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Long Lake

Long Lake

Source: minnesota_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Bigfork, MN
County: Itasca County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.59098580, -93.39253081
49142 Long Lake Forest Rd, Bigfork, MN 56628, USA
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Prairie River near Taconite, MN 8.7 mi away
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Big Fork River near Bigfork, MN 13 mi away
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About This Access Site
The Long Lake boat ramp provides public access to this 285-acre lake in Itasca County near Bigfork. The concrete ramp accommodates kayaks, canoes, and motorboats, making it suitable for paddlers of various skill levels. The lake has a maximum depth of 33 feet and is popular for fishing and recreational paddling in a scenic natural setting.

Nearby camping is available at Clubhouse Lake Campground in the Chippewa National Forest (approximately 31 miles south near Grand Rapids), which offers reservable campsites for $16/night and is known for its fishing and paddling opportunities. Note that cell service is limited in the area, so plan accordingly. For specific details about current conditions, hours of operation, or parking availability at the Long Lake ramp, contact the Itasca County Parks Department or local ranger station.
Federal Facility Information
218-246-2123 Free Access Reservations Available

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...

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.

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