Best Camping near Blackduck, MN

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  • Sheila P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Bog State Recreation Area
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Big Bog State Recreation Area

    October is best

    Big Bog is a beautiful state park and the facilities are great. 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). Serene. The rent boats. Red Lake is beautiful. The Big Bog is fascinating. In October there are no mosquitos or annoying insects.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Den Landing Canoe Camp
    Aug. 30, 2024

    Bear Den Landing Canoe Camp

    Hidden spots a plenty along road

    The coordinates go to bear landing boat ramp culdesac. Nice views and about one good spot there, but may have someone pulling up to check out if the spot is taken or fish or use ramp. But it was a Fri night for me and just one car of two hunters came checking the spot for birds then left after a few minutes. Calm quiet crisp late Aug night. I honestly recommend take the first spot on right after turn in from main road its about 100 yards from main road. Its private there or theres other small dirt openings along road while going toward culdesac. Obviously if you go to far off bear landing rd you may hit on private property though so watch for signs.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Grant Creek Horse Camp
    Aug. 29, 2024

    Grant Creek Horse Camp

    A nice camp depending on timing

    A free county camp very well maintained grass with nice toilet, clean well water, firepit, benches all well cared for. I was alone all day mid week in summer until a big rig pulled up at 10pm and took half the other spots about a dozen horses. It seemed cool for one night as a tenter but a clicky type of horse owners environment where they may not want folks without horses. A nice creek near by with space and a interesting place for my dogs to soak in all the smells even if its just one night.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Cassaway Dispersed
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Camp Cassaway Dispersed

    Free dispersed camping

    About a quarter mile from main road but very rough road meaning huge holes, just go slow. A few spots right next to the lake maybe 5 but the loop is generally close together for 3 of them. Its a really nice secluded spot actually with fresh clear cool waters. The mid summer bugs werent as bad when there was slight winds. May get adventurous and explore the rustic trails around the lake. Lots of wood sticks around to gather as well. Maybe you get lucky and are only one there to feel like in the movie castaway.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from 6 Mile Campground
    Aug. 28, 2024

    6 Mile Campground

    Free campsite nice lake

    An old national forest campsite, rustic with ground fire pits. Good for tent. You will be able to see the drive in spots by the fire pits. About 6 spots. Only two other RV people there mid summer weekday. The spots are spread out decently. Theres a boat ramp and an old outhouse toilet. Be ready to bring bug spray. Dont miss the sign while driving down 6 mile lake rd, the coordinates work better on map directions.

  • Micheal S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Bemidji State Park Campground
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Lake Bemidji State Park Campground

    Nice State Park

    This was an overnight stopover our way west. The site was spacious compared to some state parks. There were plenty of trees and a bit of terrain changes that made them more appealing. The lake was large and inviting (except for current swimmer's itch breakout). The bathrooms and showers were clean and the park staff was pleasant.

  • vThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Scenic State Park Campground
    Aug. 19, 2024

    Scenic State Park Campground

    Hidden gem in North Central Minnesota

    Came across this park while looking to put together a four-day trip in our travel trailer. This is a great park with great facilities and a great lake. No big boats allowed no more than 10 mph. No no waterskiing. Makes it ideal for paddling, kayaking, and calm water.

  • Adam L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Trails RV Park
    Aug. 14, 2024

    Trails RV Park

    Very nice RV park

    I stayed here for 2 nights. I was with my parents who had an RV but I just stayed in a tent in the back of their spot. It was a very clean park. You can tell they take care of it. Showers were nice. Pool was warm. Everyone at the park seemed nice. It's not on the lake but there is a boat landing with 2 ramps about a mile away. It's right on a major bike trail.

  • Phillip S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bowen Lodge
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Bowen Lodge

    Great place to camp

    All hookups needed are available, including sanitary, 30 and 50 amp, and water

  • Bjoern C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Itasca
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Camp Itasca

    Nice place to explore itasca state park

    The primitive campsites were very spaces but surrounded by poison ivy. An outhouse was nearby and water accesses well. Shows were clean and staff extremely friendly.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Point
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Stony Point

    Great campground right on Leech Lake

    Great campground right on Leech Lake.  A quick drive to Walker if you need any supplies.  Plenty of options for getting firewood near by.

    We were on site 23 and it was a huge site (as were most sites)  No issues with neighbors being noisy other than a yapping dog.  Site was nice and level.

