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Andy S.
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ScoutDago Lake
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Have to balance out the last review. Right off the road, you can’t drive very far in. Looks like a squatter camping from the road. Also feels like squatting on the corner of someone’s property off the road.
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Camping near Hillside Terrace Homes, Minnesota ranges from developed campgrounds with electric hookups and showers to free dispersed sites in remote settings. Top-rated campgrounds in the area include options for both tent and RV campers, with waterfront sites, year-round access, and free primitive camping all within reach. Moose Lake State Park Campground offers both tent and RV sites with electric hookups and showers, operating primarily from May through September. Jay Cooke State Park provides year-round camping with cabin options alongside traditional tent and RV sites. For those seeking more primitive experiences, Dago Lake offers free dispersed camping in a remote setting. The area's mixed-use campgrounds typically provide varying levels of amenities, from basic tent pads to full RV hookups with water and electricity.
Camping availability follows seasonal patterns, with most developed campgrounds fully operational between May and October. Winter camping remains available at select locations like Jay Cooke State Park, though with reduced services. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends when waterfront sites fill quickly. Facilities at established sites typically include drinking water, toilets, and fire rings, while dispersed areas like Dago Lake require self-sufficiency with no amenities. Road conditions vary significantly, especially for accessing remote areas. According to one visitor at Dago Lake, "Free dispersed camping off Dago Lake Road between Willow River & Sturgeon Lake. Quiet aside from the occasional car. Pitch black at night."
Waterfront camping represents a significant draw throughout the region, with several highly-rated options situated on lakes. Moose Lake City Park receives consistently positive reviews for its lakeside setting, though visitors note the presence of goose droppings along the shore. Family-oriented campgrounds like Bent Trout Lake Campground provide additional recreational amenities including swimming beaches, boat rentals, and fishing access on private lakes. Several campers highlight the quieter experience at state park campgrounds, particularly mid-week. One visitor to Moose Lake State Park noted, "We camped here mid-week and the place was not full so it was quiet and sites have trees and shrubs for some privacy." Most campground options balance natural settings with practical amenities, making the area suitable for various camping preferences.
Best Campgrounds near Hillside Terrace Homes (159)
1. Jay Cooke State Park Campground
"Jay Cooke is really a must experience state park within easy driving distance to other parks in Minnesota and Wisconsin."
"North east Minnesota has some very beautiful country. Highly recommend this spot. "
from $23 - $90 / night
Check Availability2. Moose Lake State Park Campground
"The trails are nice walking trails with picturesque views of the lake. Campsite fee was $23, vehicle registration $7 for the day, firewood $6 for the day."
"Unbelievable AGATE MUSEUM at the main entrance. Men’s bathroom was very clean and showers worked great. Nice well groomed trails, well maintained campsites and campgrounds."
from $24 - $75 / night
Check Availability3. Banning State Park Campground
"Bawning park is a walk through the history of the area the self guided tour is both informative and entertaining and the hike along the river is one to remember featuring the only class 5 rapids in Minnesota"
"There are miles of trails to hike, including along the river and to a waterfall, all kinds of paddling and rafting possibilities(bring your own, or join a trip sponsored by a local outfitter), or go bouldering"
from $24 - $80 / night
Check Availability4. Bent Trout Lake Campground
"The lake is privately owned so the wonderful fishing is only open to guests and there is very good fishing there."
"Bent Trout Lake Campground is a beauty. They have tent camping with hookups at times. There is a great, well-maintained lake which in turn makes the beach just as nice as the lake itself."
from $10 - $30 / night
5. Moose Lake City Park
"Only downfall was all the goose poop and bugs, but thats to be expected on the lake. The weekend host and his wife were very nice people!"
6. Willow River Campground — General C.C. Andrews State Forest
"Kind of off the beaten path. You have to take the Willow River exit and go through the town a little bit. There's a small sign next to the Squirrel Cage restaurant and bar."
"Located a few miles from the soo line trail. A little bit smaller of a location and traffic. Offers outhouses and water. In town amenities close by."
from $50 / night
Check Availability7. Red Fox Campground and RV Park
"Close to grocery store and parks. We hit Robinson Park and Bannon State Park. I was apprehensive after I found out that this was a big ATV campground."
8. Bear Lake County Park
"It was very private and had nice trees surrounding it. So pleased with our stay here :) Visiting in the fall was ideal- I bet this place is packed during the summer months!"
9. Dago Lake
"Free dispersed camping off Dago Lake Road between Willow River & Sturgeon Lake. Quiet aside from the occasional car. Pitch black at night."
