Best RV Parks near Cottage Grove, MN

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Best RV Sites Near Cottage Grove, MN (73)

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    1. Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River

    7 Reviews
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    49 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Hidden Meadows RV Park

    4 Reviews
    3 Photos
    21 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $38 - $45 / night

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    3. Country Camping RV Park

    2 Reviews
    5 Photos
    30 Saves
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
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    4. Dakotah Meadows Campground

    10 Reviews
    15 Photos
    32 Saves
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    • Reservable
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    5. Northern Detour RV Site on Poplar Lake

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    About Us

    Northern Detour has been a beloved RV park for decades. We are committed to providing a welcoming and peaceful environment for all visitors. Many of our camp goers make Northern Detour RV Park their summer home year after year.

    Our Facilities

    Northern Detour sits on 600 feet of beautiful lakeshore on Poplar lake, Wisconsin. Lounge at the shore, fish, swim, kayak, paddle board, relax. We have 18 sites, each including electric, water and septic hookups. We also offer boat slip rentals. We are pet friendly. We have picnic tables and fire rings available for use.

    Our Location

    We are conveniently located one hour north of the Twin Cities of Minnesota, near all the best attractions in the area: state parks, hiking trails, lakes, wineries, shopping and even an adventure park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • RVs
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $2495 / night

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      6. Tresure Island RV Park

      4 Reviews
      9 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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      7. Town & Country Campground & RV Park

      7 Reviews
      29 Photos
      28 Saves
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      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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        8. Refuge RV Park

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        • RVs
        • Standard (Tent/RV)
        • Trash
        • Firewood Available
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        9. Wildwood RV Park & Campground

        6 Reviews
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        27 Saves

        We are located just 3 miles outside of the beautiful town of Taylors Falls. Enjoy this family-friendly campground. Each site comes with a picnic table and a fire ring. It's s'more fun camping at Wildwood Campground!

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        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • ADA Access

        $40 - $63 / night

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        10. Lake Byllesby Campground

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        Capacity Maximum six people per campsite One RV per water/electric backin and water/electric pull-through site. One camper (or two tents) per electric only site. A tent with RV is permitted on sites #1-17 and #47-83 for an additional $8 (plus tax) per night. Amenities Lakeside or lakeview sites On-site caretakers Picnic table Fire ring (Firewood restrictions) Accessible restrooms with showers Camp store – closed until further notice due to COVID-19 Children’s playground Sanitary dump station Motorized and non-motorized boat launch Swimming beach - closed due to improvement project Horseshoe pits – closed due to improvement project, available in September Picnic shelter Handicap accessible site Paved lakeside trail with connection to Mill Towns State Trail and Cannon Valley Trail Water supply to applicable campsites (after Oct. 1, water will be shut off when temperatures are forecast to be below freezing)

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        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • ADA Access

        $39 - $60 / night

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      Recent RV Reviews In Cottage Grove

      553 Reviews of 73 Cottage Grove Campgrounds


      • J
        Camper-submitted photo from Highland Ridge
        Oct. 13, 2024

        Highland Ridge

        Beautiful in the fall

        This is a smaller Corps of Engineers park, lots of primitive sites and lots electric sites too. A smaller lake but no gas motors. Cell service with Verizon was ok.

      • wThe Dyrt PRO User
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        Aug. 5, 2024

        Minneapolis Southwest KOA

        Older koa

        We stayed at this koa because it was our only way to watch softball tournament. We stayed 5 days and it was fairly nice. People that were working were very helpful and nice. Lost power a couple hours twice because of branches falling g from trees.

      • Molly M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Willow River State Park
        Aug. 4, 2024

        Willow River State Park

        Very nice camping

        Lovely trails, the beach is a large area with a nice park and picnic area. The water itself is ok, lots of geese and algae. The falls are wonderful though. The bathrooms are fine. I could not find a garbage bin to save my life, not near the bathrooms or anywhere in campground 200 or by the park ranger post. If there were garbage cans dispersed throughout the campground, I would have given 5 stars. Especially along the trail to the waterfalls because there was garbage all along the trail unfortunately. Not the camps fault, but maybe people would be more responsible if garbage bins were placed along the route.

      • TThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from William O'Brien State Park
        Jul. 31, 2024

        William O'Brien State Park

        OK but not great

        The east part of the park was all closed for construction. Everything on the east side of the highway was closed so we could not hike a lot of the trails or use the beach which was a challenge with kids. Constructing is scheduled to the end of 2025.

        We stayed in a group site but there was no way 35 people could have camped in W3. Vaulted toilets need help and a good cleaning.

        The shower house needed a cleaning as well. There is no adjusting the shower temperature. Push the button and you get what you get.

        Wood was $8 bundle. This was steep in my opinion. They do not all any gathering of firewood.

        If your vehicle permit is not properly displayed, you will receive a notice on your windshield and have to talk with the office.

