Chippewa Loop
Chippewa Loop is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area, on the southern shores of beautiful Cass Lake in north central Minnesota. The campground is a perfect location for family camping, with excellent boating and fishing opportunities.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 45 |
| Host/management | 19 |
Site guide
45 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 079 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 080 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 081 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 082 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 083 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 084 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 085 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 086 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 087 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 | |
| 088 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | 10 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 090, 091, 106, 107 and 1 more are listed accessible |
The Chippewa Loop offers 46 campsites, some of which are available on first-come, first-served basis. Thirty of the sites are equipped with electric hookups. Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Chippewa National Forest |
| Fees | Use Fee/ $26 Night |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Cass Lake, Minn. take U.S. Highway 2 east for 4 miles, to the Norway Beach Recreation Area. Turn left and follow the campground road until the signs indicate the Chippewa Loop.
| Coordinates | 47.3824° N, 94.5085° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Ridge Top Outdoors ↗ | 17 mi |
| RV sales & service | KB RV Center Inc. ↗ | 17.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.2 mi |
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Explore
Video
Chippewa Campground tour. Showers, Electric, Group sites. Chequamegon-Nicolet National Fo
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miNorway Beach Nature Trail1.7 mi trail · hiking
- 1.6 miMigizi Bike - Spur A ↗1.1 mi trail · hiking
- 3.2 miStar Island Hiking Trail F0.4 mi trail · hiking
- 3.3 miStar Island Hiking Trail E0.3 mi trail · hiking
- 3.3 miStar Island Hiking Trail1.6 mi trail · hiking
- 3.4 miStar Island Hiking Trail Gunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Chippewa National Forest.
- inChippewa National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,598,139 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground is situated on the banks of Cass Lake, in a forest of mature red and white pine trees. Some sites overlook the scenic lake. Cass Lake is the largest of eight lakes that make up the Cass Lake Chain of Lakes. The lake covers nearly 16,000 acres and has 27 miles of forested shoreline and sandy beaches.
Recreation
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. A boat ramp is nearby. Star Island, in the middle of Cass Lake, is a unique feature of the Chippewa National Forest. Six miles of trails wind around the island, which is home to 199-acre Lake Windigo. Hiking and biking trails are available in the area, including the Migizi Bike Trail and the Norway Beach Trail. The Norway Beach Visitor Center is nearby. This building, with its magnificent fireplace, is a monument to the talents and craftsmanship of Civilian Conservation Corps enrollees. Educational programs and displays depict Dakota and Ojibwe heritage and the area's flora and fauna. A variety of special events are held at the center throughout the year. A kid's fishing day is held in June, Bald Eagle Day is sometime in July, and Smokey Bear's birthday party is held in August. Interpretive programs are offered every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Nearby
The town of Cass Lake is four miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Chippewa Loop?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Chippewa Loop?
Use Fee/ $26 Night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Chippewa Loop?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Chippewa Loop open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Chippewa Loop have?
64 sites, including 45 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Chippewa Loop?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Chippewa Loop have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Chippewa Loop?
Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Chippewa Loop?
Yes, pets are allowed at Chippewa Loop. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Chippewa Loop?
Sites 090, 091, 106, and 107 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Chippewa Loop?
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Chippewa Loop is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Norway Beach Loop (0.7 mi), Wanaki Loop (0.7 mi), and Cass Lake Loop (4.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby