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NRSO |
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Stony Point is located on the southwest shore of beautiful Leech Lake, in the heart of Minnesota's Chippewa National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, canoeing, fishing and birding opportunities. |
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From Walker, Minn., take Highway 200 east 6 miles to County Road 13. Go north 3 miles on County Road 13 to Forest Road 3793, then east 2.5 miles on FR 3793 to the campground. |
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The campground offers several sites with electric hookups, and one walk-to tent site without hookups. Flush and vault toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station are provided. |
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STONY POINT |
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70211 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70211&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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There is a maximum of two camping units allowed per site; an additional fee will be collected at the campground for the second camping unit Click here for more information on the Chippewa National Forest Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information. |
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The very popular tourist town of Walker, Minnesota is located approximately 14 miles west of the campground, with a variety of restaurants, shops and festivals available there throughout the year. |
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| orientationDescription |
The campground is situated on the banks of Leech Lake in an open, grassy area, surrounded by an old growth forest of oak, elm, maple and ash trees. Some trees are over 200 years old. Leech Lake is the third-largest lake in the state, with nearly 200 miles of shoreline. Campers commonly hear the telltale call of loons on the water. |
| recreationDescription |
Boating, canoeing and fishing are very popular activities enjoyed by visitors to the campground. Anglers will find walleye, perch, bass, northern pike and muskie, where every cast has the potential to yield a trophy-sized catch. A boat ramp and docks are located within the campground. Miles of scenic hiking trails meander around Leech Lake, including the Paul Bunyon State Trail, Heartland Trail, Soo Line Trail and North Country National Scenic Trail. |