Facility · Minnesota ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Leech Lake Reservation (D8)
Located in the middle of Cass Lake, Star Island is one of the unique features of the Chippewa National Forest. Named for its star shape, "Star Island" is the largest of four islands in Cass Lake. Star Island has over eight miles of shoreline and encompasses 980 acres of both public land and private homes. Six miles of trails wind along the high banks and deep woods of the island, providing opportunities for hiking and nature study. Star Island Campground is located on the southwest shore of the island. Campers must provide their own water and pack out any refuse. Lake Windigo sits inside Star Island. Lake Windigo's special location earned it a notation with "Ripleys Believe It or Not". | Map
47.40700, -94.57500 · 47°24'25.2"N 94°34'30.0"W
Typically 79°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 | 51 | 65 | 75 | 79 | 77 | 68 | 52 | 36 | 23 |
| Low °F | -4 | 0 | 15 | 29 | 42 | 53 | 58 | 56 | 47 | 34 | 20 | 6 |
| Precip in | 0.8 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 2.9 | 4.1 | 3.7 | 3.1 | 2.9 | 2.8 | 1.3 | 1.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Star Island also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Star Island's operator.
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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