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 (106)
What Guests Are Saying
South Pike Bay is a beautiful and peaceful campground that has long been a favorite for families, offering clean campsites and a lovely lake for recreation. Many visitors appreciate the friendly campground host and the well-maintained facilities, although some have noted issues with rule enforcement and maintenance of restrooms. While there are some concerns about overgrowth and the condition of the boat launch, the overall experience remains enjoyable for many campers who value the rustic charm and serene atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
South Pike Bay is a beautiful and peaceful campground that has long been a favorite for families, offering clean campsites and a lovely lake for recreation. Many visitors appreciate the friendly campground host and the well-maintained facilities, although some have noted issues with rule enforcement and maintenance of restrooms. While there are some concerns about overgrowth and the condition of the boat launch, the overall experience remains enjoyable for many campers who value the rustic charm and serene atmosphere.
Review Summary
Harrison R
VerifiedJuly 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Will be back!
Harrison R
VerifiedJuly 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Will be back!
Mary L
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
The sites are full of poison Ivy which was hard to work around. Liked the area lots tho. Our camp host had visitors that were a bit sketchy at the campground.
Mary L
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
The sites are full of poison Ivy which was hard to work around. Liked the area lots tho. Our camp host had visitors that were a bit sketchy at the campground.
Linda H
VerifiedAugust 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
We love camping here because the sits are so close to the lake and its such a beautiful area! We like going to Walker and looking around in the shops and they have some great restaurants. The trails are nice to walk or bike on too!
Linda H
VerifiedAugust 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
We love camping here because the sits are so close to the lake and its such a beautiful area! We like going to Walker and looking around in the shops and they have some great restaurants. The trails are nice to walk or bike on too!
Sarah H
VerifiedAugust 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
A beautiful campground ruined by loud generators. Because it's a rustic, non-power campground, there is almost always someone nearby in a camper with an extremely loud generator running all day. If you are one of those people, can you PLEASE stop ruining others' nature and upgrade to a more quiet generator for your campground use? Or better yet, use it less or not at all. More than once we have had our weekend almost ruined by being right next door to one while the people sat in their camper all day.
This was my favorite campground and we come back every summer, but really wish there was something that could be done about excessively loud generators.
Sarah H
VerifiedAugust 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
A beautiful campground ruined by loud generators. Because it's a rustic, non-power campground, there is almost always someone nearby in a camper with an extremely loud generator running all day. If you are one of those people, can you PLEASE stop ruining others' nature and upgrade to a more quiet generator for your campground use? Or better yet, use it less or not at all. More than once we have had our weekend almost ruined by being right next door to one while the people sat in their camper all day.
This was my favorite campground and we come back every summer, but really wish there was something that could be done about excessively loud generators.
Amanda R
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
This is our most favorite campsite to go to. It’s close to home, nice sandy beach and affordable. The sites are always clean and the camp host is always friendly and easy to chat with.
Mary C
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
This is a very nice campground with lots of shade and a great bike trail. Using solar is not possible.
Location South Pike Bay
Address:
201 Minnesota Ave. East
Walker, MN, 56484
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 47.3288 / -94.5797
Elevation: 399 feet
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
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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: June 3, 2026
