Leech Lake Rec Area
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About Leech Lake Rec Area
Leech Lake Rec Area is a national park campground at Mississippi River Headwaters - Leech Lake in Cass County, Minnesota. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Leech Lake Rec Area 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.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 141 ft. Campers rate it 4.6/5 across 165 reviews.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 364 · 2024: 414 · 2025: 410
Location
Address
Federal Dam, Minnesota
Coordinates
47.2447, -94.2308
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •August sees 573 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Leech Lake Rec Area FAQ
How far in advance should I book Leech Lake Rec Area?
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 Leech Lake Rec Area?
August typically sees the highest reservation activity at Leech Lake Rec Area. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Leech Lake Rec Area right now?
Leech Lake Rec Area 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 Leech Lake Rec Area located?
Leech Lake Rec Area is located in Mississippi River Headwaters - Leech Lake, near Federal Dam, Minnesota.
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