Pokegama Dam 2022
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Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access
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About Pokegama Dam Campground

Pokegama Dam Campground (USACE) is situated in the heart of northern Minnesota's lake country next to the Mississippi River. Popular activities include boating, fishing, picnicking and wildlife viewing.

Available sites

21 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

21 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 01, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 02, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 03, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 04, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 05, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 06, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 07, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 08, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 09, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 10, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 11, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 12, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 13, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 14, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 15, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 16, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 17, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 18, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 19, Loop: POKEGAMA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
⛺ 20, Loop: POKEGAMA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 21, Loop: POKEGAMA Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade

Reviews

611 reviews

Summary

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Pokegama Dam Campground is praised for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and well-maintained facilities, including bathrooms and showers. Many guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and proximity to the river, as well as the helpful staff and convenient access to hiking trails and nearby amenities. While some noise from trains and highways is noted, the overall experience is positive, with many visitors expressing a desire to return.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

Overall rating

Based on 611 reviews

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5 stars 63.3% (387)
4 stars 22.1% (135)
3 stars 8.5% (52)
2 stars 3.1% (19)
1 star 2.9% (18)

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Boyd L

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October 2, 2025 Stayed at: 17, Loop: POKEGAMA

Love this campground. Small but clean. Only thing that would make it better is wifi

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Aaron F

October 1, 2025

Garbage cans were full from the party before us. Had to clean up the party before us' trash. Parking lot was full of dirt piles. Otherwise the new pavilion was decent.

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Aaron F

October 1, 2025

Garbage cans were full from the party before us. Had to clean up the party before us' trash. Parking lot was full of dirt piles. Otherwise the new pavilion was decent.

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Janna K

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September 30, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: POKEGAMA

We stay here regularly when in the area. The sites are level, the restrooms and showers are well-designed and clean. The trails across the Mississippi River dam are great. Only downside to this campground is its proximity to the highway and railroad. The trains don’t come often, but when they do, they are loud. The highway is noisier during rush hour.

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Janna K

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September 30, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: POKEGAMA

We stay here regularly when in the area. The sites are level, the restrooms and showers are well-designed and clean. The trails across the Mississippi River dam are great. Only downside to this campground is its proximity to the highway and railroad. The trains don’t come often, but when they do, they are loud. The highway is noisier during rush hour.

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Bill and Diane K

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September 23, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: POKEGAMA

This was our first camping experience with our new fifth wheel. We had site 10 and luckily the water spicket was just across the road so we were able to refill our fresh water. The showers were clean and warm. The host was very nice and helpful. We had a nice time and will definitely visit again when the acorns aren't dropping. The traffic and occasional train wasn't a problem. A nice campground for the price and close to the stores.

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Bill and Diane K

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September 23, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: POKEGAMA

This was our first camping experience with our new fifth wheel. We had site 10 and luckily the water spicket was just across the road so we were able to refill our fresh water. The showers were clean and warm. The host was very nice and helpful. We had a nice time and will definitely visit again when the acorns aren't dropping. The traffic and occasional train wasn't a problem. A nice campground for the price and close to the stores.

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Gayle H

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September 18, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: POKEGAMA

Serene view of the river helps us forget about: 1) the close by highway noise, 2) the occasional train noise, 3) the acorns dropping off of the giant oak trees onto our trailer roof this time of year, and 4) the occasional waft of sewer gas from the dump station depending on wind direction. Staff is always friendly, receptive to questions, and informative. Easy access to hiking and dog walking trails. Grand Rapids, MN offers small town friendliness, scenic drives, and good places to eat and drink with lots of shopping alternatives only minutes away from the campground. We will be back soon. Thank you!

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Sandy S

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September 18, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: POKEGAMA

Peaceful quiet campground. Great get away....

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Gayle H

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September 18, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: POKEGAMA

Serene view of the river helps us forget about: 1) the close by highway noise, 2) the occasional train noise, 3) the acorns dropping off of the giant oak trees onto our trailer roof this time of year, and 4) the occasional waft of sewer gas from the dump station depending on wind direction. Staff is always friendly, receptive to questions, and informative. Easy access to hiking and dog walking trails. Grand Rapids, MN offers small town friendliness, scenic drives, and good places to eat and drink with lots of shopping alternatives only minutes away from the campground. We will be back soon. Thank you!

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Location & Directions for Pokegama Dam Campground

34385 Us Hwy 2, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-9663 United States

Elevation: 393 ft

Getting There

From Grand Rapids, Minnesota, take Highway 2 west for 2 mi, turn left at signs and follow to campground.

Nearest town

Grand Rapids, MN - 2.9 mi

About 5 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Check-out time is at 10 p.m.

Fires & fuel

  • Buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.
  • No firewood is available at the campground.

Site capacity

  • Camping equipment must be placed on designated areas only.

Safety & rules

  • Fireworks are prohibited in the campground.

Vehicles & parking

  • Vehicles and camping equipment are not allowed on grassy areas.

Site types & loops

  • Camping is only allowed on designated sites.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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