10. Oak Lake Campground & RV Sales
"Spots were right by the lake and the lake was awesome"
Drive Time
- 34 min from Duluth, MN
- 1 hr 31 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 1 hr 45 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 2 hrs 38 min from Eau Claire, WI
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Recent Reviews near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN
529 Reviews of 159 Hillside Terrace Homes Campgrounds
- TTim
GuideSt Croix River Resort
Great Family Campground
Many activities throughout the day for the family. Kids enjoyed the pool. The store has a nice selection of items for sale. Firewood is $8 a bundle.
The campsites are close but there is enough trees between sites to make it seem like you are not so close.
There are atvs and utvs but at night they are not moving around.
- JJose L.Guide
Sandrock Cliffs — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
Nice Campsite
Nice campsite. Clean and well maintained. Fire ring picnic table and some tree stumps for processing your firewood. I see several campsites in the area but I'm alone here. A river is several hundred yards away from my site, but you have to hike down a bit.
- CCarmen S.Scout
DECC/ Amsoil Arena RV Parking
Be aware of theft/vandalism
We stayed here for a couple of nights for a festival at Bayfront although the location was excellent be aware of theft and vandals in this lot Another camper had all four of there tires slashed and were individuals walking through sites at early am hours looking for items to take The lot attendant had advised us when we came in to make sure we locked up and left no items laying out Police that came for tire slashing said was an issue in this lot and others close by.
Amy B.
TravelerLakehead Boat Basin
Fun RV Camping at a Marina
They have Full Hookups if you want. See the Duluth Lift Bridge right from your campsite and all the boats in the marina. Lake Superior is pretty during the day and night with the City lights in the background. Is only .3 of a mile from the famous Canal Street in Duluth. You can walk or bike like we did.
- CCheryl M.Scout
Saginaw Campground
Harvest host
Great harvest host in a horse campground. There is a bar/ restaurant with the best fries the wife and I have ever had and burgers are excellent. The staff are absolutely amazing and very friendly. Dog friendly with a back patio.
- mmickScout
Saginaw Campground
Nice place
Nice young couple runs this place. Very helpful, very accomodating. Bathrooms are very nice and clean.
- MMelissa S.Scout
Pardun’s Jack Pine Campground
This is for Pardun’s Tube Rental. Don't give this man your business!
If I could give this company negative stars I would. I would never recommend this company to even my worst enemy. This was our second experience with them. The first time took a long time but we knew it wasn’t their fault because the river was low and that’s out of their control. Our tubes were also good. The owner’s dad(Jerry?) picked us up and was so nice and sweet. We laughed at all our hiccups along the way.
This time around, it was just my friend and I and we were having a wonderful time for the first 2.5-3 hours. Then we realized we weren’t moving and the wind was blowing us upstream. We kept trying to go, waiting to see the landing. By the 5 hour mark we kept trying to call Pardun’s to mention that we were trying to come back and to let them know that we’d probably be later than expected and to see if they had any tips. Since the cell service is almost non existent, the calls would not go through. By that time, we didn’t know what to else to do but call 911. By the time we were able to get a hold of someone to ask for help, we were nearing 6 hours on the river. They called Pardun’s to let them know and the owner(Guy?) and his son were waiting to pick us up. As soon as they saw us, the snarky disrespectful remarks started and they began making fun of us. The owner was relentless. It was one rude remark after another. This was at about 9pm. When I started crying and asking him to stop talking to me, the a-hole dug in even more and had to get the last word in. It kept on until I screamed at him to shut the F up. I couldn’t take it anymore. He then stopped and started trying to kick us off the bus. I was sitting in the seat, sobbing while my friend was nicely asking him to just please go and please stop with the comments. He wouldn’t. Once we got back to Danbury, he stopped the bus and walked away. His son helped us get our stuff out and his wife eventually came out to make sure that we had our keys and let us know she had called the other people involved to let them know we were back. The son was initially being kind of a jerk when we got on the bus but he apologized to us soon after. His waste of a human father didn’t.
Please do not give this man your business. I have never been so humiliated and made to feel as awful as he made me feel. The blatant disrespect and language from the minute he saw was unbelievable. This man is the most awful human I have ever encountered. I sure hope he treats his wife and his mother with a little more compassion and empathy.
Dana D.GuideEagles Landing Campground
Clean and pretty. But some traffic noise.
This is a well taken care of and pretty campground. The staff in the office is very nice. It's very small. Nice view of a running creek with wildlife. But there is traffic noise, you are very near the road. There is a nice little laundromat, clean showers and good drinking water here also. Great T-Mobile access.
