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Olson City Park in Worthington offers pet-friendly camping for dogs of all sizes with no breed restrictions. Campsites accommodate both tents and RVs, with designated areas for exercising dogs. The park features a dedicated dog run adjacent to the campground, giving pets space to play off-leash while remaining contained. Electric hookups are available at all sites, with drinking water accessible from central spigots. The grounds remain tidy with well-maintained, spacious sites providing adequate room for pets and camping equipment. Clean restrooms and free showers benefit campers after outdoor activities with their dogs.
Adrian City Park and Magnolia City Campground provide additional pet-friendly options within 30 miles of Bigelow. Both locations permit dogs throughout the campground with standard leash requirements. Adrian's full-hookup sites cost approximately $29-30 per night with water, sewer, and electric connections for RV campers with pets. The small Magnolia City Campground offers an economical option at only $15 per night for full hookups, operating on a first-come, first-served basis with self-pay system. Island Park near Rock Rapids features a large swimming area suitable for water-loving dogs, though owners should note the campground occasionally experiences noise from nearby Rapid Speedway during race events. During summer, the playground areas at these parks offer families and their pets space to socialize while enjoying outdoor recreation.
"We had a rainy night but had potential for a nice walk next to the lake. A bit of traffic nearby but didn’t disturb us at all in our van."
"Right on the lake. Nice amenities such as a playground, dog run, and disc golf course. Electric sites with a central faucet (for filling jugs and bottles) and a pump out in the back."
from $23 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Park has nice trails and bluffs. Bison are within the park but did not see. Rangers and staff very friendly. Would be great for overnighter."
"Quiet place with nice bike and walking paths. Electric only 30amp water close by. Full dump station."
from $24 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Nice Grassy site, dogs had a wonderful time. Loads of things for kids to do. In fact other site’s kids were up and playing far past 10 pm. Loudly enough we had to turn our ac on in order to sleep."
"Its near the highway so there is road noise but nothing that kept me from sleeping. I booked by emailing and they emailed back to confirm."
"Follow the gps location on the app. Don’t use the address off of the city’s web site. Plus there are signs for camping that will lead you right to it."
"The campground is nearby the City Rock Rapids .You can walk and bicycle ride around the Campground. You need not a reservation. Come and drive in ."
"A good place to camp for the night with gas and groceries nearby. All sites have electricity but only 20/30/60 amps. Water spigots are spread throughout the campground."
from $5 - $45 / night
Check Availability"This campground is right on the lake! The spots are spacious, the bathrooms are clean, and the price is right. There are a few docks available for boating, fishing or just lake gazing."
"Close to many amenities and quiet overall"
from $26 - $38 / night
Check Availability"They have nice long paved trails for walking and biking. We got to walk our dogs on it to avoid tick contact from the grassy trails. There was a cool suspension bridge that was fun to walk on."
"We had a tent site, number 24, and it was tucked into the woods but still close to the parking lot!"
"This campground is right on spirit lake and a really wonderful peaceful place to spend a night."
"Easy driving distance to Arnold's Park. Campground is Clean, Showers/Bathrooms are new and modern. Full Hookups are easy to use. many spots in the Oak Woods."
from $16 - $36 / night
Check Availability"We camped here over the weekend with our dogs. The campground is within 10 miles off of I90.
The park is not very big so there are not many campsites.""This is a sweet little tucked away oasis near Sioux Falls featuring trails, bluffs and climbing options. Great views and clean camp sites."
ScoutClean bathrooms and showers and close to Falls Park. Tons of amenities for families with kids. Close to the interstate. Great for a one night stay on the way to bigger and better sights. Stayed with a dog and was glad to see the other campers had their pets leashed at all times.
ScoutStayed for 3 nights. Very shady, but does not have sewer or water hookup. 30 amp electric service. Grounds are well maintained and the restroom and shower facilities are very up to date but heavily used. Sites are closer than I like. Park has nice trails and bluffs. Bison are within the park but did not see. Rangers and staff very friendly. Would be great for overnighter. The most irritating thing about the park were the next door neighbors who let their five dogs use our campsite as an area for deification. People with pets need to be respectful of others. I have come to the conclusion that all pets should be banned from public lands.
ScoutSpacious sites and great full hook up sites!! Tons of walking trails and pet friendly!! You’ll see lots of birds and deer... Second time here and love it!!
RangerTucked back along a winding road past a cemetery, you'll find this cozy site, a well-groomed park with a handful of drive-in sites, picnic pavilions, and lots of open spaces. There's also an absolutely gorgeous lake and a small footbridge over an artificial dam/waterfall.
Lime Lake County Park's drive-in sites feature picnic tables and fire pits, along with electric hook up sites. There's no camp host, so after you drop in your $17/night fee in the strong box, you can settle in for the day, or perhaps launch your boat from the provided dock and ramp.
Leashed pets are allowed, and I highly recommend the walk to the back, over the footbridge where you can listen to the relaxing sound of the lake draining into a creek.
The toilet area features one stall, but it does have plumbing.
ScoutThis campground is right on the lake! The spots are spacious, the bathrooms are clean, and the price is right. There are a few docks available for boating, fishing or just lake gazing. This is a great location as a home base to everything in Okoboji. Start the morning with coffee at the beach, hop on the Great Lakes bike trail and everything is nearby.
All the campsites are on crushed gravel so be prepared to sweep frequently or leave your shoes outside.
Dog friendly, lots of places to walk the dogs. Can't leave the dogs unattended in the camper, so keep that in mind when planning trips. Boji Bark has doggie daycare.
GuideFound this site by luck just searching on the Minnesota DNR site! Lots of RV sites but there are 4 walk in sites down a small trail, very private and away from everyone else. We chose site 4 and we definitely made the right decision!! Great hiking with beautiful sights. We will definitely be back and are already planning our next visit!