        The dumpster was overflowing the whole time we were there.

        Raccoons will visit your site at night. We had everything secured but they still tried and plenty of racket until we chased them away.

        Lastly we had a battle with mosquitoes. We went through a lot of bug spray and coils. Deer flies were thick around the water filling station.

        Although we did not stay in the main campground the sites are very close in there and were small.

      • David G.
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        Jul. 28, 2024

        Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River

        Fun place

        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 the. It was fine. Also very hot and humid so everyone was running AC to the max. Pool was small but nice. Splash pad was even nice for adults I recommend this campground. Key thing is the river is very clean and sandy bottom.

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        Jul. 23, 2024

        Lake Elmo County Park Preserve

        Great camping

        This was a great experience overall. The sites are spacious and far enough away from others to feel like there was enough privacy.

        The one negative thing was that some neighbors watched a movie each night — starting just after quiet hours. We could hear their movie from across a road and through some trees (and tents).

        But overall it was great. Good hiking and geocaching.

        We would go back to this campground.

      • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
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        Jul. 20, 2024

        Town & Country Campground & RV Park

        If you want to be close to the city this does it

        We’re in town to catch a twins game and see the mall of America and this was a campground not too far from both. It’s an easy on and off the interstate, super close to a gas station and RV wash bay. Also super close to some very large power lines. The kids enjoyed the compact playground and pool. The site were in is w&e only but they have a dump station. It appears to be sold out for the weekend so book ahead. Lots of MN license plates and a few of us from out of state too.

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Highland Ridge
        Jul. 20, 2024

        Highland Ridge

        Clean and relatively quiet

        Lots of RV campers, but none were obnoxious. T-mobile service is almost non-existent depending on location. The showers and bathrooms were spotless. Firewood is available at several roadside stands just outside the entrance.

      • 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.

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
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        Jul. 13, 2024

        Minneapolis Southwest KOA

        Unlevel sites, broken dump station

        About the only nice thing about this place is the lady who answered the phone, Valerie.

        She was extremely nice other than that it was gravel. Roads that were poorly maintained trucks were parked sticking out into the road making it difficult to get around. The site was very unlevel and the water Spicket didn’t really work very well.. we paid for two nights and bought a KOA review or rewards program to do it… We refused to stay the second night when we called to see if we could get our money back the gentleman who checked us in as a ground tender was rude and choppy he wasn’t very friendly when he brought us into the place.

        The place was packed like sardines… Very difficult to negotiate at night.

        Overall, the worst campground we’ve stayed in in the two RV trips we’ve taken from Florida to Minnesota. There are so many beautiful state parks don’t bother with this KOA not even for a one nighter.

        We were stuck on a back loop. There were a lot of mosquitoes bugs and mud… It just wasn’t a nice experience.

      • dominick C.
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        Jun. 9, 2024

        Wildwood RV Park & Campground

        Great family trip

        Through a short weekend trip the camp site was a great size for us. Everyone was nice and friendly especially camp staff. The kayaking/ canoeing was an amazing adventure that everyone should try. It was even great for kids 3 and 6.

      • R
        Camper-submitted photo from Bunker Hills Regional Park
        Jun. 5, 2024

        Bunker Hills Regional Park

        Same day booking

        Went early in the season in the afternoon and had no problems getting a good spot with electric hookups. Better for someone with an RV, and more seemingly a weekend spot for the family.

      • Jaime P.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Meadows RV Park
        Jun. 3, 2024

        Hidden Meadows RV Park

        Staff friendly, but the park is not so great

        Campsites are very closely spaced together. I was thankful no one was placed near our campsite to give us more room. The permanent campsites are practically on top of one another. If you’re bringing the kids there is literally nothing to do there. They do have a play-set but that’s where it ends. I think this campground may be under new ownership and it may be nice to see what they do with it in a year or two. For now the picnic tables are run down. The parking pads are very unlevel. WiFi signal is weak at best. If you have Verizon don’t count on service. Antenna strength is weak. Also oddly spaced power hook up with sewer and water placements. Overall not a horrible experience but not a great one. Mostly like will not return.

      • Tiffany K.
        Camper-submitted photo from Willow River State Park
        May. 13, 2024

        Willow River State Park

        Nice state park close to the twin cities

        Stayed here for our first camping of the season. It's a great park that has hiking, mountain bike trails, water features and good mix of electric and non electric sites.

      • Ken The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Willow River State Park
        Apr. 18, 2024

        Willow River State Park

        Great park for quick city getaway

        It’s a great park conveniently located near the twin cities making it a great spot for a quick getaway.

      • 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.

      • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Tresure Island RV Park
        Oct. 26, 2023

        Tresure Island RV Park

        Crowded park, nice people

        We were here for a night to see a concert at the amphitheater and everyone was super friendly. It was easy to check in, and we were able to do laundry and shower which was great. It’s mostly gravel but they have some tent sites on the grass. They are dog friendly and have some grassy areas to walk your pets which was great.

