Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Park Rapids, MN
Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of northern Minnesota, Park Rapids offers a diverse array of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. For RV campers, the beautifully maintained Itasca State Park Campground features spacious sites equipped with full hookups and easy access to the legendary Headwaters of the Mississippi River, making it a prime spot for both adventure and relaxation. Tent campers can immerse themselves in nature at Minnie Lake Campground, where wooded sites provide a serene atmosphere just steps away from pristine fishing and swimming opportunities. Beyond traditional campgrounds, adventurous souls can explore dispersed camping along the remote shores of the Chippewa National Forest, ideal for those seeking solitude among towering pines and crystal-clear lakes. The local geography boasts a unique combination of glacial lakes, lush forests, and rolling hills, with scenic trails perfect for hiking, biking, and wildlife observation. With a vibrant outdoors community and numerous recreational activities year-round, Park Rapids is a camping paradise waiting to be explored.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hartford Beach Campground is part of Hartford Beach State Park in South Dakota (1 hr 51 min south of Moorhead, MN) with an elevation of 1,089 feet. There are a total of 87 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 84 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 85 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $55.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, playground, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, 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.
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.
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.
Roy Lake West Campground is part of Roy Lake State Park in South Dakota (1 hr 41 min southwest of Fargo, ND) with an elevation of 1,801 feet. There are a total of 66 campsites including 9 cabins. The campground is open all year. 48 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 42 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 50 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, boat ramp, swimming, fish cleaning station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
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.
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