Longville, MN is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Longville is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Longville and user-submitted reviews.
$14 / night
"You can walk along the main road or take a little connecting trail to it, but just a heads up that the mosquitoes are lying in wait in this trail."
"Great spot on Maple Lake! 22 sites only. Wide open sites with lots of space. No fires during our stay. That was nice. No smoke from other campers. Perfect place for star gazing."
$26 / night
"Good spot close to Walker MN. Site location does matter. Waterfront sites are amazing we stay on the back side away from the beach. Well maintained and quiet."
"There are two different locations within walking distance to beach your boat overnight within the campsite. Will definitely be going back!"
$14 - $50 / night
"Our family just returned from a 9 day stay at Leech Lake Receeation Area, and wish we could have stayed 9 more!!"
"We were able to go and take a walk to the lake which is super short walk from pretty much any of the sites but really close from our site."
"This is a free dispersed camping site in the state forest with lake access. Large enough for multiple campers or a small group."
$17 / night
"Love the lake, spacious campsites, and there is a trout lake right up the road!"
$52 / night
"We all had a great time riding 4 wheelers on the Spider Lake trails a few miles away. Great sites, great time!"
"Clean bathrooms, nice ppl....sites right on the lake & a little beach to sit at...seems small but a lot of big rigs fit just fine"
"This CG is very popular with fishermen with their boats as there is a public boat launch adjacent to the CG."
"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."
"Right on the lake so kids spent a lot of time in the lake and on the lake fishing. Shower house has bathroom and washer & dryer."
"It was a spur of the moment decision to stay at Woodtick Trail Dispersed Camp 1 on the North Country Trail for my first solo hiking experience!"
ScoutThis is a spacious campground with 123 sites, most with electricity, all wooded. The Lake is actually part of a string of lakes friendly to high speed motor boats as well as canoeing/kayaking. Like all other COE campgrounds, it honors campground passes, cutting the fees by half. A COE ranger patrols regularly. It of definitely dog friendly without breed or size restrictions. It is just north of Brainard, MN so civilization is nearby but the turn of Crosslake has All the amenities of city life. As with many other campgrounds, it's not busy Sunday-Thursday but gets much busier on weekend days. I would highly recommend this campground.
TravelerPerhaps this was a Chippewa national Forest campground in the past, but it has not been upkeep at all. It would be good for dispersed camping but none of the sites are cleared, and the roads are overgrown.
GuideThe owners and staff are very friendly. This place is dog friendly, great for kids. They have small splash pad, kayaks, paddle boards and baffles boats to use. Boat rental available.
LegendItasca 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. My advise is to start your day as early as possible. We went to the Mississippi Headwaters at around 8:15 am & had the place to ourselves. The gift shop isn't open yet, but when we went later for ice cream the place was hopping! The Wilderness Drive is a must see as well. There's some short hikes & a lot of wild beauty. They have a fire tower you can climb.
Biking is very popular & there's a dedicated bike path on the Wilderness Drive which is about 10 miles.
There's a lodge & restaurant.
Two visitor centers.
There are 2 campgrounds- Pine Ridge& Bear Paw. Electric sites only. I think it was$35 a night. There is a dump.
We were in Bear Paw site 37E. Frankly, I liked Bear Paw campground better, even though it's smaller. By the lake, but no sites are ON the lake.
Lakeview sites are 63, 67, 68, 69,& 70. There's good access to the bike trail. There's a path down to the lake, so if you have a kayak you can drag it down.
We were across from the bath house. It's very nice & clean! Showers are push button. Not too hot.
Pine Ridge we did a short drive thru. The campground registration office is there. We were told we didn't have to register if we we had an on line registration. No tags.
Pine Ridge had several loops, but we just went down the Spruce Loop. The sites looked flat & shaded. I didn't note any particular site.
We really enjoyed our stay & wished we could have added a couple more nights!
TravelerIt’s what camping should be. Wooded between sites. Peaceful. Ahhhhh!
ScoutGreat campground. Very quiet during the week. Most sites are separated by trees and vegetation. Out of 39 sites, 4 are currently occupied and none can see each other. Loving it here.
GuideThere are 5 or 6 nonreservables sites here. Great for biking the Migizi and Paul Bunyan. Sites are spacious enougha and provate for the most part. 1 of 3 bathrooms were open and only 2 showers.
GuideThere are several obvious homeless sites here. People from the local tribe can stay here for free with no time limit. It wouldn't be a problem, but several sites look like homeless encampments. If you've seen a homeless encampment you know what I mean. If they were clean I wouldn't complain. This loop has electric, so this is where they stay.
GuideI stayed in the campground while volunteering for Smokey Bear's 81st birthday celebration at the Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center in Marcell. Much to my surprise, the campground was almost empty. Only one other of the 38 sites was occupied. We've stayed in this campground previously, but in 26 years as a volunteer on the Chippewa, I've never seen any campground this quiet at the height of summer. Needless to say, other than an occasional motorboat on North Star Lake, the only noise was the cry of the loons and the call of an Osprey. I had a nice staircase down to the lakeshore with a bench so I could sit and look out at the lake.
Latrines were immaculate. The three sites I looked at before choosing #33 were all clean as well. The cost per night is a reasonable $14.00, or only $7.00 if you have a access pass. As of 2025, the campground does not accept reservations. This may change in the future.
Before and after the Smokey event, I had the opportunity to visit and fish some backcountry designated trout lakes. Ironically, although I caught was a bass.
A lot of visitors never get beyond fishing and being in the campground, but as a former volunteer Backcountry Ranger on the Chippewa, I would encourage campers to seek out new opportunities and adventures. Discover the forest, and find where you come alive!
Camping near Longville, Minnesota, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.
Camping around Longville, Minnesota, has something for everyone. From fishing and hiking to family-friendly activities, you’ll find plenty to enjoy in this beautiful area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the main campground in Longville, MN located?
While Longville itself is a small community in north central Minnesota, the primary camping options are located in the surrounding area. Leech Lake Recreation Area & Campground is situated about 30 minutes from Longville near Federal Dam, approximately 30 minutes southeast of Bemidji. Another notable option is Winnie Campground, which is located off the beaten path near Lake Winnibigoshish, offering peaceful lakeside and wooded campsites within driving distance of Longville. Both campgrounds provide convenient access to the natural attractions and recreational activities that make the Longville area a popular destination.
What amenities are available at Longville campgrounds?
Campgrounds near Longville offer a range of amenities to enhance your outdoor experience. Minnesota National RV Park provides full hookup sites with 50-amp service, water, and sewer connections, plus gravel pads suitable for RVs. The park is uniquely situated within a golf course. At Pokegama Dam Campground, managed by the Army Corps of Engineers, you'll find sites nestled under tall pines with access to fishing in the rapids below the dam or in still river waters above it. Many campgrounds in the area feature basic amenities like fire rings, picnic tables, toilet facilities, and water access, with some offering boat launches, swimming areas, and hiking trails nearby.
When is the best season to camp in Longville, Minnesota?
The optimal camping season in the Longville area runs from late spring through early fall (May through September). Summer months (June-August) offer warm temperatures perfect for swimming, fishing, and water activities at places like Norway Beach - Chippewa Campground Loop, where wooded, shaded campsites provide relief from summer heat. For a less crowded experience with cooler temperatures, consider early fall at Itasca State Park, when the forests display brilliant autumn colors. Some campgrounds operate seasonally, typically closing by mid-October, while others remain open year-round with limited winter services. Spring camping can be beautiful but prepare for occasional rain and mosquitoes.
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