Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Altura, MN has a lot to offer. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Altura, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Find the best campgrounds near Altura, MN. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
"Whitewater is by far one of the top state parks in Minnesota. Their camping facilities are clean with running water and free showers. The campsites are quite spacious but not too wooded."
"Easy access to hiking trails. My site was close in distance to adjacent ones, but was on the edge by the creek, so it was pretty quiet."
"We always bring the kayaks, so the water access offered is why we stay.
3 Campgrounds:
- Island sites offer the best-in-park privacy for a campsite, but they are walk in (carts provided for hauling"
"Really close to the river, as well. Yes… the trains do go by quite a bit, but it really hasn’t bothered us. Beautiful tall trees, clean pit toilets. This park is a gem! We’ll be back."
"Our campsite was next to the river, we enjoyed the sound of it drowning out vehicle noise from nearby roads."
"was a little high but clear of fallen limbs ( for the most part) the woman who drove the bus to pick us up was amazingly friendly, you could tell she loved her job and it made you feel happy to be around"
$29 - $139 / night
"Short drive to White Water State Park. A lot of great trout fishing spots along the river. Very peaceful campground, great view of the stars on clear nights! Will definitely be back."
"It was so fun to socialize in the shared space around the fire and play games.
If you are up in the bluff, be sure to wear good shoes for the hike up. "
"This campground is a home away from home. We found this campground through this app, and was very happy with our stay. We had one of the primitive sites on the river front, and it was huge!"
"Clean bath house and convenient outdoor bathroom buildings around the grounds. The road along the river is narrow making it hard to back your camper into the riverfront sites if you have neighbors."
"There is a rail line that runs along between the Mississippi and the park edge, campsites are away from this but still can be heard as well as motor boats on the River."
"The nice little town of trempealeau is close by with a cool old hotel and some fun bars.
Highly recommended."
"Carley State Park is easy to overlook in favor of nearby Whitewater State Park. Whitewater has an actual visitor center, the dramatic scenery, the flush toilets, and spacious/level sites."
"Site #2 is further down a path with 4 picnic tables and room for 4-5 tents. The site is right at the park border, with farm land/prairie just on the other Side of the trees."
"Park is nestled in a beautiful valley surrounded by rocky bluffs with great hiking trails. Campsites are spread apart nicely and some are right along the Whitewater river."
"There is lots of hiking trails, and a beach to swim in the river. The campground is semi private with lots of trees and shade. The bathrooms are very nice."
"My husband had a fall break at the beginning of October, and we were looking for beautiful fall colors a short drive from the twin cities for a one night camping trip."
"Right when you park you see the push carts and it is a very short walk to the campsite. You are able to slightly see 1 cart-in site neighbor, but besides that it was very private and quiet."
$15 - $26 / night
"The website states there are tracks nearby that are active 24 hours. This was not a problem for us at all. They were hardly noticeable. We did stay at the north loop, as we wanted electric hook up."
"Nice quiet campground. only mile away from Mississippi Thunder Speedway!"
TravelerPros: great paved walking and bike trail; leads to state bike trail; MN only covered bridge; huge park playground; disc golf course; along branch of the river; easy walk into town; friendly camp host; very quiet Cons: few site pads, you just drive onto grass where you see electric/water posts and fire ring; restroom with 1 toilet and 1 shower were dirty (husband said it looks like it hadn’t been cleaned in a month) I concur on woman’s as well but there was toilet paper (happy) but no hand soap or paper towels; garbage in women’s shower
GuideRed Wing, Minn might be the prettiest small town in the US. Rolling hills, greenery, the Mississippi River, and genuinely nice people in a small city with lots of attractions.
The campground is about a 10 minute ride from the city center. The amenities are sparse and aged, but the sites are level, plentiful, and reasonably priced.
Be aware however…..The Dyrt is wrong. There are no sewer hookups at this campground. They have a dump station and will pump for a fee.
There is a perfectly average pub on site. The food is okay, the price is reasonable.
GuideThere are a few spaces with views you can hike in to but I opted for a spot next to my car. And ideal spot for a one nighter. I stopped here after a 12 hour drive got set up and even walked the trails for a few miles before bed.
ScoutBased on picture, we planed to stay at this campsite. It is right in the side of the highway, so too much noise and traffic for us. The picture this site provides is actually the other side of highway, over a hill, so you can’t see it from campsite. but there’s a view of marshlands. It’s $20, have showers and toilets. There’s a small playground for kids. We came across people That said they camp there all the time and love it.
LegendThe direct road to the KOA was all jacked up due to a large construction project that closed the whole road. We got back on the Interstate & got off on exit 224. Took Co Rd 7 to HWY 52. This is a lot easier than the directions the KOA gave.
This is a small KOA Journey we stayed in 1 night on our way up North. It's an established campground, but well kept. We stayed on the office side of the road. The other side has newer sites & the pool. Our site was a buddy site, which I dislike. It was close to the bathrooms/showers though, which helps out my mobility challenged husband. I can put up with it for 1 night.
The bathrooms were clean. The laundry had 2 dryers out of service.
ScoutThis area is off a low maintenance dirt road. It is best to come in from the south as sometimes the gate on the river bridge to the north is closed.
There is a parking spot near a known dispersed camping site with easy vehicle access next to it. There are hiking trails that pass by this site.
ScoutPretty good site. Cool playground, pool is a little small and no wifi. Phone reception is choppy and worse on the weekends. Many different-sized sites. Right on the river. Great tubing. Weekend activities are very fun and the concerts are always fun, the band rocks.
TravelerA friendly campground host and wonderful county staff keep this little campground in good shape. Updated in 2025 with a new shower/restroom facility, fire rings, paved drive, and playground equipment. There are 20 sites, most of them will need some leveling for rvs. Generous firewood available for $5. Not many mosquitoes. ATT LTE cell 3 bars.
TravelerStayed in site 71 for 3 nights. Good level campsite and in walking around all the ones in the electric loop looked pretty level.
The shower house is the newer style - individual shower rooms and then a separate mens/women/handicapped bathroom. Showers were clean.
Lots of hiking - down to historic village and back is about 4.5 miles round trip.
If you get the chance, go do the the 1 hour walking tour of Mystery Cave - well worth the entry fee. if you go on weekend probably need to make reservations.
and finally need to check out Wykoff - and see Ed's Museum. Usually open on weekends. We went over during the week and wasn't open but you can get view inside from the street.
TV was able to pick up about 15 stations - but there is NO CELL SERVICE in the campground - no Verizon, ATT or T-Mobile. Wifi down at the ranger office.
Camping near Altura, Minnesota, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities that make for a great getaway. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different preferences.
Camping near Altura, Minnesota, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Altura, MN?
According to TheDyrt.com, Altura, MN offers a wide range of camping options, with 129 campgrounds and RV parks near Altura, MN and 5 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Altura, MN?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Altura, MN is Minneiska Campground — Whitewater State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 50 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Altura, MN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Altura, MN.
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