Large wooded sites line the Mississippi River at this military-operated campground within Camp Ripley, a National Guard training facility. Access requires permission for non-military guests, though active duty, retired, and veterans of all uniformed services can stay directly. The campground provides both RV hookups and tent sites across the road from each other, with tent campers positioned closer to the river.
Military training activities occur on adjacent areas of the base, while much of the surrounding grounds remain in natural habitat supporting diverse bird and plant species. A nature museum operates on-site along with hiking trails, disc golf, and a boat launch. Campers can access standard base amenities including the exchange and recreation center. For additional camping options, consider sites outside Little Falls. The campground operates from May through October with reservations available.
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Location
Public CampgroundMilitary Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground is located in Minnesota
Directions
From North or South on CR 371. Go West 1 mi on CR 115 to Main Gate. From US Hwy 10, travel East 8 miles on MN Hwy 115 to Main Gate. Check in at the Education Center building 6-76.
Coordinates
46.07683780354532 N
94.33638568516363 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/12/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/17/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 43 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 1 hr 35 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 2 hrs 21 min from Duluth, MN
- 2 hrs 22 min from Fargo, ND










