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Maple Springs Campground

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Reservations are available at Maple Springs Campground in Preston, Minnesota, and the owner Andy has a reputation for responding promptly to emails and questions before arrival. Sites run $35 per night during the season, which spans mid-April through mid-October. Full hookups including electric, water, and sewer are available for RVs up to 50 feet, along with a dump station on-site. Walk-in tent sites are also an option for those arriving without a vehicle.

The campground sits along the Root River, and the water is audible from many sites. Tent sites toward the back of the property have minimal light pollution. John C. notes that "out in the tent sites there was very little light, which made star gazing amazing." The shower house is a converted farmhouse near the office, and Steve S. describes it as having "very clean showers and bathroom near office." WiFi is available but reviewers consistently note it weakens at the far end of the property, and Verizon cell service is unreliable without a booster.

Activities on and near the property include fly fishing on a small trout stream at the edge of the grounds, floating the Root River, hayrides, and a movie night in an old barn. The campground also accommodates horses, with high ties, gravel pads, and water and electric at the equestrian sites. Forestville Mystery Cave State Park Campground is about a mile away, giving access to hiking trails and the nearby state park. Gravel riding and fly fishing draw repeat visitors to the area.

A few practical notes: some sites in the 100s section have tight maneuvering room, requiring campers to back down the road to park. After heavy rain, standing water can collect on grass sites. The campground has a small general store, firewood for sale, loaner extension cords and water hoses for sites with longer distances to hookups, a dog park, and a volleyball court. Nearby alternatives include Schmidt Farm by Forestville and Valley View Campground for those planning a longer stay in the region with camping near Preston as a base.

Maple Springs tends to draw a mix of families, equestrian groups, and motorcycle tourers, and the midweek atmosphere runs noticeably quieter than weekends. If you're planning a trip through southeastern Minnesota's bluff country, it's worth checking site availability early.

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Map & DirectionsMaple Springs Campground is located in Minnesota near Preston

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Directions

From jct US 52 & Hwy 16: Go 8 mi W on Hwy 16, then 4 mi S on CR 5, then 1-1/2 mi E on Twp 118.

Address

21606 Co. 118
Preston, MN 55965

Coordinates

43.63423524 N
92.23844418 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Reservations

+15073522056

Drive Time

38 min from Rochester, MN
1 hr 18 min from La Crosse, WI
1 hr 24 min from Waterloo, IA
2 hrs 10 min from Eau Claire, WI

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Reviews11 Camper Reviews - Maple Springs Campground

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Campers regularly cited Andy's outstanding hospitality, quiet riverside setting, and quality facilities including unique barn activities. Most found sites spacious with good amenities, though wet weather can create muddy conditions.

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Doug G.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 18, 2025

Maple Springs Campground

These people are wonderful and accomodating.

Site32

Month of VisitMay

Steve S.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 11, 2024

WiFi intermittent

WiFi intermittent At far end of campgrounds. Very clean showers and bathroom near office

Sitena

Month of VisitJuly

Jennifer O.

Guide

Reviewed May. 29, 2023

Great Campground close to State Park

Really nice campground. Well maintained and level sites. Had a river to walk along and playground and animals for kids to enjoy. Staff were really nice and helpful. They had (free) loaner electric cords and water hoses for the sites that had a longer distance to go to the box/spigot. The state park was just down the road with great hiking.

Month of VisitMay

JOSEPH M.

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 19, 2021

Eden

We stayed here for the month of august, and this place is awesome! Beautiful spaces of various size, a river runs next to it and they have duck races. Dog park, small general store, backs up to a national park, close to town, immaculately maintained, volley ball court, lots of shade trees, easy access, and Andy(owner/operator) is the nicest person you’ll ever want to meet. For those so inclined there’s church service on Sunday in an old (cool looking!) barn! Fire pits at every spot. There is WiFi there, but little to no phone service unless you have a cell booster. 5/5 will definitely be back!

Site46

Month of VisitAugust

joleen

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 18, 2021

Clean, friendly, with a trout stream running past

Well maintained trails, lovely hosts & amenities. Not like any other campground.

Site103

Month of VisitOctober

ANDY C.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 7, 2021

Pretty good.

Overall a nice place. It was very wet, standing water in the grass from lots of rain. Spot 105. Not much room between sites there and had to back turn around and back down the road to park. Memorial wknd, they had a very nice pot luck lunch and pork chops on a stick, all free and great food. Shower house is a quaint old farm house, it was very nice. General store and firewood. Dump station was in odd spot, if it were busy it wouldn't be good. Overall a nice time.

