Renting Bluewater
Create your own family get-away. Year-round rental available.
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Family Camp
Location: Camp Bluewater, 37508 Bluewater Rd, Grand Rapids, MN (map)
Travel north to our destination camp, Camp Bluewater – one of the clearest, most blue lakes in Minnesota! Our staff will lead a variety of nature-based and team-building activities in a flexible and relaxed schedule so your family can decide how to best spend your time.
Activities (for all skill levels) include: canoeing, archery, outdoor cooking, fishing, and swimming. During the evenings join us for stories and s’mores around the campfire overlooking the lake.
- Meals provided
- Bring the whole family – all ages
- Transportation from Excelsior location available (limited space)
View photos from past Family Camp
Lodging Options
Bluewater Lodge: modern lodge with 6 bunk rooms (one family per room), commercial kitchen, fireplace, lounge area
- Private Family room
- Shared Family room
Tent Camping: use facilities in the Lodge
* children ages infant – 2 years old free.
WHAT TO BRING:
Pillow & Sleeping Bag or Bed Linens (twin)
Shower/Beach Towels & Toiletries
Proper footwear and clothing for the weather, don’t forget swimsuits!
Flashlight
Water bottles
Insect Repellent & Sunscreen
Games (indoor/outdoor) to share
Tent (optional)
Life jackets for ages 3 and under
Crib (if needed)
Relaxation aids – books, lawn chairs, hammocks, lawn games
LEAVE AT HOME:
Not permitted: alcohol, fireworks, weapons, illegal substances, motor boats
PLEASE NOTE: guests are responsible for their medications.
TRANSPORTATION:
Families can meet us at Camp Bluewater or caravan with us from our Excelsior property (please let us know if you plan to caravan!). Need a ride? We have limited space for carpool – just $30 per family. Add this option during online registration.
Take this time to unplug! Wifi is not available and cell phone coverage is limited at the camp. Guests may, of course, go into Grand Rapids for wifi as needed.
This is a substance-free event – no alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, e-cigarettes, etc.
Address:
37508 Bluewater Road, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 (google map)
About:
Surrounded by the tall pines of the Chippewa National Forest, Bluewater visitors experience the serene beauty of the Northwoods. Our seven-acre camp is located on Bluewater Lake, just 20 minutes north of Grand Rapids, MN. The lake is largely undeveloped with an amazing 20-foot water clarity and a sandy rock bottom. Wildlife sightings of loons, deer, bald eagles and great blue heron are plentiful, and be sure to keep an eye out on hikes for wild strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. Make Bluewater your next outdoor getaway!
Groups enjoy exclusive use of the property, including recreational equipment: board games, basketball hoop, volleyball net, sports equipment, canoes with life jackets and paddles and access to hiking trails.
Bluewater Lake is part of the Wabana Chain of Lakes, perfect for a day of exploration, which takes you to the historic Joyce Estate. The Wabana Chain also provides excellent fishing, including lake trout, walleye, largemouth and smallmouth bass, northern pike, crappie, perch, bluegill and sunfish.
Please register for the waitlist if the session is full; we will notify you ASAP if space becomes available. Cancellation must be received in writing 30 days prior to camp session to receive a full refund. Cancellations received fewer than 30 days before camp will only be refunded if we are able to fill your camper’s spot through the waitlist. Please notify Camp Fire Minnesota of cancellations at 612-235-7284 or info@campfiremn.org.