R J D Memorial Hardwood State Forest encompasses Kruger Campground and Management Unit, a DNR Forestry-managed site along the Mississippi River corridor near campgrounds near Kellogg in Wabasha County. Sites are spread out enough that campers consistently report a sense of privacy, and several have fire rings with attached grills. Some sites include firewood. The nightly fee runs $14, making it one of the more affordable established campgrounds in the region.
The campground sits close to the river, and that proximity shapes how most visitors spend their time. Fishing and shoreline exploration come up repeatedly in reviews. Hiking trails extend through the surrounding hardwood forest. Nick G. describes it as "next to the river great for exploring and fishing." Mosquitoes can be heavy, particularly in spring and early summer, so bug spray is worth packing regardless of the season.
Amenities include drinking water from a hand pump, toilets, picnic tables, and trash service. The campground is ADA accessible and allows pets. One recurring note from visitors: the hand pump water has tested orange or rusty in color, so bringing your own drinking water is a practical precaution. The campground also accommodates both drive-in and walk-in access. Those planning a longer stay in the area can find camping near R J D Memorial Hardwood State Forest at several nearby units, including Zumbro Bottoms North — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest to the southwest. Fall tends to bring fewer crowds and cooler temperatures through the hardwoods.
Description
Kruger Management Unit campground is adjacent to the Zumbro River Water Trail. The campsites are considered primitive, designed to furnish only the basic needs of the camper. Each has a cleared area, fire ring, and table. Vault toilets, garbage cans, and drinking water are available. All sites are on a first-come, first-served basis for a fee. Quiet hours are between 10:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m. (this includes no generator use). Please be considerate of others around you.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsKruger Campground and Management Unit is located in Minnesota near Kellogg
Coordinates
44.34000011 N
92.076 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/14/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/14/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 47 min from Rochester, MN
- 1 hr 4 min from La Crosse, WI
- 1 hr 5 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 1 hr 33 min from Minneapolis, MN







