Shingobee - NCT W50
USFS · Camping Area · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Camping Area
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 47.0382, -94.6290
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Nestled along the rolling hills of the Shingobee River Valley, the Shingobee Recreation Area provides a variety of summer and winter activities. The area offers 6 miles of trails for hiking, hunting, birdwatching, and cross-country skiing in the heart of Minnesota's Northwoods. A sliding hill and a weekend warming chalet are also available for winter fun.
From the USFS.
Is Shingobee - NCT W50 free?
Yes. Shingobee - NCT W50 is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Shingobee - NCT W50?
From Walker, Minnesota Head east on Minnesota Ave W toward 8th St 85 ft Turn right at the 1st cross street onto MN-34 W/8th St/Lake Country Scenic Byway Continue to follow MN-34 W/Lake Country Scenic Byway
Nearby
- W68 Big Bass Lake. Dispersed Site2.9 mi
- W90 Dispersed Camping Site6.2 mi
- W71 Diamond Lake. Dispersed Site8.7 mi
- W53 Gut Lake . Dispersed Site9.8 mi
- STONY POINT10.6 mi
- Stony Point Recreation Area10.7 mi
- SOUTH PIKE BAY20.2 mi
- South Pike Bay Recreation Area20.2 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
