Bimijiwan Recreation Area

About this site

Overview Knutson Dam Campground is located on the northeastern shores of Cass Lake and the Mississippi River. Recreation Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. Boat ramps on the lake and river are located within the campground. Canoeists love Knutson Dam's location for its easy canoe access to the Mississippi River. Several canoe routes traverse the area waterways, including the Mississippi. Facilities Cass Lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, water skiing and swimming. Anglers fish for walleye, northern pike, perch and trophy muskie. Boat ramps on the lake and river are located within the campground. Canoeists love Knutson Dam's location for its easy canoe access to the Mississippi River. Several canoe routes traverse the area waterways, including the Mississippi. Natural Features The campground consists of a single loop among beautifully manicured lawns, shaded by a forest of oak, spruce and pine. Every site affords scenic lake views. Additional Info: Bimijiwan Recreation Area, meaning "Flowing Water" in Ojibwe, is located where the Mississippi River exits Cass Lake in Chippewa National Forest. It offers 11 single-family campsites and 2 walk-to tent sites with picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, drinking water, and trash collection. Boat ramps provide access to Cass Lake and the Mississippi River. The site was formerly known as Knutson Dam Campground. Black bears are present; secure attractants in vehicles.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

40 feet

Contact

• 218-835-4291
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233145

Location

47.451111, -94.483333