{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park

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A building with a wooden exterior, a black door, and a concrete entrance area.
A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden desk with a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A bedroom with a bed, a brown leather sofa, wooden panel walls, and a window with a view of trees.
A wooden sign with the text "Itasca State Park" outlined in yellow.
A black leather sofa in a room with wooden flooring and large windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

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Shevlin, MN
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Itasca
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower
Price is avg per night

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{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park

Located less than a 1/4 mile from the North Entrance of Itasca State Park. This is Unit 4 of Big Timbers (there are 4 attached units in total). Stay here to enjoy all the amenities that Itasca State Park has to offer! Not only will you be able to enjoy Itasca State Park, Big Timbers is located approximately 30 miles from Bagley, Bemidji, and Park Rapids. This is the perfect location for your next stay!

Please see our other listings:

NEW LISTING! 1902 Cabin: https://www.vrbo.com/3782110

Unit 1: https://www.vrbo.com/2823826?unitId=3395838&childrenCount=0&noDates=true&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:vrbo:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=2823826&oc=5uaL5yqTirLpNDMD4zYW_

Unit 2: https://www.vrbo.com/2832331?unitId=3404344&childrenCount=0&noDates=true&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:vrbo:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=2832331&oc=Yae9uyfNxeX6JlDqcWJP7

Unit 3: https://www.vrbo.com/2832675?unitId=3404688&childrenCount=0&noDates=true&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=earned:vrbo:sharecopylink:USA&utm_content=2832675&oc=s7gzNzcpkUIEsBa3oqofJ

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2832733vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is {Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at {Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at {Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at {Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is {Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mississippi River, Lake Itasca and Itasca State Park. Mississippi Headwaters is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

{Big Timbers} Lodging next to North Entrance of Itasca State Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and located just outside Itasca State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to stay to use Itasca State Park and so many surrounding lakes. The lodge was just right and Christine was so kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My third time staying here, love it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Big Timbers. It was a great home base for exploring Itasca State Park & the surrounding area. The unit was clean & comfortable. Having ice cream across the parking lot was a huge bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great space if you’re looking for something near Itasca.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and comfortable room at a great location. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in. Clean room. Easy and close access to Itasca State Park (North entrance).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was our 4th time at Big Timber, We love this place, we love its spirit. Spent entire day in Itasca state park again. Had a bite at Lobo's and Knob&Kettle's. Will come back in 2027 for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cabin was absolutely perfect. Very Clean and location to the north entrance of the park was perfect. We will be staying here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful 3 days. Everything was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place! Very nice! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Great location, clean simple motel/cabin like place to stay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute clean little cabin. It was the perfect location next to itasca state park down the road and 30 minutes from Bemidji. I'd definitely come bacn here when visiting in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean. Location is great and right outside of north entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room and the location. The view from our back window was beautiful and our bed was super comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very close to North Entrance to Park. Shiny new rooms with extremely comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visit Big Timber every year. Somehow we always get the same room (which we love). Love this place and owners. Will come back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location,location,location

Perfect place to stay for Itasca State Park and Headwaters of the Mississippi. So clean and so quiet. We were pleased with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Timbers is a wonderful place and an ideal location to stay at for exploring Itasca Statr Park. The property is super clean and well maintained. The host provided excellent instructions, amenities and communication throughout our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite and clean.

Love staying at Big Timber it's close to the park and it's very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good localization, clean, cozy, fully equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Motel!

This motel was conveniently located just across the highway from the north entrance of Itasca State Park. The room was spacious, clean, and adorably decorated. The owner was friendly and kind. My 12 year old son and I had a wonderful stay. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location near the Itasca State Park. Plenty of amenities which also included shampoo, body wash, kpods, and much more! Will definitely come back with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and adorable little cabin

Trip to Itasca State Park and Walker MN to hike and bike. Great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

Perfect location for visiting Itasca StatePark
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023