Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Also known as CCSRA, Cuyuna Country SRA
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- 47 campsitesAlso yurts
- Official site
- dnr.state.mn.us(218) 772-3690
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure Park alertAll mountain bike trails will be closed Nov. 6th-22nd for the annual deer hunting closure. The Yurts will also be closed November 6th-29th. View… (more)
All mountain bike trails will be closed Nov. 6th-22nd for the annual deer hunting closure. The Yurts will also be closed November 6th-29th. View Cuyuna Country's mountain bike trail regulations. updated September 11, 2026
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area is a recreation area in Crow Wing County, about 2 miles from Crosby.
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. Overnight options include 47 campsites across 4 camping areas, with RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, group camping, and showers. Roofed lodging includes yurts.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Office | Mon–Fri | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | — |
| Park | Bathrooms: Portsmouth Campground Shower Building is closed for the 2026 camping season. 1 vault toilet is available year-round and it is located next to the shower building. Dump station: Portsmouth Campground does not have a dump station, water fill station, water hook-ups or sewer hook-ups. The nearest dump station availability is in Lum Park in Brainerd, MN. Please plan ahead. Rentals: Seasonal rentals including bikes, kayaks and canoes are not available at this park. Private vendors in Crosby and Ironton provide a wide variety of rentals for our visitors. Buildings: PLEASE NOTE: The park office is located in the city of Ironton at 307 3rd Street, Ironton MN 56455. Our Passport Club Stamp is located at the park office, as well as park merchandise that include pins, patches, medallions, magnets and stickers. RVs: Portsmouth Campground does not have a dump station, water fill station, water hook-ups or sewer hook-ups for RVs. Please plan ahead. Water: Drinking water in the Miner's Mountain Rally Center and Sagamore Rally Center is turned off for the 2026 season. Water is available year-round at our yurts. Water fill-up for RVs is not available. Drinking water: Drinking water in the Miner's Mountain Rally Center and Sagamore Rally Center is turned off for the 2026 season. Drinking water is available year-round at our yurts. Water fill-up for RVs is not available. Campgrounds: Portsmouth Campground will close for the season on October 31st, 2026. Greer Lake and Clint Converse State Forest Campgrounds remain open year-round but entry roads and campsites are not plowed in the winter. Electric sites: Portsmouth Campground has 18 electric sites. Showers: Portsmouth Campground Shower Building is closed for the 2026 season. | ||
Official wording
Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For extended office hours please call ahead for staff availability.
Portsmouth Campground will close for the season on October 31st, 2026. Greer Lake and Clint Converse State Forest Campgrounds remain open year-round but entry roads and campsites are not plowed in the winter.
Bathrooms: Portsmouth Campground Shower Building is closed for the 2026 camping season. 1 vault toilet is available year-round and it is located next to the shower building. Dump station: Portsmouth Campground does not have a dump station, water fill station, water hook-ups or sewer hook-ups. The nearest dump station availability is in Lum Park in Brainerd, MN. Please plan ahead. Rentals: Seasonal rentals including bikes, kayaks and canoes are not available at this park. Private vendors in Crosby and Ironton provide a wide variety of rentals for our visitors. Buildings: PLEASE NOTE: The park office is located in the city of Ironton at 307 3rd Street, Ironton MN 56455. Our Passport Club Stamp is located at the park office, as well as park merchandise that include pins, patches, medallions, magnets and stickers. RVs: Portsmouth Campground does not have a dump station, water fill station, water hook-ups or sewer hook-ups for RVs. Please plan ahead. Water: Drinking water in the Miner's Mountain Rally Center and Sagamore Rally Center is turned off for the 2026 season. Water is available year-round at our yurts. Water fill-up for RVs is not available. Drinking water: Drinking water in the Miner's Mountain Rally Center and Sagamore Rally Center is turned off for the 2026 season. Drinking water is available year-round at our yurts. Water fill-up for RVs is not available. Campgrounds: Portsmouth Campground will close for the season on October 31st, 2026. Greer Lake and Clint Converse State Forest Campgrounds remain open year-round but entry roads and campsites are not plowed in the winter. Electric sites: Portsmouth Campground has 18 electric sites. Showers: Portsmouth Campground Shower Building is closed for the 2026 season.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Fees and passes
Per vehicle: a state park vehicle permit (one-day $7 or year-round $35) is required for every vehicle; same price for residents and nonresidents. Four free park days per year. Iron Range OHV SRA states 'There is no entrance fee'.
