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Sunset Pines MN

Mike and Loellen discovered Ruttger’s Camping Resort in the winter of 2005 while driving around the area and scanning websites for trailers. We bought a trailer on a seasonal site and have thoroughly enjoyed our summers here ever since! Our sons grew up on the lake, boating and fishing and exploring the area and we have developed a wonderful lake-family. We have watched Bill and Candy Ruttger build the resort into the beautiful property that it is today and feel privileged to have the opportunity to now share it with you. Under our new ownership and with a new name, Sunset Pines MN in January 2023, we are eager to carry on the legacy created by our friends and mentors. We welcome you to enjoy our piece of “Up North” Minnesota lake-life with your family and friends, and don’t forget to enjoy a sunset or two! Mike & Loellen

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Palisade On Mississippi River

4 tent spots located 1.5 miles east of Palisade, MN on the Mississippi River.  2000' of river bank.

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Scenic Great River Road (RR)

MRT - Mississippi River Trail

Long Lake Conservation Camp

15 minute downstream canoe trip to Palisade.  New Orleans is 69 days by Kayak. 

Wold's Ferry Crossing, which 5 miles north on RR (9 miles by river).  Has a trailer parking and boat ramps. 

On North Soo Line ATV access to 400+ miles of trail. 9 miles by trail to McGregor Gravel Pit Training and Track ATV area.

Velkommen to Norske Camp!

I bought this land near Pine River in August 2018. I wanted to have my own hunting land and something that was close to town and trails. A property that had a potential of multi-recreational use for people to enjoy while visiting. There are about 40 acres of county land surrounding three sides of the property. The main trail on my land goes thru the majority of the county land and loops back connecting to my main trail again. 

R&R Mille Lacs

Learn more about this land:     R&R Mille Lacs offers a private channel lake lot on beautiful Mille Lacs! The site will have a pull through driveway with 2 RV spots with electricity and water on a gravel pad. The gravel drive through is big enough for 1 more RV but there are no hookups. $60 per RV per night. (So if your group brings 3 RVs it totals to $180.00 per night. Tents are also allowed.  There is one dump station as you pull out.     The site also has a private dock to put your boat or other water toys on. With just a short boat ride through the channel you can be out fishing on the mighty Mille Lacs in minutes. There are no waves to worry about in the channel so just tying up to the dock is nice and easy. With the calm waters it is a great place to use your kayak or paddle board, or just some fishing off the dock. There will be a four person paddle boat available for guests, you must bring your own lifejackets for any water activities.  There are also atv or mountain bike trails just feet away from the site. There is a fire pit on site with free split firewood.     We are located 5 minutes south of Garrison, and 5 minutes north of Grand Casino Mille Lacs, and right across the road from Northwood Hills golf course with Charlie’s Bar & Grill.      To launch your boat there are public water accesses to the north and south or there is a private launch near the mouth of the channel. It has a new cement ramp. To use the ramp you have a one time payment of $10.00.

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Pine Center Atv/Utv trails leaving from R&R.

Country Camping

Learn more about this land:This is a great area for camping and we can't wait to host you! I will add more about this site later on. We have lots of space and an open area great for travelers.

Harvest Loon Camp

📌Update: Cabin now complete with an indoor shower and toilet.  

❄Cabin is now available year-round. 

🌲 Picturesque lakeshore property located on 24 acres, with almost 2,000 feet of lake access right in front of the cabin.

⛵Lake public access is located at the end of the cabin driveway. 

Kayaking State Land surrounds Harvest Loon Camp for peace and relaxation.

🏕 Serene, peaceful and unrivaled privacy. Water sports and trails for hiking and quads make Harvest Loon Camp the perfect spot to relaxation and fun.

😊Radiant heat, wood stove, air conditioning and fans. 

🔥Wood available for use with woodstove and campfires. 

🛌 Campers WILL NEED to provide own bedding, (pillows, linens, blankets) for twin bunk, twin daybed and trundle and queen sized bed depending on sleeping needs. 

Also bring your own towels. 

🍳 Kitchen has antique pots, pans, utensils, coffeepot, microwave, toaster, stove and refrigerator for your use.

🌟 Gorgeous furnished porch to watch wildlife. Grocery store within 5 miles.

🦆 This location is also perfect for horseback riding.

Plenty of firewood is available for your stay.

The kitchen has lots of room to prepare a meal.

The screened in porch is a great spot to hang out and has it's own large picnic table. The perfect place to share a meal with friends.

Warming up by the fire as the sun goes down.

A hot drink by the campfire is the perfect way to end the day here.

Highly recommend bringing battery powered lights to brighten up the cabin and make it extra cozy!

You'll be stunned by the view the first time you approach the cabin.

Instructions, a game generously gifted from a previous guest, and the guestbook are on the dining table in the cabin.

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