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Becker's Resort & Campground

Experience rustic waterfront cabins with full kitchens, pool, and boat rentals at Becker's Resort & Campground near Chippewa National Forest in Bena, MN.

17048 Wild Rice Dr NW, Bena, MN 56626, United States View on map
9.4/10
Exceptional Based on 151 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Pool
What recent guests emphasize

Exceptional hospitality and rustic comfort by the water

Recent visitors highlight the resort’s clean, spacious cabins, attentive owners, and excellent fishing opportunities along the Mississippi River. The peaceful setting and family-friendly amenities attract a range of travelers looking for a relaxed, nature-focused stay.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, accommodating owners who go above and beyond to ensure a great stay
  • Clean, updated cabins with well-equipped kitchens and comfortable sleeping arrangements
  • Excellent fishing experiences, including guided trips and fish cleaning services
  • Helpful staff assisting with boat rentals, dock services, and guest needs
  • Family-friendly environment with a pool, playground, and recreational options for kids

Worth knowing

  • Wi-Fi is limited to the lodge area, with little to no cell phone reception in cabins
  • The resort does not have an on-site restaurant or fitness center
  • Boat usage policies and night fishing conditions are well managed by the owners
  • Ice fishing equipment and shelters are basic but effectively warm and comfortable
  • The rustic setting offers simplicity rather than luxury, appealing to outdoors enthusiasts

Best for

  • Fishing enthusiasts seeking guided trips and convenient fish cleaning
  • Families looking for a laid-back vacation spot with kid-friendly amenities
  • Travelers wanting a waterfront experience in a natural, forested environment
  • Guests who appreciate personalized service and hands-on owners
  • Visitors planning multi-day stays aiming to relax and engage in outdoor activities
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About this property

Welcome to Becker's Resort & Campground

Becker's Resort & Campground is a rustic waterfront retreat located on the Mississippi River within the Chippewa National Forest, about 30 miles east of Bemidji, Minnesota. The property offers cabin accommodations featuring full kitchens, ideal for guests looking for self-sufficient stays in a natural setting. Visitors appreciate the simplicity and comfort of the cabins, which include modern updates such as quality mattresses and clean interiors.

The resort provides amenities suited to outdoor enthusiasts, including a pool and boat rental service with covered boat slips. While there is no on-site restaurant or fitness center, free Wi-Fi is available primarily in the lodge area, with guests noting limited reception and connectivity in the cabins. Ample free parking is offered for those traveling with RVs or camping gear, reflecting the location’s multi-use nature as a campground and RV park.

Outdoor activities nearby include fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing within Chippewa National Forest and local lakes like Cass Lake and Kitchi Lake, all highly rated by previous visitors. The property is particularly favored for fishing, with guest reviews highlighting the helpfulness of staff in arranging guides, providing fishing gear, and assisting with fish cleaning. The family-friendly atmosphere is complemented by facilities such as a pool and playground.

Guest feedback frequently praises the attentive and accommodating owners, who often go beyond standard service to enhance the experience, whether by assisting with boat handling or delivering meals during ice fishing trips. However, some visitors mention connectivity issues, which might be a consideration for those requiring strong cell service. Overall, Becker's Resort & Campground suits travelers seeking a relaxed, outdoors-focused vacation with a strong emphasis on fishing and nature-based activities.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Pool

Not available at this property

Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

PD
Pegi Davis Apr 15, 2026
10

Stayed two nights and wish we'd planned for a few more days. Awesome friendly owners and staff. Arranged a fishing guide, provided all gear and even cleaned our catch - five perch, two walleye and a huge northern pike. What a great treasure on Lake Winnie! Glad our son-in-law recommended it!

MH
Michael Halliday Mar 30, 2026
10

We stayed in a cabin and rented a day shack for ice fishing. Cabin was great. Lots of room, 2 bathrooms, kitchen filled with whatever items you need. Ice shack was basic but was very warm despite -30 temperatures. Owners came on checked on us each day to see how things were going and if there was anything else they could do to make our stay better. Would definitely go back.

ST
Stef Tresco Mar 08, 2026
10

We have been going to Becker's Resort for our family vacation the same week every year for over 30 years. Every year the owners do something to improve the resort. Great Fishing for the kids and adults, pool and playground for the children, and laid back atmosphere for all to enjoy. This is a gem in northern Minnesota that everyone will love!

BS
Brock Swanson Feb 24, 2026
10

Stayed here for the first time, 5 guys for ice fishing. Cabins were great - updated, clean and very comfortable. Tom was great with information, truly wants everyone to enjoy their time. We had a couple guys head to cabin for a couple hours during the day, they ran into Tom and he wound up delivering some food from the cabin to those who were still in the ice fishing house. Won’t find many owners doing things like that. We will definitely be back!

NJ
Neil Jansssen Feb 21, 2026
10

I planned a family vacation for a week at a neighboring resort just a bit down river and closer to Lake Winnibigoshish from Becker’s. When I got to the resort the owner was rude and informed me that he had taken all the lights off his boats because he did not want guests out on the lake after 8. This wasn’t disclosed on the website and was frustrating because in years past I had visited Becker’s and fished at night for walleyes. After driving 8 hours and feeling very disappointed I decided to call an audible and reach out to Tom and Jess at Becker’s. I ended up staying the week of August 22 2020 with them and rented a pontoon. They were excellent hosts. Not only was I able to night fish but Tom had added lights to the buoy’s to make the river easier to navigate after dark. The cabins were exceptionally clean and the boat attendants helped out the entire week with docking the pontoon boat. They even helped me clean fish when they had extra time. I really felt that the resort was very well run and that the owners went out of their way to make our trip a memorable one in a great way! I am already planning next years getaway back to Becker’s and can’t wait. It has been a while since I went somewhere and experienced the world class service that I have at Becker’s! Thanks to all the staff. I hope the fishing next year is as great as it was this year!

GS
Gary Schulz Feb 10, 2026
10

Awesome mattresses on their beds for a great night sleep. Cabins are clean and updated.

AP
Ashley Pieri Feb 07, 2026
10

Everything about this resort is the very definition of inclusive. They have everything you could ever need on site. From the very reasonably priced wood, to the bait for the fisherman in your life, and all the way down to the awesome heated pool and ice cream for the kids I only have good things to say about Becker's Resort and Campground. However, even with that being said and all the great recreational possibilities, the best part is still how kind, understanding, and accommodating the owners are. They go above and beyond for their guests, and the customer service is nothing short of impressive. If you're looking for a new family tradition, this is a great place to start. I'm already planning our trip next year!!!

VR
Veronica Roberts Jan 13, 2026
10

My family and I had a wonderful time here. Our cabin was very clean and nice. Staff was very friendly and helpful. You get a covered boat slip with a cabin rental and the dock boy was very helpful with all of our needs including cleaning our fish!!! The location was great. The resort was clean. The fishing was great!! Had plenty of fish to take home. The one and only thing that could have been better, according to my teenage son, was better cell phone service and WiFi. We had no reception in our cabin and only the lodge has wifi.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Becker's Resort & Campground

Bena, Minnesota, USA

Set on the Mississippi River, this simple, waterfront resort in the Chippewa National Forest is 30.6 miles east from Bemidji.

  • Bemidji Regional Airport 38 min Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Minnesota. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Chippewa National Forest 434 reviews

Chippewa National Forest

200 Ash Ave NW, Cass Lake, MN 56633, United States

4.7 · National Forest
Cass Lake 29 reviews

Cass Lake

Minnesota, USA

4.6 · Lake
Kitchi Lake 8 reviews

Kitchi Lake

Minnesota, USA

5 · Lake
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