Best RV Parks & Resorts near Ihlen, MN

Several RV parks near Ihlen, Minnesota provide electric, water, and sewer hookups for motorhome travelers. Pipestone RV Campground in Pipestone offers full hookup sites with 50-amp service and accommodates larger rigs from May 1 to October 15. The nearby Grand Falls Casino RV Park features pull-through sites with 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections designed for big rigs. Lake Vermillion Recreation Area provides electric-only sites with 30-amp service year-round, requiring campers to fill fresh water tanks at designated spigots. Big Sioux Recreation Area includes spacious electric sites with gravel pads under mature shade trees. "Our site had a water hook up that was equipped with a heater on the spigot for cold weather," noted one visitor about Tower Campground.

Dump stations are available at most parks in the region, though locations vary. Lake Vermillion Recreation Area's dump station is located in the West Campground, while Big Sioux Recreation Area features a convenient dump station at the entrance with a separate freshwater fill station. Cell service quality fluctuates throughout the area—Big Sioux Recreation Area offers good Verizon coverage, while Lake Vermillion reports excellent service with T-Mobile clocking 207 Mbps download speeds. Non-resident campers should note that South Dakota state parks charge an additional daily vehicle fee ($8) or annual pass ($32) beyond the nightly camping rate. Many parks in the region remain open year-round but with reduced services during winter months. Pet policies generally allow leashed dogs in camping areas, though some parks have designated pet exercise areas.

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Best RV Sites Near Ihlen, Minnesota (68)

    1. Pipestone RV Campground

    2 Reviews
    Pipestone, MN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 825-2455

    $18 - $42 / night

    "the owners are attentive, the facility is clean, neighbors are friendly, and it’s located close to restaurants, shopping, and anything else you could need or want! We’ll definitely be back!"

    "Able to camp in a quiet spot by the cornfield."

    2. Pipestone Family Campground

    1 Review
    Pipestone, MN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 825-2455

    "Campground was nearly full of local campers but the kids played great together. Decent pool & showers, fun activities like bags tournaments and a potluck."

    3. Sioux Falls Yogi Bear

    22 Reviews
    Brandon, SD
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 332-2233

    $40 - $200 / night

    "The place is very well kept, the staff are friendly and helpful, all the amenities like propane, dump station, ice, firewood, good little camp store, off leash dog run, heated pool, and lots to do for"

    "Family friendly and nice restrooms. Can’t go wrong here and right off Interstate."

    4. River of the Double Bend Campground

    1 Review
    Dell Rapids, SD
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 428-5472

    5. Palisades State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Garretson, SD
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 594-3824

    "-clean and well maintained park

    • fair wireless service for Verizon
    • well placed and clean shower / restroom houses
    • nice playgrounds
    • great options on the park for paddle boarding, kayaking, water"

    "Some have electric hook up, others are just for tent camping. All of them provide a picnic table and a fire pit. They also have little log cabins. We stayed at campsite 6 which was a very good spot."

    6. Lake Vermillion Recreation Area

    32 Reviews
    Canistota, SD
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 296-3643

    $15 - $55 / night

    "Passing the boat ramp, we saw the pull-along sites (49-62), which are small and close to the road accurately described in forums as not big-rig friendly."

    "Amenities include picnic tables, showers, beaches, hiking trails, biking trails, boat launch, and basketball hoops"

    7. Grand Falls Casino

    1 Review
    Larchwood, IA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 777-7777

    $35 - $60 / night

    "Basic amenities. They offer free dry parking in their main parking lot. FHU 30/50 available. $30 during week, $40 weekend, $50 holiday weekend."

    8. Big Sioux Recreation Area — Big Sioux

    35 Reviews
    Brandon, SD
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 582-7243

    "The RV sites are spacious, level and well-arranged. The Verizon cell service is not perfect but manageable. The entire park is very clean and well-maintained."

    "Great hiking and biking trails too. I hiked the Valley of the Giants trail, which earns its name because of the many old, “giant” oaks in this river bottom area."

    9. Sioux Falls KOA

    28 Reviews
    Sioux Falls, SD
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 332-9987

    "Super easy access as well as easy pull through. Level enough to not unhook. Nice play area and pool. Also a neat little micro brewery walking distance, across the road."

    "A/C in buildings, clean, large laundry facility ($2 for 30 minute washer, $0.25 for 10 minutes of dryer), game room, indoor pavilion/storm shelter in case of rain, large dishwashing sink, and lots of available"

    10. Red Barn RV and Campground

    1 Review
    Harrisburg, SD
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 368-2268

    "Nice secluded campground yet 10 min from Sioux Falls"

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RV Park Reviews near Ihlen, MN

376 Reviews of 68 Ihlen Campgrounds


  • rThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 10, 2021

    Tower Campground

    Friendly but noisy

    Very friendly and accommodating staff. This park is open year round and well set up for cold weather, the water spigot is heated so if you invest in a heated water line and have an insulated camper you should be good for the cold. Many units were tucked in for winter with skirting and large external propane tanks. The negatives are noise and lights. Highway noise was very very loud. Easy to see outside but not a lot of camp feel. Bright light through skylites while sleeping. Didn’t use bathrooms or showers so no comment on facilities.

