Pokegama Dam Campground

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Campground · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview Pokegama Dam Campground (USACE) is situated in the heart of northern Minnesota's lake country next to the Mississippi River. Popular activities include boating, fishing, picnicking and wildlife viewing. Recreation The Mississippi River offers great opportunities for boating and fishing. Anglers will find Walleye, Northern Pike, Blue gills, sunfish, Large and Small mouth Bass among other species. Birders enjoy viewing Bald eagles, loons, ducks, geese and many other species from the banks of the park. Facilities The campground, pronounced "po-KEG-uh-muh," offers 19 electric back in sites, two primitive tent-only sites (non-electric) and one day-use picnic shealter with electric. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station, boat ramp, playground and a fish cleaning station. Natural Features A forest of mixed hardwoods and towering red pines cover… Getting there: From Grand Rapids, Minnesota, take Highway 2 west for 2 miles, turn left at signs and follow to campground. Phone: 218-326-6128 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233588 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Ranger Megan