Best Camping near Little Falls, MN

Join the fun near Little Falls. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Little Falls is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Camping Sites Near Little Falls, MN (140)

    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground

    1. Crow Wing State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    91 Photos
    41 Saves
    Baxter, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $21 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing Lake Campground

    3. Crow Wing Lake Campground

    10 Reviews
    18 Photos
    43 Saves
    Fort Ripley, Minnesota

    Family memories to be made just 2 hours from the Twin Cities! It is located just 10 miles south of Brainerd/Baxter, and 20 miles north of Little Falls on Highway 371. Crow Wing Lake Campground lies on 30 wooded acres of mature trees, on the shores of 400 acre - Crow Wing Lake. We have 80 full hook up sites (some seasonal) and 20 electric/water sites. Each site comes with its own picnic table and fire ring. Our full hook up and electrical sites also have a 7’ X 20’ cement patio for a more enjoyable camping adventure. Most of our sites offer shade for those hot summer days. The campground also offers full service restrooms, laundry facilities, fish cleaning house, boat launch, docks, slips and an on-site store. Our camp store has a variety of things that you might need, or forgot to pack! We have groceries and bait, a variety of beverages, snacks, pizzas, souvenirs, camping equipment and a whole slew of other things! You can also rent pontoons, canoes, funyaks, paddleboat, and paddleboards here.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers Campground

    4. Two Rivers Campground

    6 Reviews
    14 Photos
    39 Saves
    Royalton, Minnesota

    Located in central Minnesota, Two Rivers Campground is your perfect family getaway. Set up your tent or RV in one of our spacious campsites before enjoying all our campground has to offer. From tubing down the Platte River to soaking in our resort-style pool with two water slides or playing a round of mini-golf to attending one of our many summer events, there’s never a dull moment. We invite you to experience the uniqueness that is Two Rivers.

    Join us for a night, for an extended vacation, or for the season.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Birch Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Birch Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Birch Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Birch Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Birch Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Birch Lake

    5. Birch Lake

    9 Reviews
    9 Photos
    36 Saves
    Melrose, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $12 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Gull Lake Recreation Area
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    Camper-submitted photo from Gull Lake Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Gull Lake Recreation Area

    7. Gull Lake Recreation Area

    9 Reviews
    35 Photos
    83 Saves
    Baxter, Minnesota

    Overview

    Gull Lake Recreation Area offers something for everyone with boating, hiking, fishing and swimming at Minnesota's famous Gull Lake, the largest of the 10 lakes on the Gull Chain of Lakes. Visitors have the opportunity to see and hear an abundance of watchable wildlife like bald eagles, white-tailed deer, river otters, a variety of songbirds, and the legendary call of the loon.

    Recreation

    Anglers will delight in the large population of fish including stocked walleye, northern pike, bass and a variety of panfish. Boaters can access crystal clear waters throughout the chain of lakes and enjoy the peaceful sunsets overlooking the woods. Hit the self-guided interpretive trail for a short hike with wildlife watching and scenic overlooks along the lake. Hop on your bike on the City of East Gull Lake's paved multi-use trail that starts by the dam, or head out to join up with the Paul Bunyan State Trail with trailheads located in Baxter and Nisswa. Got a kayak, canoe, or intertube? Try heading down the Gull River from the lower canoe launch. Ask the Park Rangers about river safety with current water flow and check-out a life jacket before you go.