  • S
    Sep. 30, 2021

    Tower Campground

    Nice sites nice staff

    The spots are good size and most are shared asphalt pads where your rear end faces your neighbors rear end. However you don’t share a pedestal or any other hookups with them. Our site had a water hook up that was equipped with a heater on the spigot for cold weather.

  • B
    Jul. 12, 2025

    Blue Mounds State Park Campground

    Blue Mounds State Park

    Very quiet even on holidays, sites are in the woods so all sites have shade. All types of camping is available, tent, RVs trailers, 5th wheels, Class A, etc. We have 46 foot toy hauler, Clean bathrooms and plenty of dumpsters. Park features natural prairie and a buffalo herd. Bison tours are available. Plenty of hiking trails and some cliff climbing. LuVerne MN is 6 miles and has all supplies wanted available.

  • Joel F.
    Aug. 13, 2021

    Schreier's On Shetek Campground

    Great Park, Mostly Seasonals

    We visited here before the fishing opener, so while most of the spots were occupied by long term RVs, very few people around. We were told from fishing opener until the fall the place is busy. Family owned and operated park. Amenities include playground, fish cleaning house, paddleboat and canoe rentals, hiking trails.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 11, 2025

    Lake Vermillion Recreation Area

    The East Campground Area was Very Nice

    We followed our GPS getting off I-29 at exit 79 in Sioux Falls and going straight west on hwy 42 for about 20 miles to the sign for the right turn to go up to the recreation area. It would have been just as easy to catch I-90 west as well. At the main/west campground, we followed the sign for the East Campground and turned left at the white recreation sign right at the bottom of the hill. Passing the boat ramp, we saw the pull-along sites (49-62), which are small and close to the road accurately described in forums as not big-rig friendly. The fresh water fill spigot is in a large pull-out on the right, past the boat launch and just before the 10 mph sign. The dump station is in the West Campground. We continued to the end loop and backed into site 43 (50/30/20 AMP), which was easy thanks to its corner location. As soon as we had settled in, the very friendly camp host come over to check us in. We had already paid the $30 a night plus $10 nonresident reservation fees, to find out starting this year we needed to pay a non-resident $15 a night state park fee or $60 for a year pass. We were able to purchase, choosing a yearly, online and the host gave us a temp sticker for our window. Our site was spacious enough for our 40 5th wheel and F450. The electric hookup is at the back; we needed about 30 of cord. All sites here are electric only and nicely spaced apart. Site 43 offered a beautiful lake view, which we enjoyed during our peaceful four-night stay in early May. Verizon had 3 bars, T-Mobile had 2, and our T-Mobile house internet clocked 207 Mbps down/ 3.49 Mbps up. Satellite reception should be fine in most sites except site 45, which is heavily shaded. There's both a shower house and vaulted toilets in the east area. Spring was coming alive with gobbling turkeys and cackling pheasants; we even got a show from a strutting tom turkey. Overall, a quiet and scenic stay with great wildlife viewing and lake views.

  • d
    Jun. 9, 2019

    W.H. Lyon Fairground

    great for the person who wants basic camping with hookups

    this campground is on leash pet friendly.  there are few trees, but it has full hookups, clean restrooms and showers.  pay 6 get 1 free.  however there is a train t

    has no play ground, swimming pool, etc.

    people were very friendly.

    it was exactly what i was looking for.

  • Jeffrey J.
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Countryside Campgrounds

    Unexpected

    Super clean park. All pull through level sites. Clean bathrooms, clean laundry. A gem. Large green areas and a playground. A little bit of hiway noise.

  • Jeff G.
    May. 23, 2019

    Sioux Falls KOA

    Good travel stop

    We stayed on our way from IL to Black Hills SD. Super easy access as well as easy pull through. Level enough to not unhook. Nice play area and pool. Also a neat little micro brewery walking distance, across the road. Very nice staff and an RV dealer next door. Very close to I-90 and it’s noise, but that comes with the easy access.

  • Jackie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 12, 2025

    Sioux Falls Yogi Bear

    Great value family friendly campground

    The place is very well kept, the staff are friendly and helpful, all the amenities like propane, dump station, ice, firewood, good little camp store, off leash dog run, heated pool, and lots to do for kids.


Guide to Ihlen

Explore the charm of RV camping near Ihlen, Minnesota, where you can enjoy a mix of natural beauty and convenient amenities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly atmosphere, there are several options to consider.

Big rigs should check out Pipestone RV Campground

  • The Pipestone RV Campground is big rig friendly, making it a great choice for larger RVs seeking spacious accommodations.
  • With features like electric hookups and a sanitary dump station, this campground caters to all your RV needs.
  • Located near town, it offers easy access to local restaurants and shopping, enhancing your camping experience.

Most parks have electrical and sewer hookups

  • At the Pipestone Family Campground, you'll find full hookups, including both electric and sewer options, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • The Grand Falls Casino provides 30/50 amp hookups, making it a convenient stopover for RV travelers.
  • Red Barn RV and Campground also offers electric hookups and is pet-friendly, perfect for those traveling with furry companions.

Some prices for RV parks range from $25 to $50

  • The Pipestone Family Campground charges around $25 per night for full hookups, making it an affordable option for families.
  • At the Grand Falls Casino, expect to pay $30 during the week and up to $50 on holiday weekends for a full hookup site.
  • The Pipestone RV Campground offers competitive pricing, ensuring you get value for your stay while enjoying the local attractions.

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