About McCarthy Beach State Park
McCarthy Beach State Park is a campground in Side Lake, Minnesota. It has 107 campsites. It is listed as open all year. Full hookups (electric, water and sewer) are listed. The phone number on file is 218-254-7979. A listing with more details is on camping-usa.com.
Nearby trails and campgrounds
The closest trails in our directory are Iron Range OHV Trails (moderate, 25 miles), Iron Range OHV (moderate, 29 miles) and Boundary Waters Forest Roads (easy, 58 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: Owen Lake Campground (17 miles), Lost Lake Campground (17 miles) and Larson Lake Campground (19 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.
- Iron Range OHV Trails (25 miles, straight-line)
- Iron Range OHV (29 miles, straight-line)
- Boundary Waters Forest Roads (58 miles, straight-line)
- Owen Lake Campground (17 miles, straight-line)
- Lost Lake Campground (17 miles, straight-line)
- Larson Lake Campground (19 miles, straight-line)
Frequently asked questions
Where is McCarthy Beach State Park?
McCarthy Beach State Park is a campground in Side Lake, Minnesota.
How many campsites does McCarthy Beach State Park have?
McCarthy Beach State Park has 107 campsites in our listing.
Is McCarthy Beach State Park open all year?
Yes. McCarthy Beach State Park is listed as open all year.
Does McCarthy Beach State Park have full hookups?
Yes. Full hookups (electric, water and sewer) are listed.
What is the phone number for McCarthy Beach State Park?
The phone number on file is 218-254-7979.
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Location
Side Lake, Minnesota 55781
GPS Coordinates: 47.67001, -93.03272
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Iron Range OHV Trails

Iron Range OHV
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Booking Tips
- Open year-round, winter sites may have limited amenities
- Book early for weekend and holiday availability
- Confirm pet policies and vehicle length limits before arriving
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