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Chester Woods Park

Fishing enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities at Chester Woods Park, where a man-made lake created from a dammed Bear Creek provides habitat for panfish, catfish, and bass. The county-managed campground operates from the third weekend in May through the second weekend in October, accommodating both tents and RVs up to 50 feet with electric hookups at each site. Campers can access fresh water at a central filling station and use the dump station for waste disposal.

The campground sits within a larger county park that includes hiking trails, a swimming beach, boat docks, and fishing piers. Mark N. notes the facility has "clean bathrooms and showers" along with competitively priced firewood. A fish cleaning house with electric lighting serves anglers, though it lacks running water. The lake's submerged trees from pre-dam days create structure in deeper water, while shoreline areas offer weed beds for fishing.

Sites feature soft ground suitable for tent camping, with restrooms and shower facilities nearby. Weekend periods tend to bring more activity and noise. The park allows pets on most trails and provides camping spots outside Eyota for those exploring southeastern Minnesota. Reservations are available for the $30 nightly rate.

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Location

Public Campground

Chester Woods Park is located in Minnesota

Directions

Located 7 Miles East of Rochester, MN on Highway 14.

Address

8378 Highway 14 East
Eyota, MN 55934

Coordinates

43.99926801 N
92.31230036 W

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Connectivity

T-Mobile5G
Excellent Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 10 users
Last on 4/20/26
AT&T5G
Excellent Coverage

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
Cabins
Tent Cabin
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

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
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Reservations

+15072872624

Drive Time

12 min from Rochester, MN
58 min from La Crosse, WI
1 hr 28 min from Minneapolis, MN
1 hr 37 min from Eau Claire, WI

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7 Reviews

Numerous guests pointed out the clean facilities and beautiful park setting with excellent family amenities. Most reviews indicate good site conditions and spacing, though weekend noise was occasionally mentioned.

Crystal B.

Legend

Reviewed Oct. 29, 2025

Nice traditional camping near the City of Rochester MN

This is a county campground near Rochester. It is in a county park that has a swimming beach, boat docks, fishing piers, hiking trails, playground, biking trail. There are showers available. Pretty park-like setting.

Month of VisitOctober

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Kirk J.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 18, 2025

Beautiful park

This park is beautiful. It’s as green as green gets. Lots of room. Only electric hooks ups at each site. They do have a fresh water filling station and a dump station. Well worth the $30 per night charge.

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Month of VisitJune

Kevin

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 13, 2022

Large sites

Nice place but it is a campground not an rv park, 30 & 50 amp service but no water hookup (fill when you come in) and dump tanks when leaving,

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Month of VisitJune

Mark N.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 25, 2021

Nice County Park

Nice park for everyone’s type from tents, cabins and all size RV’s. Electric only at the camp sites but have water and dump station on site. Clean bathrooms and showers. Best value I’ve seen for fire wood. Has many walking trails that you can take your dog on and just a couple that you can’t.

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Month of VisitSeptember

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Erik O.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 8, 2020

Awesome campgrounds

The campground is very clean and nice.

The bathrooms and showers we pristine clean and close and easy to walk to.

The beach was great and clean.

Fishing was great.

Would definitely come back

Ash V.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 21, 2018

Great park

Not to experience and good things to do. Swimming in the lake, lots of fishing, hiking, nature center, free activity’s, and other things to do. There are water and septic hook ups and pets are fine, they have bathrooms as well. Lots of other campers and area to run around

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Brian K.

Scout

Reviewed May. 7, 2017

Great weekend spot!

Chester Woods is a county park just east of Rochester, MN. It has a campground and man-made lake (created when Bear Creek was dammed for a flood control project) with hiking trails, a horse trail, picnic shelters, a beach, and a playground. The campsites have nice, soft ground for tents, and electrical outlets are available. It can get noisy on the weekend, but the sites are nice along the edge of the campground.

The lake offers the opportunity to fish for panfish, catfish, and bass. There are a lot of submerged trees from before the Creek was dammed that provide good habitat in deep water, and there is also good shoreline structure and weed beds. There is a fish cleaning house next to the campground which has electric lighting, but no running water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chester Woods Park Campground located in Minnesota?

Chester Woods Park Campground is located just east of Rochester in southeastern Minnesota. The park is situated around a man-made lake created by damming Bear Creek as part of a flood control project. Its proximity to Rochester makes it a convenient getaway for local residents while still offering a natural setting with numerous outdoor recreation opportunities.

What camping facilities are available at Chester Woods Park Campground?

Chester Woods Park Campground offers a variety of camping options including tent sites with soft ground, RV sites with 30 and 50 amp electrical hookups, and cabins. While there are no water hookups at individual sites, the campground provides a fresh water filling station and a dump station. Amenities include clean bathrooms and shower facilities within walking distance of campsites. The park also features a lake with a beach, fishing opportunities, hiking trails, a horse trail, picnic shelters, a playground, and a nature center. Firewood is available for purchase at reasonable prices.

How can I find a map of Chester Woods Park Campground?

To find a map of Chester Woods Park Campground, check the Olmsted County Parks website which typically provides downloadable maps showing campsite layouts, trails, and facilities. Maps are usually available at the park entrance or visitor center upon arrival. For planning purposes, contact the park office directly at 507-328-7070 to request a map be sent by email or mail. The park staff can also direct you to any online resources where current maps are posted.

What do visitor reviews say about Chester Woods Park Campground?

Chester Woods Park Campground receives high marks for its cleanliness, particularly the pristine bathrooms and shower facilities. Campers appreciate the well-maintained beach area and good fishing opportunities. The park offers excellent value, especially for the reasonably priced firewood. Many visitors note the beautiful green surroundings and spacious campsites. Families enjoy the various recreational activities available, including swimming, hiking, and programs at the nature center. The $30 per night fee for electric sites is considered good value by most visitors.

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