Can you reserve a site at Clubhouse Lake?

Yes, Clubhouse Lake is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Clubhouse Lake have?

48 sites in total, of which 29 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Clubhouse Lake?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Clubhouse Lake?

Yes, pets are allowed at Clubhouse Lake.

Are campfires allowed at Clubhouse Lake?

Campfires are allowed at Clubhouse Lake. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Clubhouse Lake, Minnesota — 29 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

Season: 5/23/25 – 10/13/25 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
29 bookable sites
48 sites in total, including non-bookable
9 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: MANAGEMENT SITES, NORT, SOUT

Site types

29 Standard Nonelectric
19 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

48 campsites at Clubhouse Lake

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
021	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
022	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
023	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
024	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
025	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
026	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
027	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
028	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
029	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
030	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
040	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
041	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
042	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
043	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
044	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
045	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
046	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
047	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
048	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
XXX	MANAGEMENT SITES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
001	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
002	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Lakefront	—	8	🐾
003	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
004	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
005	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Lakefront	—	8	♿ 🐾
006	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
007	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
008	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
009	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
010	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
011	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
012	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
013	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
014	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
015	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
016	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
017	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
018	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
019	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
031	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
032	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
033	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
034	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	🐾
035	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
036	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
037	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
038	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾
039	SOUT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	8	♿ 🐾

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.

47.60972, -93.57694 · 47°36'35.0"N 93°34'37.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 77°F in Jul, down to 16°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	16	22	36	49	63	72	77	75	66	51	34	21
Low °F	-5	-3	12	27	40	52	56	55	47	35	20	5
Precip in	0.9	0.8	1.3	2.2	3.1	4.2	5.9	3.5	3.7	2.7	1.6	1.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Fees and stay limits

$16.00 per night

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Clubhouse Lake

Can you reserve a site at Clubhouse Lake?: Yes, Clubhouse Lake is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Clubhouse Lake have?: 48 sites in total, of which 29 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Clubhouse Lake?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Clubhouse Lake?: Yes, pets are allowed at Clubhouse Lake.
Are campfires allowed at Clubhouse Lake?: Campfires are allowed at Clubhouse Lake. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Clubhouse Lake also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Clubhouse Lake's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Use Fee/ $16 Night

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Clubhouse Lake

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Williams Narrows 23.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Joyce Estate 10.1 mi · Facility
Bowstring Landing Boat Area 17.5 mi · Facility
Bowstring Lake Landing Boat Area 17.5 mi · Facility
Noma Lake Campground 20.7 mi · Campground
Mosomo (Mooz-ah-moo) Point Campground 22.7 mi · Campground
Mosomo Point Boat Area 22.8 mi · Facility
Onegume (ah-ni-gah-mig[k])Campground 22.8 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 218-246-2123
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Clubhouse Lake