Hugo, Minnesota RV campgrounds are nestled in the northern Twin Cities Metro Area, surrounded by scenic woodland and lake terrain. The area sits at an elevation of approximately 925 feet above sea level in Anoka and Washington counties. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F with occasional high humidity, while mosquitoes are abundant from June through August, especially near water sources.
What to do
River activities: At Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River, tubing is a popular summer activity. "Large sites. Great tubing and canoeing," notes Rory T., while David G. reports "The tubing is a plus... Key thing is the river is very clean and sandy bottom."
Hiking trails: William O'Brien State Park offers various hiking options through diverse ecosystems. "We loved the trails. It was easy to takes hikes of varying lengths. There were so many different kinds of birds, and the wildflowers were blooming and ferns were unfurling-so many shades of green!" shares Karla J. B.
Biking opportunities: Baker Park Reserve features extensive paved trails around lakes and ponds. "The sites are good sized, and the bathroom/showers are great. With great fishing, playground, swimming, and biking trails very nearby, the kids were kept as busy as they wanted to be," explains Bryan S.
Wildlife observation: Throughout the Hugo area, wildlife viewing is common, especially during morning and evening hours. "We saw a turtle laying eggs in a different campsite," mentions Laura E. about her experience at William O'Brien State Park.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Wildwood RV Park & Campground offers adequate room between campsites. "We tent camped for two nights in site CC, which had a small quiet creek beside it. These primitive sites are down a small dirt road away from the main RV camping area and are nicely wooded," shares Stacy S.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness stands out to visitors throughout the area. "The sites are level, clean and the utilities were in good working order," notes a camper about local parks.
Kid-friendly amenities: Many campgrounds prioritize family activities. "This campground is great for everyone! It's has a heated pool, splash pad area, BIG playground area, indoor game room, HUGE sites!" according to Spencer C. about Country Camping.
Multiple water recreation options: Water activities extend beyond swimming at several locations. "We've stayed at Country Camping for years! Great variety of things to do for everyone. Group sites, tent sites, covered wagon sites! Floating on the Rum River, swimming pool with splash pad," explains Carol H.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most Hugo area campgrounds operate May through October, with limited year-round options. "We tent camped for two nights in site 117. Weekends have been packed and reservations scarce for months at state parks in Minnesota. Arriving on a Sunday afternoon was a dream—very few people in the campground loop," advises Dani K. about William O'Brien State Park Campground.
Reservation requirements: During peak summer months (June-August), advance booking is essential. "All in all, I would visit again. There were lots of people, but it was easy to take a walk and get some space and some nature," notes Karla J. B.
Wildlife encounters: Expect wildlife interactions, especially at night. "Raccoons will visit your site at night. We had everything secured but they still tried and plenty of racket until we chased them away," warns Tim from William O'Brien State Park.
Mosquito preparation: Bug spray is necessary, particularly in wooded areas near water. "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," reports Tim.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve features excellent facilities for children. "Nice park for kids just a small hike away. Plus a decent amount of rentals," notes Matt H.
Water activities: Multiple swimming options exist throughout the region. "For our first time camping, this was a great site! It was very clean, had friendly staff, and was close to a really fun park for our kids," mentions Heather V. about Baker Park.
Entertainment variety: Many campgrounds offer diverse recreational options. "I stayed here 3 weeks ago with my wife and 2 young children and it was fantastic great playground and heated pool the spaces were well kept and spaced apart 10-10 would most defiantly go again! A ton for the kids to do!" raves Beasty B. about Country Camping Tent & RV Park.
Safety considerations: Campgrounds typically maintain good safety standards. "We spent a lot of my childhood playing and exploring this park! The campgrounds are grouped, well maintained, and always have firewood(etc) stocked for their guests," shares Alison O. about Baker Park Reserve.
Tips from RVers
Site sizes: Dakotah Meadows RV Park accommodates larger rigs with concrete pads. "This place has everything and it's in great as new condition. Sites are 60+ feet, concrete and level. Each site has their own fire pit," details James and Susan K.
Hookup variations: Electric service varies by location, with both 30 and 50 amp options available. "This campground is one of the nicer parks in the Twin Cities area. Grounds are mostly well groomed and the roads are maintained," explains Tom D.
Seasonal availability: RV facilities typically close during winter months, though some exceptions exist. "Great place to stop and rest when traveling through the twin cities. Great price for full hookup," shares Jon C.
Cell reception: Mobile coverage varies by location and carrier. "The sites are paved and have well-maintained grass. Also, wifi is not great, less than 1MB download speeds from our site, and our Verizon service was pretty poor in our spot, max 2 bars," reports Chris F.
