Contact Information
McCarthy Beach State Park
7622 McCarthy Beach RdSide Lake, MN 55781
(218) 274-7200
(Phone)
(866) 857-2757
(Toll Free)
From the town of Hibbing, take U.S. Highway 169 north to County Road 5, then 16 miles to the park.
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A water-recreation enthusiasts' haven! Sturgeon Lake chain (4 lakes) plus Side Lake, Pickerel Lake, Beatrice Lake, and other small lakes provide endless opportunities for swimming, boating, fishing and sailing. Picnic tables, fire rings, and picnic shelter on Sturgeon Lake. 18 miles hiking trails, 16 miles horseback and mountain bike, and 12 miles of snowmobile trails. The park is also the midpoint of the Taconite State Trail.
Dates
Park permits: $35 annual, $26 second vehicle, $12 handicapped, or $7 daily. Camping fees are separate.Book an online reservation 24 hours a day.
Phone reservations can be made by calling 866-857-2757 (TTY: 952-936-4008) Apr–Sep, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. D
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Seasonality
- Open in fall
- Open in winter
- Open in summer
On-Site Facilities & Services
- Located on a lake or river
On-Site Recreation
- Bike trail
- Canoes or kayaks available
- Cross-country ski trail (groomed)
- Fishing boats available
- Hiking trail
- Lake/river access (boat ramp)
- Snowmobile trail (groomed)
- Swimming beach
Green Practices
- Eco-friendly purchasing practices
- Energy efficiency/conservation
- Waste reduction/reuse/recycling
- Water conservation/wastewater management plan
Attraction Attributes
- Can accommodate groups of 45 or more
Number/Type of Campsites
- Number of tent or RV/trailer sites: 86
- Number of tent-only sites: 3
- Total number of campsites: 89
Campground Features
- Camping accessible to people with disabilities
- Electric
- Flush toilets in campground
- Group camp facilities
- Hot showers in campground
- Pets allowed in campsite
- Sanitary dump station
- Secluded campsites
Campground Type
- State Parks Campgrounds
Length of Stay
- Daily site rental