LegendWe stayed here for one night on the way to the Black Hills in South Dakota. The campground is in the far south western corner of Minnesota about 30 minutes for Sioux Falls South Dakota. The site is in the middle of grasslands and cornfields. They have very organized park staff that have an efficient check in process. The campground has some nice ponds and bike routes. It’s located next to a bison range and tours are available. Unfortunately the camp sites are packed in on top of each other with no privacy. You have a lot of local large RV users using loud generators and playing music until after midnight. They have good facilities with showers and dump stations. During our stay, the water in the camp tested positive for bacteria and the camp was giving out free drinking water. Since you don’t have many options in the area, this may be a good choice. The overcrowding was our main issue.
GuideI find writing a review for this state park and campground to be quite difficult. The park itself is great. It’s very beautiful, very serene, and not crowded. There’s a little more action around the rock climbing area, and the play area can get quite rowdy with local children as well as campers.
My problem totally lies with the campsite. First and foremost all of the campsites are extremely cramped and extremely open. Even the ones that look like they are hidden in trees and bush, are actually mere feet away from the next campsite. And therefore there really is no privacy or feeling like you’re out in the country.
This campsite, as a whole, from what I could tell on my visit, is used by people whose primary objective is to sit outside with their friends and drink. This is not a campsite to serve people who are coming primarily to enjoy the park. This means that there are a lot of screaming children, rowdy late night conversations, and more than a few misbehaved pooches (the dog in the site next to me —to my right by 20 ft—was territorial and growled at everyone who walked past).
I would come here again to enjoy the park, but I definitely would not camp here again. It felt more like a Boy Scout jamboree, but with adults and alcohol.
TravelerLove this place very close to the major city of anything is needed. Nature and trails all around, lake for fishing and swimming, love to come out during the summer with the dogs!
Bigelow, Minnesota camping sites offer access to a mix of prairies and small lakes with elevations generally between 1,500-1,700 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-85°F with occasional thunderstorms, while spring and fall camping seasons feature cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. Most campgrounds in the region remain open from April through October, with limited winter access.
Hike quartzite formations: At Palisades State Park Campground, trails lead through unique rock formations. "Stunning quartzite formations make for some great climbing. It's a really small park which is both good and bad. The trails aren't very long, but it's not usually overcrowded," notes Jessica B.
Fishing opportunities: The lakes near pet friendly campgrounds around Bigelow provide good fishing spots. At Island Park - Rock Rapids, campers can access "river with a lot of fish" according to Amber P., who also mentions the "huge swimming area" that makes this a good option for pets who enjoy water.
Disc golf courses: Several campgrounds offer disc golf for campers. Erin S. notes that Olson City Park has "amenities such as a playground, dog run, and disc golf course," making it another dog accommodating option near Bigelow.
Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers at Blue Mounds State Park Campground. "Bathrooms are nice and clean. There's a little free library near the restroom," reports Tori K., who also notes that "firewood is available at the park office."
Wildlife viewing: The prairie landscape offers opportunities to see native animals. Bruce P. mentions that Blue Mounds State Park "features natural prairie and a buffalo herd. Bison tours are available."
Water recreation: Emerson Bay State Recreation Area Campground receives praise for its lake access. Samantha B. says it's "right on the lake! The spots are spacious, the bathrooms are clean, and the price is right. There are a few docks available for boating, fishing or just lake gazing."
Train noise: Some campgrounds experience noise disruptions. Leon W. notes at Palisades State Park: "The trains ran close by, and the flies were terrible."
Highway proximity: At Adrian City Park, Stephen D. reports: "Is a great campground. It has 121 spots and is right next to I90 which is really loud even at night."
Water issues: Water access can be limited at certain sites. Kara B. mentions that at Blue Mounds, "From flooding a couple of years ago, they are having some water issues. They give you jugs of drinking water on check in."
Speedway noise: Some campgrounds experience periodic noise from nearby events. John G. warns about Island Park: "The night we stayed, there was racing going on at Rapid Speedway that lasted well into the evening. Extremely LOUD."
Playground options: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Bigelow feature play areas for children. At Olson City Park, Jenni C. reports: "The campsites were clean, facilities were top notch, and the park and walking path provided a great spot to wear kids out before continuing on."
Swimming options: Look for campgrounds with swimming access during summer. At Island Park, Amber P. highlights the "huge swimming area with slides for kids" that makes this location good for families with children and pets.
Budget-friendly options: Magnolia City Campground offers affordable camping with amenities. Jessica B. notes: "We just needed a place to stay for the night. The playground was rated 'amazing' by our kids."
Family-friendly environment: Campgrounds that create a social atmosphere work well. Faustina B. says of Adrian City Park: "When we pulled up it popped into my brain 'this is how camping should be'. I liked seeing people spending time together, playing games, campfires, relaxed."
Electric hookup locations: At some campgrounds, power access points require planning. Jesse H. notes at Magnolia City Campground: "I did notice that the power boxes are set up is only few spots with multiple power boxes on the post. So you could need a power cord extension."
Level sites: RVers should be prepared for varied site conditions. At Big Sioux Recreation Area — Big Sioux, Heidi M. mentions: "Our site was nice, level, spacious, and had plenty of grass coverage (instead of dirt)."
Dump station access: Some campgrounds have unusual dump station layouts. Tori K. observes at Blue Mounds State Park: "Layout for getting water and dump station is a little odd as you have to drive through the campground to get to it rather than it being on your way out."
Campground navigation: Larger rigs may find some campgrounds challenging. Bruce P. notes at Blue Mounds State Park: "All types of camping is available, tent, RVs trailers, 5th wheels, Class A, etc. We have 46 foot toy hauler" indicating that larger vehicles can access the campground.
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