    There are some sites that are definitely less desirable around the main bathroom / shower house.

    With the wind off the lake bugs were well managed - but this is MN in the summer - so there were mosquitoes and flies - but that is expected.

    Grass was well maintained

    Beach was great albeit shallow. But nice soft sand.

    Wouldn't have any qualms about going back

    FYI - they don't supply a solo stove - but I love mine so I use it instead of the fire ring

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gulch Lake
    Aug. 3, 2024

    Gulch Lake

    Not thrilled with this spot

    This campsite was a bit confusing for me to find and I still wonder if I’m at the right place. It’d be a peaceful night if it weren’t for the generator running all night across from me 😤 The mosquitoes are terrible, but that’s expected. I also thought it’d be on the water but it’s not… The road can also be pretty tough so be prepared if your pulling a trailer. I don’t think this was what I expected

  • Tracy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Schoolcraft State Park Campground
    Jul. 25, 2024

    Schoolcraft State Park Campground

    Hidden Gem

    I had the entire park to myself. Beautiful view of the Mississippi River, not far from the headwaters. Enjoyed the sounds of nature as I relaxed in site #6. I took advantage of the on-site fire wood via the Yodel Portal app. Amazed that I had the place to myself.

  • Kerry K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Leech Lake Reservoir Leech Lake Recreation Area
    Jul. 25, 2024

    COE Leech Lake Reservoir Leech Lake Recreation Area

    Great campground

    Was here last year also. Great place for older people that have a national parks card. $13.00 a night is unbeatable. Park is always clean and well maintained. And free laundry too. Yes, there are skeeters, but this is summer in Minnesota. You learn to deal. Quiet and not packed at all. Site is large and flat and trees galore.

  • JAcob G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Clubhouse Lake
    Jul. 18, 2024

    Clubhouse Lake

    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.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Noma Lake Campground
    Jul. 6, 2024

    Noma Lake Campground

    Mosquito Paradise

    It was ok. It was free. Per US Forest service website, this is now a free camping area. There was an established fire ring and marked camping spots. The mosquitoes were out of this world but perhaps after so much camping in the south we are just spoiled. There were a lot of other people camping but at least 5 sites available on Friday 7/5/24 late in the day.

  • Elizabeth D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Long Lake County Campground
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Long Lake County Campground

    Beautiful Area

    This will be our 4th time up here. Great Place to stay at. Lake is beautiful and good fishing. Has a boat dock and parking. Site we were in is kinda smaller but we made it work. Facilities are clean and well taken care of.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Island State Forest Benn Linn Landing Campsite
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Pine Island State Forest Benn Linn Landing Campsite

    This is for floaters on the river

    This is a flat, mowed area with direct access to the river for canoe camping. The road in is gravel for over 5 miles and while doable with my little camper, bit sketchy in a few places. I am the only one here which is nice and while it is mowed beautifully, the mosquitoes are insane and I've been if a few places I thought they were nuts. It is free and we don't expect anyone else to show up. My guess is the river is well over flood stage and most likly.arent floating this weekend but we will see. Pack it in and out with a pit toilet and two picnic tables.

  • Diane R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Deer Park Lake Backcountry Campsite — Itasca State Park
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Deer Park Lake Backcountry Campsite — Itasca State Park

    Remote, beautiful, trumpeter swans, loons and beavers!

    I stayed for 2 nights.  it was beautiful and serene.  There is a bear box which was helpful to store food and supplies since I was Hammocking.  Great trees for Hammock.  I was also able to get internet so I was able to see a big storm coming.  The birds and insects were suddenly silent and the clouds came in fast.  I was able to check weather apps and go to the shelter a mile toward the parking lot and wait out the storm.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Paw Campground — Itasca State Park
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Bear Paw Campground — Itasca State Park

    Beautiful LARGE State Park

    Many bike and walking/hiking trails. Well maintained park. Many Campsites are level and we just backed in and set up.

    Men’s bathroom is cleaned twice a day! Showers are clean and water is hot!

    Drinking water is good.

    Great trails to hike. Super nice Visitors Center with great interactive displays to learn about the park.

