accommodations near Bigfork, Minnesota, with Dixon Lake featuring glamping cabins and modern amenities including electric hookups, fifty-amp service, and full bathroom facilities with showers. Stony Point offers an impressive selection of accommodation types including glamping tents and yurts along Cass Lake, with waterfront sites and private access to the shoreline. Both resorts provide a premium outdoor experience with comfortable bedding, climate-controlled accommodations, and electricity throughout. Webster Lake Campground offers additional glamping options with yurts situated in a quieter, more secluded setting. As one guest put it, "Unreal resort!" when describing their experience at Dixon Lake's upscale accommodations.

Big Bog State Recreation Area delivers one of the region's most distinctive glamping experiences, offering cabin and glamping accommodations with access to unique ecological features including the 500-square-mile bog with its mile-long elevated boardwalk showcasing carnivorous plants and rare bog orchids. Visitors can rent kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards directly from the recreation area to explore Red Lake and discover peaceful inlets. The glamping sites provide electric hookups, showers, and proximity to walking trails with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities for spotting trumpeter swans, eagles, and other native species. According to a camper, "The Big Bog Boardwalk feels like you are walking amongst the treetops. Don't miss it!" Winter glamping is also available, with the park maintaining hot water and shower facilities longer than most Minnesota state parks.

Best Glamping Sites Near Bigfork, Minnesota (12)

    1. Williams Narrows

    3 Reviews
    Wirt, MN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 246-2123

    $16 / night

    "Small campground with Great Lake access! We stumbled up on this one and really ike it. It has two different sections, and both offer great water access sites."

    "It was really quiet around us compared to the other side of the camp grounds as it was really just us, the boat landing and the hosts!"

    2. Prairie Lake Campground

    2 Reviews
    Grand Rapids, MN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 326-8486

    "This park is beautiful and right next to a lake. Very green and full of trees. Park is clean. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because the long-term residence aren't very friendly."

    "Very nice owners and they helped us get situated in our sites making sure we had everything we needed! Very laid back campground with a great area for both boats and swimming! I loved the vibe here!"

    3. Dixon Lake Resort

    1 Review
    Chippewa National Forest, MN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 659-4612

    $100 - $320 / night

    4. Big Bog State Recreation Area

    12 Reviews
    Blackduck, MN
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 647-8592

    "Loads of boats and people fishing as the lake is 5 min boat ride away. The river is perfect for trolling and catching. I chose to kayak the river for 5 hours and saw lots of people."

    "Campers should be aware that sites 19-30 back up against the state highway 72, which doesnt have much traffic but is a truck route so there is noise and proximity to that road with a slim buffer zone of"

    5. Norway Beach - Wanaki Campground Loop

    4 Reviews
    Cass Lake, MN
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 335-8600

    "Those on the Cass Lakeside have access to really nice beach areas."

    "A friendly visitor center and quite the trail along the beach and we found a site.  Sites with beach access were taken so we chose one away from the crowd. We had half the campground to ourselves."

    6. Webster Lake Campground

    2 Reviews
    Blackduck, MN
    41 miles
    Website

    $14 / night

    "This is a small rustic campground on Webster Lake. I arrived here on a Friday afternoon end of July, which should have been peak camping season, and the campground was half empty."

    "It's a campground by a lake with a hiking trail, pit toilettes, and boat launch.  People come here off-roading, fishing, boating, and hunting."

    7. Aspen Resort & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Orr, MN
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 757-0098

    "The owners were very nice and helpful, as well as the staff. Very clean. A beautiful spot! Fishing on Pelican lake is great."

    "Camp ground right on a large lake, family owned and well maintained."

    8. Pine Acres Resort and Campground

    2 Reviews
    Orr, MN
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 757-3144

    "Everyone says stay at Woodenfrog or Ash because it’s close to the park but those parks are very primitive."

    9. Stony Pt Resort and Campground

    3 Reviews
    Cass Lake, MN
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 335-6311

    "The tent area is limited they do have electricity and close to bathrooms (with showers) They have many RV spots, cabins and tent grounds."

    "It is 13 miles NE of Walker, MN on Leech Lake. Very nice campground. Electricity, dump station, nice showers, water, boat landing and fish cleaning shed."