    Natural Features

    The campground sits on the Gull River at the outlet of Gull Lake. The area was formed by a receding glacier that moved southward from Canada and carved the landscape. Gull Lake is one of the six Mississippi Headwaters Projects of the Mississippi River Watershed operated by The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

    Nearby Attractions

    Gull Lake is located minutes from 520 holes of golf, the 100-mile Paul Bunyan State Trail, amusement parks, a zoo, and numerous shopping opportunities in Brainerd, Baxter, and Nisswa.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Military Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Military Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Military Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Military Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Military Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Military Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground

    8. Military Park Camp Ripley DeParcq Woods Campground

    2 Reviews
    24 Photos
    7 Saves
    Little Falls, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $7 - $17 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground

    9. Sinclair Lewis City Campground

    12 Reviews
    32 Photos
    32 Saves
    Melrose, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Carlos State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Carlos State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Carlos State Park Campground
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Recent Reviews in Little Falls

342 Reviews of 140 Little Falls Campgrounds


  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dower Lake Recreation Area
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Dower Lake Recreation Area

    Has everything you need

    offers sites with no hookups and sites with electric (no water, but potable water station is provided to fill up prior to parking) bathrooms and showers in the campground. Fire ring and picnic table provide for each site. Firewood and sewage dump station also provided for free to registered campers. There is a dock, sand swimming beach, horse shoe pits, disc golf, basketball court, and softball field.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Linwood Resort & Campgrounds
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Linwood Resort & Campgrounds

    Great lake

    Amenities I remember when we had a seasonal spot here: cabins with beautiful lake view, boathouse lodge and game room, sunbathing dock on the water, large picnic grounds, sand-filled playground, paddleboard &kayak rentals, boat ramp and launching service, boat & pontoon rental, boatlifts, gas, oil, tackle and live bait, screened-in fish cleaning house, sand volleyball, mini golf, laundry.

    The nearby town of Osakis has convenience stores, grocery, liquor stores, gas, bars and restaurants, etc. Lake osakis is usually pretty good for fishing.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Love's RV Hookup-Rockville MN 842
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Love's RV Hookup-Rockville MN 842

    Good pit stop

    Stayed here kind of last minute on my way home and wanted electric hook ups.

    Still open in the winter! Convenient location right off I94 and HWY 23. Close to Waite Park for entertainment and food. Love's is open 24 hours and has most things you would need. There is also a Hardee's if you need dinner!

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Carlos State Park Campground
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Lake Carlos State Park Campground

    Lake views

    stayed here in the winter when the park was doing their lantern-lit snowshoe trail. They have 1 site available in the winter (125e I believe.. in the lower campground). We had room for a truck bed camper and a pop up clam ice fishing tent. Fire ring and picnic table at the site. The bathrooms and showers were closed for the season but cannot recall. Firewood is available at the office.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunnybrook Park
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Sunnybrook Park

    WOW!

    park features fishing in Whiskey Creek, (stocked with rainbow trout, crappies, and sunfish), picnic area, children's playground, semi-enclosed shelters, campground area with full hook-up and tent sites, two camping cabins, softball fields, frisbee golf, volleyball area and a children's zoo, which includes buffalo, whitetail deer, peacocks, and golden pheasants. Site had picnic table and fire ring.

    We thoroughly enjoyed the frisbee golf and the zoo!

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy Days Campground
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Lazy Days Campground

    Lots of amenities

    full hookup sites with picnic table and fire ring. Pool, playground, sand volleyball court, basketball court, shuffleboard, horseshoes. Showers and flush toilets in campground. Office has firewood, ice cream, candy, and other miscellaneous items for sale.

    Dog friendly; Roscoe definitely enjoyed some lazy days here!!

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Sinclair Lewis City Campground

    Great small town campground

    We stay every year typically for the legion's annual beer run! Great lake views and close to town. Boat launch is close by, bathrooms, showers, fish cleaning house provided.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sauk River City Park
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Sauk River City Park

    Lovely, new, accommodations in small town

    Rolled up in the middle of the night. $10 cash in the box for a tent site. Clean bathroom with shower. Felt safe and fell asleep quickly with the sound of the creek next to our site. Would definitely stay again.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Wilderness of MN Campground
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Wilderness of MN Campground

    Nice camping near Mille Lacs Lake

    The campground was nicely maintained. Had a nice pool and friendly seasonal campers. The management and reservation process was less than desirable. Very difficult to get ahold of management and upon arrival they had given our reserved site away to someone else and moved us. Paid for a water/ electric site and were moved to an electric only site and no cost difference or refund offered.

