Bear Head Lake State Park in Minnesota is beyond gorgeous! This park was a highlight of the entire trip during July. Northern Minnesota was such a unique place and I wasn’t expecting to be taken aback by the beauty. There were many times in the park I thought I was living in a LL Bean magazine. Kayaking, fishing, hikes, and tall trees were an environment I’ve never enjoyed. It was really breathtaking honestly. You should go see this national favorite state park!
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Pros
- Gorgeous solitude
- Many outdoor activities like fishing
- Lots of camping options
Cons
- Close campsites
- Very busy
Things to Do at Bear Head Lake State Park Minnesota
The state park’s main attraction is the 600-acre lake on the southern portion of the park. Boating, canoeing, and kayaking are very popular evening activities on that lake. There are several trails that track along the lake for high views of the lake. Norberg Lake Loop Trail is a very popular 3-mile loop from the trail center parking lot. The campground is also a large element in the park. There are several rows and bathrooms for this very large campground.
There are several amenities for boating and fishing. There’s a fish cleaning shack. Plenty of space for boating on the lake is available. The campsite and park are really centered around the lake and boating activities. Several people in the campground did talk about visiting neighboring lakes all around northern Minnesota and the Boundary Water area.
Around the Area
The state park is located in northern Minnesota. It’s near Ely, MN, Superior National Forest, and the Boundary Water Canoe Wilderness. There’s so much to do in the nearby vicinity and plenty of people travel to those areas from the state park.
There are also hunting opportunities in the surrounding state and national forests. Lake Vermilion is another major attraction near the park. There’s ample fishing, swimming, and camping around that lake too.
Area Hospital
Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital is one option and is located here. Here are the emergency room services. Make sure you investigate options for your specific needs.
Area Veternarian
The nearest vet is located here. This place seems to have normal business hours. The nearest emergency services are located in Virginia, here. Here are the services offered.
Bear Head Lake State Park Rankings
Bathrooms
Modern bathrooms and showers in the campground. They were maintained and clean.
Campsite
The campsites are well maintained but they are close. I didn’t have any noise issues while I was there and the people were friendly. There are also cabin and tent options too.
Activities
The park has more than enough to fill up a long weekend with swimming, fishing, canoeing, boating, and hiking.
Location
The state park and local area are full of surprises and opportunities to explore! Go see the national forest and boundary waters. You won’t regret it.
Visible Cell Service by Verizon
I had one bar in the campsite and could call and text but not much more.
Conclusion
Bear Head Lake State Park is a must-see park! It’s in a unique place and well placed to be a stepping stone to other exciting parks and destinations or stay for a long weekend at the park itself. Bear Head is something that you or your family will forget anytime soon after stopping there and exploring. So get moving to the great north!
Yes, dogs are allowed in most outdoor places but are not allowed in park buildings and cabins. Please see the official website for more specifics.
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