Joleen S
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 Stayed at: 25, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
We had a great time camping, kayaking and relaxing. Very friendly staff and clean facilities!
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Leech Lake Rec Area is a well-maintained campground with spacious, clean sites and excellent facilities, including a boat channel and electric hookups. Campers appreciate the beautiful surroundings, proximity to hiking trails, and friendly staff, making it a popular spot for gatherings with friends. While some reviewers noted issues with noise and the camp host's demeanor, the overall experience remains positive, highlighting the campground's peaceful atmosphere and cleanliness.
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 25, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
We had a great time camping, kayaking and relaxing. Very friendly staff and clean facilities!
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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 25, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
One of the nicest campgrounds in Minnesota, just wish there were more full service or at least water and electric sites
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January 11, 2020 Stayed at: 74, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
Enjoyed our stay at this campground. Site was large and well maintained. As with all Corp parks, the management was very helpful.
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January 11, 2020 Stayed at: 74, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
Enjoyed our stay at this campground. Site was large and well maintained. As with all Corp parks, the management was very helpful.
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January 13, 2020 Stayed at: 66, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
always nice and clean. enjoyed the entertainment they had. wish they sold firewood on sight. spots are set up nice
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January 13, 2020 Stayed at: 66, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
always nice and clean. enjoyed the entertainment they had. wish they sold firewood on sight. spots are set up nice
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 16, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
One of the cleanest and most peaceful places I know to spend time. Beautiful sunsets, beautiful lake, all very clean and very well-kept, including bathroom, showers and laundry facilities.
I always leave a few logs for the next campers, and I know a lot of people who do that. I have been quite dismayed at this campground though, because almost every time I’ve been up there, one of the camp “hosts” or “volunteers” has come over and cleaned out the wood left by the previous campers after I was already on the site! Not cool! That’s the only thing I would change. (Dude, you know who you are!)
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 30, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
My husband and I first stay at Leech Lake was a great experience. From checking in to our leaving was at ease. After checking in, my husband was able to unhook our boat from our fifth wheel and leave it in the parking lot until we got our fifth wheel set up. Then with plenty of room in our site we were able to fit both truck and boat. Enough privacy between the sites with gorgeous trees. We loved it so much we made Leech Lake our first camping area for 2020.
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 16, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
One of the cleanest and most peaceful places I know to spend time. Beautiful sunsets, beautiful lake, all very clean and very well-kept, including bathroom, showers and laundry facilities.
I always leave a few logs for the next campers, and I know a lot of people who do that. I have been quite dismayed at this campground though, because almost every time I’ve been up there, one of the camp “hosts” or “volunteers” has come over and cleaned out the wood left by the previous campers after I was already on the site! Not cool! That’s the only thing I would change. (Dude, you know who you are!)
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 30, Loop: LEECH LAKE REC AREA
My husband and I first stay at Leech Lake was a great experience. From checking in to our leaving was at ease. After checking in, my husband was able to unhook our boat from our fifth wheel and leave it in the parking lot until we got our fifth wheel set up. Then with plenty of room in our site we were able to fit both truck and boat. Enough privacy between the sites with gorgeous trees. We loved it so much we made Leech Lake our first camping area for 2020.
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01217 Federal Dam Dr. Ne, Federal Dam, MN 56641 United States
Elevation: 396 ft
From Grand Rapids, Minnesota, take Highway 2 west for 33 mi to Bena. Turn south onto County Road 8 and proceed 8 mi to Federal Dam.
From Bemidji, Minnesota, take Highway 2 east for 35 mi to Bena, Turn south onto County Road 8 and proceed 8 mi to ...
From Grand Rapids, Minnesota, take Highway 2 west for 33 mi to Bena. Turn south onto County Road 8 and proceed 8 mi to Federal Dam.
From Bemidji, Minnesota, take Highway 2 east for 35 mi to Bena, Turn south onto County Road 8 and proceed 8 mi to Federal Dam.
From Walker, Minnesota, take Highway 200 east for 20 mi to County Road 8. Turn north onto County Road 8 and proceed 14 mi to Federal Dam.
LEECH LAKE REC AREA
01217 FEDERAL DAM DR. NE
FEDERAL DAM MN 56641
Leech Lake Rec Area is accessible via Highway 2, which is approximately 35 miles from Bemidji and 33 miles from Grand Rapids. Highway 200 is also nearby, providing access from Walker.
Check in time
1PM
Check out time
12PM
Last updated: October 21, 2026