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    The Annandale, Minnesota area encompasses both developed county parks and state forest campsites within a short drive of the Twin Cities metro region. Established campgrounds like Schroeder County Park in Annandale provide electric hookups, water access, and designated tent and RV sites with seasonal operation typically from late April through September. Lake Maria State Park Campground, located northwest of Annandale, offers more primitive camping experiences with walk-in tent sites alongside cabin accommodations. The region includes several recreational areas with boat access, including Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground and St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park, which cater to families seeking water activities during Minnesota's summer months.

    Camping facilities around Annandale remain open primarily during warmer months, with most campgrounds operating between May and October. Winter camping options are limited, though Lake Maria State Park maintains year-round accessibility. Cell service varies throughout the region, with stronger coverage near developed areas and weaker signals in more remote locations. One camper noted that "the campground is right on the edge of town so there is constant traffic, and the road is gravel so prepare to eat dust," highlighting the sometimes dusty conditions at locations like Pierz Park. Annandale campgrounds are especially popular during summer weekends, making advance reservations essential for securing lakeside campsites when water recreation activities are at their peak.

    Public campgrounds in the area typically offer amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and access to bathroom facilities. Several visitors mentioned the quality of recreation opportunities, particularly near bodies of water. "Baker Park near Minneapolis Minnesota was our camp choice for inexpensive camping on the last leg of our Minnesota vacation. This is one of the cleanest camps I've ever stayed at," shared one reviewer about Baker Campground in nearby Baker Park Reserve. For those seeking more solitude, the Sand Dunes State Forest area provides more rustic options with fewer amenities but greater privacy. Travelers should note that some campgrounds enforce quiet hours after 10pm, while proximity to lakes often means increased mosquito activity during summer evenings, making insect repellent essential equipment for comfort.

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      1. Lake Maria State Park Campground

      4.4(34)9mi from Annandale22 sitesTents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This park is only about 50 minutes away from me, and for hiking/camping I only think it is worth a trip in the fall."

      "I chose Lake Maria for a solo camping excursion because it was close to the Cities, but still offered the level of seclusion I wanted."

      from $22 - $80 / night

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      2. Schroeder County Park

      4.4(5)3mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents

      "Lots of walking trails , well groomed. Camping spots were large and specious."

      "There is also a fishing pier and boat launch available, great lake for water ski and other water sports. Fishing is mostly pan but you can catch large bass and northern on this lake."

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      3. St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park

      4.4(8)11mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We have a pop up so we parked on a grassy spot next to the cabins that backed up to a field. It was nice to be there instead of in the thick of the big camper section. Pool was nice and store too."

      "If this place was close to home I’d be here every weekend. Absolute beautiful weather with a nice breeze no mosquitoes not something you get in Florida in July !!"

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      4. Olsons Campground

      2.5(4)8mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents

      "But far enough you feel away from the cities Full hook ups. Bit on the higher price side. Friendly owners. Small bar Lots of fun"

      5. Ann Lake Campground — Sand Dunes State Forest

      4.2(23)24mi from Annandale4 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Lots of close camp sites for larger groups near the entrance. The further back you go on the road, the more spread out sites get. There are a few walk-in sites that I absolutely love."

      "Just a quick one night trip but a perfect getaway close to home. Very quiet. Camp host was nice . Found a tucked away site that we could park Infront of for more privacy"

      from $50 / night

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      6. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

      4.5(38)29mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Baker Park near Minneapolis Minnesota was a our camp choice for inexpensive camping on the last leg of our Minnesota vacation in 2017."

      "The beaches are some of the best in Minnesota. The bike trails are nearby and plentiful."

      from $21 - $29 / night

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      7. Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground

      5.0(3)13mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Meadow setting where the campsites are, but then TONS of hiking trails with significant trees& shade. Really beautiful. Nice people staying in adjacent sites. We would return."

      "There was some suggestion that there was some drive in sites that were not reservable, that is. They were first come first serve. But I was unaware or unable to find those."

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      8. South of Sand Dunes State Forest

      4.2(20)24mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents

      "For the proximity to the city and nearby highways, this was a good spot. Didn’t expect to see as many campers as I did, but all seemed to be friendly."

      "I love that it's so close to home. I was able to walk in and find an incredible spot to camp and lay in my hammock."

      9. A J Acres Campground

      3.0(2)10mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents, Glamping
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      10. Collinwood County Park

      4.0(3)16mi from AnnandaleRVs, Tents

      "This is right on a lake in a very wooded area. Pretty camping basic area."

