Boaters and anglers will find multiple access points at Cedar Hanson Co Park, a county-managed campground operating mid-May through mid-September on a lake surrounded by farmland. The property offers both drive-in RV sites with electric and water hookups and walk-in primitive options, including two shoreline sites accessible by short hike. Large grassy sites feature big trees overlooking the water, though the lake runs shallow and fishing performs best early in the season.
Campers can expect to hear train whistles but minimal road noise, with occasional farm odors depending on wind direction and site location. The facility includes restrooms with showers, though the shower areas lack floor mats. Sites come with large fire rings, park benches, and no reservations required—claim a spot then register at the self-service box. For additional camping options in the region, consider campgrounds around Mountain Lake. Firewood availability is typically limited to Friday and Saturday during busy periods.
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Map & DirectionsCedar Hanson Co Park is located in Minnesota near Mountain Lake
Coordinates
43.79600006 N
94.73500075 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/6/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/6/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 52 min from Mankato, MN
- 1 hr 35 min from Sioux Falls, SD
- 1 hr 57 min from Rochester, MN
- 2 hrs 1 min from Minneapolis, MN