      • Heather N.
        Camper-submitted photo from Cannon Falls Campground
        Oct. 12, 2023

        Cannon Falls Campground

        Love this place!

        We started coming here in 2020 and got on the seasonal list right away. We have now been seasonals 2 years and absolutely love it!! The owners and family are amazing. They have tons of things to do for the kids! We have two boys 12 and 5 and they love it here! We can't say enough good things about Cannon Falls Campground!

      • Brad J.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
        Oct. 6, 2023

        St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park

        Beautiful grounds and very friendly hosts

        Only tricky part is finding a level spot if you don't have leveling rams or jacks. Otherwise it's relatively well spaced apart sites with 20amp service. Clean modern facilities and beautiful grounds. Came in around $24 for our stay.

      • Michelle B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Baker Park Reserve
        Oct. 5, 2023

        Baker Park Reserve

        Great park for a variety of campers

        The "loops" aren't straight so it gives a variety of sizes in the sites. Some loops are electric and some aren't. No water or sewer at any sites. Water and dump station located at the office. Office staff are very helpful. Beautiful park to walk around. Couldn't do anything at the lake due to bacteria in the lake.

      • R
        Camper-submitted photo from Rice Creek Campgrounds
        Oct. 2, 2023

        Rice Creek Campgrounds

        Visited from Red Deer, Highly Impressed

        Being from Alberta my campground standards are high but I also prefer a neat and simple campsite. When Rice Creek Campground opens up again in April I'd highly recommend going there if all you want is a simple camping experience to get away from the city grind. I had my tent, fire and books to read and was the happiest camper in the world. I went there no joke because my driver from tow truck red deer recommended it and I stopped while in the area. So glad I did!

      • Tonya B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Rice County McCullough Park
        Aug. 29, 2023

        Rice County McCullough Park

        Quiet Campground on Nice Lake

        Sites were long enough for our 40ft fifth wheel camper plus the truck and we had a large yard. Sites have crushed asphalt base and are decently level. Grounds are well maintained. Two boat/fishing docks, playground, pavilion, and hiking trails for things to do. Price is very reasonable for water and electric hookup. Just be prepared for the bugs!



      Guide to Cottage Grove

      Camping near Cottage Grove, Minnesota, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. With lush parks and scenic trails, it’s a great place for families and friends to enjoy nature together.

      What to do

      • Hiking: Explore the trails at Willow River State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, “Lovely trails, the beach is a large area with a nice park and picnic area.” Another camper noted, “Plenty of sites and hiking to do. Very cool area.”
      • Water Activities: Head to Interstate State Park for canoeing or kayaking. A reviewer shared, “Canoe and kayak rentals for more adventures on the river.”
      • Wildlife Watching: At Wild River State Park Campground, you can spot deer and other wildlife. One camper said, “The woods surrounding dense enough to obscure others while still feeling open.”

      What campers like

      • Secluded Sites: Campers appreciate the privacy at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park Campground. A visitor remarked, “Sites are wooded so you don’t have neighbor issues.”
      • Clean Facilities: Many enjoy the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Lebanon Hills Regional Park stated, “The showers were clean and the hot water was great.”
      • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Lake Elmo County Park Reserve are great for families. One parent said, “Great camping... Good hiking and geocaching.”

      What you should know

      • No Alcohol Allowed: Some parks, like Afton State Park Campground, have strict rules against alcohol. A camper noted, “NO alcohol allowed.”
      • Limited Amenities: Campers at Lake Maria State Park mentioned, “There is no adjusting the shower temperature.” Be prepared for basic facilities.
      • Bug Spray is Essential: Many campers warn about mosquitoes, especially in warmer months. One reviewer at William O'Brien State Park said, “We went through a lot of bug spray and coils.”

      Tips for camping with families

      • Choose Spacious Sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites like Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve. A visitor shared, “Spacious sites that are situated in a staggered way, so you never feel like you’re on top of each other.”
      • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One family at Afton State Park enjoyed the trails, saying, “Great trails for all different skill levels.”
      • Pack Snacks: Keep the kids happy with snacks during hikes. A camper at Wild River State Park mentioned, “Hiking was awesome.”

      Tips from RVers

      • Check Site Sizes: RV campers at Lebanon Hills Regional Park recommend checking site sizes before booking. One said, “Some sites are more shaded than others.”
      • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Campers at Interstate State Park noted, “The site did not have electricity, but there were plenty of sites in the inner circle that did.”
      • Stay Connected: If you need to stay connected, check cell service availability. A visitor at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park mentioned, “T-Mobile service is one (1) bar of LTE.”

      Camping around Cottage Grove, Minnesota, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a fun family adventure.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular RV campsite near Cottage Grove, MN?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Cottage Grove, MN is Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River with a 4.9-star rating from 7 reviews.

      • What is the best site to find RV camping near Cottage Grove, MN?

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