Leech Lake Rec Area campground
Leech Lake Rec Area
What's on-site at Leech Lake Rec Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Leech Lake Rec Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leech Lake -Coe | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Six Mile Lake Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Winnie Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Stony Point Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Stony Point | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Leech Lake Rec Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River Near Bemidji | 222 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Grand Rapids | 446 cfs | → |
| Prairie River Near Taconite | 161 cfs | → |
| Straight River Near Park Rapids | 45 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 338 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Aitkin | 1,910 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Leech Lake Rec Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leech Lake Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cass Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cohasset 7.4 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Pokegana Lk Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bemidji 7.8 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grand Rapids 6.2 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Battleground State Forest
- Buena Vista State Forest
- Welsh Lake State Forest
- Schoolcraft State Park
- Blackduck State Forest
- Chippewa National Forest
Boat launches
- Federal Dam Drive Northeast 1115, Cass County
- North Shore Drive Northwest 2483, Cass County
- 24th Avenue Northeast Cass County
- Stony Point Camp Road Northwest 3204, Cass County
- Lake Winnibigoshish (W)
- Erwin Hills Drive Cass County
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Lake Winnigigoshish To Blackwater Lake
- Cass Lake To Lake Winnibigoshish
- The Otter Tail Powerplant To Allen's Bay
- The Confluence Of The Prairie River To The Boundary Of Logan And Workman Townships
- The Iron Bridge Of County Road 7 To Lake Bemidji
- Dora Lake To State Highway 6
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Leech Lake Rec Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Leech Lake Rec Area
Can I make reservations at Leech Lake Rec Area?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Leech Lake Rec Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Leech Lake Rec Area.