The best camping near Red Lake (Upper and Lower)

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I Live in the Country

4 sites · Tents200 acres · Becida, MN

This is home, a realization of a lifelong dream of living in the country. The land is magical. Our animals are our family. Learn more about this land:If you like privacy you'll love our 200 acre haven. Come up the long driveway the spacious view of the open hay field. Camp in the open or tucked away in the trees. You choose the spot as long as it's not in the horse pasture, cow pasture when cows are in, or in the hay field when hay is long before it's cut. Hay field would be off limits roughly late June to Mid July during optimal growth time and cutting. We are a 20 minute drive from the North Entrance to Itasca State Park and the Headwaters of the Mississippi. Also LaSalle Lake Recreation Area is only about six or seven miles down the road.

Crandall View

1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Hines, MN

Nestled in the trees, come take in the north land and sleep under the stars on this cleared lot. This site makes a great base camp while enjoying various area activities being especially close to Blackduck Lake, area ATV trails and the local golf course. Other year around attractions and activities include: Upper Red Lake, Big Bog State Park, area hiking, biking, snowmobile and cross-country ski trails, a swimming area at Lake Benjamin, as well as various attractions in the Bemidji area. Also don't forget to check out downtown Blackduck for quaint shops (including a a well-known fabric outlet), the movie theater, and bowling alley.

Upper Red Rustic Cabin

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Kelliher, MN

Want to be close to the best fishing in Minnesota? Hit the lake for Pike, Walleye and crappie. Enjoy snowmobile/ATV trails. This cabin is also for people who just want to get away to be in and enjoy nature. End your day relaxing in nature with a bonfire or relax on our screened in porch! This rustic cabin has a bedroom with a queen and loft with a twin and full futon. There is also a sitting area with a 55” SmartTV, 43” smart tv in bedroom, 50” smart tv on porch and high speed WiFI. Has full kitchen. 2 dogs max, and there is a pet fee. Please be sure to add the pets in "extras" at checkout, Guests are welcome to utilize the entire space of the cabin. All 750 sqft. This beautiful privately owned cabin is nestled on 10 acres and 3/4 of a mile from the south shore of Upper Red Lake. There is a fire ring out back for night time bonfires. Enjoy the sounds of nature while sipping on your morning coffee on the screened in Porch! Guest are reminded to bring bottled water ( if preferred) paper towels,bundles of fire wood, charcoal for grill.

21 Foot Ice Cave On Red Lake

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Kelliher, MN

Ice Cave Cherokee 21GP on Red Lake available 12/30 through 1/4, $200/night for Mon-Thurs or $250/night Friday and Saturday. Sleeps 6 (4 comfortably), 8 holes, rattle wheels, gas, propane, Garmin Striker 4 Ice included, also Smart TV if you have a hot spot. Could also provide rods if you don't have gear. I can pull out of any of the major resorts, you pick the spot or I can.

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Overview

Red Lake (Upper and Lower) packs in over 230 camping options for anyone looking to fish, hike, or swim right out their tent flap. You’ll find everything from lakeside clearings to wooded pull-offs, with an average night running about $80 and a few spots dipping as low as $10. Showers, pet-friendly sites, and toilets come standard at most places. Anglers love the easy access to walleye and pike, while the shoreline trails give hikers flat stretches and big views. If you want firsthand insights, I Live in the Country (24 reviews) is a local favorite—expect quiet nights, big skies, and plenty of room to roam.

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