Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233472
When Cross Lake Recreation Area reopens
Cross Lake Recreation Area's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
42
Openings · last 90 days
307
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dTuesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 74 of 307 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Tuesday (24.1%), with Thursday (51) and Monday (49) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 16:00 and 19:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 54 of 307 detected openings (17.6%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Central Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 7 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 3–18 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 121 | 17 | 5.5% |
| 027 | 13 | 4.2% |
| 022 | 9 | 2.9% |
| 062 | 8 | 2.6% |
| 069 | 8 | 2.6% |
Site 121 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 17. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · May 1 – May 3, 2027 · of 122 monitored sites
Of the 366 tracked site-nights (May 1 – May 3, 2027): 337 open for online reservation · 29 reserved.
Where the open windows are
7.9% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 337 of 366 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
May 1 – May 3, 2027Not open online7.9%
Open site-nights337 / 366
Reserved (of online inventory)29 / 366
Weekday openings113
Weekend openings224
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 113 fall on weekdays and 224 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
May 2027 – May 2027May holds the most room. 337 of 366 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 122 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 3 |
| 002 | 3 |
| 003 | 3 |
| 004 | 3 |
| 005 | 3 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts May 1, 2027. That is about 180 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before May 1, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-nights shown on this page describe May 1, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
Stays and site detail
337 open site-nights across 113 sites at Cross Lake Recreation Area, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 112 2-night, 112 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest May 1, 2027 at site 001.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 100 ft. 120 sites take 25 ft, 119 sites take 35 ft, 117 sites take 40 ft.
Showing 60 of 113 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 75 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 002 | 58 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 003 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 004 | 80 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 005 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 006 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 007 | 80 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 008 | 62 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 009 | 80 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 010 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 011 | 90 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 012 | 50 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 013 | 54 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 014 | 58 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 015 | 75 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 016 | 52 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 017 | 40 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 018 | 35 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 019 | 24 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 020 | 22 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 021 | 60 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 023 | 64 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 024 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 025 | 80 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 028 | 68 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 029 | 52 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 030 | 100 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 031 | 58 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 032 | 100 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 033 | 58 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 034 | 75 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 035 | 46 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 036 | 64 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 037 | 26 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 038 | 100 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 039 | 36 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 040 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 041 | 69 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 042 | 58 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 043 | 60 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 044 | 73 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 045 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 046 | 71 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 048 | 90 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 049 | 100 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 052 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 053 | 88 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 054 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 056 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 058 | 97 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 059 | 62 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 060 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 061 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 062 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 063 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 064 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 065 | 73 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 066 | 85 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 067 | 56 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 068 | 100 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
About Cross Lake Recreation Area
Overview
In Central Minnesota's popular lakes area, the Cross Lake Recreation Area is best known for its picturesque sunsets, beautiful beaches and well-maintained campsites. The campground provides a full menu of activities for camping enthusiasts, while being located just minutes from shopping and paved bike trails. For a virtual tour go to: http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/headwaters/tour.html
Recreation
The recreation area provides plenty of water based entertainment like boating, canoeing, kayaking, water skiing and fishing. Two onsite beaches are convenient for swimming and sunbathing. Two accessible fishing piers provide angling opportunities on both Cross Lake and the Pine River.
Facilities
The sizable campground has 122 campsites including 97 with electric hookups. Additional amenities include two accessible hot shower facilities, a boat ramp, playground, floating docks for boat parking, 2 picnic shelters, a dump station and accessible fishing piers.
Natural Features
Cross Lake Recreation Area is nestled among tall pines on the eastern banks of Cross Lake on the Whitefish Chain of Lakes. The area has tremendous appeal, with access to 13 natural lakes, 13,660 acres of water and 119 miles of scenic shoreline. The collection of lakes help form the Headwaters of the Mississippi River.
Nearby Attractions
The Recreation Area is located adjacent to the city of Crosslake and is just a short walk from shopping and a paved bike trail. It's also near the Crow Wing State Park where visitors can view the Mississippi River from the historic "Chippewa Lookout."
122 monitored sitesRVs up to 100 ft98 with hookups122 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 8
Getting there
From Brainerd, Minnesota on Highway 25, turn right on County Road 3 and travel north to Crosslake, Minn. The campground entrance is to the left, at the intersection of County Roads 3 and 66.
35507 County Rd 66, Po Box 36, Crosslake, MN 56442-0036651-290-5793
BikingBoatingCampingCanoeingFishingInterpretive ProgramsPicnickingSwimmingVisitor Center
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Cross Lake Recreation Area?
Reservations for Cross Lake Recreation Area are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 337 of 366 tracked site-nights are open (92.1%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 307 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 16:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Cross Lake Recreation Area?
Campsite Sniper detected 307 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at Cross Lake Recreation Area?
Tuesday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 74 of 307 (24.1%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Cross Lake Recreation Area?
112 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts May 1, 2027 at site 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Cross Lake Recreation Area fit a 35-foot RV?
119 of the 122 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 100 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Cross Lake Recreation Area?
May 2027, with 337 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 366.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Cross Lake Recreation Area?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 7 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 3-18 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at Cross Lake Recreation Area?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Cross Lake Recreation Area begins May 1, 2027 — about 180 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before May 1, 2027.
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