About Wanaki Loop
Number of accommodations: 22
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (41)
What Guests Are Saying
Wanaki Loop campground received high praise for its friendly and helpful camp host, Rick, who enhanced the overall experience for many visitors. The campground itself is noted for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and proximity to a beautiful beach, making it a favorite for annual trips. However, some reviews pointed out that the restroom facilities were in need of maintenance, with issues reported regarding cleanliness and functionality.
What Guests Are Saying
Wanaki Loop campground received high praise for its friendly and helpful camp host, Rick, who enhanced the overall experience for many visitors. The campground itself is noted for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and proximity to a beautiful beach, making it a favorite for annual trips. However, some reviews pointed out that the restroom facilities were in need of maintenance, with issues reported regarding cleanliness and functionality.
Review Summary
KAREN S
VerifiedDecember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
The Camp Host made our week! He was awesome. Very helpful and informative!. I hope he comes back. The camp ground ware great. Everything was clean, including the bathrooms. (compared to the previous year). We go annually.
KAREN S
VerifiedDecember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
The Camp Host made our week! He was awesome. Very helpful and informative!. I hope he comes back. The camp ground ware great. Everything was clean, including the bathrooms. (compared to the previous year). We go annually.
Chris G
VerifiedNovember 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
great camground host.. great campground
Chris G
VerifiedNovember 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
great camground host.. great campground
Tammy Myers
September 1, 2025
Ranger Rick did a really great job this year.. he was helpful and really worked hard to make this loop better..
We will be going back to this area ..the water is shallow so got my motor stopped up with weeds coming in but other than that I loved it!!? Thanks Rick for making our stray pleasurable...
Tom Myers
Thomas R
VerifiedAugust 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
We love the closeness to the water, Campground host Rick very helpful and kind!
Thomas R
VerifiedAugust 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
We love the closeness to the water, Campground host Rick very helpful and kind!
Sherry R
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 142, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
Park is nice and they have good biking trails but the bathrooms are absolutely filthy!!
Heather H
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 154, Loop: Wanaki
The site and lake were beautiful! The bike trail was nice, we rode to the visitors center and to the public beach areas. Camp host was great and super friendly. Bathrooms were maintained and clean.
Sherry R
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 142, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
Park is nice and they have good biking trails but the bathrooms are absolutely filthy!!
Location Wanaki Loop
Address:
Cass Lake, MN, 56633
United States
From Cass Lake, Minn., take U.S. Highway 2 east for 4 miles, to the Norway Beach Recreation Area. Turn left and follow the campground road until the signs indicate the Wanaki Campground.
The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 2, which is approximately 4 miles from Cass Lake.
Latitude & Longitude: 47.3786 / -94.5214
Elevation: 398 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Fee includes one camping unit (camper, RV, pop-up, family tent) per site; additional units will be charged an additional fee
- First-come, first-served sites may be available after the reservation season
- Click here for more information on the Chippewa National Forest
- Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
- Northern Minnesota is home to black bears. Campers must keep coolers and other bear attractants locked inside hard-sided campers or in vehicles when not attended, including overnight. Black bears are present and active within the campground area. Feeding any wildlife, including hanging bird feeders, is strictly prohibited.NEW FOR 2025: Chippewa National Forest Campground Food Storage Order
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
