Camping for fishing in Minnesota
73 camps in Minnesota that list fishing or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 78°F and lows near 54°F.
Best areas for fishing
- Around Ball Club22 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Lutsen14 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Ely13 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Orr8 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Mountain Iron3 camps for fishing within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Minnesota are good for fishing?
73 camps that list fishing or mention it in their description; 15 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 78°F and lows near 54°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 75% also offer boating & paddling, 53% also offer hiking, 48% also offer swimming.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open fishing in MinnesotaThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Clubhouse LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalClubhouse Lake Campground is located on its peaceful namesake in the beautiful Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and canoeing opportunities in a scenic…
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Whiteface ReservoirFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalWhiteface Reservoir Campground offers an ideal getaway for anglers, boaters and families. The provided swim beach, playground and five picnic areas offer hours of entertainment, and the…
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Cadotte LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalCadotte Lake Campground lines the western shore of Cadotte Lake in Superior National Forest. A boat ramp and fishing dock make the campground convenient for anglers, and the sandy swimming…
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South Kawishiwi RiverFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalSouth Kawishiwi River Campground is located in Superior National Forest near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, about 10 miles from Ely, Minnesota. It offers fishing, boating and…
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Leech Lake Rec AreaFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalLeech Lake Recreation Area is located in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest in Federal Dam, Minnesota on the Leech Lake River.
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Pfeiffer LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalPfeiffer Lake Campground, located adjacent to it's namesake lake, is a small, peaceful and scenic facility in the Superior National Forest of Minnesota. The lake's healthy population of…
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South Pike BayFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalSouth Pike Bay Campground is located on the south shore of beautiful Pike Bay, on Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent boating, canoeing and…
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Crescent Lake (Mn)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalCrescent Lake is an undeveloped lake surrounded entirely by the remote Superior National Forest. This quiet campground has waterfront campsites with easy access to fishing, exploring the…
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Free camps for fishing
- Crane LakeDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Crane Lake is a large body of water and is a popular area for fishing and boating. There are 3 backcountry campsites located on the lake. Crane Lake also connects to the [Boundary Waters…
View camp → - Ojibway and Triangle LakesDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Ojibway Lake offers a small picnic area, a back down ramp, and 2 island back country campsites. The lake contains crystal clear waters and a variety of fish, including lake trout, walleye…
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