This dispersed camping area sits along the Sturgeon River within Pine Island State Forest, accessible via forest roads that require careful navigation. The primitive sites provide direct river access for paddlers and anglers targeting northern pike and walleye in these waters. Campers should prepare for basic conditions with no developed facilities or services.
The forest setting offers year-round access, though spring conditions can make roads challenging. For those wanting more amenities, Pine Island State Forest Benn Linn Landing Campsite provides similar river access with additional facilities just north of this location.
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Map & DirectionsPine Island State Forest Sturgeon River Landing Campsites is located in Minnesota near Birchdale
Coordinates
48.21186042 N
93.88348818 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/4/26
Access
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 50 min from Duluth, MN
- 3 hrs 11 min from Grand Forks, ND
- 3 hrs 33 min from Fargo, ND
- 3 hrs 43 min from St. Cloud, MN



