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La Salle Lake State Recreation Area Campground

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Within La Salle Lake State Recreation Area, this DNR-managed campground provides full hookups for RVs up to 65 feet alongside tent sites. The main camping area features an open layout with spacious sites that include water, sewer, and electric hookups at each spot. Clean restrooms and shower facilities serve the campground, though campers note limited privacy between sites.

The campground sits beside La Salle Lake, Minnesota's second-deepest lake, surrounded by mature forest in a glacial moraine valley. A boat launch provides lake access for fishing and paddling, while hiking trails wind through varied terrain around the water. The location places campers 15 miles from both Itasca State Park and Bemidji, with Coffee Pot Landing offering another camping option just over a mile west. Reservations are available for this newer recreation area facility.

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La Salle Lake State Recreation Area Campground is located in Minnesota

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Directions

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area is located 233 miles northwest of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area and eight miles north of Itasca State Park. From the north entrance of Itasca State Park, proceed north on Clearwater County Road 2 for 6 miles. Turn right onto Clearwater County Road 40 and proceed 4 miles. CR 40 becomes Hubbard County Road 9. The recreation area will be on your right, on the south side of the road. From Park Rapids, proceed north on US Highway 71 to the intersection of US Highway 71 and US Highway 200. Turn left onto Highway 200 going north to Clearwater County Road 2. Turn right on CR 2 and proceed for 6 miles. Turn right onto Clearwater County Road 40 and proceed 4 miles. CR 40 becomes Hubbard County Road 9. The recreation area will be on your right, on the south side of the road. From Bemidji, proceed south on US Highway 71. Turn right on South Lake Plantangenet Drive or Hubbard County Road 9, and proceed 10 miles to Becida. Proceed west 6 miles and the recreation area will be on your left, on the south side of the road.

Address

C/O Itasca State Park, 36750 Main Park Drive
Park Rapids, MN 56470

Coordinates

47.34432758 N
95.15894255 W

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    Last on 4/2/26
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    Last on 4/2/26

Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Aug. 28, 2018

clean but might as well be a parking lot

showers and bathrooms are clean and well lit but there is no privacy between the sites. Basically it’s a place for people to park their RVs. There is a lake there with no beach and it’s about 10-15 min from Itasca State Park.

J
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2018

New, clean, spacious

Water and sewer hookups and electricity at each site, lots of space at each site. Besutiful trails. Great for campers and tents!

Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Nov. 23, 2017

La Salle Lake state recreation area

La Salle Lake is the newest Minnesota state recreation ares, in the process of become a state park in its own right but currently administeted under the umbrella of nearby Itasca State Park.

If you are a tent camper, the main campground is rather open and more stark than you might like, but RV campers will like the full hookups and the exceptionally nice campground restrooms and shower facilities. What is special about camping here is not the campground itself, but the exceptional surroundings. Lake La Salle is a small but pristine lake, the second deepest in Minnesota and surrounded but mature forest in an ancient glacial moraine tunnel valley. The unique geology makes for terrific hiking through varied terrain all around the lake itself, and into the nearby state Scientific Natrual Area at the confluence if LaSalle Creek and the fledgling Mississippi River. While mostly wooded, there is also a natural prairie area with rare wildflowers. There is nice canoeing, kayaking anf fishing, a good boat launch and swimming beach, and a beautiful new accessible boardwalk and picnic area. There are also two very beautiful north woods style cabins for rent. There are a couple of paddle-in or hike-in dispersed campsites being developed on the more secluded side of the lake, and for folks who want a primitive camping experience close to Bemidji this would be it! The park is 15 miles from Itasca State Park and also 15 miles from Bemidji for day trips to either, and a family-friendly bar and grill is 5 minutes away at the Becida crossroads. Well recommended for an easy and quiet family getaway in northern Minnesota

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there visitor reviews or photos of La Salle Lake State Recreation Area?

Yes, La Salle Lake State Recreation Area has visitor documentation available online. The Dyrt platform hosts photos and information about the recreation area that can help you visualize the campground layout, lake views, and natural surroundings. These visual resources can give you a better understanding of the campground's setting and facilities before your visit.

Where is La Salle Lake State Recreation Area located in Minnesota?

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area is located in northern Minnesota, near Itasca State Park. It's one of Minnesota's newer state recreation areas and is currently administered under Itasca State Park's management. The recreation area is situated around La Salle Lake, providing visitors with access to both lake activities and forest surroundings.

What activities can visitors enjoy at La Salle Lake State Recreation Area?

Visitors to La Salle Lake State Recreation Area can enjoy beautiful hiking trails that wind through the property, offering opportunities to explore the natural surroundings. The lake provides water-based recreation, though there isn't a designated beach area. The recreation area's proximity to Itasca State Park (about 10-15 minutes away) expands activity options, as visitors can easily access additional trails, historic sites, and the headwaters of the Mississippi River during their stay.

What camping facilities are available at La Salle Lake State Recreation Area?

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area offers both tent and RV camping options. The main campground features full hookup sites with water, sewer, and electricity for RVs. Sites are spacious with good separation between them. For tent campers, the main campground is somewhat open with less privacy than typical forest sites. The recreation area also provides clean, well-lit shower facilities and bathrooms, making it comfortable for overnight stays.

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