    10. Chippewa Pines Resort

    1 Review
    Chippewa National Forest, MN
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 335-6897
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  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 24, 2021

    Tomahawk Lodge Resort and RV Park

    Quiet place

    This is a quiet friendly neighborhood of Rv’s and small cabins located on Blackduck lake . There is a swimming pool and hot tub. The hot tub wasn’t working when I was there. There is an on site laundry unit. There is a fish cleaning house as well for the fisherman. You can take short drive or walk to the local golf course. A little down the road is a convenience store with all your fishing needs including licenses and bait. Limited availability of houses for sale and there is a waiting list for RVs. It is closed for the winter and everyone has to be out of the houses too.

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 21, 2020

    Big Bog State Recreation Area

    Fishing paradise

    The water is high right now so some of the amenities and campsites are water logged. Sites 1-7 were in great spots with waterfront but crammed together. They could use two less sites. I was in site three and it is squeezed in by 2 and 4. Loads of boats and people fishing as the lake is 5 min boat ride away. The river is perfect for trolling and catching. I chose to kayak the river for 5 hours and saw lots of people. Lots of people catching fish. I also saw you can rent kayak or canoes from the main office which is nice for younger kids. The DNR told me on windy days the river gets crowded so beware. The river is a no to low wake zone so easy to kayak around boats. Plenty of nature to look at while you are in the water.

    The cabins look like a lot of fun for a family. Cozy but secluded from the rest of the campground.

    Bathrooms were closed due to Covid but shower houses were nice and clean.

    The beach and marina trail were not much to speak up but they are there. Gas state is close for ice and sodas. Not much else is near tho so make sure you stock up prior to arriving.

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 12, 2025

    Big Bog State Recreation Area

    Camping in the golden season

    We camped here on a weekend when there was going to be a special park event--a lighted lantern tour on the boardwalk into the Big Bog. It was an amazing experience! I would agree with some other campers, fall is the best time because it has no bugs, fewer campers, and the campground is relatively dry. Plus the colors are fantastic!  We stayed in campsite number 1, one of the better ones for tent campers. It is more private, tucked into the woods, and several spots for tents. The campground was relatively quiet and only about half full. Campers should be aware that sites 19-30 back up against the state highway 72, which doesnt have much traffic but is a truck route so there is noise and proximity to that road with a slim buffer zone of vegetation. But sites 1-8 are along the Tamarack River and pretty nice--especially if you have brought a boat or watercraft for fishing or paddling or boating, you have direct access to the water from a number of the sites, plus there is a good dock centrally located. There are also a number of nice camper cabins that are tucked into the woods, and they are avaialble even in winter as ice fishermen like to stay here to get onto Red Lake. The Big Bog campground is not right on Red Lake, but you can get to it via the Tamarack River, or by crossing Hwy 72 to the west side of the park where there is a boat launch and swimming area plus picnicking and hiking trails along Red Lake. The boardwalk into the Big Bog is in a separate parcel of state land just north on 72 a miles. It is one of the longest boardwalks into a bog in the US, and well worth the hike. As tamaracks dominaate, they are at the peak of their golden colors in October, and I think the best time to visit. Being there at twilight was amazing, and the special lantern walk allowed us to stay out after dark to do some sky gazing. Campers should note that there are few amenities at the campground itself, other than the visitor center, bath house and water, but the small towns of Washish and Kelliher are not far away and have food, gas, and fishing supplies

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2018

    Webster Lake Campground

    Quiet camping at Webster Lake

    This is a small rustic campground on Webster Lake. I arrived here on a Friday afternoon end of July, which should have been peak camping season, and the campground was half empty. Its a bit off the beaten path, the lake is not huge, and the campsites are simple so maybe the campground is not on many peoples radar. However, the lake is pretty and the fishing isnt bad, the lakeside campsites are fairly nice, and there are some interesting trails into the bogs around the lake. Supposedly it is most busy during fall hunting season, so for a quiet camping experience and wildlife wAtching it is probably best to come in mid to late summer. Early summer is also probably not the best time as the surrounding bogs are probably great mosquito breeding grounds!

  • SmallRVLifestyle V.
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Webster Lake Campground

    Quiet Campground In The Middle Of The Forest

    I saw the sign for a campground on the road and I thought I check it out. It's a campground by a lake with a hiking trail, pit toilettes, and boat launch. 

