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Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park accommodates pets at spacious campsites across multiple loops with good shade coverage and privacy. The park maintains clean facilities with modern bathrooms and showers, though some visitors note the bathroom facilities have seen better days. Pets must be leashed throughout the campground and surrounding trail system, which offers excellent walking opportunities around the lake. Sites are available for tents, RVs, and cabins with some glamping options, making this regional park accessible for various camping styles with pets.
The three-mile paved trail system around the lake provides perfect pet exercise opportunities, with connections that extend all the way to Minneapolis for more adventurous campers. Centerville Lake features a beautiful beach area with tables, changing rooms, and playground equipment where families can spend time while camping with their dogs. Visitors consistently mention the campground feels secluded despite being remarkably close to the Twin Cities, offering a convenient weekend getaway without driving far. The park receives excellent ratings from pet owners who appreciate the flat, grassy sites with established fire pits and the ability to gather kindling for fires. For campers seeking a more rustic experience, Veterans Campground on Big Marine Lake accepts pets at their tent sites, RV spaces, and cabin accommodations, though visitors must be a veteran or sponsored by one.
"Easy walking trails surround the park which is nice and convenient. Close proximity to Stillwater which made for a nice day trip. Camp sites were very clean and easy to access."
"We O'Brian has some of the best groomed trails that I have been on."
from $25 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Campsites are pretty private except to people walking the trails. The falls are gorgeous!! Great for swimming when the water is not too high."
"Memorial Day 2019 with my siblings and our dog. Campsite 202 had plenty of room for an 8 person tent and 2 pickups."
from $25 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Kelly's Bar nearby has a great fish fry on Friday. The campground is neat and well managed."
"It was very easy to find, close to the twin cities, and clean. There was good access to kindling for a fire in the nice fire pit that has a grill."
from $20 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Access to lake is great. Firewood at $7 a bundle doesn't burn, it just smokes. I asked for a refund. Buy firewood elsewhere."
"Beach was closed but we still got some good walks in. Fire ring was a little shallow for my liking so had to get some solid coals going to get dinner on the table."
from $20 - $32 / night
Check Availability"I was very happy with the trails and accommodations available to me, during my stay."
"It has a golf course, a restaurant is on the grounds, there is a stable with horses/ponies that you can take guided trail rides on, a water park(it is called The Beach, which was very confusing for us"
from $20 - $32 / night
Check Availability"Minnesota State Parks have just started to build Yurts for 3 campgrounds around the state; Afton, Cuyuna and Glendalough State Parks."
"It is also next to Afton Ski resort. This park has a lot of beautiful prairie landscape with some temperate forest features. Wildflowers, shrubs, fungi, evergreens, and deciduous trees."
from $22 - $85 / night
Check Availability"This is our home away from home. It's the perfect place for your kids to be kids like we did in the 90's home by the time the street lights come on. Us parents can finally relax!"
"The lake is nice. Good luck catching fish though. Bill the manager is a great guy! Definitely ex military veteran!"
from $20 - $110 / night
Check Availability"We stayed in campsite 29 in the drive in campsite over Labor Day weekend."
"Great trails! Most sites are located along the river. We were at the furthest location called buck hill. About a 2 mile hike from your car."
from $23 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Professional built mtn bike trails for adventure. Camping in Minnesota suburbs. Miles of hiking, horseback riding, cross country ski trails. . perfect for my family's weekend Stay-cation"
"It has nice clean bathrooms and it's a great place to walk your pets, they do have 3 different areas to camp but we always use the full hook-ups The people at check-in are always so friendly, and very"
from $24 - $42 / night
Check Availability"This this is an amazing Campground with two heated pools one up top and one down below they're also campsites located right alongside the river the campground offers tubing disc golf and many other activities"
from $30 - $150 / night
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TravelerLebanon hills has everything for the family. Schultz Beach for summer fun. Professional built mtn bike trails for adventure. Camping in Minnesota suburbs. Miles of hiking, horseback riding, cross country ski trails. . perfect for my family's weekend Stay-cation
GuideI never tire walking the dog park circle along the crow river! Great for birding and tons of beautiful trails!
GuideThis is a nice city campground with lovely views of the Rum River. There is a nice playground with a small climbing wall, benches to sit looking over the river. Picnic tables and a shelter are great for eating at. There is a dog park just across the river, within easy walking distance.
LegendThis is a state park on the Wisconsin side of the St Croix River, which is mirrored by a comparable but smaller state park in Minnesota on the wrst side of the river, both being part of the wild and scenic St Croix National Waterway. Although the campsites themselves are pretty run of the mill, the setting is spectacular in terms of breathtaking scenery, and myriad outdoor activities from rock climbing in the river gorge, paddling the river, hiking miles of trails, and learning geology at the Ice Age geology visitors center. If you are tenting camping, the south loop is great, and if you pick campsite 65 or 67 you will have direct access to the river which is peaceful and good for paddle opportunities. There are picnic areas with swimming along the river which is nice for group gatherings, and one is designated for folks with pets. Some of the rugged hiking trails along the bluffs and cliffs go right along the edge with minimal guard rails or walls, so keep a close eye on kids and pets because going over the edge is a possibility so utmost caution is advised.
LegendSmall little campground next to large casino. We lucked out and were able to stay 2 nights without reservations….only had to move because they were fully booked for the 4th…large concert event happening across the street. You will need to call early in the day to talk to office staff…who are very friendly. If after hours and there are no spots, you can dry dock in large lot in front of office. There is fuel on site as well as RV wash station. 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. Very convenient for visiting Minneapolis…25/30 minutes from airport/Mall of America (Aquarium) and Security patrols regularly and there is shuttle if you want to visit casino. Pool at hotel is not included. Golf attraction is being completed next door so there was some construction traffic during day as expected.
GuideWe 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.
TravelerStaying here currently & they have been very accommodating, friendly & flexible. Water & electric hookup but no sewer however there is a dump station, a bathhouse with real toilets & nice showers. Pretty quiet for being so close to the main highway. My cats are able to free roam the property & my dog can be tied up outside. Usually pretty nice neighbors too.
GuideSites are close to each other, but easy access, clean grounds and facilities, friendly staff, and a K9 fenced area for a pet friendly campground.
ScoutWe called for an RV site but they don't allow pets.
Veterans Campground On Big Marine Lake accommodates pets at its RV sites, tent camping areas, and cabin rentals, offering a complete experience for campers with dogs. Located approximately 20 minutes from Hugo, the campground maintains a 5-star rating from visitors and requires military affiliation for access. Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park provides spacious, shaded sites with good separation between neighbors, creating privacy for campers with pets. The campground features clean facilities, hiking trails accessible to leashed dogs, and a swimming beach. Many visitors note the campground feels secluded despite being close to the Twin Cities area, with picnic tables in excellent condition at most sites.
Rice Creek Campgrounds offers level, private sites with numerous trees providing shade for pets during hot summer days. The park includes multiple trails for dog walking, beach access, and several playgrounds throughout the grounds. Visitors should purchase firewood from stores outside the campground rather than on-site, as multiple reviews mention poor burning quality of the campground-supplied wood. The bugs can be problematic during certain seasons, particularly horseflies during hot summer months, so bringing appropriate insect repellent is essential when camping with pets. Most pet-friendly sites in the area require leashes no longer than six feet when outside designated off-leash areas, and owners must clean up after their pets throughout the campgrounds.
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