Guide to Hillside Terrace Homes
Camping options near Hillside Terrace Homes, Minnesota range from rustic state parks to family-focused private campgrounds situated within the mixed conifer and hardwood forests of east-central Minnesota. The area's continental climate brings warm summers with temperatures typically between 70-85°F and cooler nights around 55-65°F. Elevation changes throughout the region create varied camping terrain, with some sites offering ridge views while others provide lakeside settings.
What to do
Hiking historic quarry trails: Jay Cooke State Park offers unique hiking experiences along the St. Louis River with distinctive geological features. "Awesome views from the Swingbridge. Make sure you do some climbing on the craggy rocks near the river!" suggests Joshua W. The park combines natural beauty with historical elements throughout its trail system.
Agate hunting: Moose Lake State Park is known for its impressive agate collection and opportunities to find your own specimens. "Cool agate museum! Close to Duluth," notes Josee B. The park features an interactive agate gallery in the visitor center that showcases the geological history of the region.
Winter camping and ice climbing: Banning State Park maintains winter camping options with specialized activities. "This is a great place for winter camping! The campsites are large enough (despite the snow) to set up suitable winter tents, and each site has a picnic table and fire pit. In the park, there's a lot of ice climbing and cross country skiing," reports Alexa S.
What campers like
Lakeside camping with boating options: Campers appreciate the private lake access at Bent Trout Lake Campground, which offers various watercraft rentals. "They have RV sites and tent sites a private lake with swimming area and fishing/boat/water toy area. There's a little store with all your basic supplies and where you can rent different boats and water things," says Faith H.
Privacy between campsites: Many campers value the natural separation between sites at state parks in the region. "Every campsite seems to be well-treed and relatively private, providing a perfect atmosphere to just enjoy nature from your campsite," notes Krista T. about Jay Cooke State Park.
Fall color experiences: The region transforms during autumn, offering distinctive camping experiences. "We decided to try an extend the camping season by staying here in the first weekend of October, and we were rewarded greatly! The colors were near peak and the water was really high, so there were many kayakers going down the river as we hiked along the parallel trails," shares Bryan S. about Banning State Park.
What you should know
Tent pad conditions: Some campgrounds have specific tent pad preparations to consider. "Our tent pad was really well graveled and made me realize that the standard stakes that came with our tent and bug house need to be upgraded. I was able to get most anchor points secure, but I gave up on one particularly resistant spot," warns Krista T.
Noise considerations: Train noise affects some of the best places to camp near Hillside Terrace Homes. "One of the only things that was obnoxious about this park is that there is a frequently used train track nearby- and the trains really lay on whistle. I slept with earplugs in because of this, but I was still woken up around 4 times that night," reports a camper at Jay Cooke State Park.
Interstate proximity: Some campgrounds like Willow River are positioned near major highways. "You'll be next to the freeway and you'll hear the noise but it's not that bad. Usually hardly anyone is here. They have picnic tables, pit toilets and water," explains Nigel N.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campground-organized activities: Family-friendly campgrounds often provide structured recreation options. "Lots of campground activities to bring everyone together. Their own private firework display the week of the 4th," mentions Faith H. about Bent Trout Lake Campground.
Consider shower facilities: When camping with children, shower quality makes a difference. "Moose Lake City Park is a quaint beautiful spot. We had a blast!" shares Daniel R. The park offers shower facilities that make extended stays with families more comfortable.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Bird watching can engage younger campers in nature observation. "We saw a Baltimore Oriole which is something we don't see often in Northern MN," reports Mary K. at Moose Lake State Park.
Tips from RVers
Campsite selection for larger setups: RVers should check site specifications when booking. "We stayed in site 27 and it was perfect for our truck, 40ft fifth wheel camper, and utv trailer. Its nice that the campground allows utv/atv access," reports Tonya B. from Moose Lake City Park.
Dump station considerations: Easy access to dump stations simplifies departure. "There is also a dump station as you exit so we didn't have to make another stop when we left. This is such a big perk!" notes Jesse E. about Bent Trout Lake Campground.
Off-season availability: Some RV-friendly campgrounds remain accessible outside peak times. "Small, roughly 35 sites. Some electric some non-electric. Campground has multiple vault toilets and 1 bath house," explains Tori K. about Moose Lake State Park, which offers shoulder season camping options for RVers seeking quieter experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
What camping is available near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
According to TheDyrt.com, Hillside Terrace Homes, MN offers a wide range of camping options, with 159 campgrounds and RV parks near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN and 7 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
Which is the most popular campground near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN is Jay Cooke State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 71 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN.
What parks are near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
What parks are near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Hillside Terrace Homes, MN that allow camping, notably Mississippi River Headwaters - Sandy Lake and St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.
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