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.
Freeze Warning issued October 1 at 1:37PM CDT until October 2 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Minnesota and northeast North Dakota. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could harm or kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Urban centers may not experience freezing conditions due to locally warmer temperatures.
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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