RV Parks in Northern Minnesota
- Northern Minnesota offers a range of destinations for RV camping.rv,rving image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.com
Northern Minnesota boasts many different campgrounds and resorts, many of which cater to recreational vehicles. Rates and options, like electricity amount and sewer hookups, vary depending on the location, but all RV sites include water access. - In addition to cottages and cabins for rent, Ruttger's Pine Mountain Resort near Backus features a host of RV sites, equipped with a minimum of soft water access and 30 amps of electricity, with 50 amps at some sites. Rates for RV camp sites vary depending on season. Campsites with basic water and electric hookups cost $30 per night during spring and fall, and $45 per night during summer, while these rates for sites with water, sewer and electricity are $50 and $51, respectively, based on 2010 rates. For those looking to enjoy the Pine Mountain Lake, the resort offers free use of kayaks and paddle boats, and rents pontoon and fishing boats. On-land activities include horseshoe pits, volleyball courts, shuffleboard courts and a game room. Backus is located about 140 miles west of Duluth.
Ruttger's Pine Mountain Resort
5068 State 87 SW
Backus, MN 56435
218-947-4099
ruttgerspinemountain.com - Located approximately 130 miles northwest of Duluth, Cass Lake Lodge offers lakeside cabins and RV camping sites. The resort offers only full water, electricity and sewer hookups for RV campsites, and charges on a weekly, monthly or seasonal basis. As of June 2010, the RV site rates are $210 per week or $700 per month, which is considered to be a 28-day period. Those interested in seasonal sites should call for rate information. Located on Cass Lake, the lodge features a beach for swimming or sunning and also offers paddle boats and canoes. The main lodge building features cable TV and a game room, and the site also boats a restaurant and lounge.
Cass Lake Lodge
16293 60th Avenue NW
Cass Lake, MN 56633
218-335-6658
casslakelodge.com - Birch Lake RV Park offers campsites for tents or RV's, all of which include full water, electricity and sewer hookups. Electricity is available in 20, 30 or 50 amps depending on the site. Campsites can be rented on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. As of June 2010, rates are $25 per day, $150 per week or $480 per month for 20 or 30 amp sites, compared to $27, $162 or $530, respectively, for sites with 50 amps. Seasonal sites also can be rented for $1,200 plus metered electric costs. The park offers a swimming beach, fishing pier, playground, picnic shelter and a log pavilion. A 5-mile hike and bike trail also encircles the park. Birch Lake RV Park is located in Babbitt, about 90 miles north of Duluth.
Birch Lake RV Park
2015 Highway 623
Babbitt, MN 55706
218-827-2342
birchlakervpark.com - Located 66 miles northeast of Duluth in Finland, Wildhurst Lodge and Campground offers cabins and campsites for tents or RV's. RV sites cost $30 per night. Waste disposal for RV's is $6 per night, but offered free with a two night or more stay. Each RV site features water and electric hookups. RV sites also are available during the winter. Popular activities at Wildhurst include fishing at nearby lakes and streams, and rock climbing. The campground includes a main lounge and general store for its visitors. During the winter months, guests can enjoy snowshoeing, snowmobiling and downhill skiing in the area surrounding Wildhurst.
Wildhurst Lodge and Campground
7344 Highway 1
Finland, MN 55603
218-353-7337
wildhurstlodge.com