  • Denny K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crosslake Campground
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Crosslake Campground

    Bad time

    We got to the site and we had low branches asked them to cut them. They said they were at there standards so we had hold it up. Them the site next to us had to have rock concrete us and 4 others called several times nothing

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Aug. 6, 2024

    Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground

    Nice and Clean, SUPER buggy

    Came through on an evening in July to meet a buddy canoeing the misssissippi. This was easily the buggiest site we stayed in all summer. Mosquitos so thick we had to wear nets over our faces. Maybe we’re just sensitive about it, but it was hard to get anything done.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rum River State Forest Dispersed
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Rum River State Forest Dispersed

    Secluded, Quiet, Good Cell Coverage, Bugd

    There are many different sites (most just pull offs) in this area! I did see one that was pull through further down game refuge road. The cell service with Verizon is good enough to stream videos and work on your laptop with ease. There aren't too many people in the area, even on a Sunday in July. The bugs are not great but that's just what you're going to get in an area like this one. Overall I would definitely stay here again.

  • Clarence C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alexandria Shooting Park and RV Campground
    Jun. 26, 2024

    Alexandria Shooting Park and RV Campground

    Stayed during State Trap Shoot

    We stayed for a few nights during the State High School Trap Shoot. Crowds were expected and it was a busy area. Surprisingly quiet in the evening given how many people were there. Facilities were clean. Will stay there again for sure.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Crow Wing State Park Campground

    Beautiful trails, easy to walk

    Nice trails along the Mississippi River, easy to walk, good signage on trails, and good information signs with history of each site along the trail.

    Very Clean men’s bathroom. One shower needs a new shower head.

    Sites 40 to 45 are very nice and secluded. Sites 58 and 59 are prime secluded sites.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Sauk River City Park
    Jun. 4, 2024

    Sauk River City Park

    Exposed

    We arrived, checked it out and decided to leave. The grassy sites had recently been mowed, but were very muddy and right on top of each other. Lots of people fishing. We just felt exposed. Drive to Birch Lake State Forest instead.

  • Willis M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Carlos State Park Campground
    Jun. 4, 2024

    Lake Carlos State Park Campground

    Bougie "camping". More like a living room with no roof...

    This is a great state park. Group camping comes with its own bathroom building and shelter building with wood stove. The water is quite clean. Also there's even hot water in the bathroom.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Father Hennepin State Park Campground
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Father Hennepin State Park Campground

    This place is great

    Smaller campsite with less spaces but right on the waters edge which provides a breeze and keeps the bugs down. Wet spring so Kathoy was terrible but works here. Trails, town which has a grocery store, place to wash cloths and a place to trade out the books I've ready for a new set. Good connectivity so easy to work from with decent bathrooms.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

    Nice enough spots but not my kind of park.

    I came in the spring it was a wet spring there were a lot of bugs. The trails are probably not maintained because it was so wet but they were almost impossible to hike on simply because of the amount of mosquitoes. The bathrooms are nice the camp spots were nice they had good signage for the archaeological stuff. It was just very hard to enjoy it because it was so overwhelmingly buggy.

  • Emelia O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    Jun. 1, 2024

    Crow Wing State Park Campground

    Semi Secluded Site

    The campsite was pretty wooded on most sides. I visited in the late spring so there were quite a few mosquitos since the campground is near the river. Bathrooms/showers were cleanish, water was mid from the outdoor taps but not horrible

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    May. 31, 2024

    Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground

    Small state park

    Small, well spaced out camp spots and very quiet. This was a wet spring and under the trees, the bugs were overwhelming so keep that in mind. Few nice trails, several museums right across the street, really nice parks in little falls and neat views of the dam on the river

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    May. 28, 2024

    Crow Wing State Park Campground

    What you expect in the state park

    This is a more rustic State Park. There's lots of history here most of it is just a plaque not actually something to see. The river was really high and there was a fair amount of mosquitoes outside but a lot of trails and a lot of signs and a lot of history in the park.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Father Hennepin State Park Campground
    May. 27, 2024

    Father Hennepin State Park Campground

    Nice weekend spot

    Hiking was great, we saw an albino deer on the hiking club trail! Site was a bit tight for our travel trailer and a tight fit to back up on the pad. Recent rain had the campsites pretty muddy but the paved spaces were well maintained.

  • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crow Wing State Park Campground
    May. 23, 2024

    Crow Wing State Park Campground

    Wooded with abundant hiking and biking nearby

    Nice wooded campground. Gravel sites, fairly level. Water fill and firewood available at the registration building. The water was high in iron. Canoe and kayak rentals available. Lots of trails for hiking and biking. Bring bug spray in the summer!
    Historical sites along hiking path. Bathrooms and showers were decent. Dump station on site.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Carlos State Park Campground
    May. 21, 2024

    Lake Carlos State Park Campground

    Pretty Campground - Lower Loop

    Camped here on Oct 9, 2023. Large wooded campground on the lakefront. Easy access to the beach. Hiking trail. Very clean restroom/shower house. Level gravel campsite with metal fire ring and table. Water spigot short walk from campsite. Campground can accomodate all sorts of camping rigs. Paved campground loop road. Nice hosts and park ranger. Need to reserve online. Quiet. peaceful evening.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sinclair Lewis City Campground
    May. 21, 2024

    Sinclair Lewis City Campground

    Overpriced for Off-season

    Camped at Site #21 on Oct 8, 2023. Nice city park. Clean campsites along Sauk Lake. Fishing pier nearby. The office was closed for the season with the water & electric turned off, and the campground restroom closed. I don't mind this except that the $25 camping fee was high for the shut-offs & closures. (The was an open restroom down by the boat ramp.)  There was trash service. Close to town, the campground was well maintained. There was a table & hookups pedestal. Good place for an overnight stay.



Guide to Little Falls

Camping near Little Falls, Minnesota, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Crow Wing State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "Nice trails along the Mississippi River, easy to walk, good signage on trails."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Sinclair Lewis City Campground. A visitor noted, "Clean campsites along Sauk Lake. Fishing pier nearby."
  • Bird Watching: Check out Lake Maria State Park Campground for birding opportunities. One camper shared, "Another reason we chose this park was for birding."

What campers like:

  • Privacy: Campers appreciate the secluded sites at Lake Carlos State Park Campground. A reviewer said, "The backpacking sites are very spread out; we could barely tell anyone else was at the park with us."
  • Clean Facilities: Many enjoy the well-maintained restrooms at Crow Wing State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Very clean men’s bathroom."
  • Family-Friendly Amenities: Families love the playground and pool at Crow Wing Lake Campground. A parent noted, "Fun for the whole family. Amenities include: playground, pool, lake, dog park, and store."

What you should know:

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for places like Crow Wing Lake Campground that offer playgrounds and swimming areas. A family shared, "Direct access to the bike trail, tons to do for the kids."
  • Pack Extra Snacks: Kids can get hungry while exploring. One camper at Lake Maria State Park Campground mentioned, "Be prepared with bug spray/repellant!"
  • Plan for Quiet Evenings: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A visitor at Sinclair Lewis City Campground noted, "In town campground so it can be a little noisy at times."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Ann Lake said, "The sites are very large, good for tenting."
  • Be Prepared for Bumpy Roads: Some campgrounds have rough access roads. One RV camper at Mille Lacs Kathio State Park mentioned, "The roads getting in are rough."
  • Bring Your Own Firewood: Some campgrounds, like Father Hennepin State Park Campground, have firewood available, but it’s good to have your own just in case. A camper noted, "Firewood available at the office."

Camping near Little Falls, Minnesota, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to pack wisely and enjoy the great outdoors!

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