Can you reserve a site at Pokegama Dam Campground?

Yes, Pokegama Dam Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Pokegama Dam Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Pokegama Dam Campground, Minnesota — 22 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Pokegama Dam Campground (USACE) is situated in the heart of northern Minnesota's lake country next to the Mississippi River. Popular activities include boating, fishing, picnicking and wildlife viewing.

Recreation

The Mississippi River offers great opportunities for boating and fishing. Anglers will find Walleye, Northern Pike, Blue gills, sunfish, Large and Small mouth Bass among other species. Birders enjoy viewing Bald eagles, loons, ducks, geese and many other species from the banks of the park.

Facilities

The campground, pronounced "po-KEG-uh-muh," offers 19 electric back in sites, two primitive tent-only sites (non-electric) and one day-use picnic shealter with electric. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station, boat ramp, playground and a fish cleaning station.

Natural Features

A forest of mixed hardwoods and towering red pines cover the area, housing an abundance of wildlife including bald eagles, porcupines, black bears chipmunks and many others. Wild blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries grow seasonally on the forest floor.

Nearby Attractions

Judy Garland Museum, Forest History Center, Itasca County historical Society, Childerns Discovery Museum, Tioga Beach, Mesabi Bike Trail

The facts

22 bookable sites
1 site for day use only
2 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 79 ft
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: POKEGAMA

Site types

19 Standard Electric
2 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Group Shelter Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

22 campsites at Pokegama Dam Campground

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Max rig	People
01	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	52 ft	8	🐾
02	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	50 ft	8	🐾
03	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	56 ft	8	🐾
04	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	53 ft	8	🐾
05	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	54 ft	8	🐾
06	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	50 ft	8	🐾
07	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	50 ft	8	🐾
08	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	59 ft	8	🐾
09	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	79 ft	8	🐾
10	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	49 ft	8	🐾
11	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	49 ft	8	🐾
12	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	69 ft	8	🐾
13	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	49 ft	8	🐾
14	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	70 ft	8	🐾
15	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	58 ft	8	♿ 🐾
16	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	65 ft	8	🐾
17	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	47 ft	8	🐾
18	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	46 ft	8	🐾
19	POKEGAMA	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Drive In	71 ft	8	🐾
20	POKEGAMA	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Hike In	—	8	🐾
21	POKEGAMA	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Hike In	—	8	🐾
PSHLTR	POKEGAMA	Group Shelter Electric	—	—	—	—	50	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Grand Rapids, Minnesota, take Highway 2 west for 2 miles, turn left at signs and follow to campground.

47.25000, -93.58333 · 47°15'0.0"N 93°34'60.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 78°F in Jul, down to 18°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	18	24	37	50	65	73	78	76	68	52	36	23
Low °F	-3	1	14	29	41	52	57	55	46	34	20	5
Precip in	0.8	0.7	1.1	1.8	3.1	4.6	4.2	3.4	3.1	2.5	1.3	1.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Pokegama Dam Campground

Can you reserve a site at Pokegama Dam Campground?: Yes, Pokegama Dam Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Pokegama Dam Campground have?: 22 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Pokegama Dam Campground?: 79 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground.
Does Pokegama Dam Campground have hookups?: Electric.
Are campfires allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Pokegama Dam Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Pokegama Dam Campground

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Onegume 28.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pokegama Dump Station less than 0.1 mi · Activity pass
Joyce Estate 14.8 mi · Facility
Bowstring Landing Boat Area 27.4 mi · Facility
Bowstring Lake Landing Boat Area 27.4 mi · Facility
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Mosomo (Mooz-ah-moo) Point Campground 28.4 mi · Campground
Mosomo Point Boat Area 28.4 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 218-326-6128
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Pokegama Dam Campground