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About South Pike Bay
Number of accommodations: 22
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (124)
What Guests Are Saying
South Pike Bay is praised for its beautiful, peaceful setting, clear water, and spacious campsites, making it a favorite for many families returning for decades. The campground offers well-maintained facilities, lovely sandy beaches, and helpful hosts, contributing to a relaxing experience. However, some reviews mention issues like overgrown areas, unkempt bathrooms, and inconsistent enforcement of campground rules, which could detract from the overall enjoyment.
What Guests Are Saying
South Pike Bay is praised for its beautiful, peaceful setting, clear water, and spacious campsites, making it a favorite for many families returning for decades. The campground offers well-maintained facilities, lovely sandy beaches, and helpful hosts, contributing to a relaxing experience. However, some reviews mention issues like overgrown areas, unkempt bathrooms, and inconsistent enforcement of campground rules, which could detract from the overall enjoyment.
Review Summary
carrie l
VerifiedJune 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Pike bay is our favorite place to camp, been going there every year for 25+ years. The only 2 issues I have this past vacation was the fact that they put in " spurs" & ruined a whole bunch of campsites!! The other issue I have is there needs to be another toilet facility added on the end of the campsites. It's a primitive campground & by putting in the spurs you have limited use of your site. The camp host is awesome!! Hope you keep him!!
carrie l
VerifiedJune 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Pike bay is our favorite place to camp, been going there every year for 25+ years. The only 2 issues I have this past vacation was the fact that they put in " spurs" & ruined a whole bunch of campsites!! The other issue I have is there needs to be another toilet facility added on the end of the campsites. It's a primitive campground & by putting in the spurs you have limited use of your site. The camp host is awesome!! Hope you keep him!!
Karen S
VerifiedJuly 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
always a favorite spot! wish they would do a little more basic maintenance on sites (stump removal, trails cleared, etc) and bathrooms need a little tlc
Karen S
VerifiedJuly 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
always a favorite spot! wish they would do a little more basic maintenance on sites (stump removal, trails cleared, etc) and bathrooms need a little tlc
David B
VerifiedJuly 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
The mosquitoes were unbearable. In addition, the host seemed to do little except ride around on a lawn mower and the dumpster was running over. The location is ok, but there is a forest service campground in the Norway Beach Recreation Area nearby that is nicer and has electricity.
David B
VerifiedJuly 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
The mosquitoes were unbearable. In addition, the host seemed to do little except ride around on a lawn mower and the dumpster was running over. The location is ok, but there is a forest service campground in the Norway Beach Recreation Area nearby that is nicer and has electricity.
Mark D
VerifiedJuly 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Love this campground, nice sandy beaches and very basic. My only wish would be that generators not be allowed.
Mark D
VerifiedJuly 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Love this campground, nice sandy beaches and very basic. My only wish would be that generators not be allowed.
Lynette R
VerifiedJuly 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
I have been camping at South Pike Bay Campground over 60 years. The lake is pristine and offers amazing sunsets. The only negative is that the forestry department does not offer wood to purchase anymore. Also, some campers run their generators all day long. I will continue to visit this back to nature site with my friends and family as long as I can.
Lynette R
VerifiedJuly 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
I have been camping at South Pike Bay Campground over 60 years. The lake is pristine and offers amazing sunsets. The only negative is that the forestry department does not offer wood to purchase anymore. Also, some campers run their generators all day long. I will continue to visit this back to nature site with my friends and family as long as I can.
Location South Pike Bay
Address:
201 Minnesota Ave. East
Walker, MN, 56484
United States
Elevation: 399 feet
19 mi drive to downtown Walker (about 24 min)
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site capacity
- Each site can have one camping unit, and up to 8 occupants total, including extra tents.
General
- Click here for more information on the Chippewa National Forest
Fires & fuel
- Do not bring firewood from outside the area; obtain it locally to prevent invasive pests.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store food and attractants securely to avoid bear encounters; feeding wildlife is prohibited.
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Last updated: September 8, 2026
