Cuyuna Country

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Abandoned by mining companies more than 30 years ago, this area of former mining pits and rock deposit stockpiles now boasts regenerated vegetation and clear lakes that draw a wide range of recreation enthusiasts. Twenty-five miles of natural shoreline can be explored by boat or canoe and anglers can cast a line for trout, northern, bass, crappie, or sunfish.

As one of Minnesota's newest State Recreation Areas, Cuyuna's 5,000 acres are mostly undeveloped. Off-highway vehicles are not permitted within the boundaries of Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area.

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Visitor Alert!

Portsmouth Campground is now closed for the season. You can still enjoy park activities throughout the winter!

Park Notes

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Firewood restrictions information:

Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Complete information and lists of vendors and locations where approved firewood is available are posted on the DNR Web site.
More information Vendor List

Portsmouth Campground Update:

Camping is now closed for the season at the Portsmouth Campground.
Camping is available at Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area at the Portsmouth Campground. There are 17 single sites, available first-come, first-serve, and one group camp reservable online.
The campground is located on the northwest shore of the Portsmouth Mine Pit Lake (352 feet deep).

Forestry Campgrounds and Day-Use Areas:

Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area also manages two DNR Forestry Campgrounds and one Day-Use Area. These facilities include the Clint Converse Campground in Land O'Lakes State Forest and Greer Lake Campground and Pelican Beach Day-Use Area in Crow Wing State Forest. Camping is first-come, first-serve. The cost per site is $12/night.
For information, contact Cuyuna State Recreation Area at 218-546-5926.