Campground Jay Cooke State Park

49 reviews

780 MN-210, Carlton, MN 55718, USA
+1 218-673-7000
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Hours

Monday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Campground Jay Cooke State Park Introduce

Campground Jay Cooke State Park offers a fantastic outdoor experience for campers and nature enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in Minnesota's beautiful landscapes. Nestled along the St. Louis River, this state park provides a mix of peaceful camping opportunities and vibrant recreational activities. Whether you're pitching a tent or bringing an RV, Campground Jay Cooke State Park ensures there's something for everyone, blending natural beauty with modern amenities.

One of the standout features of Campground Jay Cooke State Park is its diverse array of campsites. The park caters to both tent campers and those with larger vehicles, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors. Many sites offer a good balance of privacy and accessibility, allowing guests to enjoy nature while still being close to essential facilities. However, it's important to choose a site carefully, as some are better suited for tents rather than large RVs.

For those looking to explore the great outdoors, the park boasts an extensive network of hiking trails that wind through scenic riverfront areas. These trails provide opportunities for adventure and wildlife observation, making them ideal for both experienced hikers and families with children. Additionally, visitors can enjoy kayaking on the St. Louis River, adding a water-based dimension to their outdoor activities.

Convenience and comfort are key at Campground Jay Cooke State Park, which offers solar-powered phone charging stations to keep guests connected while they disconnect from daily life. The park's restrooms and showers are consistently praised for being clean, ensuring that visitors can maintain their personal hygiene without feeling out of place in nature.

Throughout the day, the park hosts various events and activities designed to engage its visitors. These include guided hikes, educational programs, and interpretive workshops, making it a great destination for families and groups looking to learn more about the local ecosystem and history.

Location: 780 MN-210, Carlton, MN 55718
Open Hours: Daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Facilities: Clean restrooms and showers, solar-powered phone charging stations
Activities: Hiking, kayaking, events, and guided tours

Campground Jay Cooke State Park is a haven for nature lovers, offering a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. Its commitment to providing quality amenities while preserving the natural environment makes it a top choice for camping trips in northern Minnesota.

Customer Feedback:

"Very nice campground. Plenty of hiking trails along the river. Most campsites are fairly private. Some sites only accommodate tents, so choose wisely." - Visitor Review
"Great State Park with clean facilities and helpful signs guiding visitors to their spots. Activities include kayaking and guided events throughout the day." - Visitor Review

Experience the beauty of Minnesota at Campground Jay Cooke State Park, where nature and recreation come together seamlessly.

Location

Minnesota Carlton County Carlton Minnesota 210

Customer Reviews

4.0

49 reviews

Christopher Haynes

Oct 07, 2024

Very nice campground. Plenty of hiking trails along the river. Most campsites are fairly private. But choose site wisely. Not all sites will accommodate a large camper. Some are designed only for tents. There is a neat solar powered phone charging station.( See picture)

frank irv

Sep 02, 2024

Very nice State Park in Minnesota. Lots of signs to guide you to your spot and dump station. Sites are a tossup between level and needing blocks to level your rv. Washrooms and showers are clean and you don’t feel grungy using them! Plenty of activities to do, hiking the trails, kayaking and they put on several events through the day.

Markus Wessman

Aug 14, 2022

Jay Cooke State Park is absolutely gorgeous. We camped here with a large group of extended family spread over 6 campsites. Every day we gathered at a campsite and all were quick walks. The cabins are very nice, and the bathrooms/shower house were also very nice. The bathrooms also get deep cleaned every day. The trails stretch far and wide and are perfect for a morning run, although some are less developed than others. The swinging bridge and the surrounding trails/rocks are perfect for a half day activity.

Rachel Iverson

Sep 08, 2021

This park was wonderful. The staff was very helpful in both finding our camping spot and explaining all the ins and outs of the falls. We did the Carlton hike which took about 3.5 hours and 6 miles. The campsites themselves didn’t have water, but there is a fill station by the dump site. We stayed in the first loop, and they sites were slightly unlevel, but there was plenty of room and the trees offered a lot of privacy. The bathrooms were the best I have used at a campground, exceptionally clean and well cared for.

Samantha Simon

Jul 20, 2023

It was such a great experience camping here! First, the restrooms and showers are very nice and they have workers come out and do a deep clean everyday so they’re very clean. There’s also a dish washing station on the right side of the restroom facilities. They allow dogs and it’s a very dog friendly park, but make sure to always have your furry friend on a leash or tie out. The campground is right across the street from the visitor center and the swing bridge. They have potable water that is well labeled and very accessible across the campground. The park rangers were very friendly and even went around notifying everyone when a bad storm was coming in! Would absolutely come back to camp here again.