Right off Interstate 35 in Ellendale, Crystal Springs RV Resort runs from May through October and caters primarily to RV travelers passing through southern Minnesota or looking for a longer-term base. The campground sits adjacent to a small pond, with some waterfront sites available, and a walking path circles the water. Highway noise from I-35 is audible, particularly at night, though at least one reviewer considered it among the quieter stops on an extended trip.
Sites here are level, full-hookup, and accommodate rigs up to 90 feet, with both pull-through and back-in configurations. Water pressure runs around 45 psi. The campground provides WiFi, though the management's own materials note it handles email better than streaming. Verizon users report three bars of cell coverage. The property has a predominantly seasonal and permanent resident population, so transient campers share the grounds with long-term guests. Reservations are available and recommended, as the self-check-in process at the entrance gatehouse is straightforward when paperwork is ready on arrival.
The pond gives anglers and paddlers a reason to linger. Cleanliness comes up repeatedly across reviews, with the restrooms, laundry facilities, and grounds consistently described as well-maintained. Pets are welcome, and while there is no formal dog park, open walking areas are available. MickandKarla W. notes that "all sites (some are waterfront) are level and offer full hookups and free Wi-Fi." Nearby alternatives include Hope Oak Knoll Camp Ground to the north and Brookside Campgrounds to the east. Crystal Springs works best for RV travelers who prioritize clean facilities, reliable hookups, and a low-friction overnight or short-stay stop.
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Map & DirectionsCrystal Springs RV Resort is located in Minnesota near Hayward
Directions
From Jct of I-35 & SR-30 (Exit 26), E 200 ft on SR-30 to SW 35th Ave, S 0.1 mi (L)
Address
15649 Southwest 35th Avenue
Ellendale, MN 56026
Coordinates
43.86545053 N
93.27639075 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/27/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/27/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 46 min from Mankato, MN
- 49 min from Rochester, MN
- 1 hr 6 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 1 hr 50 min from La Crosse, WI







