Top Tent Camping near Cold Spring, MN

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Cold Spring and then fall asleep in your tent? The Dyrt helps you find campsites with tent camping near Cold Spring. You're sure to find the perfect tent campsite for your Minnesota camping adventure.

Best Tent Sites Near Cold Spring, MN (21)

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Recent Tent Reviews In Cold Spring

293 Reviews of 21 Cold Spring Campgrounds


  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Oct. 31, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Nice place. Lots of traffic

    Plenty of spots. Fairly small spots. This road is pretty busy for a dirt forest road and people FLY down it. Almost got hit a few times walking. Even through a Wednesday night cars are flying down the road.

  • David T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground
    Oct. 23, 2024

    Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground

    A really excellent stop over, although I didn't need a whole hookup!

    I was traveling Eastward through the upper Midwest and had a really hard time in this area finding a place to camp. I finally came across this place. 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. I ended up paying a fair amount of money for a full hookup site. The bathrooms were extremely modern and clean.

    There were some really nice wide trails around the lake. I think those were basically designed for cross-country skiing in the winter. But they made a perfect opportunity for me to let the dog run off. Leash. Probably was not within the rules, but it was very quiet there and the dog didn't bother anybody with her running.

  • Tori K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Masonic West River Campground
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Masonic West River Campground

    Large riverfront sites

    Amazing campsite! Sites are large and grassy! We had a lakeview site right off the paved walking/biking trail with room for a large tent and the pop-up camper. Fire ring and picnic table provided. A man drives through the campsite close to dusk to sell firewood as there is no traditional office. Bathrooms and showers are located near the dump station and dumpster. Be on the lookout for the code for the doors during your reservation process. We had missed it and had to ask a neighbor if they knew the codes so we could shower.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

    Great Land, best place to relax and play my fav video game

    Really happy to be able to see some pictures of this lovely place, enjoying with family and pet is one of the most entertaining experience in life. Also have had a good time playing with the D2R items of my favourite video game. Will come back in this zone in the future.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sauk River City Park
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Sauk River City Park

    Lovely, new, accommodations in small town

    Rolled up in the middle of the night. $10 cash in the box for a tent site. Clean bathroom with shower. Felt safe and fell asleep quickly with the sound of the creek next to our site. Would definitely stay again.

  • Maria H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    Aug. 23, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

    Nice Place Very Interesting

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  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Cokato Lake RV Resort
    Aug. 9, 2024

    Cokato Lake RV Resort

    Great resort with outstanding amenities

    RV resort and some lot rentals, Heated pool, lake with beach, boat launch area just block away, tennis/pickle ball, mini golf, resort store with ice cream, goat park, paved roads and much more)!Contact for sales or rentals: 320-583-9711

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles Lindbergh State Park
    Aug. 6, 2024

    Charles Lindbergh State Park

    Nice and Clean, SUPER buggy

    Came through on an evening in July to meet a buddy canoeing the misssissippi. This was easily the buggiest site we stayed in all summer. Mosquitos so thick we had to wear nets over our faces. Maybe we’re just sensitive about it, but it was hard to get anything done.

  • Mukesh A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    Aug. 1, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

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  • Laurie V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Riverwood RV Park
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Mississippi Riverwood RV Park

    Buyer Beware!

     If you do NOT stay the entire amount of time you have paid for, you may lose the right to return to your site, even if your lease says the lot is still yours.

    My husband and I camped at MRRV Park from July 5 to August 5th,2023, because my husband had a job in the area. We signed a lease that went through October 15th. We agreed that the lot’s owner could find another renter after we left with the condition that some of our money would be refunded. Shortly after we left, my husband found out he had a second job in the twin cities. We tried to contact the owner many times to see if any other renters were lined up. Only by contacting the park board did we find that the lot had been rented out 2 days after we left. The lot’s owner refuses to return any money for the 9 extra weeks we paid for! My husband had to rent a hotel room☹ 

    The RV Park board refuses to help so we are going to court.

  • samuel C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Jul. 18, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Good forest road, nothing special

    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 stayed here for one night and roads were totally fine for any vehicle. Most spots are like the pictures shown. There are a few spots that have great views or pull-through areas, and there are limited spots that are big-rig friendly. Saw lots of dogs, and mine had a blast, even had what seemed to be a stray husky quickly roll through camp around dusk. Something to keep on your mind. The road goes for a long ways, I parked near the front and closer to numbers, always like to be safer. Overall there was some shouting and yelling but for the location I was happy.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Jul. 17, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Very Quiet

    There’s lots of little spots off the main gravel road. Nothing allowed further into the forest. One pull through area that I found. Couple vehicles pass a day. Stand storks are very protective. Stay away from them. They attack. 🤣

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Baker Park Reserve
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Baker Park Reserve

    Favorite spot

    This is just the best campground that is close to Minneapolis! Peaceful, quiet, with spacious sites that are situated in a staggered way, so you never feel like you’re on top of each other. The lake was a bit reedy and silty but overall a fantastic and easy option.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Jul. 2, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Quiet with lots of different bird sounds

    this is a nice quiet area. Some younger people coming through sporadically playing with their trucks but nothing serious and not often. Be aware if you have an rv though. I had a county sheriff person tell me it's not lawful to park a trailer and they kicked me out. I called the dnr and they said that wasn't right but I decided to leave anyway. County sheriff's not pleasent around here.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Sauk River City Park
    Jun. 4, 2024

    Sauk River City Park

    Exposed

    We arrived, checked it out and decided to leave. The grassy sites had recently been mowed, but were very muddy and right on top of each other. Lots of people fishing. We just felt exposed. Drive to Birch Lake State Forest instead.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Ann Lake
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Ann Lake

    Overnight Stay

    Very quiet campground, with large peaceful, rustic sites. We stopped for one night while traveling through Minneapolis area. Found several open sites on Saturday, first weekend in June. The road into the campground was a bit bumpy, take it slow it was only about 0.75 miles.

