Lynn R
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 Stayed at: 009N, Loop: NORTH
We camped in North Deer Lake #9. The steps going down to the Lake are terrible. The steps really need to be fixed.
Thank you.
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103 reviews
Deer Lake campground offers a beautiful, natural setting with clean facilities and great access to the lake, making it ideal for kayaking and fishing. Many guests appreciate the wooded and spacious campsites, as well as the peaceful atmosphere, perfect for campfires and relaxation. However, some issues were noted, including a lack of campground host availability, the presence of aggressive neighbors, and maintenance concerns, such as messy sites and double bookings. Overall, many guests would recommend the campground despite these negatives.
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July 26, 2021 Stayed at: 009N, Loop: NORTH
We camped in North Deer Lake #9. The steps going down to the Lake are terrible. The steps really need to be fixed.
Thank you.
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August 18, 2021 Stayed at: 020S, Loop: SOUTH
Excellent campground! I'm a car camper who uses a tent and camps alone. I like the solitude. This campground has numerous sites that are relatively private. I will say there was a large group my second night that was loud well after quiet time. This probably should have been dealt with better. I just didn't worry about how much noise I made when I went fishing before sunrise.
The boat landings were sketchy at best. One did not reach the lake and it would have been easy to get stuck. The one closest to the campground had a channel that was very low. Another fisherman told me he lost his transducer in the channel. I understand lake levels were low but this is not an uncommon occurrence. There should be a better way to access the lake during drier summers.
The outhouses were the cleanest ever! There were also plenty of outhouses.
I shall return!
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August 18, 2021 Stayed at: 020S, Loop: SOUTH
Excellent campground! I'm a car camper who uses a tent and camps alone. I like the solitude. This campground has numerous sites that are relatively private. I will say there was a large group my second night that was loud well after quiet time. This probably should have been dealt with better. I just didn't worry about how much noise I made when I went fishing before sunrise.
The boat landings were sketchy at best. One did not reach the lake and it would have been easy to get stuck. The one closest to the campground had a channel that was very low. Another fisherman told me he lost his transducer in the channel. I understand lake levels were low but this is not an uncommon occurrence. There should be a better way to access the lake during drier summers.
The outhouses were the cleanest ever! There were also plenty of outhouses.
I shall return!
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August 18, 2021 Stayed at: 020S, Loop: SOUTH
Excellent campground! I'm a car camper who uses a tent and camps alone. I like the solitude. This campground has numerous sites that are relatively private. I will say there was a large group my second night that was loud well after quiet time. This probably should have been dealt with better. I just didn't worry about how much noise I made when I went fishing before sunrise.
The boat landings were sketchy at best. One did not reach the lake and it would have been easy to get stuck. The one closest to the campground had a channel that was very low. Another fisherman told me he lost his transducer in the channel. I understand lake levels were low but this is not an uncommon occurrence. There should be a better way to access the lake during drier summers.
The outhouses were the cleanest ever! There were also plenty of outhouses.
I shall return!
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August 21, 2021 Stayed at: 006N, Loop: NORTH
Nice size campsites, good neighbors, host and hostess were welcoming and informative. Bathrooms were clean. Throughly enjoyed our time there.
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August 21, 2021 Stayed at: 006N, Loop: NORTH
Nice size campsites, good neighbors, host and hostess were welcoming and informative. Bathrooms were clean. Throughly enjoyed our time there.
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August 21, 2021 Stayed at: 006N, Loop: NORTH
Nice size campsites, good neighbors, host and hostess were welcoming and informative. Bathrooms were clean. Throughly enjoyed our time there.
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August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 002N, Loop: NORTH
We stayed at camp site 2 north loop. the campsite was clean, had a beautiful view of the lake and stairs to go down the beach. The vault toilet was clean and have toilet paper and disinfectant gel too.
We spent our day hiking, the Chippewa National forest has so many options, We hiked for more than 8 mi and did not see a single soul.
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August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 002N, Loop: NORTH
We stayed at camp site 2 north loop. the campsite was clean, had a beautiful view of the lake and stairs to go down the beach. The vault toilet was clean and have toilet paper and disinfectant gel too.
We spent our day hiking, the Chippewa National forest has so many options, We hiked for more than 8 mi and did not see a single soul.
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August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 002N, Loop: NORTH
We stayed at camp site 2 north loop. the campsite was clean, had a beautiful view of the lake and stairs to go down the beach. The vault toilet was clean and have toilet paper and disinfectant gel too.
We spent our day hiking, the Chippewa National forest has so many options, We hiked for more than 8 mi and did not see a single soul.
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1235 Division St., Deer River, MN 56636 United States
Elevation: 431 ft
Take Highway 46 northwest from Deer River, MN. Turn on Eagle Nest Road (Old CR 33) and travel 4 mi west. You will pass East Seelye and West Seelye Campgrounds. Deer Lake Campground is on the left. North Deer is first and South Deer is another half...
Take Highway 46 northwest from Deer River, MN. Turn on Eagle Nest Road (Old CR 33) and travel 4 mi west. You will pass East Seelye and West Seelye Campgrounds. Deer Lake Campground is on the left. North Deer is first and South Deer is another half-mile down the road.
Deer Lake Campground is accessible via Highway 46, which connects to Deer River, MN.
Last updated: October 24, 2026