    People come here off-roading, fishing, boating, and hunting.

    I was visiting in September, Labor day weekend, and half of the sites were empty. I got a really nice, large spot on the lake. It's a primitive campground, with no any sort of electricity or even garbage service. First come first serve, there is an envelope stand at the entrance.

    Depending on what way you are coming from, you have to drive a few miles on gravel forest roads. It's not bad though.

    I did try the trail that goes around the lake, it's about 3.5 miles long. It goes through the forest mainly, not a very exciting trail, very easy. There is a place where you can walk on the bog and sit down on a bench for a nice view. That was the pretty part.

    So many mosquitos though, you better spray yourself before going on the hike. I forgot and bugs were chasing me. I couldn't stop at all, I was rushing through the trail.

    Overall, a nice National Forest Campground, quiet it's perfect for an outdoorsy weekend.

    I had a strong AT&T signal, enough to run Netflix and do online surfing.

  • c
    Aug. 18, 2018

    Aspen Resort & Campground

    My grandkids loved it! Me too!

    The owners were very nice and helpful, as well as the staff. Very clean. A beautiful spot! Fishing on Pelican lake is great. The fishing dock is accessible ( I rode my mobility scooter out there with no difficulty) and they have boats available so you can get out on the. lake. We spent a lot of time in the pool and hot tub and enjoyed the nightly campfire. We ordered a pizza and it was delivered to to out camper by a nice young man! Paddle boat and kayaks are free for guests as well as many other amenities and activities the children will enjoy. We brought our rv but they also have some beautiful cabins. I just wish we had more time to enjoy all the resort offers. Next time! We also enjoyed the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary. Its only 15 miles away. A wonderful place to view the bears! Don’t miss it! We loved our stay at Aspen. It’s our new vacation destination!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Pine Acres Resort and Campground

    MUST STAY LOCATION

    Great primitive campsite to hit on the way to Voyaguers National Park. Everyone says stay at Woodenfrog or Ash because it’s close to the park but those parks are very primitive. If you do not have a portable shower or don’t mind using a “hole-on-the-ground” toilet then Pine Acres is a great primitive campsite. There are portable potty’s around the campsite, out houses but they also have full functioning bathrooms and showers. There is a train that goes through across the lake but it stops around 10pm so horns aren’t going off while you’re sleeping. Wonderful staff very friendly. My go-to-place when I come back up here.

  • Brandy S.
    Sep. 5, 2019

    Stony Pt Resort and Campground

    Hard to leave

    We stayed last year at their campground (tent area) and had a wonderful time and returned again this year this time renting a cabin. The tent area is limited they do have electricity and close to bathrooms (with showers) They have many RV spots, cabins and tent grounds. There is a restaurant, beach/playground, indoor pool, game room and boat launch/marina where you can rent boats/pontoons and peddle boats. Our family has had a great time each time and is where we will always return to in the future.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 28, 2024

    Norway Beach - Wanaki Campground Loop

    Very nice campground

    There's a lot of sites there's somewhat separate and private. Those on the Cass Lakeside have access to really nice beach areas. Really nice bike trails bathrooms were old in the showers are cold but otherwise it was a delightful place to stay for a couple of nights. Interesting you can rent these on the national forest site but also there are some that are not on the site including the one that we stayed at that was available during Memorial Day weekend when everything else was full because you couldn't rent it online.


Guide to Bigfork

The lakes and forests surrounding Bigfork, Minnesota create ideal conditions for camping adventures in northern Minnesota's Itasca County. Located at an elevation of approximately 1,300 feet, this region experiences warm summers with temperatures averaging 75-80°F during peak camping season. Winter camping options also exist, with some facilities maintaining heated accommodations and amenities through the colder months.

What to do

Kayaking on peaceful inlets: Rent boats at Big Bog State Recreation Area to explore Red Lake and discover quiet waterways. "We loved kayaking on the water and even found a little peaceful inlet to kayak. It was very peaceful," notes Meredith T.

Hiking bog boardwalks: The 500-square-mile bog with its mile-long elevated aluminum walkway provides a unique ecological experience. "The Big Bog Boardwalk feels like you are walking amongst the treetops," mentions a camper who visited in August.

