Gull Lake Recreation Area

East Gull Lake, Minnesota · 1,201 ft · In Mississippi River Headwaters - Gull Lake

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At a glance

6 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026

Price per night: $32recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
Sites: 43From recreation.gov's site list · Oct 2026
Hookups: PartialElectric 50 amp, water, no sewerFrom recreation.gov · Aug 2026
Elevation: 1,201 ft (366 m)1,201 ft366 m
Pets: Allowed
Big rigs: Yes
Season: Not yet known
Cell signal: Not yet known

Sites43

Gull Lake Recreation Area lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.

Site	Type	Longest rig	People
01	Standard	66 ft	8
02	Standard	61 ft	8
03	Standard	55 ft	8
04	Standard	59 ft	8
05	Standard	105 ft	8
06	Standard	78 ft	8
07	Standard	110 ft	8
08	Standard	89 ft	8
09	Standard	62 ft	8
10	Standard	79 ft	8

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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.

Amenities

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Campfires allowed

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About

Overview

Gull Lake Recreation Area offers something for everyone with boating, hiking, fishing and swimming at Minnesota's famous Gull Lake, the largest of the 10 lakes on the Gull Chain of Lakes. Visitors have the opportunity to see and hear an abundance of watchable wildlife like bald eagles, white-tailed deer, river otters, a variety of songbirds, and the legendary call of the loon.

Recreation

Anglers will delight in the large population of fish including stocked walleye, northern pike, bass and a variety of panfish. Boaters can access crystal clear waters throughout the chain of lakes and enjoy the peaceful sunsets overlooking the woods. Hit the self-guided interpretive trail for a short hike with wildlife watching and scenic overlooks along the lake. Hop on your bike on the City of East Gull Lake's paved multi-use trail that starts by the dam, or head out to join up with the Paul Bunyan State Trail with trailheads located in Baxter and Nisswa. Got a kayak, canoe, or intertube? Try heading down the Gull River from the lower canoe launch. Ask the Park Rangers about river safety with current water flow and check-out a life jacket before you go.

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