Bear Paw Campground
Open for camping from May through October. All sites require advance reservations through the Minnesota DNR reservation system. Showers and full restroom facilities are seasonally available during the camping season.
Air Quality Alert issued June 6 at 11:06AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
* WHAT...The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an Air Quality Alert for ozone pollution. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is expected to reach the Orange or Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category. * WHERE...Southern, central, and western Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 11 PM CDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Sensitive groups, such as people with lung disease (including asthma), heart disease, children and older adults, and people who are active outdoors, may experience health effects. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ground-level ozone is expected to be high Saturday and Sunday afternoon across much of Minnesota. Mostly sunny skies, warm temperatures, and low humidity will provide a favorable environment for two types of pollutants (volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides) to react with sunlight in the air to produce ground-level ozone. The ozone levels will decrease after sunset Saturday and be lower Sunday morning before increasing again Sunday afternoon. Consider moving outdoor activities outside of the afternoon hours.
About
Bear Paw Campground is one of two main campgrounds in Itasca State Park, offering 79 campsites in a classic northwoods setting near the headwaters of the Mississippi River. The campground includes the popular Lakeview Loop positioned along Lake Itasca's shores, providing scenic water views and easy access to the park's extensive trail system and historic sites. The campground features a mix of electric and non-electric sites accommodating tents, trailers, and RVs up to 60 feet. Each site includes a fire ring with cooking grate and picnic table. Modern facilities include restrooms with flush toilets and hot showers, as well as an on-site dump station. Wireless internet access is available throughout the Bear Paw area, and ADA-accessible sites are available. Itasca State Park encompasses over 32,000 acres with more than 100 lakes, old-growth pine forests, and 49 miles of hiking trails. The park is famous as the source of the Mississippi River, where visitors can walk across the mighty river at its humble beginning.
Directions
From Park Rapids, head north on US-71 for approximately 20 miles, then follow signs to Itasca State Park. Bear Paw Campground is located within the park.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 - $2550 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (866) 857-2757 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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