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NRSO |
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In Central Minnesota's popular lakes area, the Crosslake Recreation Area is best known for its picturesque sunsets, beautiful beaches and well-maintained campsites. Also known as the Ronald L. Cloutier Recreation Area, the campground provides a full menu of activities for camping enthusiasts. click here for a virtual tour. |
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From Brainerd, Minnesota on Highway 25, turn right on County Road 3 and travel northto Crosslake, Minn. The campground entrance is to the left, directly acrossfrom the intersection with County Roads 3 and 66. |
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The sizable campground has 121 campsites including 91 with electric hookups. Additional amenities include two accessible hot shower facilities, two boat ramps, a pay phone, several playground areas, boat beaching, 2 picnic shelters, dump stations and accessible fishing docks. |
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Cross Lake Recreation Area |
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73141 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=73141&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Firewood restrictions are in effect to prevent the spread of invasive insects and disease; http://dontmovefirewood.org/ Click here for more information Limit two tents per site, or one wheeled unit and one tent Campsite #7 at Cross Lake Recreation Area has limited space to accommodate vehicles or trailers. There is an eight foot wide opening between two trees at the entrance to the campsite. Any vehicles or trailers wider than eight feet will not fit in this campsite. Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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Crosslake is just ten minutes from shopping and a paved bike trail. It's also near the Crow Wing State Park where visitors can view the Mississippi River from the historic "Chippewa Lookout." |
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Crosslake is nestled among tall pines on the eastern banks of Cross Lake. The area has tremendous appeal, with access to 13 natural lakes, 13,660 acres of water and 119 miles of scenic shoreline. The collection of lakes stem from the Mississippi River. |
| recreationDescription |
The recreation area provides lots of water entertainment like boating, water skiing and fishing. Two onsite beaches are convenient for swimming and sunbathing. |