Winnie Campground - USFS
Winnie Campground is remotely located on the west side of Lake Winnibigoshish in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors come to the area to enjoy boating, trophy muskie fishing and beautiful scenery.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 33 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
33 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 011 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes |
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 | None |
| Max vehicle length | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers 33 reservable sites, some of which are very large and suitable for groups. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, hand-pumped drinking water and recycling services are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Take Highway 2 six miles east of Cass Lake. Turn north on County Road 10 and drive two miles to County Road 91. Turn right onto County Road 91 and continue for just over three miles, to Forest Road 2171. Drive six miles northeast on Forest Road 2171 to Forest Road 2168, then four miles south to the campground.
| Nearest town | Blackduck, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 47.4250° N, 94.3164° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 25 mi |
| RV sales & service | KB RV Center Inc. ↗ | 25.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters ↗ | 25.6 mi |
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Winnie campground Lake Winnibigoshish Minnesota walk around
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 western shore of the lake in a scenic forest of mature red and white pine. Some sites have lake views.
Recreation
Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating on this 67,000-acre lake is also very popular. A boat ramp and harbor are located next to the campground. Many hiking and biking trails meander around the lake and its 141 miles of shoreline. A picnic area is adjacent to the campground. Hunting areas can be found in the surrounding forest.
Nearby
The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 25 miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Winnie Campground - USFS?
Sites at Winnie Campground - USFS are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Winnie Campground - USFS?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Winnie Campground - USFS have?
34 sites, including 33 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Winnie Campground - USFS?
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Winnie Campground - USFS have hookups?
Yes, water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Winnie Campground - USFS?
Yes, pets are allowed at Winnie Campground - USFS. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Winnie Campground - USFS?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Winnie Campground - USFS?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Winnie Campground - USFS?
Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and muskie. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Winnie Campground - USFS?
Blackduck, Minnesota. The town of Cass Lake, Minnesota is 25 miles west of the campground, offering restaurants, a bank, grocery and hardware stores, a movie theater and museum.
Source: Getting there
What if Winnie Campground - USFS is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bimijiwan Recreation Area (8 mi), Tamarack Point Campground (9.2 mi, first-come), and Chippewa Loop (9.5 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby