Bimijiwan Recreation Area
Knutson Dam Campground is located on the northeastern shores of Cass Lake and the Mississippi River.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
| Tent-only | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 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 | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers 11 single family campsites and two walk-to tent sites. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection.
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/ $16 Night |
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Getting there
The campground is located 6 miles east of Cass Lake on U.S. Highway 2, and 5 miles north on County Road 10.
| Nearest town | Blackduck, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 47.4511° N, 94.4833° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 17 mi |
| RV sales & service | KB RV Center Inc. ↗ | 17.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Ridge Top Outdoors ↗ | 17.9 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 2.7 miTower Lake Hwt C0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miTower Lake Hwt D0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miTower Lake Hwt A1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miTower Lake Hwt3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miTower Lake Hwt B0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.2 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
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Natural features
The campground consists of a single loop among beautifully manicured lawns, shaded by a forest of oak, spruce and pine. Every site affords scenic lake views.
Recreation
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. Boat ramps on the lake and river are located within the campground. Canoeists love Knutson Dam's location for its easy canoe access to the Mississippi River. Several canoe routes traverse the area waterways, including the Mississippi.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
Sites at Bimijiwan Recreation Area are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
Use Fee/ $16 Night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Bimijiwan Recreation Area open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Bimijiwan Recreation Area have?
14 sites, including 11 standard sites without power and 2 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
The longest site here provides 40 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
Are pets allowed at Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bimijiwan Recreation Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, water skiing and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bimijiwan Recreation Area?
Blackduck, Minnesota.
Source: Getting there
What if Bimijiwan Recreation Area is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Chippewa Loop (4.9 mi, partly first-come), Norway Beach Loop (5.3 mi), and Wanaki Loop (5.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby