Contact Information
Owen Lake Campground and Day-Use Area
Owen Lake Campground RdEffie, MN 56639
(218) 743-3362
(Phone)
(866) 857-2757
(Toll Free)
From Bigfork take Scenic Hwy. (Co.Rd. 7) southeast 10 mi. to Co.Rd. 340; turn left (east) about 7 mi. to Co.Rd. 52; turn left (northeast) and follow signs 2 mi.
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Located in George Washington State Forest on Owen Lake, managed by Scenic State Park. The campground is considered "primitive," designed to furnish only the basic needs of the camper. The campsites consist of a cleared area, fire ring, and table. In addition, vault toilets, one dumpster, and drinking water are available. All sites are on a first come, first served basis for a fee.
This state forest campground is nestled under a healthy stand of red pines on the lake's western shore.
Dates
Book an online reservation 24 hours a day. Phone reservations can be made by calling 866-857-2757 (TTY: 952-936-4008) between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily November through March, and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily April through October. Call Ctr closed holidays.More Information
Seasonality
- Open in fall
- Open in summer
On-Site Facilities & Services
- Located on a lake or river
On-Site Recreation
- Swimming beach
Number/Type of Campsites
- Number of tent-only sites: 2
- Total number of campsites: 20
Campground Features
- Camping accessible to people with disabilities
- Pets allowed in campsite
Campground Type
- State & National Forest Campgrounds
Length of Stay
- Daily site rental