About South Pike Bay
Number of accommodations: 22
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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- 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
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.
Kayla O
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Our campsite was very well taken care of and maintained. The bathrooms were always clean. Campground was quiet and very peaceful. Swimming was excellent!
Kayla O
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Our campsite was very well taken care of and maintained. The bathrooms were always clean. Campground was quiet and very peaceful. Swimming was excellent!
DARREN L
VerifiedNovember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Been coming to Pike Bay for the last 45 years. My parents brought me there every year as a child I’ve brought my children now we bring our grandchildren. The campground is always clean and neat. Mike Shaffer the campground host is the nicest friendliest host ever. We return each year not just for the beautiful campground but because of Mike. He is like family to us. He makes us feel so welcome he always stops by for a chat and to see if there’s anything we need. He is the best. We will continue to come each year as long as Mike is the host. He mows as soon as people leave keeps the campground spotless the bathrooms cleaned every morning before we awake. We look forward to another 2 week stay next year so does my son and my grandchildren and my brother. We love getting spots 3,5 & 7 so we are near Mike the host. Thank you to the forest service who is always friendly and to Mike Shaffer for all his hard work and making us feel so welcome like family.
DARREN L
VerifiedNovember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Been coming to Pike Bay for the last 45 years. My parents brought me there every year as a child I’ve brought my children now we bring our grandchildren. The campground is always clean and neat. Mike Shaffer the campground host is the nicest friendliest host ever. We return each year not just for the beautiful campground but because of Mike. He is like family to us. He makes us feel so welcome he always stops by for a chat and to see if there’s anything we need. He is the best. We will continue to come each year as long as Mike is the host. He mows as soon as people leave keeps the campground spotless the bathrooms cleaned every morning before we awake. We look forward to another 2 week stay next year so does my son and my grandchildren and my brother. We love getting spots 3,5 & 7 so we are near Mike the host. Thank you to the forest service who is always friendly and to Mike Shaffer for all his hard work and making us feel so welcome like family.
kevin b
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Very peaceful place. We as a family have been coming here for 25+ years. Good family time!!! We have made camping friends. Look forward to it next year.
kevin b
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Very peaceful place. We as a family have been coming here for 25+ years. Good family time!!! We have made camping friends. Look forward to it next year.
Leon H
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Great Spot over at Lida Campground. Lots of space and wonderful access to Lake and sandy beach.
Leon H
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SOUTH PIKE BAY
Great Spot over at Lida Campground. Lots of space and wonderful access to Lake and sandy beach.
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
- 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: June 3, 2026
