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Snake River County Park Campground

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Snake River County Park Campground, near Pine City, Minnesota, is a charming little spot that offers a rustic camping experience right by the beautiful Snake River. With well-spaced sites, it’s perfect for those looking to unwind in nature, and you can even gather firewood from the surrounding forest for your campfire.

The campground features clean toilets and picnic tables, making it a comfortable place to set up camp. Visitors have noted the nice shady spots that provide a bit of privacy, which is a big plus. One camper mentioned, “It’s a nice small campground, first come first served,” so be ready to snag your spot early.

For outdoor lovers, there are trails nearby that lead into the forest, though some have mentioned they can get a bit swampy. If fishing is on your agenda, the river is just a stone's throw away, although a few campers wished the water levels were higher for better catches. Keep an eye out for the local wildlife, as bears have been spotted in the area.

With a price tag of $17 a night, it’s an affordable getaway within a short drive from Minneapolis. Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, Snake River County Park Campground offers a peaceful retreat for a weekend of camping adventures.

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Location

Snake River County Park Campground is located in Minnesota

Directions

From Pine City take Co. Rd. 8 and 118 (E) 9 mi.; (N) 0.5 mi.

Coordinates

45.82200092 N
92.78000028 W

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The Jubilee Homestead

36 min away

Saint Croix State Forest Boulder Campground

1 hr 1 min away

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1 hr 16 min from Minneapolis
1 hr 38 min from Duluth
1 hr 44 min from St. Cloud
2 hrs 13 min from Eau Claire

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Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

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Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
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Toilets
Pets
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Daniel H.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 27, 2021

A nice place with well spaced campsites

State Forest Campground with some sites close to the shoreline of the Snake River. Firewood can be gathered from the forest. It's a nice small campground, first come first served. Medium sized class A 30' RV's can be used on these sites. Larger RVs would probably have a hard time getting around the road. Similar to St Croix State Forest Campground.

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Month of VisitOctober

Don C.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 8, 2021

A decent self service first come first served location.

This is a pretty nice little self service first come first served campground on the edge of Chengwatana State Forest. Clean toilets and nice shady spots, most of which are quite private. However, if it is peace and quiet your looking for, plan on using one of the hike in sites in the forest. My neighbours for the weekend were obnoxiously noisy with no or little respect for others in the camp ground. The trails into the forest were not well groomed after crossing the snake River and still quite swampy in July. $17:00 a night makes it an OK choice within 90 minutes of the Minneapolis.

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Month of VisitJune

Chrystina G.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 8, 2021

Raspberries everywhere!!

Beautiful site, wish the river was higher for fishing. Just a mile or so walk to the Saint Croix River. Camp grounds have restrooms, water (have to boil or purify it) Camp ground manager comes around and has firewood for sale. I'd say it was worth the price of $17/night. Watch out for bears though.

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Month of VisitJuly

Jeff S.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 30, 2018

Rustic, out of the way camp

Excellent car camping place. Rustic State forest campground right on the beautiful Snake River!

Month of VisitJuly

Kelli D.

Guide

Reviewed May. 2, 2018

Great spot

I love this spot, great camp spots and awesome adventures!

Month of VisitAugust

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Snake River Campground located in Minnesota?

Snake River County Park Campground is located on the banks of the Snake River in Pine City, Minnesota. The campground sits at the edge of Chengwatana State Forest and is just a mile or so walk from the Saint Croix River. Its riverside location makes it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy both the Snake and Saint Croix Rivers.

What is the relationship between Snake River Campground and Chengwatana State Forest?

Snake River County Park Campground is situated on the edge of Chengwatana State Forest. The campground serves as a convenient access point to the forest, allowing visitors to enjoy both the riverside camping experience and the broader recreational opportunities within the state forest. While the campground offers developed sites with some amenities, the surrounding forest also provides more remote hike-in camping options for those seeking greater solitude.

Are there photos available of Snake River Campground facilities?

Photos of Snake River Campground facilities can be found on the Pine County Parks website and various camping platforms including The Dyrt. These images typically showcase the campground's riverside location, shaded camping spots, and basic amenities like restroom facilities. Potential visitors can get a good visual sense of the campground's rustic nature, site privacy, and proximity to the Snake River before planning their trip.

Is there a map available for Snake River Campground?

While specific map availability isn't detailed, visitors can typically obtain maps of Snake River Campground through the Pine County Parks department or Minnesota DNR. As a state forest campground, basic site layouts and trail information should be available at the self-service station within the campground or through the forest service office. Contact the Chengwatana State Forest administration for the most current and detailed maps before your visit.

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