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Hole in the Mountain County Park maintains a pet-friendly environment with electric hookups, showers, and toilets, catering to both tent and RV campers. Sites spread throughout the campground provide adequate space for pets to settle alongside their owners. The park operates from May 15 to October 1, offering a seasonal option for pet owners camping near Lake Benton. Pets must remain leashed at all times when outside vehicles or tents. Small, quiet with great meeting rooms and bathrooms that serve the campground well.
Camden State Park Campground welcomes pets throughout its varied accommodation options, including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, yurts, and glamping facilities. The campground provides year-round access via boat, drive-in, or walk-in approaches, making it versatile for different camping styles with pets. The park features multiple camping areas—the upper park offers more seclusion while the lower campground sits among trees along the river with sites relatively close together. Great hiking and biking trails accommodate dogs on leashes, with the Camden Regional Trail extending 14 miles between the park and Marshall on paved surfaces ideal for dog walking. Water access includes the Redwood River running behind several campsites and a swimming pond, though recent reviews note the pond has become overgrown and less appealing than in previous years.
"Camp site was easy to access and close to the restrooms/showers. The camp sites along the river have little trails that go down to the water, beautiful river bottom scenery a few yards away."
"Great hiking and biking trails, swimming pond and right on the redwood river. The Camden Regional trail is 14 miles of paved trails between Camden State Park and Marshall, MN."
from $24 - $75 / night
Check Availability"Park has nice trails and bluffs. Bison are within the park but did not see. Rangers and staff very friendly. Would be great for overnighter."
"Quiet place with nice bike and walking paths. Electric only 30amp water close by. Full dump station."
from $24 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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!"
from $18 - $42 / night
Check Availability"Nice little lake with clean bathrooms"
"Campground was nearly full of local campers but the kids played great together. Decent pool & showers, fun activities like bags tournaments and a potluck."
from $20 - $25 / night
"Campground next to the river nice park for kids clean bathrooms"
"Playground nearby. The campground is right off the hiking club trail for that doing that. Site 22 had nice trees for hanging hammocks. Firewood is available at the office."
"A small lake with 5 docks and a swimming beach. A few small hiking trails and a park for the kiddos."
from $24 - $34 / night
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ScoutClean bathrooms and showers and close to Falls Park. Tons of amenities for families with kids. Close to the interstate. Great for a one night stay on the way to bigger and better sights. Stayed with a dog and was glad to see the other campers had their pets leashed at all times.
ScoutStayed for 3 nights. Very shady, but does not have sewer or water hookup. 30 amp electric service. Grounds are well maintained and the restroom and shower facilities are very up to date but heavily used. Sites are closer than I like. Park has nice trails and bluffs. Bison are within the park but did not see. Rangers and staff very friendly. Would be great for overnighter. The most irritating thing about the park were the next door neighbors who let their five dogs use our campsite as an area for deification. People with pets need to be respectful of others. I have come to the conclusion that all pets should be banned from public lands.
ScoutSpacious sites and great full hook up sites!! Tons of walking trails and pet friendly!! You’ll see lots of birds and deer... Second time here and love it!!
RangerTucked back along a winding road past a cemetery, you'll find this cozy site, a well-groomed park with a handful of drive-in sites, picnic pavilions, and lots of open spaces. There's also an absolutely gorgeous lake and a small footbridge over an artificial dam/waterfall.
Lime Lake County Park's drive-in sites feature picnic tables and fire pits, along with electric hook up sites. There's no camp host, so after you drop in your $17/night fee in the strong box, you can settle in for the day, or perhaps launch your boat from the provided dock and ramp.
Leashed pets are allowed, and I highly recommend the walk to the back, over the footbridge where you can listen to the relaxing sound of the lake draining into a creek.
The toilet area features one stall, but it does have plumbing.
GuideStayed in a tent in early may. Camp site was easy to access and close to the restrooms/showers. The camp sites along the river have little trails that go down to the water, beautiful river bottom scenery a few yards away. There is a swimming pond near by and miles of beautiful southwest Minnesota scenery. Trails include river bottom, prairie, and woodland.
LegendWe stayed here for one night on the way to the Black Hills in South Dakota. The campground is in the far south western corner of Minnesota about 30 minutes for Sioux Falls South Dakota. The site is in the middle of grasslands and cornfields. They have very organized park staff that have an efficient check in process. The campground has some nice ponds and bike routes. It’s located next to a bison range and tours are available. Unfortunately the camp sites are packed in on top of each other with no privacy. You have a lot of local large RV users using loud generators and playing music until after midnight. They have good facilities with showers and dump stations. During our stay, the water in the camp tested positive for bacteria and the camp was giving out free drinking water. Since you don’t have many options in the area, this may be a good choice. The overcrowding was our main issue.
GuideCamped in the more open area (72E in campground 2). Large grassy sites with fire pit and picnic table. Clean bathrooms with hot showers. Nice path around lake for walking the dog. Lots of families having a good time! Very pleasant evening.
GuideI find writing a review for this state park and campground to be quite difficult. The park itself is great. It’s very beautiful, very serene, and not crowded. There’s a little more action around the rock climbing area, and the play area can get quite rowdy with local children as well as campers.
