North Star
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About North Star
North Star is a national park campground at Chippewa National Forest in Itasca County, Minnesota. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Chippewa National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.
North Star is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.4/5 across 102 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Chippewa National Forest include Clubhouse Lake.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 2 · 2025: 2
Location
Address
Itasca County, Minnesota
Coordinates
47.5569, -93.6523
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •August sees 6 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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North Star FAQ
How far in advance should I book North Star ?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at North Star ?
August typically sees the highest reservation activity at North Star . During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at North Star right now?
North Star is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is North Star located?
North Star is located in Chippewa National Forest, Minnesota.
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