Summary
Reservations are recommended via the Minnesota DNR website, with nightly fees typically ranging from $17–$35. Amenities often include pit toilets, drinking water, fire rings, picnic tables, and RV access (some sites offer electric hookups). The area features a scenic, wooded landscape with easy access to lakes, making it ideal for paddling, fishing, and birdwatching. Nearby trails like Lake Carlos State Park’s Hidden Lake Trail offer gentle hikes. Best visited from late spring through early fall, Eagle Bend provides a peaceful, nature-rich experience in central Minnesota’s rolling lake country.
Nearby Campgrounds
Eagle Bend
Head Of The Rapids
Nelsons Landing - St. Croix National Scenic River
Nelson Landing
Two Rivers
Norway Point Landing - St. Croix National Scenic River
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Snake River Near Pine City
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138cfs |
Kettle River Below Sandstone
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170cfs |
St. Croix River Near Danbury
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1650cfs |
St. Croix River At St. Croix Falls
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1970cfs |
Rum River Near St. Francis
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209cfs |
St. Louis River At Scanlon
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533cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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WILD RIVER STATE PARK
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BRUNO
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STURGEON LAKE 7.5 ESE
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ST CROIX FALLS
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MOOSE LAKE 0.6 SW
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SHELL LAKE 4.3 SW
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Saint Croix River -- Nelson Landing