Site105

Month of VisitSeptember

Todd W.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 17, 2021

Peaceful spot in the valley

We stayed here for a week in June to start our trip around the country and it was a great place to start our camping experience! The owner/host does a great job and is extremely helpful. Plenty to do in the area... we floated down the root river for about 3 hours and had a great time. The campground had everything we needed including a great little trout stream on the edge of the property, a hayride, movie for the family in the old red barn, and a church service in that same barn on Sunday. We will look forward to camping there again in the future!!

Month of VisitJune

Jen M.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 2, 2020

Wonderful gem near Forestville state park

Some girlfriends and I wanted to stay at the camp for the weekend and have a place to social distance ourselves. We rented the horse camp sites and we couldn't have been happier. The sites have water and electric. There are high ties for the horses. The sites have a nice gravel pad with a picnic table and fire ring at each site. There is also a dump station that we were able to use before we left on Sunday. None of us had been at this campground before and love trying new places. We are endurance riders so we are used to early nights and up at dawn for riding. This camp was so nice and quiet! We had a nice fire after dinner listening to the water and birds. There were families with children, couples of all ages and well behaved dogs everywhere! The owner Andy as so gracious answering our many emails and questions. He went the extra mile at every turn. We can't thank him and his employee(who's name I sadly can't remember) we're just absolute delights! We will absolutely be back. And we will always check here first to see if their horse sites are open before checking the state camp. It's a very short road ride to the park trails and the campground and their amenities are first rate. I can't wait to return!!!

Site110

Month of VisitMay

John C.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 10, 2019

Peaceful and beautiful

I arrived midweek around 8:00 PM and the office was closed. I was tent camping on motorcycle and easily found my site way back on the property. Andy came out to my site in the morning to say hi and ask if anything was needed. He definitley cares about the people staying here. With the gravel roads and very soft grass site, it was easy to manuver a large bike. Out in the tent sites there was very little light, which made star gazing amazing. If it wasn't for the store and well done shower room I would have thought I was in the wilderness especially in the tent area. Great place for quiet midweek, not sure what the weekend is like. The only reason it is not 5 stars is from my site I had to walk out to the field for wifi reception. With no Verizon cell service, not sure if others did, I needed to comunicate with family.

John Carpentier Coon Rapids, MN

Roni J.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 5, 2019

Good place to stop

Sites are decent size, drove in and got a site, no reservation.

Kim H.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 3, 2018

Quiet Mosquito Free Campground

Quiet and mosquito free campground on the root river in beautiful SE MN. Near Forestville State Park and great gravel riding. Free WiFi. Hiking Trails. Fly fishing. Did I mention to mosquitoes!

Site21

Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

What do customer reviews say about Maple Springs Campground?

Maple Springs Campground receives consistently positive feedback for its well-maintained grounds, level sites, and clean facilities. Campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere and highlight the beautiful location along the Root River in southeastern Minnesota. The campground is praised for being relatively mosquito-free, which enhances the outdoor experience. Many mention the helpful and accommodating staff, particularly the owner who goes out of his way to assist guests. Visitors enjoy the variety of recreational activities available, including gravel riding, hiking trails, and river floating. The campground's proximity to Forestville State Park is also noted as a plus.

What facilities and amenities are available at Maple Springs Campground in Preston, MN?

Maple Springs Campground offers a variety of amenities including water and electric hookups, free WiFi (though it can be intermittent at the far end of the campground), clean showers and bathrooms near the office, and a small general store. The property features hiking trails, a playground for children, a dog park, and a volleyball court. The campground is situated along the Root River, providing opportunities for fly fishing and activities like duck races. There are plenty of shade trees throughout the property, and the campground backs up to a national park, offering additional recreational options.

Can I bring an RV to Maple Springs Campground?

Yes, Maple Springs Campground accommodates RVs with sites that have water and electric hookups. The campground offers level sites of various sizes that are well-maintained, and some have gravel pads. The staff provides helpful assistance, including loaner electric cords and water hoses for sites where utility connections are farther away. Some sites may require specific backing maneuvers due to layout, so larger rigs should consider calling ahead to ensure appropriate placement. Overall, the campground is RV-friendly with amenities that support comfortable stays.

Are there photos of Maple Springs Campground to view before booking?

Yes, photos of Maple Springs Campground are available to view before booking. The campground's official website likely features images of the various sites, facilities, and surrounding natural features including the Root River and hiking trails. Additionally, many camping websites and platforms showcase user-submitted photos that provide realistic views of the campground's layout, amenities, and scenic surroundings. For the most current visual representation, contacting the campground directly may yield additional photos to help with your planning.

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