High Island Creek Park, near Henderson, Minnesota, is a peaceful spot that invites you to unwind and connect with nature. With its scenic trails leading down to hidden creeks, visitors often describe it as a magical place where you can truly escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

This campground offers a rustic experience with fire pits and picnic tables, perfect for cozy evenings under the stars. Many campers appreciate the clean facilities, including a well-kept port-a-potty, and the overall tranquility of the area, making it a great choice for those seeking a quiet retreat. One visitor noted, “It was very peaceful and quiet...far enough from the highway that there was no noise or light pollution.”

For those who enjoy hiking, the surrounding landscape features beautiful trails that meander alongside the creek, providing a perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures. While the campground is remote, it’s conveniently located near charming small towns like Henderson and St. Peter, where you can explore local shops and eateries.

Some campers have mentioned that the sites can be close together, but the friendly atmosphere and the chance to meet fellow nature lovers add to the experience. Whether you're tent camping or bringing an RV, High Island Creek Park is a solid choice for a relaxing getaway in the heart of Minnesota's natural beauty.

Paper camping permits are no longer required by Sibley County. However, you must call the Sibley County Sheriff's Office at 507-237-4330 to obtain permission for overnight camping.

High Island Creek Park

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Henderson

The Best Camping Near Henderson, Minnesota

Nice clean campground very well maintained and free. Near Henderson, MN which is one of a kind small town well worth the visit for all. This is rustic with no hookups except very clean portapotty and hand lever water jack. Pick where to park in nice large grassy areas. A few areas are next to wild and deep ravines. Very nice large new play areas with slides for kids. Popular with a few horse trailers and riders on weekends because of COVID get to gather worries elsewhere. Friday morning before week end is best to get there in case of horse trailers to get nicer spot. Sometimes only a few campers are there. Call ahead to stay overnight so sheriff is aware. Not a lot of people know about it and is at end of long gravel road for peace and quiet. No problem for 5th wheels and tents both, pick your spot. Want to relax, chill out and visit your neighbors. This is worth the visit.

Quiet, clean and well maintained.

Beautiful trails leading you down the revenue to a gentle flowing creek. One of me and my hubbies favorite drop in campsites!!

Small secluded campground 

Remote camping circle with TONS of trails that go down the ravine and alongside the river!

One of our favorites !

Great spot with a clean port-a-potty, a comfortable grove of trees, fire pits, and peace! 

Peaceful & Safe

Gulley that a large creek runs through surrounded by trees and large forested hills. The entire park is surrounded by farms, nearby are some really nice Minnesota small towns like Henderson and the somewhat larger St. Peter (but still small town). I hiked in about 1/2 a mile and camped in the trees but they also have some clearings closer to the entrance, with grills, where you could easily set up. $10 suggested donation. Trash bins located all over which is good , but the wind seems to blow debris around here and there, and irresponsible people leave their beer cans/water bottles strewn about, so pick them up if you find them like I did. Website and signage on location recommends to call the sheriff's office to let them know you're camping there which I did and they were nice enough, but it's probably not the end of the world if you don't. Overall this was a pleasant spot, especially being the only camper there, so hope you all enjoy! Places like this are what I love about The Dyrt, I don't think I would have found this otherwise.

Nice spot 

I was late getting to my site due to being delayed by some bison in South Dakota, so I was racing the dark to set up my tent and start a fire. To my delight, I found that whoever was there before me had set up a nice bed of hay and kindling in the fire pit, which was very helpful! It was very peaceful and quiet...far enough from the highway that there was no noise or light pollution. The sheriff drove through once at night and once in the morning. I felt very safe.

Peaceful and quiet.

You’ll drive down what seems like could be a residential road, but the park is at the end of it and has some nice spots with fire pits, a playground for kids, and picnic tables. The sign says to call the sheriff to get permission to camp, but we got in a late and left early and didn’t call and had no trouble. It seemed like someone may have lived there in their camper and there was another family camping, but overall a really nice experience and the sunset was beautiful with the trees!

Pretty and quiet night

As previously stated, you need to follow up with the sheriif. They just want to know the duration of stay, people in the group, and vehicle information.
I'm winter camping during the warm spell here in MN, and it's pretty quiet. The area is muddy with the thaw, but that's to be expected. 
There's quite a number of spots that all have fire rings. A large 5th wheel might have a struggle with some of the spots depending on availability, but anything else should be fine.

Great park!

Very close to other campers, but no one bothered anyone. Dog didn’t go nuts, got a good spot. Would recommend. Tent camping on the way to Alaska and filled all needs. Has a Porta-shitter and trash. Decent spot, windy. 

Very close 

Good vibes it’s a magical place when u go hiking down the hill to the hidden creeks trails and absolute peace being one with nature..


Magical 

I'm spending three nights here.  I'm writing my review after my second day.  The campground is kept up very well.  It has garbage cans and porta pottys.  When I got here it was empty.  Nice open spots and a good amount of tree cover.

Virtually noises

I stayed four nights. I would have stayed longer but ran out of water. There isn't any potable water on site. During a hot day, I took my two dogs and we hiked to a nearby river. We cooled off and enjoyed the peace and quite. The only downside is no potable water and lots of mesquites.

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