Clubhouse Lake

Chippewa National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: DEER RIVER, MN, MN

Price: From $16 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (30 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/clubhouse-lake to be notified when sites open up.

An idyllic rustic national forest campground on Clubhouse Lake with excellent fishing, canoeing, and a swimming beach in a remote setting with limited cell service. Campers consistently praise its tranquil views and beautiful sites (4.8/5 rating from 47 reviews).

Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, North American Porcupine, Common Loon, Black-capped Chickadee, Eastern Kingbird, and Veery present in the area. Mosquitoes are abundant.

Insider tips for Clubhouse Lake: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 29 sites Bring mosquito protection; locals note they are prolific No cell service available; embrace the disconnect and use offline maps

Skip Clubhouse Lake if: You need RV hookups—none available at most sites; only self-contained RVs suitable. You require maintained facilities—beach and picnic areas show minimal maintenance effort. You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Clubhouse Lake: June-August — Peak season within May-October operating window with warmest weather for fishing, swimming, and water activities. May and September-October — Shoulder seasons offer fewer mosquitoes and less crowding, though weather is cooler.

Nearby campgrounds: North Star (Grand Rapids, MN), Onegume (DEER RIVER, MN), Mosomo Point (DEER RIVER, MN), Cut Foot Horse Campground (DEER RIVER, MN).

Cell Phone Coverage at Clubhouse Lake

Cell signal at Clubhouse Lake (DEER RIVER, MN): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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DEER RIVER, MN, MN★ 4.4 (30 reviews)From $16/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites9 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—none available at most sites; only self-contained RVs suitable✕ You require maintained facilities—beach and picnic areas show minimal maintenance effort✕ You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 29 sites

Bring mosquito protection; locals note they are prolific

No cell service available; embrace the disconnect and use offline maps

Best: June-August

Peak season within May-October operating window with warmest weather for fishing, swimming, and water activities

Best: May and September-October

Shoulder seasons offer fewer mosquitoes and less crowding, though weather is cooler

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: White-tailed Deer, North American Porcupine, Common Loon, Black-capped Chickadee, Eastern Kingbird, and Veery present in the area. Mosquitoes are abundant.

Location

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218-246-2123· Chippewa National Forest
Getting there →

From the south, travel on Minnesota State Highway 38 from Grand Rapids to Marcell. Turn right on County Road 45, just north of Marcell, and continue five miles east. Then travel three miles north on Forest Road 2181 to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Chippewa National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Chippewa National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Clubhouse Lake cost per night?+
Clubhouse Lake costs $16 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Clubhouse Lake open?+
Clubhouse Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Clubhouse Lake have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Clubhouse Lake?+
Clubhouse Lake can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Clubhouse Lake?+
Clubhouse Lake is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Clubhouse Lake?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Clubhouse Lake is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Clubhouse Lake open, and what are check-in times?+
Clubhouse Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$16 /night★ 4.4 (30)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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