My problem totally lies with the campsite. First and foremost all of the campsites are extremely cramped and extremely open. Even the ones that look like they are hidden in trees and bush, are actually mere feet away from the next campsite. And therefore there really is no privacy or feeling like you’re out in the country.
This campsite, as a whole, from what I could tell on my visit, is used by people whose primary objective is to sit outside with their friends and drink. This is not a campsite to serve people who are coming primarily to enjoy the park. This means that there are a lot of screaming children, rowdy late night conversations, and more than a few misbehaved pooches (the dog in the site next to me —to my right by 20 ft—was territorial and growled at everyone who walked past).
I would come here again to enjoy the park, but I definitely would not camp here again. It felt more like a Boy Scout jamboree, but with adults and alcohol.
GuideThere are two campgrounds in this park - the upper one is on the prairie while the lower one is situated among trees along the river. We stayed in the lower campground in site 30. The lower campground is close to the playground and swimming pond but it rained the whole time we camped so we didn't use either.
Sites in the lower campground are fairly close together and we didn't have cell service (Verizon), which wasn't a big deal.
I brought my fat bike and bike the Bluebird and Dakota Valley trails. Both are mowed paths that go through prairie and wooded areas. The actual mountain bike trail was disappointing, it was overgrown, narrow, and hugged a high ridge.
Our site, 30, sloped away from the parking pad. You wouldn't be able to set up.chairs under your awning at this site and the picnic table sat in a low spot that got muddy after 2 straight days of rain. There is a river that runs behind the sites in this loop. Our boys played on the rocks and had a great time.
There are nearby train tracks and trains ran by several times a day, though luckily they don't blow the horn so we didn't notice them much.
Camping options near Lake Benton, Minnesota center around the flat prairie landscape of Lincoln County, where elevations range from 1,700 to 1,950 feet. Located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, this area experiences hot summers and cold winters with seasonal camping typically running from May through October. Fall brings cooler temperatures and fewer insects, making it a preferred season for tent campers.
Fishing opportunities: Split Rock Creek State Park Campground offers multiple fishing docks and a small lake. "Nice peaceful campground with large sites nicely spaced apart for privacy. We stayed in #6 (non-electric but there are lots of electric sites)," notes Janet K.
Prairie hiking: At Blue Mounds State Park Campground, trails provide unique prairie experiences. "A lot of trails to go on. Lots of sun so bring your sunscreen," shares Maritza R. The park features natural prairie landscapes and opportunities to view the resident bison herd.
Swimming options: Despite some conditions changing over time, several parks maintain swimming areas. "Campground is right off the hiking club trail for that doing that. Site 22 had nice trees for hanging hammocks," reports Tori K. about Split Rock Creek State Park.
Clean facilities: Pipestone RV Campground receives praise for its maintenance. "Decent pool & showers, fun activities like bags tournaments and a potluck. We had a pull thru spot, leveling was tricky," notes camper S G.
Spacing between sites: Campers appreciate parks with adequate room between campsites. "Super easy access and close to Pipestone National Monument. On a nice little lake with prairie views," reports Sheila H. about Split Rock Creek State Park Campground.
Local attractions: The proximity to regional points of interest enhances the camping experience. "We spent a long weekend in May camping here with family! This campground is a great example of what camping really is," shares Lucas P. about Pipestone RV Campground.
Water quality concerns: Some campgrounds in the region have experienced water issues. At Split Rock Creek State Park Campground, recent improvements have addressed previous concerns. "The shower houses were super clean (not even a spiderweb), the park rangers were nice and helpful," notes Mary Jo S.
Site limitations: Certain campgrounds have restrictions on RV size. "Don't recommend for larger rigs. We struggled with our 44ft 5th wheel, only one site could fit us and it was tight to get in and out," warns Sheila H. about Split Rock Creek.
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the area operate from May through October. "Awesome weekends are busy clean shower house and bathrooms kayak/canoe rentals firewood and ice at office," notes William B., who stayed at Split Rock Creek for 14 nights.
Kid-friendly activities: Lake Hendricks Park provides water recreation options. "Nice little campground a little wad away from the lake," notes Thomas D. The park offers year-round access with electric hookups and shower facilities.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. "Really big sights with plenty of space between them. A small lake with 5 docks and a swimming beach. A few small hiking trails and a park for the kiddos," shares Mary Jo S. about Split Rock Creek.
Pet friendly options: For families camping with pets near Lake Benton, Minnesota, most campgrounds welcome dogs but require them to be leashed. Swensons Park permits pets and offers clean facilities. "Nice little lake with clean bathrooms," reports Thomas D.
Electric hookups: Swensons Park provides electric sites for RVs. The park operates from mid-April to mid-October and includes amenities such as drinking water and toilet facilities, though it lacks sewer hookups.
Leveling challenges: Some sites require additional effort to level RVs. "We had a pull thru spot, leveling was tricky. They let us put up a tent for no additional cost. I think it was around $25 night for full hookup," notes S G. about Pipestone Family Campground.
Dump station access: Pet friendly camping near Lake Benton, Minnesota typically includes access to sanitary dump stations. "It was raining super hard and this is an easy place to check in very friendly swimming pool kids. Able to camp in a quiet spot by the cornfield," shares Tammy Rae S. about Pipestone RV Campground.
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