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    Hartford Beach State Park Campground provides spacious pet-friendly sites with electric hookups, fire rings, and picnic tables for campers with dogs. Located on Big Stone Lake, the park welcomes pets at all 30 campsites across its two separate camping areas. Sites near the lake are wooded and offer lake views, while the upper sites are larger with more open space. The campground maintains exceptionally clean facilities with showers and restrooms that are cleaned daily. Camping 109 RV Park and Lakewood Supper Club also accept pets, offering cabin accommodations in addition to traditional camping. Most campgrounds require pets to be leashed at all times and owners to clean up after their animals.

    Big Stone Lake State Park Campground features waterfront sites where pets can enjoy shoreline access and swimming opportunities. The park offers electric hookups and a swimming beach where many campers bring their dogs during off-peak hours. Hiking trails throughout the park provide excellent pet exercise options, with wildlife viewing opportunities including deer that frequently wander through the campsites. Pets should be monitored closely due to the abundance of birds and wildlife in the area. The swimming areas and boat launches at Toqua County Park and Pomme De Terre Campground provide additional water recreation for pets who enjoy swimming. Mosquitoes can be problematic near the water, particularly at riverside campgrounds like Camping 109 RV Park, so pet owners should bring appropriate insect repellent for themselves and pet-safe options for their animals.

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      1. Hartford Beach State Park Campground

      4.4(8)12mi from BarryRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Some, however, were right on the lake or had paths that lead to a picnic table & fire ring closer to the water. As another reviewer mentioned, one of the loops has sites that are not very level."

      "This was a nice campground on the lake. The sites are not very private and some of the fire pits are are far away from the camping pad, they are down the hill by the lake."

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      2. Meadowbrook Area Campground — Big Stone Lake State Park

      4.6(5)12mi from Barry33 sitesRVs, Tents

      "A few of the tent sites had lake views with even a few having short paths right to the waters edge. All sites are drive in with not much privacy in between, but it was enough for me."

      "Beautiful sunsets, lots of wildlife and nice trails. Fishing is free from the park boundaries with lots of shoreline. Great access to the lake if you have a boat."

      from $24 - $34 / night

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      3. Big Stone County Toqua Park

      5.0(1)6mi from BarryRVs, Tents

      "Situated right between a lake and a golf course. Very clean camp sites. Had a blast."

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      4. City Park

      4.0(2)14mi from BarryRVs, Tents

      from $10 - $35 / night

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      5. Camping 109 RV Park

      5.0(1)16mi from BarryRVs, Cabins
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      6. Lakewood Supper Club

      4.0(1)17mi from BarryRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "On the shores of Big Stone Lake. A nice beach and a boat landing. There are normally no open sites, we are told, as they are all rented for the season."

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      7. Lakeshore RV Park Inc

      Be the first to review16mi from BarryRVs, Tents
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      8. County Line Campground

      3.7(3)29mi from Barry1 siteRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "It is near a very small town and close to the Interstate (less than one mile). The pull through sites are somewhat close together with no foliage to offer privacy but it is clean and well kept."

      "Located in a cute little town, with a multitude of spots that can accommodate even the largest RV. Full hookups available, even when it's below freezing."

      from $10 - $50 / night

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      9. Camp Dakotah

      1.0(1)23mi from BarryRVs, Tents, Cabins
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      10. Pomme De Terre Campground

      4.5(4)33mi from BarryRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Bathhouse, walking trails, fishing and beautiful lake views. Some sites are a little difficult to get into but not impossible."

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    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 5, 2022

      Outdoors Inn Campground

      Great location next to Chippewa

      Recommended!

      We had a full hookups with 50 amp service. Our site was next to US-12 and had no noise issues. The Chippewa river flows next to the camp and the adjoining river bank is woodlands. We had no insect issues. There is a super dog park and grocery just east on US-12. Found great coffee and scones in Benson at Go Set Ready Coffee.

      Our site had a great camp fire pit made from a half sphere about 40 inches in diameter. Looked like the bottom of a buoy or end of a 250 lbs propane tank. The proprietor is an arborist and sold us a large bundle of hard wood that made great smores.

