Minnesota
Chippewa National Forest Blackduck Lake Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
Four or five undeveloped sites scattered along the south shore of Blackduck Lake, each with direct water access and room for 2-3 rigs. Sites are natural clearings in mixed pine and birch forest with fire rings left by previous campers. Loons call across the water most evenings, and walleye fishing is solid from shore or small boats. Mosquitoes can be fierce June through August.
Access via Forest Road 2240 off Highway 46, then 3 miles of maintained gravel. Any vehicle can make it in dry conditions. Popular with locals on weekends during fishing season, but weekdays stay quiet. Open year-round but winter access requires snowmobile or skiing.
Lakeside camping with loons and walleye fishing
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Blackduck, Minnesota |
| Miles from pavement | 3.2 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 10 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
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