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About Cross Lake Recreation Area

In Central Minnesota's popular lakes area, the Cross Lake Recreation Area is best known for its picturesque sunsets, beautiful beaches and well-maintained campsites. The campground provides a full menu of activities for camping enthusiasts, while being located just minutes from shopping and paved bike trails. For a virtual tour go to: http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/headwaters/tour.html

Available sites

122 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

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RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

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  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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122 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 78 × 28 ft
🚐 002, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 33 ft
🚐 003, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 76 × 38 ft
🚐 004, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 × 38 ft
🚐 005, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 71 × 37 ft
🚐 006, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 73 × 53 ft
🚐 007, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 88 × 30 ft
🚐 008, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 62 ft long
🚐 009, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 × 25 ft
🚐 010, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 24 ft
🚐 011, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 95 × 25 ft
🚐 012, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 40 ft
🚐 013, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 42 ft
🚐 014, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 40 ft
🚐 015, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 95 × 31 ft
🚐 016, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 72 × 45 ft · Gravel
🚐 017, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 34 ft
🚐 018, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 34 ft
🚐 019, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 × 36 ft
🚐 020, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 34 ft
🚐 021, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 44 ft · Gravel
🚐 022, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 42 ft
🚐 023, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 36 × 40 ft · Gravel
🚐 024, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 88 × 44 ft
🚐 025, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 78 × 40 ft · Gravel
🚐 026, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 48 ft
🚐 027, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 42 ft · Gravel
🚐 028, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 61 × 33 ft · Gravel
⛺ 029, Loop: CROSSLAKE Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 030, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 96 × 34 ft · Gravel
⛺ 031, Loop: CROSSLAKE Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 032, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 99 × 35 ft · Gravel
⛺ 033, Loop: CROSSLAKE Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 034, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 71 × 29 ft · Gravel
⛺ 035, Loop: CROSSLAKE Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 036, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 60 × 30 ft · Gravel
⛺ 037, Loop: CROSSLAKE Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 038, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 97 × 34 ft · Gravel
⛺ 039, Loop: CROSSLAKE Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 040, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 73 × 37 ft · Gravel
🚐 041, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 69 × 37 ft · Gravel
🚐 042, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 043, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 62 × 34 ft · Gravel
🚐 044, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 75 × 35 ft · Gravel
🚐 045, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 71 × 30 ft · Gravel
🚐 046, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 79 × 32 ft
🚐 048, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 94 × 48 ft · Gravel
🚐 049, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 98 × 46 ft · Gravel
🚐 050, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 38 ft
🚐 051, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 78 × 44 ft
🚐 052, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 40 ft
🚐 053, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 × 45 ft
🚐 054, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 46 ft
🚐 055, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 67 × 45 ft
🚐 056, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 40 ft
🚐 057, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 71 × 40 ft
🚐 058, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 96 × 44 ft
🚐 059, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 67 × 40 ft
🚐 060, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 36 ft
🚐 061, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 71 × 46 ft
🚐 062, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 98 × 41 ft
🚐 063, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 44 ft
🚐 064, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 94 × 42 ft
🚐 065, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 77 × 43 ft
🚐 066, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 83 × 38 ft
🚐 067, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 × 40 ft
🚐 068, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 41 ft
🚐 069, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 44 ft
🚐 070, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 40 ft
🚐 071, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 44 ft
🚐 072, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 97 × 43 ft
🚐 073, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 86 × 51 ft
🚐 074, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 42 ft
🚐 075, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 × 48 ft
🚐 076, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 40 ft
🚐 077, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 79 × 40 ft
🚐 078, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 42 ft
🚐 079, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 × 44 ft
🚐 080, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 42 ft
🚐 081, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 38 ft
🚐 082, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 97 × 48 ft
🚐 083, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 × 34 ft
🚐 084, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 63 × 29 ft
🚐 085, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 63 × 32 ft
🚐 086, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 77 × 34 ft
🚐 087, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 × 31 ft
🚐 088, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 × 36 ft
🚐 089, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 35 ft
🚐 090, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 86 × 36 ft
🚐 091, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 32 ft
🚐 092, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 87 × 39 ft
🚐 093, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 34 ft
🚐 094, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 × 40 ft
🚐 095, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 × 34 ft
🚐 096, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 78 × 38 ft
🚐 097, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 78 × 36 ft
🚐 098, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 67 × 34 ft
🚐 099, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 82 × 36 ft
🚐 100, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 71 × 40 ft
🚐 101, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 95 × 37 ft
🚐 102, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 79 × 38 ft
🚐 103, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 74 × 38 ft
🚐 104, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 79 × 37 ft
🚐 105, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 74 × 38 ft
🚐 106, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 × 40 ft
🚐 107, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 89 × 39 ft
🚐 108, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 39 ft
🚐 109, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 × 35 ft
🚐 110, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 32 ft
🚐 111, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 71 × 35 ft
🚐 112, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 36 ft
🚐 113, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 38 ft
🚐 114, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 38 ft
🚐 115, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 43 ft
🚐 116, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 78 × 42 ft
🚐 117, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 95 × 37 ft
🚐 118, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 × 38 ft
🚐 119, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 × 36 ft
🚐 120, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 99 × 38 ft
🚐 121, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 71 × 37 ft
🚐 122, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
50 amp · 80 × 38 ft · Gravel
🚐 123, Loop: CROSSLAKE RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 76 × 40 ft

