Camping opportunities near Brooklyn Center, Minnesota offer convenient access to both natural settings and urban amenities. Located in the northern Minneapolis metro area at approximately 860 feet elevation, this region experiences warm summers with average July temperatures of 83°F and cold winters dropping to 7°F in January. Fall camping season typically runs from September through mid-October with cooler temperatures and fewer insects.
What to do
Tubing on the Rum River: Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River provides equipment and transportation for river adventures. "The campground is nice and clean. Good size spaces. The tubing is a plus. Had one issue with power dropping so we had to pull the surge protector off then it was fine. Key thing is the river is very clean and sandy bottom," notes David G.
Water activities for kids: Country Camping RV Park features multiple water-based options for families. "Love this place. Close to the Twin Cities, right on the Rum River. Great tent sites right on the river. Tubing! They have a bus that takes you into town float back to the campground, love it," shares Tom D.
Explore nearby attractions: For campers wanting day trips, St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park provides a central location. "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. We stayed here to visit the nearby quarry park and that was a blast!" reports Teresa O.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained amenities at rv parks near Brooklyn Center. "Bath house and laundry and card controlled ($5 card deposit on check in)…well maintained facilities. Dog park available, watch a few spots in fence near bottom where fencing has risen up…little dogs could easily climb under," advises Beth B. about Dakotah Meadows RV Park.
Family-friendly amenities: Multiple campgrounds offer dedicated features for children. "This campground is great for everyone! It has a heated pool, splash pad area, BIG playground area, indoor game room, HUGE sites! You can either relax in the pool or even take a ride down the rum river in a rented canoe, tube, or kayak," explains Spencer C. about Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River.
Recreational variety: Beyond water activities, campgrounds offer diverse entertainment options. "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," describes Aaron L. at St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds operate from May through October with limited year-round options. "We've stayed at Country Camping for years! Great variety of things to do for everyone. Group sites, tent sites, covered wagon sites! Floating on the Rum River, swimming pool with splash pad, little camp store, Golf cart rentals! Our grandkids love it too!" shares Carol H.
