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Magnolia City Campground

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Magnolia City Campground sits inside a small town park in Magnolia, Minnesota, managed by the municipality and open from early April through late September. The layout runs along a row of open, sun-exposed sites, with one exception: as Art S. notes, one site "is nestled in some trees." The rest face open sky through the evening hours. It's a straightforward stop, not a destination campground.

Full hookups, including electric, water, and sewer, are available, along with a restroom building with showers near the picnic pavilion. Campers with longer rigs should note that power boxes serve multiple sites from shared posts, so a cord extension may be necessary if nearby spots are occupied. Water hookups are spaced out as well, and some visitors have found their hoses don't quite reach from the end sites. A playground on the grounds has drawn consistent praise from families. Nightly rates have ranged from $15 to $20, making it one of the more affordable full-hookup stops in the area.

The campground sits just off I-90, and signs from the highway lead directly to it. Nearby alternatives include River Road Campground to the west and Adrian City Park to the east. Reservations are available, though the site has historically operated on a first-come, first-served honor-pay system for overnight travelers passing through. If you're heading across southern Minnesota and need a reliable overnight with full hookups at a low price, this town park covers the basics.

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Map & DirectionsMagnolia City Campground is located in Minnesota near Luverne

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43.64592261 N
96.08182597 W

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Access

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

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
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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
30 Amp Hookups
50 Amp Hookups
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General Info

Drive Time

29 min from Sioux Falls, SD
1 hr 38 min from Sioux City, IA
1 hr 50 min from Mankato, MN
3 hrs 14 min from St. Cloud, MN

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Reviews8 Camper Reviews - Magnolia City Campground

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A budget-friendly overnight stop with full hookups for $15-20, featuring an honor system and playground that kids love. Some spacing issues with utilities, but excellent value for I-90 travelers.

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Virginia A.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 12, 2026

Best site in the trees

Stayed here for almost a month. There are full hook ups for a minimal fee. The sunsets are beautiful. Highly recommend

Siteno site numbers but we had the best one

Month of VisitJuly

Kathy D.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 12, 2025

Convenient to I90

Very basic sites. Town park. Dated and feels strange when no one else if here. But, $20 a night for full hook ups can’t be beat.

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Month of VisitOctober

Art S.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 18, 2023

Small town park

This is a nice campground in a small farm town. The sites are lined up next to each other. One is not and is nestled in some trees. The rest have the sun into the evening. There’s a restroom with showers by the picnic pavilion. The playground was nice for the kids. I think it’s connected to the school. We walked the length of town and it was about a mile round trip. For $15 this is a great place to stop while driving I90.

Month of VisitJuly

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Jesse H.

Scout

Reviewed Nov. 4, 2021

Great overnight spot

Was picking up my rv from south Dakota after getting repairs from a previous trip. So pulled a 2 and half day 1700 mile trip and ended upon this small gem of a campground that was open with full hookups on October 30th. ( October 31st is their season ending date on website) anyways pulled up about 8 at night and 1 other 5th wheel was there. Very quiet. It was dark the spots seemed alittle unorganized layout. But didn't get to much attention to it as I was stopping for the evening basically to just sleep. I did notice that the power boxes are set up is only few spots with multiple power boxes on the post. So you could need a power cord extention. If all spots by the power boxes are taken up. But it was a great overnight spot. I would like to check it out in season. Couldn't pass it up for full hook ups on October 30th. And the price is only $15.00

Month of VisitOctober

mark

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 22, 2021

Quiet place to rest

Great place right off of 90. Follow the gps location on the app. Don’t use the address off of the city’s web site. Plus there are signs for camping that will lead you right to it. It’s a first come place with no reservations and you pay on the honor system when you pull in. But full hook ups and easy back in parking. Great place for a over night!

Month of VisitAugust

Jessica B.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 20, 2021

Just what we needed

We just needed a place to stay for the night. The playground was rated “amazing” by our kids. The electrical and water are a little spaced out. We took the end spot and count quite reach our two water hoses. There two long-term campers who were hooked up to the water spigot closest to us. The first-come, first-served / self-pay system other great for us. We pulled in at 7:00 pm and left at 8 am.

Month of VisitJune

Paul A.

Scout

Reviewed May. 26, 2021

Small but big enough

Cheap full hookup when passing through.

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Month of VisitMay

Kelli D.

Guide

Reviewed May. 2, 2018

Quaint

Small town. Mill and farm land

Frequently Asked Questions

What recreational activities are available at Magnolia City Park?

Magnolia City Park offers several recreational options for visitors. The park features a highly-rated playground that children particularly enjoy. There appears to be a picnic pavilion available for gatherings and meals. The park is connected to a school, potentially offering additional play areas. The surrounding area is characterized by mill and farmland, providing scenic views typical of small-town Minnesota. For visitors looking to explore beyond the immediate park area, the campground's convenient location off I-90 makes it easy to access other nearby attractions.

How do I make reservations at Magnolia City Park and Campground?

Magnolia City Park and Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system in place. When arriving, follow the GPS location on The Dyrt app or look for camping signs that lead directly to the campground. Payment works on an honor system - you'll need to pay when you pull in. For the most current information about availability and payment methods, consider contacting the city of Magnolia directly before your trip.

What amenities are available at Magnolia City Park and Campground?

Magnolia City Park and Campground offers full hookup sites with electric and water connections, though water spigots may be spaced apart from some sites. The campground features restrooms with showers located near the picnic pavilion. There's also a playground that many families rate highly for children. The campground is designed with sites lined up next to each other, with one unique site nestled among trees. Most sites receive sun into the evening. The facility operates seasonally, typically closing around October 31st each year.

How close is Magnolia Campground to Luverne, MN?

Magnolia Campground is located within a short drive of Luverne, MN. The campground is situated just off Interstate 90, making it easily accessible when traveling through southwestern Minnesota. Magnolia is a small farm town in the region near Luverne. The convenient location makes this campground an ideal stopping point when passing through the area or as a base for exploring Luverne and surrounding attractions. For specific driving time and distance, check a current map or navigation app before your trip.

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