US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Bowstring Lake, Itasca County, Minnesota. Run by USFS.
| Operator | USFS |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service (Chippewa National Forest) |
| Campsites | 33 |
| Site types | 33 standard, no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 70 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Drinking water | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (218) 835-4291 |
| Website | www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/chippewa/recreation/camping-cabins/r |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Winnie Campground before you go.
Winnie Campground is remotely located on the west side of Lake Winnibigoshish in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. Visitors come to the area to enjoy boating, trophy muskie fishing and beautiful scenery. Recreation Lake Winnie offers excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and muskie. It is one of Minnesota's premier fisheries. Boating on this 67,000-acre lake is also very popular. A boat ramp and harbor are located next to the campground. Many hiking and biking trails meander around the lake and its 141 miles of shoreline. A picnic area is adjacent to the campground. Hunting areas can be found in the surrounding forest.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Winnie Campground is in Bowstring Lake, Itasca County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.