Only firewood certified, or approved by a state or
federal natural resource agency is permitted. Certified firewood is available
for purchase in the campground. Any unauthorized firewood in the campground
may be removed and destroyed by Corps of Engineers staff.
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Gull Lake Recreation Area is highly praised for its well-maintained, spacious campsites with good tree coverage, providing privacy and comfort. Visitors appreciate the friendly staff, clean facilities, and easy access to recreational activities like biking, swimming, and fishing. While mosquitoes can be a nuisance, overall experiences are positive, with many campers planning to return.
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July 5, 2021 Stayed at: 31, Loop: GULL LAKE
This is a very nice campground. The restroom and shower facility is first rate. The park rangers were friendly and helpful. The firewood sold at the camp goes to a good cause, but it is a ripoff. The bundle we purchased (mostly bark) burned very quickly. Buy your firewood somewhere else.
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July 9, 2021 Stayed at: 33, Loop: GULL LAKE
Squeaky clean campground, nice spaces, no problems. Will be back again.
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July 9, 2021 Stayed at: 33, Loop: GULL LAKE
Squeaky clean campground, nice spaces, no problems. Will be back again.
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July 12, 2021 Stayed at: 14, Loop: GULL LAKE
They used to have a sand beach to park your boat. Now it’s all rocks so there isn’t anywhere to beach your boat. You have to take your boat out every day. Not great when you are there for a week and the boat ramp is busy. Camp ground, bathrooms and everything else is great!
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July 12, 2021 Stayed at: 14, Loop: GULL LAKE
They used to have a sand beach to park your boat. Now it’s all rocks so there isn’t anywhere to beach your boat. You have to take your boat out every day. Not great when you are there for a week and the boat ramp is busy. Camp ground, bathrooms and everything else is great!
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July 15, 2021 Stayed at: 16, Loop: GULL LAKE
I couldn't make it to the campground because I was buying real estate, so I thought I would cancel so maybe someone else could use it. I could not get through on the computer, even at 5 AM the next morning. I suppose it sat empty
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July 15, 2021 Stayed at: 16, Loop: GULL LAKE
I couldn't make it to the campground because I was buying real estate, so I thought I would cancel so maybe someone else could use it. I could not get through on the computer, even at 5 AM the next morning. I suppose it sat empty
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July 18, 2021 Stayed at: 31, Loop: GULL LAKE
This is a beautiful campground. The staff are all so friendly. So clean and well maintained.
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July 18, 2021 Stayed at: 31, Loop: GULL LAKE
This is a beautiful campground. The staff are all so friendly. So clean and well maintained.
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July 20, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: GULL LAKE
What a nice campground! We were greeted when we pulled in. Our campsite was recently cleaned and raked. The restrooms and showers were immaculately maintained and the people, all of them, were friendly and courteous. You could not ask for a nicer place to camp. We were towing a small (18') travel trailer and had no trouble fitting in. There were much larger units in the campground and they, too, seemed to fit in nicely. Next to us was a couple who were tent-camping, so the campground can be adapted to whatever you camping needs may be. Happy travels.
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10867 E Gull Lake Dr, Brainerd, MN 56401 United States
Elevation: 368 ft
Gull Lake Recreation Area is accessible via Minnesota State Highway 371, which is approximately 10 miles to the east. Additionally, U.S. Highway 10 is about 15 miles to the south.
Only firewood certified, or approved by a state or
federal natural resource agency is permitted. Certified firewood is available
for purchase in the campground. Any unauthorized firewood in the campground
may be removed and destroyed by Corps of Engineers staff.
Last updated: October 24, 2026
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Population: 14,468
Nearby city: St. Cloud, MN
Approx. 59 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 1,217 ft
Brainerd, MN
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