      "This was a small campground with nice trails. The campsites were open but still felt private. The bathrooms and showers were nice and clean."

      from $19 - $36 / night

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    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 9, 2026

      El Rancho Manana

      Run down with buildings in disrepair.

      Just spent 4 nights here with our popup and disappointed in how poor the place has been kept up. Only one shower worked out of 3 in the mens and womens bathroom and the light was out in the one that did work. Hardly any water came out as well. Same for the hand washing sinks in the mens, only one had water coming out. The laundry building mens bathroom had a faucet the wasn't even attached to the counter top so I had to hold it down to move the lever to turn the water on. The gravel roads have a lot of washed out areas so ruts and potholes everywhere. Definately not worth the price and won't be staying here again. The only two positives that I can say is that the staff is freindly and the lake is very clear for June compared to other lakes in MN. Caught quite a few nice sunfish off the dock and even a few sm bass. The old west show area does look nice but nothing went on there the weekend we were at the campground.

    • Jeremiah B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 1, 2026

      South of Sand Dunes State Forest

      Great Spot

      Got a nice spot by the water, big parking spot, little below the spot is an opening towards water with a fire pit. 2-3 bars of service but never had an issue. Worked well. Very private. Bugs weren’t bad either

    • S
      May. 30, 2026

      Two Rivers Campground

      Amazing

      Absolutely love this campground. 2nd year for my family. We plan on coming back for many years to come. This place is completely family oriented. Very well maintained. Wonderful staff members. Just overall a wonderful experience each and every time. I highly recommend a visit if you rang to amenity memories that will last a life time.

    • Larisa M.
      May. 18, 2026

      South of Sand Dunes State Forest

      Peaceful

      I was able to find a campsite not on the road. There was a trail from the parking spot so keep an eye out. Lots of animals saw a turkey and coyote so just be aware. Very pretty and calm. Had to pick up some trash from other campers just a reminder to leave no trace.

    • DIANNE T.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 17, 2026

      High Island Creek Park

      Hidden Gem

      This place is spectacular,u have to walk down to the creek. God's work. Beautiful

    • Nika S.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 16, 2026

      South of Sand Dunes State Forest

      Very popular but good

      We stayed here from about 10pm to 6am. There were a ton of people there so it was hard finding somewhere to sleep. Once we did, it was very quiet and we got a good nights rest. There were a couple of cars that passed us in the morning when we left but nothing too crazy. The scenery was very beautiful. This is definitely a great free option if you’re looking for a peaceful spot in the woods to sleep!

    • Jennifer N.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 13, 2026

      South of Sand Dunes State Forest

      Pretty place, ugly locals

      I stayed there with my RV. Most all of the campsites were too small to park it, but I found one at the very end of the park to stay. Although the land itself is beautiful, the locals were reporting me to the DNR officer, who were clearly his friends, and accusing me of things I was not doing. Also, there’s a lot of traffic in and out of there and they fly through there day and night, as well as a lot of gunfire going off a lot of the time. I use T-Mobile service and I was on SOS most of the time. Not very impressed.

    Guide to Annandale

    Sand Dunes State Forest and Lake Maria State Park dominate the landscape near Annandale, creating a diverse environment of mixed hardwood forests, sandy soil, and wetlands just 60 miles northwest of Minneapolis. Most campgrounds in this region sit at elevations between 970-1,100 feet, creating a relatively flat terrain punctuated by glacial lakes. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with higher humidity levels from June through August when mosquito activity increases significantly.

    What to do

    Hiking trails: Lake Maria State Park offers multiple backpacking sites with varying distances from parking areas. "Backpack sites only. Love this park as it offers many backpacking sites with some being very short hikes in and some being longer hikes. Some are lake front and some are more woodsy sites," notes a camper at Lake Maria State Park Campground.

    Swimming and boating: Bertram Chain of Lakes provides excellent water access with multiple lakes connected by trails. "Really nice campground! Meadow setting where the campsites are, but then TONS of hiking trails with significant trees& shade. Really beautiful," shares a visitor at Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground.

    Fishing opportunities: Many local lakes support panfish, bass and northern pike fishing. The St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park offers access to nearby fishing spots. One camper mentioned, "This a nice family campground. It has a 9 hole mini golf, shuffleboard, salt water pool, and a lobby/gift shop. They also offer a nice seating area for those hot or raining days with free arcade."

    What campers like

    Walk-in site privacy: Sand Dunes State Forest offers secluded tent camping away from vehicle traffic. "I highly recommend the walk-in-sites for the most private tent camping experience. The walk from the car isn't far, but the sites are off the road and in the pines," explains a camper at Ann Lake.

