Knutson Dam Campground, Blackduck, MN

Knutson Dam Campground is located in the Blackduck Ranger District of the Chippewa National Forest (2 hrs 35 min east of Moorhead, MN) with an elevation of 1,305 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of September. 11 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. There is a fee of $16.00 per night.

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Campsite Reviews (23)

3.3 out of 5

5 star		9%
4 star		30%
3 star		17%
2 star		9%
1 star		17%

@KeithM6446150 · Camped on Jul 3, 2024 at Campsite #11

This campground used to be a beautiful and relaxing place with the grass mowed and brush and limbs kept in check. The breezes from the lake kept the biting insects at a minimum, now with a few narrow trails poorly mowed and the brush and small trees taking over the campground the biting flies and mosquitoes were horrendous. My family used to camp here often in the 80's, 90's and early 2000"s and always enjoyed our time here, not so much since the forestry service has not been taking care of it like they used to. I talked to a few campers during our time here and they were as disappointed as we were.

@PeterM4881533 · Camped on Jun 25, 2024 at Campsite #7

This campground has the potential to be a jewel in the Chippewa National Forest crown. Unfortunately the powers that be have decided that a more natural look was to their presence. The campground is left in a natural state with grass almost 3 feet tall, except right where you pitch your tent or park your camper. There are some paths mowed to the out house and picnic area. The rest of the campground is waste deep grass , attracting mosquitoes and ticks. It is unsightly at best. I spoke with several forest service employees and all exclaimed the same dismay. There was no campground host, apparently it is tough to keep one there. I sure wish they would do something about it. I love to recommend it to other people, but not in its current condition.

@SkipRDFDEEFD4B · Camped on May 21, 2024 at Campsite #5

Nice, clean campground. Fish were caught off the fishing pier. It's too bad it rain both days I was there. (Can't hold that against the campground)

@TaffetaEAD8DFD · Camped on Jul 2, 2023 at Campsite #4

Beginning week of July was the peak for mosquitos. Be sure to walk on the Cass Lake trail to see the small but pleasant sandy beach.

@KristaS5270174 · Camped on Jun 2, 2023 at Campsite #7

They have stopped mowing the grass out there, as we were told by the park rangers. The mosquitos were so bad, we had to pack up and leave. This was our third summer in a row camping here and unfortunately, probably our last, unless they start mowing again.

@tessaf4648879 · Camped on May 26, 2023 at Campsite #2

Place is not kept up like it use to be. Long grass which leads to many more bugs and snakes. Also stray dogs coming in and destroying our campsite. Don’t recommend staying here. Sure miss how it side to be kept up.

@DawnJ3505124 · Camped on Aug 19, 2022 at Campsite #5

Campground not completely mowed.

@LindaC3432477 · Camped on Jul 4, 2022 at Campsite #3

I’m not understanding why the entire place isn’t being mowed anymore? Driving up, it doesn’t have the appeal factor it used to and the long grass makes for more mosquitoes, bugs and snakes.

@scotts8955128 · Camped on Jun 26, 2022 at Campsite #9

Always enjoy this camp ground. BUT...this year the upkeep of the grounds is terrible...as in minimum MOWING !!! Is the Gov. to cheap to alot fuel for mowing or campground host too lazy. Do better...2 out of 5 stars

@MatthewB318226 · Camped on Jun 19, 2022 at Campsite #7

Tons of mosquitoes in the morning and evening. Tons of biting flies during the middle of the day. Plentiful ticks in the grass. No fish caught from the dock. Shells that cut my kids' feet at the beach. Cursed camping site. 0/5

@MatthewB318226 · Camped on Jun 18, 2022 at Campsite #8

@MichaelaM35812 · Camped on Sep 4, 2021 at Campsite #4

Had a great time at this campground. We had campsite number 4. This campsite had lots of space and a little path right to the river. We brought our kayaks and paddled around the camp area and the dam. The dam is pretty and is a fun thing to do at the campground. The only complaint I have is that one of the campsites decided to cut down a tree in the campsite at 8:00am! Definitely not cool, there is a gas station about 7 min away that sells dnr approved wood. Otherwise I had a great time. Would definitely go again!

@MichaelaM108 · Camped on Sep 4, 2021 at Campsite #4

@BenjaminA82598 · Camped on Aug 20, 2021 at Campsite #4

Spacious sites and beautiful beach. Nice fishing peer with a variety of fish species and the potential for a lunker.

@BenjaminA995 · Camped on Aug 20, 2021 at Campsite #4

Spacious sites and beautiful beach. Nice fishing peer with a variety of fish species and the potential for a lunker.

@JoeM497 · Camped on Jul 28, 2020 at Campsite #4

Cell service wasn't as good as anticipated, but if you walk around the quaint and intimate park then you'll find service. Very well maintained, clean bathrooms, and private camping areas with great beach/lake access!

@JoeM4444950 · Camped on Jul 28, 2020 at Campsite #4

@DavidC293 · Camped on Aug 8, 2019 at Campsite #7

A very nice place to boondock. Very clean.

@WilliamB498 · Camped on Aug 6, 2019 at Campsite #11

Very nice grandson liked it a lot. would be nice if people would not walk threw your camp sight.

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