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"Located just outside Hibbing and Chisholm, this campground is on Side Lake and Sturgeon Lake. If it is too windy on one lake, just walk across to the other one."
"Nothing says Minnesota like the call of the Loon and that’s what greeted me upon arrival at my site! This site is lovely—water and easy to access to water sports on either Sturgeon or Side Lake."
"Three hours from my house, as the crow flies, I found myself visiting Minnesota's iron range."
"My brother had a dj show in a town near by so we camped out here for the weekend with friends. Went tubbing and only lost one cooler the river soon as we went in lol! Still was a great time!"
"The park has a beautiful private lake with swimming beach, a few cabins available for rental, plenty of space for tent camping."
$20 - $27 / night
"With in walking distance from Main Street."
"There was one tent in the spot next to me, but was far enough away to not be noisy."
$100 / night
"This review is for the group campsite at McCarthy Beach State Park, which is the only camping spot on Sturgeon lake, and separate from the main state park campground which is located on nearby Side Lake"
"Direct access to A great beach, plenty of space to safely roam, and a park to play in."
"Nice beach fun lake to boat on. Sites are good sized not too crowded. Nice showers."
"Close to the off road vehicle park. Definitely camping here again next summer!"
TravelerNice campground has over 100 campsites, some with Full hook up some just with electric and water some on the lake. Very clean and organized place.
TravelerAt this time of year this camps, mine is wide open. It’s right on the lake. There is actually no one else around. Nice big spots.
GuideWe rode ATV to this site and it empty. Right on the river and we needed bug spray for sure. There is a nice spring fed water hose that was close enough to hear while falling a sleep. It’s a bit out there from the ATV trails so we won’t be stopping again but it worked well for us.
ScoutThis campground is one of the best in the area, I was very impressed by the community beach, and also the outhouse is located on the north and south side of the campground. Also, the owners were super friendly and accommodating.
I was impressed by the quality of the bundles of firewood that I received, and also at the price of the ice, it seemed very fair overall, really good campground, will be back
TravelerI would highly recommend this campground,it’s clean,great fishing,swimming,walking. We stayed for a week with our dogs,and our girls had a blast. Thank you
ScoutOur family loved the campground, extremely clean and wonderful place to stay
We were amazed by the family feel, the quality of the fishing on trout lake, and the amount of seasonal sites available.
ScoutA hidden gem by the lake! I recently had the pleasure of staying at this charming campground, and I can’t recommend it enough! From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by how clean and well-maintained the entire facility was. The grounds were spotless, and it was clear that the staff takes great pride in keeping everything in tip-top shape. The highlight, of course, was the stunning lake right next to the campground. Whether you’re into kayaking, swimming, or simply enjoying the view, this lake is the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. The water was clear, and I spent hours just soaking in the peaceful atmosphere.
ScoutThis is an amazing campground, extremely clean and helpful and friendly staff. Lots of seasonal sites available would recommend.
LegendThis is a small county park and campground off the beaten path. It is located adjacent to the Little American Falls, and alongside the Big Fork River water trail. There are several campsites you can drive into, and if it is not the muddy season you could drive with a trailer or small RV into some of the the camping sites. Although the sites themselves are pretty well kept, campers are advised to pack out their own garbage but it seems some folks don't feel they have to--so there is some litter around, and evidence of campers burning garbage in the firepits. There is little to no cell phone service here, no on site ranger or camp host, but sites have basic picnic tables and fire rings, and there is an outhouse available. You should bring your own water; any RV's should know there are no hookups of any kind, but you are allowed to use a generator here.
The main appeal of this campground is access to the river, which involves going down a steep bank (there are stairs) but worth it for fishing or kayaking or canoeing. The falls are beautiful, and worth a visit. There arent official biking or hiking trails but you could easily walk or bike on the back roads adjacent to the campground. If you want more privacy, there is a canoe campsite on the bank opposite of the county campground, just downstream of the falls, that is maintained by the Minnesota DNR and is water-access only.
There is no cost to camp here, but also no reservations so first come first served. For maps, you can refer to the Koochiching County recreation maps to see location, which are here:
https://www.co.koochiching.mn.us/DocumentCenter/View/135/Outdoor-Recreation-Map-PDF?bidId=
https://www.co.koochiching.mn.us/DocumentCenter/View/994/Koochiching-Recreation-Map-2018-PDF
The Big Fork Water Trail map is here: https://files.dnr.state.mn.us/maps/canoe\_routes/bigfork1.pdf
And for more info you can contact the Koochiching County Lands and Forests office here: https://www.co.koochiching.mn.us/178/Land-Forestry
Camping near Chisholm, Minnesota, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Chisholm, Minnesota, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to prepare for the bugs and enjoy the beautiful outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Chisholm, MN offers a wide range of camping options, with 91 campgrounds and RV parks near Chisholm, MN and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Chisholm, MN is Side Lake Campground — McCarthy Beach State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 12 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Chisholm, MN.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Chisholm, MN that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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