Statewide fee rule from Minnesota's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Minnesota park passes
- Year-round vehicle permit — $35. Unlimited visits to every Minnesota state park and recreation area for 12 months from the month of purchase Details
- One-day vehicle permit — $7. One day, one vehicle Details
- Additional year-round vehicle permit — $26. Additional vehicles owned by a year-round permit holder Details
- Year-round motorcycle permit — $30. Motorcycle, 12 months Details
- One-day group permit — $5. Group vehicles, one day Details
From the Minnesota state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Camping
- Required
- Booking system
- Reserve MN (US eDirect)
- Phone
- 866-857-2757
All Portsmouth campsites and yurts at this park are by reservation only.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: yurts or in the yurt camp area.
Pets are not allowed inside yurts or in the yurt camp area.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive-in Sites 29 sites - 18 electric, 15 non-electric — Portsmouth Campground is on the northwest shore of Portsmouth Mine Lake, and has both shaded and open/grassy sites.
Note for RVers: This park does not have a dump or fill station. The nearest one is in Brainerd. | 29 | Showers | — |
| Electric Sites 18 electric sites | 18 | ElectricShowers | — |
| Walk-in Sites Four sites | — | Showers | — |
| Group Camp Accommodates up to 25 people — Located in a wooded area a short distance from restrooms/showers, swimming beach and mountain bike trails. | — | Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Drive-in Sites — 29 sites - 18 electric, 15 non-electric: Portsmouth Campground is on the northwest shore of Portsmouth Mine Lake, and has both shaded and open/grassy sites.
Note for RVers: This park does not have a dump or fill station. The nearest one is in Brainerd.
Electric Sites — 18 electric sites
Walk-in Sites — Four sites
Group Camp — Accommodates up to 25 people: Located in a wooded area a short distance from restrooms/showers, swimming beach and mountain bike trails.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Yurt: 2 units
Yurt: Two yurts available year-round, located along Yawkey Mine Lake. Each yurt sleeps seven. No electricity. Open flames and cooking are not allowed inside the yurts. Pets are not allowed inside yurts or in the yurt camp area. Firewood for heat is provided at no charge in the winter. The Manganese yurt is partially shaded, while Silkstone is closer to water and restrooms. More information on yurts.
Regulations and details are emailed to yurt reservation holders. Please read the email and call the park office if you have questions.
Things to do
CampingFishingCanoeing and kayakingBikingMountain bikingSnorkeling and scubaPicnickingSwimmingBoating
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiking (summer) | — | — | There are no dedicated hiking trails in the park and we do not have a Hiking Club trail. Hikers may walk on the mountain bike trails, but watch out for cyclists - they have the right of way! Hikers may also walk on the paved Cuyuna Lakes State Trail, which wanders through the park.Hiking |
| Paved Bike (summer) | 8 mi | — | Eight miles, along the Cuyuna Lakes State TrailPaved Bike |
| Unpaved Bike (summer) | 50 mi | — | Over 50 miles — This park was designed around mountain biking! Learn more.Unpaved Bike |
| Other (winter) | 40 mi | — | 40 miles of groomed trail — Winter doesn't stop us! Packed trails are open for fat biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Winter hikers, please use the Cuyuna Lakes State Trail.Other |
Trail descriptions from the park
Summer — Hiking: There are no dedicated hiking trails in the park and we do not have a Hiking Club trail. Hikers may walk on the mountain bike trails, but watch out for cyclists - they have the right of way!
Hikers may also walk on the paved Cuyuna Lakes State Trail, which wanders through the park.
Summer — Paved Bike — Eight miles, along the Cuyuna Lakes State Trail
Summer — Unpaved Bike — Over 50 miles: This park was designed around mountain biking! Learn more.
Winter — Other — 40 miles of groomed trail: Winter doesn't stop us! Packed trails are open for fat biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Winter hikers, please use the Cuyuna Lakes State Trail.
Swimming
Swimming Beach — In Portsmouth Campground
Boating and paddling
Boat Access — Drive-in and carry-in
Boat Docks: Mahnomen, Sagamore, Pennington and Portsmouth Mine Lake public water accesses feature roll-in docks.
Canoe Access — Drive-in and carry-in
Fishing
Fishing — Trout: Most mine lakes in the park are stocked with trout and require a trout stamp to fish legally.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Group facilities
Water
- Swimming beach
- Marina or boat slips
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Group camping
Lodging
- Yurts
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 307 3rd Street
Ironton, MN 56455 - Nearest town
- Crosby — about 2 mi (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 46.4818, -93.9838
- Phone
- (218) 772-3690
- cuyuna.statepark@state.mn.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The recreation area is located near the communities of Crosby and Ironton. GPS coordinates: Office: N46 28.723' W93 58.597' Portsmouth Campground: N46 29.036' W93 59.563' Miner's Mountain Rally Center: N46 29.06' W93 59.563' Yurts: N46 29.977' W93 56.686'
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Minnesota State Parks and Trails — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- MN DNR A-Z list of state parks and recreation areas (park IDs in server-rendered <noscript> links) + state waysides page; details from the compass feature_detail JSON API used by park.html
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology