Warning
GeneralCross Lake Recreation Area will open for the 2026 camping season on May 14. We look forward to seeing you then!
About Cross Lake Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 122
Campground Amenities
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Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (604)
What Guests Are Saying
Cross Lake Recreation Area is a well-maintained campground with clean facilities, spacious sites, and a beautiful wooded setting. Visitors appreciate its proximity to local amenities, including restaurants and shops, making it a convenient getaway. While some sites can be challenging to maneuver into, overall, guests enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and friendly staff, with many returning year after year.
What Guests Are Saying
Cross Lake Recreation Area is a well-maintained campground with clean facilities, spacious sites, and a beautiful wooded setting. Visitors appreciate its proximity to local amenities, including restaurants and shops, making it a convenient getaway. While some sites can be challenging to maneuver into, overall, guests enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and friendly staff, with many returning year after year.
Review Summary
Mary Z
VerifiedDecember 24, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 085, Loop: CROSSLAKE
Easy walking distance to food and beverages. Bathrooms were clean. Campsite was good size and well maintained. There is a boat landing and bike trail.
Ray B
VerifiedDecember 24, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 026, Loop: CROSSLAKE
Very very nice campground. Couple sites are real hard for 45 foot camper and maneuvering was tight.
Mark G
VerifiedDecember 22, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 033, Loop: CROSSLAKE
brainerd lakes area location
Heather H
VerifiedDecember 9, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 010, Loop: CROSSLAKE
Been camping at Crosslake for nearly 50 years. Always a great visit. Clean and spacious sites.
Harold K
VerifiedNovember 15, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 101, Loop: CROSSLAKE
Bars & resturants near by.
Charles S
VerifiedOctober 31, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 049, Loop: CROSSLAKE
The site was clean and private, with full tree cover and plants surrounding, very cozy. There were a few branches that made it difficult to back in without scuffing the side of my RV, but other than that the site was wonderful and inviting.
Charles S
VerifiedOctober 31, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 050, Loop: CROSSLAKE
Love this campground. It is laid back and feels like you have left society, even though Down Town Cross Lake is walking distance away. The hosts are always helpful and the grounds are always clean and inviting! Will be back again next season.
Tim B
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 062, Loop: CROSSLAKE
Great place
Joan G
VerifiedOctober 21, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: CROSSLAKE
No issues- clean - friendly - RV dump site very accessible - a beautiful place to
Etta H
VerifiedOctober 21, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 079, Loop: CROSSLAKE
Visit was fine, itβs always such a pain to actually get a reservation!!
Location Cross Lake Recreation Area
Address:
35507 County Rd 66
Crosslake, MN, 56442
United States
From Brainerd, Minnesota on Highway 25, turn right on County Road 3 and travel north
to Crosslake, Minn. The campground entrance is to the left, at the intersection of County Roads 3 and 66.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.6697 / -94.1083
Elevation: 376 feet
Policies & Rules
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Reservations* All reservations must be made and/or modified at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. No walk ins allowed. * Cross Lake Recreation Area staff and volunteers do not make reservations on site.* Campers must check in within 24 hours of their scheduled arrival or risk their reservation being cancelled. |
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Title 36: Rules and RegulationsIn the interest of more effective resource management and to increase the overall enjoyment of the visitor experience available at the Cross Lake Recreation Area, Corps wide rules and regulations have been established and will be enforced (Title 36). Click here for more information 14-Day Stay LimitTo ensure everyone has a chance to enjoy our campsites, please be aware of our 14-day camping policy.Camping at any of our sites is limited to a maximum of 14 days within any 30-consecutive-day period.This rule is in accordance with official regulation CFS 327.7(b). An extension may only be granted with written permission from the District Commander.Please be aware that violations may result in the cancellation of reservations or removal from the campground.America The Beautiful PassesWe proudly accept America The Beautiful passes. To ensure fair use, please remember:The pass may only be used for the single campsite you are actively occupying.Passes are non-transferable and cannot be shared with friends or family for other sites.If a pass is used for multiple sites simultaneously, it will be invalidated, and the full camping fee for the additional site(s) will be charged.Cross Lake Recreation Area has additional rules including but not limited to:* Firewood restrictions are in effect to prevent the spread of invasive insects and disease. Click here for more information * ATV/UTV and Golf Cart operation within the campground is not allowed. * All vehicles and camping equipment must fit on the campsite. Do not park or place camping equipment on the grass.* Posted speed limit is 10 mph.* Limit two tents per site, or one wheeled unit and one tent.* Reserved campsites must be occupied daily and with intention of overnight camping. Visitors may not book a site just for access to the boat docks. |
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Closure* The Campground will close 15-OCT-2026 for the remainder of the season. This includes all dump stations, all restrooms, and water spigots. At this time, the main boat ramp is expected to remain available throughout October. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralCross Lake Recreation Area will open for the 2026 camping season on May 14. We look forward to seeing you then!
