Mabel Lake Campground Reservations

Chippewa National Forest

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Mabel Lake Campground quick facts

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Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 10 sites.
Location: Chippewa National Forest.

As of November 2026, Mabel Lake Campground is a campground in Chippewa National Forest with 10 campsites. Mabel Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Mabel Lake Campground is located at 47.0498° N, 94.0719° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Mabel Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

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Published by Recreation.gov for Mabel Lake Campground, read on November 11, 2026.

Campsites at Mabel Lake Campground

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RV 10

All sites at Mabel Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Mabel Lake loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
01	RV	8
04	RV	8
05	RV	8
06	RV	8
09	RV	8
11	RV	8
14	RV	8
16	RV	8
17	RV	8
18	RV	8

About Mabel Lake Campground

Overview

This location is available via reservation and first-come, first-serve basis, depending on the campsite. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a first-come, first-serve site. Reservable sites may be booked up to 6 months in advance. Reservations cannot be made same day or within 4 days of the intended arrival date.

Rules and notices at Mabel Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Mabel Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Northern Minnesota is home to black bears. Campers must keep coolers and other bear attractants locked inside hard-sided campers or in vehicles when not attended, including overnight. Black bears are present and active within the campground area. Feeding any wildlife, including hanging bird feeders, is strictly prohibited.

NEW FOR 2025: Chippewa National Forest Campground Food Storage Order

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Mabel Lake Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Mabel Lake Campground?

Campsites at Mabel Lake Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Mabel Lake Campground?

Campgrounds near Mabel Lake Campground include Leech Lake Rec Area, Schoolcraft State Park Group Camp, Schoolcraft State Park Schoolcraft Campground and Stony Point Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Mabel Lake Campground?

Mabel Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Mabel Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Mabel Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Mabel Lake Campground have?

Mabel Lake Campground has 10 campsites.