East Seelye Bay sits among the stunning landscapes of Chippewa National Forest in Minnesota . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jun-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Chippewa National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: May, Jun, Aug
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East Seelye Bay located in Bowstring Lake, Minnesota, offering 50 camping sites.
East Seelye Bay
A Rural campground in Minnesota
Overview
east Seelye Bay Campground Is Located 20 Miles North of Deer River Off Highway 46 and 4 Miles West on Eagle Nest Road (Fr 2198). East Seelye Bay Has 13 First-Come, First-Served Campsites, a Picnic Area, Swimming Beach, Boat Ramp, and Parking Area.
the Chippewa National Forest and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Work Together to Co-Steward Resources – Making the Forest a Great Place to Recreate As Well As a Special Place Where Cultural and Traditional Resources Are Protected and Preserved and the Band’S Treaty Rights Are Respected.
Opportunities for Fishing, Swimming and Boating on Lake Winnibigoshish Abound. the Cut Foot Sioux National Recreation Trail Runs Past the Campground and Along Seelye Point, It Is an Unpaved Trail Used for Hiking and Horseback Riding. the East Seelye Point Trail Also Runs Through the Campground, and There Is Easy Access Down the Road to the Simpson Creek Trail System.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: East Seelye Bay Campground
City: Bowstring Lake, Minnesota 56636.0
Coordinates: 47.524724, -94.095559
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|swimming|fishing|hiking|picnic|beach|lake|river|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 11 stations
Nearest Market: Minneapolis/DULUTH
Notes: Signals FROM Minneapolis/DULUTH MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 23 stations (7 AM, 16 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, ADULT Alternative, NEWS/TALK
Local News: WCCO 830 Am
Market: Minneapolis/DULUTH
Notes: 7 AM, 16 FM Stations from Minneapolis/Duluth
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ White Oak Casino
Distance: 18.4 miles away
Address: 45830 U.S. 2, Deer River, MN
Network: zefnet
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10191070
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Chippewa National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/chippewa-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: chippewa-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Chippewa National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: chippewa-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 20.0
- States Covered: Minnesota
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1084
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1084, 1084.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: minnesota
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: chippewa-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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