Group Camp

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Group Camp

Quick Facts

Price

$8 - $10/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Varies by campground...

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

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February 2026

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February 2026
Group Camp
$8.00 - $10.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Advance reservation fee is non-refundable: $10 for call-center reservations and $8 for web reservations. (Separate campsite fees apply but specific...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Provider
866-857-2757 (reservations); additional DNR contacts listed: 888-646-6367, 651-296-6157
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"Reviews are largely positive, highlighting the beach, fishing, marina/boat launch, trails and generally quiet campgrounds. Common negatives are narrow/tightly wooded sites (difficult for larger RVs), distant shower facilities, and the lack of electrical hookups."

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Best Time to Camp at Group Camp

The Group Camp welcomes visitors seasonally, with opening and closing dates that shift with Minnesota's weather patterns. While some areas of the park offer year-round camping, this location operates on a seasonal schedule—though hardy anglers do venture out for ice fishing when conditions allow. Since ice thickness, road access, and weather can vary significantly, especially during shoulder seasons and winter months, it's essential to contact the park for current conditions before planning your trip.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.0 / 5

No seasonal operation or visitor reports; summer experience unknown.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.0 / 5

No fall foliage or seasonal notes for Campground 978 in available data.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

No spring-season reports or conditions noted for this campground in sources.

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Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5
Top 18% in MN

No closure or winter-use info; winter experience not documented.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Varies by campground; spring opening and fall closing dates depend on weather. Check the campground webpage or ParkFinder for specific seasonal dates.

About Group Camp

Why let sunset signal the end of your adventure? Set up camp and let the evening unfold with naturalist programs, moonlit strolls along the shore, or cozy fireside moments filled with s'mores and stories that last long into the night.
Identified as a group campground. Visitor reports indicate the sites accommodate both tents and RVs; campsites lack electrical hookups.
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Stay Limit
  • For state forest campgrounds: 14 days between the first Saturday in May and the second Sunday in September
  • 21 days the rest of the year. (Applicability to individual campgrounds varies
  • check the managing unit.)

Amenities available

Showers
Potable water
Dump station
Fire rings
Picnic tables
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Activities you can enjoy

Activities available at the park and reported by visitors include hiking, fishing (including ice fishing), swimming, boating, biking and wildlife/bird viewing.
HikingPark trails include shoreline and multi-mile routes; visitors mention hiking and moonlit walks.
FishingAccess to Lake of the Woods with good fishing reported, including ice fishing; a reviewer noted a damaged fishing pier.
SwimmingBeach on Lake of the Woods with shallow water suitable for swimming; multiple reviewers called it a great swim beach.
Biking
Boating
Wildlife viewing
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsUse only approved or local firewood to prevent spread of forest pests. Light fires only within fire rings and charcoal grills; do not leave fires unattended and fully extinguish before leaving. Winter ice conditions can be variable — exercise caution and verify conditions before ice activities.

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Group Camp has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews are largely positive, highlighting the beach, fishing, marina/boat launch, trails and generally quiet campgrounds. Common negatives are narrow/tightly wooded sites (difficult for larger RVs), distant shower facilities, and the lack of electrical hookups.
Review Summaries

What Campers Love

Beautiful beach on Lake of the Woods; good fishing and ice fishing; marina and boat launch; spaced and quiet campgrounds; accessible amenities; natural spring for filling water; dump station;...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Plan for no electrical hookups and limited shower access; large RVs should check site dimensions and expect tight turns; bring necessary water/gear and be prepared for variable cell coverage.

Camper Quotes

Beautiful beach and great fishing!; None of the campsites have electricity.; Showers are a mile or more from each of the 4 different campgrounds.; Dump station. Fantastic park employees. Scenic &...
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Last updated February 17, 2026
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