Reviews

1363 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Cross Lake Recreation Area offers spacious, well-maintained campsites with beautiful views and a friendly, attentive staff, making it a great spot for camping. While the restroom and shower facilities could use some improvements in cleanliness and maintenance, the overall atmosphere is pleasant and family-friendly, with ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the park's cleanliness, walking paths, and proximity to local attractions, making it a popular destination for repeat campers.

Based on guest feedback

4.6

Overall rating

Based on 1363 reviews

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4 stars 24.4% (333)
3 stars 5.4% (73)
2 stars 1.3% (18)
1 star 1.3% (18)

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Dennis H

Verified

September 1, 2026 Stayed at: 032, Loop: CROSSLAKE

This is a great campground. Lot of space to get your camper in snd plenty of trees for shade and privacy. Loved our stay there.

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Michael M

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September 1, 2026 Stayed at: 026, Loop: CROSSLAKE

Easy check in and easy check out. The sites are very well maintained and very spacious. We always enjoy our stay. Also, employees are very friendly and helpful.

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Aundrea F

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August 30, 2026 Stayed at: 033, Loop: CROSSLAKE

This place still has the same charm it had when I was a kid camping there, and there have been some wonderful improvements to protect wildlife and restore shorelines. I had a wonderful time bringing my child there.

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[email protected] C

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August 29, 2026 Stayed at: 106, Loop: CROSSLAKE

This is one of the most beautiful and well-maintained RV Campgrounds that we have visited in our 4 years of RV-ing. Sites are fairly level and are situated well to allow for almost effortless back-in. Additonally, the campground is less than a mile from my Mother's home.

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kathy M

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August 29, 2026 Stayed at: 111, Loop: CROSSLAKE

Very well maintained campground, friendley staff, nice docks available, sandy beach.

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Rhonda R

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August 29, 2026 Stayed at: 011, Loop: CROSSLAKE

Lots to do... super fun for everyone!!

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Jolene D

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August 28, 2026 Stayed at: 075, Loop: CROSSLAKE

Very nice campground. Lots of trees. Very quiet at night. Had some barkers next to us that were kind of annoying. Very helpful staff.

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Dave E

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August 28, 2026 Stayed at: 017, Loop: CROSSLAKE

nice clean campsites, clean restrooms/ showers. Good people around you.

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Gary H

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August 28, 2026 Stayed at: 093, Loop: CROSSLAKE

This was my second stay at the campground this summer. After checking out in July, I left a complaint with the on-duty park ranger about the poor cleaning and maintenance of the bathrooms. Though the cleaning of the bathrooms was slightly better this time, it was still poor at best. Soap dispensers were left empty, shower stalls were not cleaned for days at a time, and after "mopping", sand was everywhere on the floors.

The lack of maintenance of the bathrooms was also very evident. Screens were broken letting in many flying insects in, especially during the night-time. Broken and non-functional stall doors have not been fixed. The same was true for broken shower valves and shower heads which have not been addressed in years.

What else was evident at the campground was the lack of oversight by the COE Rangers. The only time I saw them was when they drove around in their golf cart. In years past, the rangers were far more visible. Not only checking on the park facilities but also organizing activities for young ones.

I have long thought of the Crosslake COE Campground as a real gem and a wonderful place for a vacation with the family. I do hope that I am not seeing the slow decline of this special place.

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Janet M

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August 27, 2026 Stayed at: 088, Loop: CROSSLAKE

Cross Lake Recreational Campground has become our favorite place to camp! We love that there is so much to do from swimming, boating, going for walks, and even watching the beautiful sunsets! This summer we have even found small painted rocks in the public areas! The bathrooms are always kept clean and the staff are the absolute best!! And for those who like shopping, there's small shops within walking distance! What more can you ask for?

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Location & Directions for Cross Lake Recreation Area

35507 County Rd 66, Crosslake, MN 56442 United States

Elevation: 376 ft

Getting There

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.

Nearest town

Crosslake, MN - 1 mi

About 3 min to downtown

Highway access

Cross Lake Recreation Area is accessible via Highway 25, which connects to Brainerd, Minnesota. County Road 3 provides access to the campground from Highway 25.

Policies & Rules

General

  • 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 risk their reservation being cancelled.
  • In 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.
  • 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.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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Population: 2,521

Nearby city: St. Cloud, MN

Approx. 77 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,240 ft

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