The Lodge Campground, near Scenic State Park in Minnesota, is a fantastic spot for those who crave a bit of wilderness without sacrificing comfort. With sites that allow for both tent and RV camping, you’ll find a mix of rustic charm and essential amenities like electric hookups and clean showers.

Visitors rave about the stunning landscapes, especially the Chase Point trail, which offers breathtaking views and a chance to explore the unique peninsula jutting into the lake. One camper described it as “quiet and remote,” perfect for canoeing and kayaking, with plenty of little islands to discover. The campground also features a charming boardwalk along Coon Lake, ideal for a leisurely stroll or catching a sunset.

While the sites are somewhat close together, the wooded surroundings provide a sense of privacy, and the peaceful atmosphere at night is a big plus. Campers appreciate the well-maintained facilities, including accessible toilets and picnic areas, making it easy to enjoy meals outdoors. As one reviewer noted, “Beautiful nighttime views and a very quiet campground at night” truly capture the essence of this place.

If you’re looking to get out and explore, the park offers hiking trails and a family-friendly beach, perfect for swimming and fishing. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, The Lodge Campground is a great base for enjoying the natural beauty of northern Minnesota.

The Lodge campground sites are predominantly open under a canopy of huge white pines. Lodge campground is closer to the beach and fishing pier.

2 electric back-in sites in Lodge campground. Showers in the Lodge campground are available Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Both campgrounds have sanitation facilities with flush toilets. Flush toilets in the Chase Point campgrounds are available from fishing opener until early October. Flush toilets in the Lodge campground are available Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

The Lodge Campground — Scenic State Park

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We visited Scenic State Park Lodge Campground in July, 2018, with two other families, for three nights, on our annual camping trip. The park was pretty nice, but there was not much to do outside of activities in the park. The campground was very open and you could hear everyone around you. Our site was a bit more private (L89), but our friends at L78 and L79 were completely open to everyone around them.

The Lodge Campground is a little smaller than Chase Point. Facilities were fine - two shower rooms in male and female showers each. Clean bathroom stalls very close to all sites. Fishing pier and beach were very close, so that was awesome for kids. The second you dropped your line in, a fish was on it.

The disadvantage was that although there were quite a few activities in the park, there wasn't much to do around the area if you wanted to go offsite. We hiked the Chase Point Trail to the edge of the esker on a nice breezy day, so the bugs were not bad. On the very hot day, we rented boats - canoe, two kayaks, and a paddle board - from the park office, which was very fun! Our kids had a blast trying them all out. Otherwise, the swimming and fishing were all that was left. The other hike out the fire tower trail was very buggy and several ticks were spotted on one of the adults who took his bike out that trail.

Overall, a nice weekend trip, but we might not make a second trip there due to the limited activities.

Very open, but fun for our group

Stayed here for 3 nights in the Lodge Campground, site 82. Nice quiet campground. Site 82 was large but has a slight slope to it. Close to bathrooms and (free) showers. A little annoyed because several of the water spigots weren't turned on, including the one at my site. Bugs weren't too bad. Get up early and watch the sunrise over the lake. This park has 2 campgrounds, 2 boat landings, a beach, and hiking trails. 

Close to: Grand Rapids &amp; Hibbing

Beautiful state park off the beaten path

After walking around and kayaking around I’ve come to realize this place is always full for a reason. The hiking and lake provide something to do for everyone.

The water: boating, kayaking, canoe, and beach to swim. Everyone has something to do here. I kayaking all of the two lakes and there are some good fishing to be had if you can find the right spots. The families were all along the shoreline having a blast! Lots of people out in canoes and very few in boats. Sure there isn’t a lot around the park itself but you don’t need a lot to be around if you are going to nature! 

The campground: two campgrounds here. You have the lodge which is smaller and fewer electrics and a little quieter. Sites are a little bigger. I stayed in 78 and it’s right next to the water and where people put in their canoes/kayaks. I had no problem as it’s a deep sore so you can get away from them. Around me it was easy to see everyone which was ok as people were friendly. Sites are bigger which was nice. There is a small loop of electric sites here and non electric mixed in. Chase point is the busy place! Sites are smaller and more on top of one another. Louder when I walked through and less privacy. Hike in sites: these are the place to be! Yea it takes some work to get too but you are never gonna be disappointed as you are isolated form people which is really nice. They are directly on the water and for sure have the best views. Shower houses were very clean and nice so I was very happy to see that with as many people as we have. 

The hiking: the trails are not long and not demanding so they are perfect for families. I’d say it was a good time away from the water which was perfect. Some great views of the water but mostly wooded. Of course hike out to chase point for sunrise bc that’s totally worth it. 

Overall: yes!!! This place is perfect! It’s up there for a reason! It takes a while to get here and that’s ok. It is very much worth the drive! Highly recommend it.


Doesnt take long to feel at home! 

Nice, remote Campground in the woods of northern Minnesota.  We spent 5 days there where we enjoyed plenty of hikes and time on the water.  The sites are close together and more suited to RVs than tents.  Even over a busy weekend, it was quiet overnight except for the loons calling across the water.
The boat in sites are just a short distance across the lake from the main Campground, making it an easy paddle for those in non-motorized boats.  We were on the water with two kayaks and the highest number of boats was never more than 8 at any time with only two of those boats being motorized.
There are a few hike-in sites, only 1.2 miles from the park. A few additional hiking trails around the park as well.
A family friendly beach and some cleared picnic areas.  The showers and flush toilets are clean and backed up by pit toilets dispersed around the campground.

Great wilderness, not perfect for privacy

The chase point trail is a must see! The campsites in the Lodge campground seemed small, site was all gravel not great for tent unless you bring thick sleeping pads. Close to neighbors but is nicely wooded. Beautiful nighttime views and a very quiet campground at night. 

Beautiful State Park

This state park is in my top favs. It’s quiet and remote and there’s a lot to explore. We stayed at a remote watercraft site, accessible only by water so that was thrilling! 

The landscape here is fun, with the huge peninsula jutting out into the lake, makes for fun canoeing/kayaking with many little areas to explore, and a couple little islands! 

The site itself had a rustic log shelter built in it overlooking the lake, very cool. 

The Chase Point peninsula is a great hike and has a little boat landing area at the tip of it to so you can start from either end. 

Scooped out Chase Point campground though we didn’t stay in it - sites spaced well, quite wooded. Water and toilets spaced out well too, very accessible from anywhere in the park. 

Very cool feature is the little boardwalk with docks along Coon lake and campground edge - makes for easy access to park your kayak or canoe and just a fun little morning walk or place to view sunset over the lake. So charming! 

Scenic is definitely the word to describe this park! 

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