State Parks Near Bemidji, Minnesota

3 state park units lie within 50 miles of Bemidji. The closest is Lake Bemidji State Park, about 4 mi northeast of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Lake Bemidji State Park4 mi northeast
Within 25 miles
3of 3 within 50 mi
With camping
32 with cabins
Dog-friendly
3pets allowed

State parks near Bemidji, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Bemidji; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Lake Bemidji State Park

    4 miles northeast · Bemidji, Minnesota · State Park

    Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, and fishing. The official site lists about 28 miles of trails. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a fishing pier.

    3 alerts143 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingFishingBoatingAccessible features

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  2. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

    16 miles southwest · Solway, Minnesota · State Recreation Area

    Things to do include winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier.

    4 alerts39 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoatingAccessible features

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  3. Itasca State Park

    23 miles southwest · Park Rapids, Minnesota · State Park

    Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier.

    2 alerts405 campsitesDogs allowedSwimmingFishingBoatingAccessible features

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Bemidji

  1. Lake Bemidji State Park 4 mi northeast · 143 campsites
  2. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area 16 mi southwest · 39 campsites
  3. Itasca State Park 23 mi southwest · 405 campsites

Cabins and lodging near Bemidji

  1. Lake Bemidji State Park 4 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area 16 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays

Dog-friendly state parks near Bemidji

  1. Lake Bemidji State Park 4 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
  2. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area 16 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
  3. Itasca State Park 23 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules

Swimming near Bemidji

  1. Lake Bemidji State Park 4 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area 16 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Itasca State Park 23 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Bemidji

  1. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area 16 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed

Fishing near Bemidji

  1. Lake Bemidji State Park 4 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  2. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area 16 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  3. Itasca State Park 23 mi southwest · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Bemidji

What is the closest state park to Bemidji?

Lake Bemidji State Park is the closest, about 4 miles northeast of Bemidji in a straight line. Next are La Salle Lake State Recreation Area and Itasca State Park.

How many state parks are near Bemidji?

3 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Bemidji have camping?

3 parks list camping, the nearest being Lake Bemidji State Park, La Salle Lake State Recreation Area and Itasca State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Bemidji?

Yes, at 3 parks, including Lake Bemidji State Park, La Salle Lake State Recreation Area and Itasca State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.

Are there free state parks near Bemidji?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.