      We picked Benson because of its close location to Glacial Lake state park and the Glacial Ridge Trail. Just take MN-29 north.  The topology change in terrain from the farm lands around Benson to the rolling hills and lakes north on MN-29 is great. Continue on MN-29 to Starbuck for a sizable lake. Take some time and explore the back roads on and around the Glacial Ridge Trail. There are many hills, forests and lakes you can explore east up to New London. 

      We had an encounter with a pair of swans on the side of the road next to a lake. These are large beautiful birds! We stopped in the car, kept our distance, watched from inside of the car and enjoyed them before the slipped back into the lake.

    • Crystal B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 26, 2026

      Hankinson City Park

      City campground with many recreational attractions adjacent to it.

      This campground is situated adjacent to many recreational activities such as basketball, pickle ball, tennis, park, walking trail. Sites are grassy and walking distance to businesses.

    • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 13, 2017

      Lac qui Parle Upper Campground — Lac qui Parle State Park

      “The Lake that speaks”

      We camped here in July and it was a great experience, but apparently it is spectacular during the spring and fall migration seasons, because this area is a major stopover on the Red River/ Minnesota River flyway fir migrating birds and waterfowl. During migration, the thousands of birds convening on the headwater lakes of these two rivers makes it sound as though the lake itself is speaking up in its own voice, hence the french furtraders name of “Lac Qui Parle”. The state park here has two sections, a lower part in the forested lowlands on tbe west side, and an upper section on an open prairie bluff on the east side. We camped at the upper camprground, where the sites were open but nicely spaced from the neighbors. The sites were surrounded by blooming prairie and had an exquisite view over the lake, especially at dawn and sunrise. There are also several really nice park camper cabins if you would rather not camp out. The park has lots to explore but is also close to a huge national wildlife marsh refuge that is great for birdwatching and paddling. The park has good facilities eg water and restrooms etc, but is pretty far off the beaten path in terms of access to groceries and supplies, so stock up before arriving and come prepared. This location is close to some interesting Minnezota history sites, too, as well as being a great destination for natural history and outdoor recreation

    • Renee H.
      May. 23, 2024

      Lac qui Parle Upper Campground — Lac qui Parle State Park

      Spacious and tranquil

      Lots of space between sites. There are not many trees so not much shade. Sites are gravel and relatively level, not much leveling required. Variety of sites, from group camping, primitive (no hookups), electric only, full hookups (water, electric, sewer) as well as cabins and tent only areas. Limited hiking trails connected to campground. Surrounded on two sides by farm fields and Lac Qui Parle Lake on another. There are two loops in the campground. One loop has view of the lake. Boat/canoe launch is in lower campground about 10 minutes from Upper Campground. Recycling and garbage dumpsters on site. Dump station near entrance. Verizon cell signal is poor. Pit toilets available. Bathhouse is centrally located, includes private showers. No laundry on site. Nearby attractions in Montevideo include Talking Waters Brewery/taproom, Jake’s pizza and Java River cafe (with outdoor seating, dog friendly).

    • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Feb. 10, 2025

      Ambush City Park

      MINI GOLF!

      This park has trails and is bordered on one side by a river. The other side of the river has a municipal water park and mini golf course. Several state parks close by for additional hiking opportunities. Sites have water, sewer, and electric. Fire ring provided. Showers and bathrooms onsite as well. I did hear some trains overnight (tracks are across the road), so if you are a lighter sleeper, be warned you may be woken up in the middle of the night. Really enjoyed the time spent here with the family!

    • Jillian S.
      Aug. 6, 2018

      Meadowbrook Area Campground — Big Stone Lake State Park

      Quiet, clean state park

      Nice, clean campground. A few of the tent sites had lake views with even a few having short paths right to the waters edge. All sites are drive in with not much privacy in between, but it was enough for me. I stayed in site 9, but would probably choose site 14 for better views next time. Even though the dnr website says the office is open daily, the office at this campground is unmanned except for the weekend, and even then, limited hours. Bring change for firewood ($6). Not much for hiking paths. There is another section of the state park that's about 11 miles north. There is a beach and boat landing near the campground, although the lake was starting to look pretty scuzzy when I was there at the end of July.

