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Clubhouse Lake
FSU.S. Forest Service — DEER RIVER · Minnesota · Chippewa National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Chippewa National Forest |
| Location | DEER RIVER · Minnesota · Chippewa National Forest · 47.60972, -93.57694 · Map |
| Sites | 29 public sites counted from the federal listing — 29 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 29 sites Water hookups at 0 of 29 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 29 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 29 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 45 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 29 sites · 30 ft: 29 sites · 35 ft: 26 sites · 40 ft: 23 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $16.00 per night |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 1:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 29 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 9 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 218-246-2123 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Clubhouse Lake Campground is located on its peaceful namesake in the beautiful Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and canoeing opportunities in a scenic natural setting. Clubhouse Lake has limited cell phone service, giving it a remote feeling and offering a tranquil retreat from a connected world. The campground lies off 31 miles north of Grand Rapids, MN and just over 8 miles east of Marcell, MN off of MN State Highway 38 - the nation's first National Scenic Byway, known as "The Edge of the Wilderness."
Recreation Clubhouse Lake has excellent water quality and is about 90 feet deep, providing great fishing opportunities for northern pike, bass and panfish. Swimming, canoeing and kayaking are very popular activities on the lake. The Rice River Canoe Route starts its journey to the Big Fork River from waters that flow into Clubhouse Lake.
A sandy swimming beach, an accessible fishing pier, and a day use area with horshoe pits are located within the campground at the water's edge.
Facilities The campground offers 28 reservable sites and 19 first-come, first-served, single-unit campsites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Two vault toilets and two hand pumps for drinking water are provided.
The campground is patrolled regularly by Forest Service personnel and Itasca County law enforcement officers.
Natural Features A beautiful stand of 200-year-old red and white pine trees cover the campground on the western shore of Clubhouse Lake.
Nearby Attractions The Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center is located a half-mile north of Marcell. It is a must-see for anyone camping in the area. The brand new facility offers many excellent displays, a gift shop, and several weekly naturalist programs.
Directions, from the listing
From the south, travel on Minnesota State Highway 38 from Grand Rapids to Marcell. Turn right on County Road 45, just north of Marcell, and continue five miles east. Then travel three miles north on Forest Road 2181 to the campground.
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Trip Card — Clubhouse Lake
DEER RIVER · Minnesota · Chippewa National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | DEER RIVER · Minnesota · Chippewa National Forest |
| Fees | $16.00 per night |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 45 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 29 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232149 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.