Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Carmel, MN
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of northern Minnesota, near Carmel, outdoor enthusiasts will find a diverse array of camping options suited to all preferences. For RV campers, Carmel Campground offers convenient amenities and beautiful views of the nearby lakes, ensuring a comfortable experience amid nature. Tent campers can explore the tranquil surroundings of Itasca State Park, renowned for its towering pines and the headwaters of the Mississippi River, where designated camping areas provide the ideal setting for stargazing and wildlife encounters. For a more rustic experience, dispersed camping in the Chippewa National Forest allows adventurers to set up camp under the wide-open sky, surrounded by serene woodlands and vibrant wildlife. The region’s unique geography, featuring rolling hills, pristine lakes, and rich flora, enhances each camping experience with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. Whether you're rolling in with an RV, pitching a tent, or seeking solitude in a secluded site, Carmel, MN, is an ideal gateway for unforgettable outdoor adventures.

















Cut Foot Horse Campground is located in the Deer River Ranger District, Chippewa National Forest (2 hrs 4 min west of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,416 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites including 33 boat sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Deer Lake Campground is located in the Deer River Ranger District, Chippewa National Forest (2 hrs 12 min west of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,414 feet. There are a total of 30 campsites including 30 boat sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Mosomo Point Campground is located in the Deer River Ranger District, Chippewa National Forest (2 hrs 3 min west of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,337 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites including 22 boat sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Winnie Dam Campground is located in the Deer River Ranger District, Chippewa National Forest (1 hr 57 min west of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,324 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 104 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $24.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, floating sports.
Leech Lake Rec Area is located in the Walker Ranger District, Chippewa National Forest (2 hrs 9 min west of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,298 feet. There are a total of 78 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 73 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 48 and 141 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 5 sites have electric and water hookups. 69 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Pokegama Dam Campground in Itasca County is located 1 hr 29 min west of Duluth, MN with an elevation of 1,290 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 79 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 20 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, floating sports.
Cross Lake Rec Area in Crow Wing County is located 1 hr 41 min north of St. Cloud, MN with an elevation of 1,232 feet. There are a total of 122 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 116 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 12 sites have electric and water hookups. 86 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $36.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, floating sports.
Gull Lake Rec Area in Crow Wing County is located 1 hr 17 min north of St. Cloud, MN with an elevation of 1,209 feet. There are a total of 43 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 40 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 53 and 122 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 1 site has electric and water hookups. 40 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
West Ashtabula Crossing Campground in Barnes County is located 1 hr 11 min west of Fargo, ND with an elevation of 1,292 feet. There are a total of 30 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. 29 sites can accommodate RVs between 24 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 29 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include sewer hookup, dump station, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
East Ashtabula Crossing Campground in Barnes County is located 1 hr 11 min west of Fargo, ND with an elevation of 1,386 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. 30 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 84 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 30 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $52.00. Some amenities include shower, swimming. Activities include hiking trails.
Sandy Lake Campground in Aitkin County is located 1 hr 17 min west of Duluth, MN with an elevation of 1,237 feet. There are a total of 61 campsites including 1 cabin and 1 boating sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 51 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 4 sites have electric and water hookups. 53 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Eggerts Landing Campground in Barnes County is located 1 hr 10 min west of Fargo, ND with an elevation of 1,275 feet. There are a total of 40 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. 36 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 34 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 36 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Mel Rieman Rec Campground in Barnes County is located 1 hr 10 min west of Fargo, ND with an elevation of 1,373 feet. There are a total of 28 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. 20 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 21 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Whiteface Reservoir Campground is located in the Laurentian Ranger District, Superior National Forest (1 hr 6 min north of Duluth, MN) with an elevation of 1,481 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. 31 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 20 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $1,810.00. Some amenities include playground, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.