Shady Oaks Campground

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Shady Oaks Campground, near Garden City, Minnesota, offers a straightforward camping experience with a focus on comfort and convenience. This spot is perfect for those who want to kick back and enjoy the outdoors without too much fuss.

The campground features spacious sites with electric and water hookups, making it a solid choice for RV campers. Visitors have mentioned the clean facilities and friendly management, which really adds to the welcoming vibe. As one camper noted, “Large sites, clean facilities, and very friendly management,” highlighting what many appreciate about their stay.

For those looking to unwind, there’s a river running alongside the campground, providing a nice backdrop for a peaceful evening. Kids can run around freely, and there’s even a small local park nearby for some extra fun. While it may not be the most exciting place around, it’s a great spot for a quiet night under the stars.

Shady Oaks is conveniently located near the Blue Earth County Fairgrounds, which can add a bit of local flavor to your visit. Whether you’re just passing through or planning a longer stay, this campground has the essentials covered for a relaxing getaway.

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Location

Shady Oaks Campground is located in Minnesota

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Directions

Located 8 miles from Lake Crystal and 12 miles from Mankato. From the north: Take Highway 169 (south of Mankato) for 12 miles to Garden City. Turn left into Garden City and watch for the signs. From the south: From I-90, turn north in Blue Earth onto Highway 169. Drive north 35 miles to Garden City. Turn right on Washington Street into campgrounds on Fairgrounds Road.

Address

340 Fairgrounds Street
Garden City, MN 56034

Coordinates

44.04863047 N
94.15763618 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Poor
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Apr. 14, 2023

Meth city

Lot of meth heads, an old toothless lady offered me a ride on her golf cart

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Sep. 27, 2020

Friendly staff, well spaced

Located in a county park grounds, Shady Oaks is a quiet, no frills RV park. Sites have electric and water. The spaces are nicely spread out, not to crammed in together. A river runs by one side. Nothing very exiting, but a good place to spend a quiet night.

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2020

Great overnight site

This campground is located at the blue earth county fair grounds. We stayed early in the season and there was only 3 or 4 other families camping at the time. Plenty of space for the kids to run and a small local park.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Shady Oaks Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Shady Oaks Campground has water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Shady Oaks Campground?

    Shady Oaks Campground allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Shady Oaks Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Shady Oaks Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Shady Oaks Campground have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Shady Oaks Campground does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Shady Oaks Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is poor, and T-Mobile is good.