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
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.
Harry Y
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 145, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
Clean quiet well run, short walk to beach, sites are large.
Harry Y
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 145, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
Clean quiet well run, short walk to beach, sites are large.
Linda B
VerifiedAugust 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 145, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
We tent camp every summer on Wanaki Loop. The beach is so beautiful and easy access to the water. I was a bit disappointed this time with the state of the restroom/shower facilities though. They are getting very rundown. The women's shower didn't work and neither did the lock on one of the two bathroom stalls. Overall though it's a beautiful campsite.
Linda B
VerifiedAugust 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 145, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
We tent camp every summer on Wanaki Loop. The beach is so beautiful and easy access to the water. I was a bit disappointed this time with the state of the restroom/shower facilities though. They are getting very rundown. The women's shower didn't work and neither did the lock on one of the two bathroom stalls. Overall though it's a beautiful campsite.
Bill B
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 156, Loop: Wanaki
My wife's family has been camping at Wanaki for the last 25 years, so we know the campground very well.
We plan to continue going every year, although the toilet / shower building is showing it's age.
For many years, the same camp host returned every year, until last year.
The hosts this year were not very good. Part of their job is to keep the toilet / shower building clean. It wasn't. The extent of the spider webs over the men's room vanity made it clear that it hadn't been cleaned in some time.
When my sister in law asked the host when they would be cleaned next, she said they only get paid $25 per day, so they clean only on Tuesdays & Thursdays. My sister in law noted that it was Friday & both the men's & women's toilet rooms were filthy. The host apparently lost track of what day it was & an hour or so later cleaned the toilet rooms - minimally.
I would suggest not having these hosts back next year & making all other National park campground managers aware that these hosts should be avoided unless they want complaints.
Bill B
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 156, Loop: Wanaki
My wife's family has been camping at Wanaki for the last 25 years, so we know the campground very well.
We plan to continue going every year, although the toilet / shower building is showing it's age.
For many years, the same camp host returned every year, until last year.
The hosts this year were not very good. Part of their job is to keep the toilet / shower building clean. It wasn't. The extent of the spider webs over the men's room vanity made it clear that it hadn't been cleaned in some time.
When my sister in law asked the host when they would be cleaned next, she said they only get paid $25 per day, so they clean only on Tuesdays & Thursdays. My sister in law noted that it was Friday & both the men's & women's toilet rooms were filthy. The host apparently lost track of what day it was & an hour or so later cleaned the toilet rooms - minimally.
I would suggest not having these hosts back next year & making all other National park campground managers aware that these hosts should be avoided unless they want complaints.
Jerry D
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 144, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
Nice spacious site and quiet, uncrowded campground. I would definitely go there again.
Jerry D
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 144, Loop: WANAKI LOOP
Nice spacious site and quiet, uncrowded campground. I would definitely go there again.
Christopher Vacek
May 30, 2024
Don't go here... I don't want to compete with you for a campsite. This is a great rustic campground with nice amenities. Great beach. We love it.
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: July 11, 2026
