Ogechie Campground
Closed — Closed for winter season. Typically opens late spring through mid-autumn. Reservations required when open.
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 22 at 9:46AM CST until January 23 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills of 40 to 50 below expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below expected. * WHERE...Benton, Morrison, Stearns, Todd, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Douglas, Pope, and Stevens Counties. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Friday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from noon Friday to midnight CST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 50 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 9:46AM CST until January 24 at 12:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills of 40 to 50 below expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below expected. * WHERE...Benton, Morrison, Stearns, Todd, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Douglas, Pope, and Stevens Counties. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Friday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from noon Friday to midnight CST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 50 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
About
Ogechie Campground is the more rustic of two drive-in campgrounds at Mille Lacs Kathio State Park, a 10,000-acre preserve designated as a National Historic Landmark. Located directly on Ogechie Lake, this smaller campground offers approximately 26 non-electric campsites in a wooded setting with scenic water views. The park preserves 9,000 years of human history and archaeological significance, with interpretive trails and programs highlighting Dakota heritage and the Petaga people who once inhabited this region. The campground provides a quieter, more rustic camping experience compared to the park's Petaga Campground. Campers have access to the park's extensive trail system, which is popular for hiking and cross-country skiing, as well as water activities on Ogechie Lake, Shakopee Lake, and the historic Rum River. The park's Interpretive Center offers educational programs and historical exhibits. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill.
Directions
From Onamia, MN, take US-169 N for approximately 8 miles. Turn left onto Kathio State Park Road and continue for about 2 miles to reach the park entrance. Follow signs within the park to Ogechie Campground.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Camper Cabins 1.0mi
- Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground 1.1mi
- Mille Lacs Kathio Group Campground 1.5mi
- Backpack Campsites 1.2mi
- Equestrian Campground - Horse Required 1.9mi
- Father Hennepin State Park Campground 13mi
- Father Hennepin State Park Track Chair 14mi
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area Yurts 26mi
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area Group Campground 26mi
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $23 - $46 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (320) 532-3523 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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