Cross Lake Day Use
Cross Lake Day Use is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Minnesota. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Minnesota
- Coordinates
- 46.66972, -94.10833
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Canoeing, Day Use Area, Fishing, Historic & Cultural Site, Kayaking, Picnicking, Swimming Site, Visitor Center
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 651-290-5793
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Cross Lake Day Use
Overview In Central Minnesota's popular lakes area, the Cross Lake Day Use has tremendous appeal for families and friends, with an array of activities and facilities perfect for a day outdoors. Recreation Swim or sunbathe at the beach, enjoy a meal at one of the numerous picnic sites, or for larger groups, reserve one of two group picnic shelters. Shore fishing is popular both upstream and downstream of the dam on accessible fishing piers, and canoe access is available for exploring the Pine River downstream of the dam. Facilities The area offers two group picnic shelters. The #1 shelter is located upstream of the dam and is smaller than the #2 shelter which is located downstream of the dam, along the Pine River. Canoe access is available along both shores of the Pine River downstream from the dam. A swimming beach and two accessible fishing piers are available within a short walk of the parking area. Other facilities include a playground, restrooms and parking facilities for up to 50 vehicles. Natural Features Surrounded by tall pines on the eastern bank of Cross Lake, the Day Use Area provides an ideal location to explore and enjoy the Whitefish Chain of Lakes, boasting 13,660 acres of water and 119 miles of scenic shoreline. Nearby Attractions The city of Crosslake is located within walking distance from the Day Use Area where you will find local shopping, a paved walking and biking trail and numerous other activities within town.
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- Rock Lake Campground Drinking Water · 24 mi
- Propane
- Lakes Gas Company · 15 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Lake Recreation Area | Army Corps of Engineers campground | under 0.1 mi | — | Full hookups |
| US Army Corps of Engineers Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | $36 | — |
| Cuyuna Scout Camp | Private campground | 3.9 mi | — | — |
| Greer Lake Campground | Private campground | 4.2 mi | $14 | — |
| Pine River Bike CG - DNR | Private campground | 13 mi | — | — |
| Pine River Bike CG - DNR | Private campground | 14 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.