Wildlife viewing: The region offers excellent opportunities to spot native species. "We saw Trumpeter Swans, Eagles and Mergansers," reports one visitor to Big Bog State Recreation Area, where wildlife viewing is particularly good along the shoreline trails.

Seasonal lantern walks: Check for special park events at certain times of year. "We camped here on a weekend when there was going to be a special park event--a lighted lantern tour on the boardwalk into the Big Bog. It was an amazing experience!" writes Janet R. about her fall visit.

What campers like

Beach access sites: Wanaki Campground offers sites with direct lake access. "There are beachside paths right to the lake from your campsite. Surrounded by trees so shaded and privacy," explains Amber R., who felt safe as a solo female traveler.

Fall camping advantages: Late-season camping near Bigfork offers unique benefits. "I would agree with some other campers, fall is the best time because it has no bugs, fewer campers, and the campground is relatively dry. Plus the colors are fantastic!" shares a Big Bog visitor.

Quiet, less crowded options: For those seeking solitude, Webster Lake Campground provides a more peaceful glamping experience. "I arrived here on a Friday afternoon end of July, which should have been peak camping season, and the campground was half empty," reports Janet R., noting it's "a bit off the beaten path."

Luxury glamping options: Premium accommodations at Stony Pt Resort and Campground include yurts and glamping tents with modern amenities. "We stayed last year at their campground (tent area) and had a wonderful time and returned again this year this time renting a cabin," writes Brandy S.

What you should know

Bug considerations: Insect activity varies significantly by season. "So many mosquitos though, you better spray yourself before going on the hike. I forgot and bugs were chasing me," warns a Webster Lake visitor who couldn't stop while hiking.

Wet conditions at some sites: Some campgrounds live up to the "bog" name during certain seasons. "Site 15 was a complete bog. Swamp all around the camper. The entire site, aside from the parking pad, was soggy and wet," reports Thia C. about a July visit.

Shower availability varies: Facilities differ across campgrounds in the region. "Showers are hot, but the shower rooms and bathrooms are old and worn out. Relatively clean, just..well…OLD," notes Rich S. about his stay at Wanaki Campground.

Water access considerations: Not all water sources at campgrounds are suitable for drinking. "Be careful with water as a lot of the faucets are not potable. Just a few potable and they are marked so pay attention," advises Mike G. about his stay at Stony Point.

Tips for camping with families

Resort amenities for kids: Aspen Resort & Campground offers family-friendly facilities. "We spent a lot of time in the pool and hot tub and enjoyed the nightly campfire. We ordered a pizza and it was delivered to our camper by a nice young man!" shares charlie S., who adds, "Paddle boat and kayaks are free for guests."

Winter cabin options: Glamping near Bigfork isn't limited to warm weather. "I stayed here one New Year's in a camper cabin equipped with space to sleep 5 or 6, a propane stove, and warm, clean bathrooms and showers at the visitor center," reports Ellen F. about winter glamping at Big Bog.

Wildlife sanctuaries nearby: Plan day trips to see local wildlife. "We also enjoyed the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary. It's only 15 miles away. A wonderful place to view the bears! Don't miss it!" recommends a visitor to Aspen Resort.

Fishing opportunities for kids: Many campgrounds offer easy fishing access for young anglers. "The water is high right now so some of the amenities and campsites are water logged. Sites 1-7 were in great spots with waterfront but crammed together," notes Scott M., who spent five hours kayaking and observed "lots of people catching fish."

Tips from RVers

Campsite selection for privacy: Williams Narrows offers varying levels of seclusion. "We loved our site as it was very level, large and well taken care of. It was really quiet around us compared to the other side of the camp grounds as it was really just us, the boat landing and the hosts!" shares Samantha K.

Campground host resources: Many campgrounds have hosts who can assist with forgotten items. "Campround host has everything...and I mean everything to help you out if you forgot something. Super friendly and kind of like a fun little community," notes Scott M. about Williams Narrows.

RV parking limitations: Be aware of site restrictions before arriving. "A large Pusher will have trouble but I seen people doing it," warns Mike G. about navigating larger rigs at Stony Point Resort.

Extended season availability: Some campgrounds maintain services longer than others. "In October, campers are few. There are flush toilets and hot showers (and they keep their water turned on longer than most state parks in Minnesota who usually close the shower houses on Oct 7)," notes Sheila P. about Big Bog State Recreation Area.

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