    View from the fire tower is spectacular! Beautiful wild flowers blooming along the trails. Took many pictures of loons on Mary’s lake.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Paul Bunyan State Forest Dispersed
    May. 31, 2024

    Paul Bunyan State Forest Dispersed

    Large drive in camping spot

    Very large easy to access camping area. Could easily get 4-5 campers in this one. It is a bit rocky and not extremely level but open and better for less bugs. ATV trail leads right off camping area.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coffee Pot Landing
    May. 30, 2024

    Coffee Pot Landing

    Coffee pot Landing

    There is no parking next to your camp at this spot. You have to walk to your camp and being the owner of a trailer. This does not work.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Bemidji State Park Campground
    May. 28, 2024

    Lake Bemidji State Park Campground

    Great park

    There are a lot of sites and some are relatively close together. A number of them require quite a bit of leveling if you're coming with a camper. The lake is beautiful you can actually walk on the trail down to a relatively nice restaurant for dinner. Well the park was full when we were there it didn't feel packed it was very pretty.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Norway Beach - Wanaki Campground Loop
    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.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gulch Lake
    Mar. 31, 2024

    Gulch Lake

    Views, water access

    Great views here! Stayed right next to the lake! Had easy access for kayaking and had a fun girls weekend! Site 7 was a short hike in from the parking lot and the site was large enough for multiple tents. We had a 3p and 2p backpacking tent. Picnic table and fire ring provided at the site. There is a self pay station and the rates were pretty cheap! we enjoyed a rainy weekend and were even able to rig up an awning with some dead branches in our site and extra rope we brought to help us keep dry. Great location for water access. we had an inflatable kayak, traditional kayak, and inflatable paddleboard between the three of us!


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Guide to Blackduck

Camping near Blackduck, Minnesota, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the many trails in the area. One camper mentioned, "Many bike and walking/hiking trails. Well maintained park," while enjoying the trails at Bear Paw Campground — Itasca State Park.
  • Fishing: The lakes around Blackduck are great for fishing. A visitor at Leech Lake Recreation Area & Campground said, "Fishing in the rapids below the dam, or in the still river water above it, camping and relaxing under the tall pines."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One reviewer at Big Bog State Recreation Area noted, "We saw Trumpeter Swans, Eagles and Mergansers."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept restrooms and showers. A visitor at Lake Bemidji State Park Campground remarked, "The bathrooms and showers were clean and the park staff was pleasant."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. One camper at Pokegama Dam Campground said, "Sites are level gravel pads. On the water sites have no beach shoreline lots of cattails."
  • Scenic Views: The natural beauty is a big draw. A reviewer at Scenic State Park Campground shared, "Came across this park while looking to put together a four-day trip... This is a great park with great facilities and a great lake."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in summer. A camper at Stony Point warned, "With the wind off the lake bugs were well managed - but this is MN in the summer - so there were mosquitoes and flies."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain facilities. A visitor at Gulch Lake noted, "There is no actual bathroom facilities. But it does have a group site."
  • Road Noise: Some sites are near busy roads. A reviewer at Pokegama Dam Campground mentioned, "Road noise from Hwy 2 is a downside."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. A camper at Big Falls City said, "The campground is right on the Big Fork River, very picturesque with large rock slabs and popular with kids."
  • Pack Bug Spray: Protect your family from mosquitoes. A visitor at Big Bog State Recreation Area advised, "Bring bug spray as mosquitos can be bad."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games or outdoor gear. A camper at Bear Paw Campground mentioned, "Great hiking, lots of things to do, and great rentals for fun on the lake."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Leech Lake Recreation Area & Campground said, "My site was spacious for my 28 foot TT, and ample room for my van."
  • Look for Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric options. A camper at Pine Ridge Campground noted, "Nice level site, clean bathroom/shower facilities."
  • Be Prepared for Dust: Some campgrounds have unpaved roads. A visitor at Pine Ridge Campground mentioned, "Dust is thick in the air. All over everything."

Camping near Blackduck, Minnesota, has something for everyone. With beautiful parks and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot for your next outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Blackduck, MN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Blackduck, MN offers a wide range of camping options, with 139 campgrounds and RV parks near Blackduck, MN and 10 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Blackduck, MN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Blackduck, MN is Lake Bemidji State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 28 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Blackduck, MN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Blackduck, MN.

  • What parks are near Blackduck, MN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 parks near Blackduck, MN that allow camping, notably Chippewa National Forest and Mississippi River Headwaters - Leech Lake.