  • W
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    May. 21, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

    A great place with numerous facilities

    A great place with numerous facilities, including reliable Wi-Fi  Wave Executor and strong mobile service(Verizon). The office staff is very pleasant, making the experience even more enjoyable.

  • Katie C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Maria State Park
    May. 16, 2024

    Lake Maria State Park

    Overall good

    If you're looking for a beginner backpack spot, with privacy and not too far from the cities, then this will fit your bill. You can either do a short-hike from the parking lot via the road to B5 or a 1 mile easy hike via the trail. The backpacking sites are very spread out, we could barely tell anyone else was at the park with us ever. 

    B5 was beautiful, already lots of mosquitos for May (and appeared poison oak/ivy). I'm not sure what this park does differently than most other parks, but our privy was LOADED with spiders. I get it, it's the outdoors. But still, I've used many in-ground toilets and never had dozens of spiders covering the toilet seat/front. 

    Another reason we chose this park was for birding. The park ranger at check-in was not helpful and then said he's never heard of MN State Parks free birding kits to borrow, though it's clearly listed on several spots on their website. Bummer, but we still enjoyed our time.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    Apr. 28, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

    Games Lake County Park Experience!

    Nice to get it here. I know a little bit about this 'Games Lake County Park which is located on the east shore of Games Lake. Basically it is part of the “Norway chain of lakes,” which total 2,800 acres, and provides an excellent fish population. I'm sure that someone will enjoy this place a lot like playing boku casino games.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sauk River City Park
    Apr. 11, 2024

    Sauk River City Park

    Update of website needed

    The linked website says this is a year round park. Called to make sure payment could be done after 5, which is when I found out that it’s in fact not open year round, even without hookups.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Jan. 29, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Came back for round two

    Came back on a warm weekend. A bit more traffic, but after 12 p.m., not much of anything. I really recommend this for an easy stop if you're looking for a place to put up. It's peaceful and tons of spots to park.

  • Stuart O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Baker Park Reserve
    Nov. 3, 2023

    Baker Park Reserve

    Open Spacious RV Campsites

    Baker is our favorite campground when visiting family in the Twin Cities.  The grounds are absoutely gorgeous, with huge hardwoods that provide lots of shaded sites.  RV pads are gravel.  Shower facilities are very nice.  We enjoy walking the grounds down to the lake.

    Lake Independence has occasional bouts of bacteria that can result in beach closings.  So if swimming is an important part of your camping getaway, be sure to check whether the beach is open.  

    I can also say the site D03 is densely shaded, which is great for spreading out on hot summer days, but there is little grass near the pad which can result in muddy conditions after a deluge.



Guide to Cold Spring

Camping near Cold Spring, Minnesota, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature and make lasting memories.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Explore the beautiful trails at Lake Maria State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The backpacking sites are very spread out, we could barely tell anyone else was at the park with us ever."
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Lake Carlos State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and swimming. A camper noted, "Nice larger sites, usual campground stuff. I stayed across from the lake and it was great."
  • Bird Watching: Lake Maria State Park Campground is a great spot for birding. One reviewer shared, "The park ranger at check-in was not helpful... but we still enjoyed our time."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Campsites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve. A happy camper said, "Peaceful, quiet, with spacious sites that are situated in a staggered way."
  • Clean Facilities: Many visitors enjoy the clean restrooms and showers at Lake Carlos State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "Very clean restroom/shower house."
  • Helpful Staff: Campers often rave about the friendly staff at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve. A visitor shared, "Everyone here at Baker is so helpful and accommodating."

What you should know:

  • Bugs Can Be Bad: Be prepared for mosquitoes, especially in the warmer months. A camper at Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground noted, "The trails are probably not maintained... but they were almost impossible to hike on simply because of the amount of mosquitoes."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Lake Maria State Park Campground, have fewer amenities. A visitor mentioned, "No water or sewer at any sites. Water and dump station located at the office."
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak season. A camper at Bunker Hills Regional Park said, "Went early in the season... had no problems getting a good spot with electric hookups."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids, like Sinclair Lewis City Campground. One family shared, "Direct access to the bike trail, tons to do for the kids when mom and dad were worn out."
  • Plan for Outdoor Fun: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep the kids entertained. A camper at Lake Carlos State Park Campground mentioned, "Each site had a fire ring and picnic table."
  • Pack Bug Spray: Don’t forget bug spray to keep the mosquitoes at bay. A visitor at Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground warned, "Mosquitos so thick we had to wear nets over our faces."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the campsite. A reviewer at Ann Lake said, "We were able to find a spot for our 26ft Class C."
  • Look for Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Bunker Hills Regional Park, offer electric hookups. A camper noted, "Better for someone with an RV."
  • Be Prepared for Rough Roads: Some campgrounds have bumpy access roads. A visitor at Ann Lake mentioned, "The road into the campground was a bit bumpy, take it slow."

Camping near Cold Spring, Minnesota, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Cold Spring, MN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Cold Spring, MN is Lake Maria State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 30 reviews.

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