    • Ason S.
      Aug. 26, 2020

      Hartford Beach State Park Campground

      Nice place!

      This was a nice find! Sites pretty close together, especially those in the middle. Some, however, were right on the lake or had paths that lead to a picnic table & fire ring closer to the water. As another reviewer mentioned, one of the loops has sites that are not very level. It was not a problem though. Trails seemed nice & it was a nice surprise to find the dock & bridge near our site. Beach was nice! It was a decent walk there, but at least had a trail to the beach. Nice playground too.

    • G
      Jul. 15, 2018

      County Line Campground

      Nice people with helpful suggestions

      This is a welcoming experience with hosts who are happy to make your stay comfortable. It is near a very small town and close to the Interstate (less than one mile). The pull through sites are somewhat close together with no foliage to offer privacy but it is clean and well kept. We decided to stay in a back-in site further away from the office and pull through sites. Before we were even set up the host had brought us a beautiful, little picnic table and set it out front for us. They gave us leaflets about the area and we talked fishing possibilities with them. They have laundry and showers available as well as bait, ice, and I think even propane. We extended our stay here as it was a great place to just chill and take some exploratory drives. Although there isn't much shade to offer protection from the sun, they do have full hook ups so we could run air conditioning. We would definitely stay here again.

    Guide to Barry

    Hartford Beach State Park Campground provides two distinct camping experiences through its separate camping areas. The lower area features wooded sites with lake access, while the upper area offers larger, more open sites. Located on Big Stone Lake along the Minnesota-South Dakota border, campgrounds in this area typically operate from May through September. Mosquitoes can be problematic in summer months, particularly near water.

    What to do

    Hiking trails: Big Stone Lake State Park features trails where wildlife viewing includes deer that frequently wander through the campsites. "Nice, clean campground. A few of the tent sites had lake views with even a few having short paths right to the waters edge. All sites are drive in with not much privacy in between, but it was enough for me," notes Jillian S. about Big Stone Lake State Park Campground.

    Fishing: The region offers multiple fishing access points along Big Stone Lake. "Fishing is free from the park boundaries with lots of shoreline. Great access to the lake if you have a boat. Only 7 miles into town for forgotten supplies or a specialty coffee," explains Jeff G. from Big Stone Lake State Park Campground.

    Swimming: Several campgrounds maintain beaches for summer water recreation. At Toqua County Park, "Situated right between a lake and a golf course. Very clean camp sites. Had a blast," according to Daniel R., making this another pet friendly camping option near Barry, Minnesota.

    What campers like

    Quiet atmosphere: Many visitors appreciate the peaceful environment during weekdays. "Almost empty on Monday night. Quiet natural lake setting... Completely quiet all evening," writes Neil T. about Hartford Beach State Park Campground.

    Lake views: Campsites with water access are particularly valued. Kyle B. from Big Stone Lake State Park Campground reports, "We were able to grab a quite corner spot with a great view of the lake looking over to South Dakota. There are canoe rentals an ok trail system and a great swimming beach."

    Cleanliness: Maintained facilities stand out to visitors at several parks. At Pomme De Terre Campground, campers note "Pretty nice campground with water and electric. Bathhouse, walking trails, fishing and beautiful lake views. Some sites are a little difficult to get into but not impossible," according to Marcy F.

    What you should know

    Site variations: Campground layouts differ significantly across the region. At Hartford Beach State Park, Clarke N. explains, "There are 2 separate camp areas with 2 completely different types of sites. The sites near the lake are very wooded, a bit smaller and pretty uneven. The sites themselves are even but your canopy might be overhanging a slope... The upper sites are HUGE and very near nice!"

    Weather considerations: Strong winds and insects can affect camping experiences. Jeff G. notes about Big Stone Lake State Park: "Con, flies can be an issue and the wind has an open shot from the south."

    Limited services: Some parks have unmanned offices with minimal staff. "The office at this campground is unmanned except for the weekend, and even then, limited hours. Bring change for firewood ($6)," advises Jillian S. about Big Stone Lake State Park.

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