RV camping near Deerwood, Minnesota offers multiple options beyond traditional lakeside sites. Located within the Lakes Region in Crow Wing County, the area sits at approximately 1,250 feet elevation and experiences warm summers with highs around 80°F and cold winters with substantial snowfall. Most campgrounds in the region provide seasonal access from April/May through October due to Minnesota's winter conditions.
What to do
Mountain biking on the Cuyuna trails: The Cuyuna City Campground provides direct access to the renowned mountain biking network. "Pump track is great to warm up on... Trail connector with easy access to Bobsled is right there and you can ride to Cruser's Kettle," notes Kellen W., who appreciates the convenient trail connections.
Golf vacations: Minnesota National RV Park is situated directly within a golf course. "The golf course is amazing - one of the nicer public courses in the state. I can see a lot of folks choosing this RV park as a golf vacation," states Bret S., highlighting the integration of camping and golfing.
Paul Bunyan Trail cycling: Access the paved trail system from several campgrounds for day trips to nearby towns. "Rode our bikes on the Paul Bunyan Trail to Nisswa and had some ice cream at The Chocolate Ox. Did a little shopping and got a beer at the brewery," shares Jesse J. about the recreational opportunities from Wildwedge Golf and RV Park.
What campers like
Large, private sites: Many RV parks offer spacious campsites with good separation. "Sites are very large and it is nicely wooded. They have a few areas where the sites are more in the open but not many," explains Josh H. about Hardy's Lake in the Woods RV Resort.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds maintain well-kept restrooms and shower facilities. "Shower house with toilets are clean," confirms Kellen W. at Cuyuna City Campground, which offers both RV and tent camping options.
Concrete pads: Some campgrounds feature upgraded site surfaces. "Concrete pads was a nice touch. The grounds were beautifully landscaped with full grass. Many lots were set with concrete slabs, making set-up fast and easy," reports Jody M. about RV Resort Village.
What you should know
Visitor policies vary: Some resorts have strict policies about guests. "We give this resort 5 stars because, despite it not being visitor friendly, they are up front in their policies about visitors and the place is great in all other respects," mentions Mary F.
Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds have limited operating seasons. "We stayed here Memorial Day weekend and it was their first weekend open," notes Josh H. about Hardy's Lake in the Woods RV Resort.
Hookup configurations: Utility placement can be challenging at some parks. "Biggest negative is that the utility hookups are designed for a Class A Motorhome so for my trailer, they were on the wrong side. Had to get a longer water hose and extension for sewer line....NOT IDEAL," warns Kelcey K.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and water activities: Some campgrounds offer recreational amenities specifically for children. "Huge kiddy play area on water, free kayak and paddle board use," notes a reviewer at Birch Bay RV Resort.
Winter ice fishing options: For cold weather camping, Hidden Bay RV Resort offers winter accommodations. "I'm talking winter camping on the lake on the Ice in an 'Ice castle' catching walleye... well plowed roads, nice showers. Lots of other ice fisherman in January and February," reports Michael V.
Recreational variety: Look for campgrounds with multiple on-site activities. "The kids loved the mini golf and maze and we all loved the cute little golf course that was very well maintained," shares Jesse J. about Wildwedge Golf and RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Big rig considerations: Confirm site dimensions before booking. "Our RV GPS brought us right to the campground. We drove to FHU site 38 and backed in one and done," explains MickandKarla W. about Fiddlestix RV and Golf Resort.
Utility requirements: Bring extra hoses for some sites. "The utilities are in the back of pad in this CG, so you may need 20+ feet of electric, sewer, or water cord/hose depending on your rig's configuration," advises MickandKarla W. at Fiddlestix RV and Golf Resort.
Connectivity options: Cell service and internet availability vary. "We got 3 bars LTE on Verizon, and there was no CG WiFi," reports a camper, noting that satellite internet users should consider tree coverage when selecting sites.