    Clean facilities: Many Annandale area campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and showers. "The bathrooms and showers are nice and clean, some of the best I've seen at a campground!" remarks a visitor to Baker Campground.

    Family-friendly amenities: Schroeder County Park offers excellent recreational options. "This campground is about 1.5 hours from the twin cities and it has a beautiful sandy beach and swimming area. There is also a fishing pier and boat launch available, great lake for water ski and other water sports," notes a camper at Schroeder County Park.

    What you should know

    Campsite reservation timing: Most popular campgrounds fill quickly during summer weekends. "We spent two nights in the campground. It was fairly busy, but we still felt secluded despite a full campground," explains a visitor to Baker Campground.

    Seasonal operation limits: Nearly all campgrounds around Annandale operate seasonally from late April/early May through September/October. "Stayed here overnight being its so close to my hometown. Its a nice quiet park and so are the campgrounds!!! They also have little cabins to stay in that id like to try out!" notes a visitor to Lake Maria State Park.

    Insect preparedness: Bug activity varies significantly by season and location. "We went in the middle of Summer. High bug season. Take a look at other reviews as they come in and see what time of year they visited. Maybe they'll have a similar experience, maybe not," advises a camper at Lake Maria State Park.

    Tips for camping with families

    Beach access: Collinwood County Park offers family-friendly swimming. "Nice campground, sites are nice size and well shaded. Beach and playground are nice. Wasn't expecting to have water hookup, but we did!" shares a visitor to Collinwood County Park.

    Playground availability: Several campgrounds feature playground equipment for children. "Spent a lot of my childhood playing and exploring this park! It wasn't till a few years ago that I actually stayed and camped overnight. The campgrounds are grouped, we'll maintained, and always have firewood(etc) stocked for their guests," recalls a camper from Baker Campground.

    Activity options: St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park provides multiple recreation choices in one location. "Absolutely beautiful campground with mature trees. Cedars, white oaks, hickory's and more. The birds are singing and so are the kids because this place has so much to do for them. Pool, pool table, soccer table, mini golf, swing set, clubhouse, 3 wheel bike racing, and water balloons wars."

    Tips from RVers

    Site spacing considerations: Many campgrounds around Annandale feature different levels of privacy between sites. "Navigating around trees was not so fun with our 5th wheel. We got the slideouts to fit in between the trees. A drive around showed many seasonal, if not permanent, trailers and campers," explains a visitor to A J Acres Campground.

    Electric hookup availability: Several campgrounds offer electric service but with limitations. "Limited availability to sewer hookups, only about 5 true pull thrus, taken by seasonal," notes an RVer at A J Acres Campground.

    Road conditions: Access roads can present challenges at some campgrounds. "30' class C motor home. Some overhanging branches on the road in scrape the top and sides. Campsites are nice, mowed, gravel parking," explains a visitor to Ann Lake.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What campgrounds are available near Annandale, MN?

    The Annandale area offers several excellent camping options. Ann Lake provides both drive-in sites near the entrance and more secluded walk-in sites further back, making it ideal for both family gatherings and those seeking solitude. Just a short drive away, Schroeder County Park offers reservable sites with water and toilet facilities, accommodating both tent and RV campers. Other nearby options include Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground, Collinwood County Park near Cokato, and South of Sand Dunes State Forest for those seeking a more primitive camping experience. Most campgrounds in the area are open from May through October, with peak season being June through August.

    How much does camping cost in the Annandale, MN area?

    Camping costs around Annandale vary based on amenities and location. At Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve, expect to pay around $25-35 per night for standard sites, with this clean, well-managed park offering great value for families. For budget-conscious campers, Holdingford City Park on the Lake Wobegon Trail provides RV sites with hookups at lower rates typical of municipal campgrounds. State parks in the region generally charge $20-30 for basic sites plus a vehicle permit fee ($7 daily or $35 annual). Private RV parks like St. Cloud Campground & RV Park or Cokato Lake RV Resort typically range from $35-60 depending on hookups and seasonal rates. Some places offer weekly or monthly discounts for extended stays.

    Are there any lakeside resorts with camping in Annandale, MN?

    Yes, the Annandale area offers several lakeside camping options. Ham Lake Resort provides car camping along a small lake with boat launch access and bathroom facilities, making it a convenient option for water enthusiasts despite sometimes being crowded. For more amenities, Games Lake County Park near New London offers tent, RV, and cabin accommodations on a scenic lakeshore. The surrounding region features numerous lakes with camping access, including Collinwood County Park and Cokato Lake RV Resort Cooperative Association. Most lakeside resorts in the area operate seasonally from May through September, with many offering fishing docks, swimming areas, and boat rentals. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends.

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