Best RV Parks near Mankato, MN

Looking for the best options for RV camping near Mankato? Finding RV campgrounds in Minnesota is easier than ever. Each RV campsite offers quick access to one or more of Mankato's most popular destinations.

Best RV Sites Near Mankato, MN (62)

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    1. Crystal Springs RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    11 Photos
    6 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Dakotah Meadows Campground

    10 Reviews
    15 Photos
    32 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
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    3. Rice County McCullough Park

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    McCullough Campground has 30 campsites (20 water/electric – 30- and 50-amp hookups -- and 10 seasonal), modern toilet/shower facilities, RV dump station, picnic shelter, playground, adjacent DNR boat access to Shields Lake and much more.

    ADA Accessible
    DNR Boat Access
    Horseshoe Pitching
    Picnic Shelters
    Picnic Tables
    Playground
    Restrooms
    RV Dump Station
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 / night

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      5. Kiesler’s Campground & RV Resort

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      Looking for the best campground in Minnesota for camping with kids or relaxing by a campfire? You can stop looking! At Kiesler’s Campground and RV Resort, your family can enjoy the pool, fishing, miniature golf, volleyball, basketball, and awesome planned activities! Make your Minnesota camping reservations today.

      Get your kiddos off their electronics and playing with others at our coordinated tournaments, yard games, crafts, swimming pool races, messy relays and much more! The friendly Kiesler’s staff is here to make sure your family has a blast on your summer camping vacation

      If fishing and lake recreation at southern Minnesota campgrounds are your idea of a perfect camping trip… You are in luck! We are located on Clear Lake near Waseca, MN with easy lake access, fishing docks and boat docks. End the day with a stroll around the lake on the 4.5 mile paved biking and walking trail or take in the gorgeous sunsets.

      The Kiesler Family and Staff have been welcoming guests for 50 years offering consistent: helpful service, clean facilities, and outstanding activities! We are excited to have you join us for a great camping experience in Southern Minnesota - about 1 hour from Minneapolis, St. Paul and Rochester.

      To check availability and choose your perfect campsite, make your reservation online. If you would like help or have questions, please reach out to us by calling 507-835-3179 or emailing camp@kieslers.com. We are happy to assist you!

      • RVs
      • Tents
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      6. Sawmill Campground

      3 Reviews
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      Sawmill Campground is a small family owned campground. Amenities include: -Full RV Hookups; Electric, City Water, City Sewer ALL SITES -Pull-through Sites have 50, 30, and 120 Amp service -Decks at Pull-through Sites ( some) -Picnic Table at each site -Firewood Available -Ice Available -Free Wi-Fi -Back-in Sites have 30 & 50 amp -Restroom and Shower Building -Storm Shelter -Laundry On Site -Tents and Popups welcome -Pet Friendly -Daily: Back-in 30 & 50 Amp - 24.00 -Daily: Pull-through 50 Amp - $26.00 -Weekly and Monthly Rates Available -Camping cabin available

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs
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      7. Cleary Lake Regional Park

      6 Reviews
      25 Photos
      107 Saves

      Cleary Lake Regional Park has 20 sites for tents only and 2 RV sites with full hookups.

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

      $16 - $50 / night

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      8. Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

      29 Reviews
      131 Photos
      14 Saves

      The campground has 58 drive-in campsites. Camping is available year-round. In winter, the park has campsites available for use in the B-loop of the campground, including electric (30 amp) and non-electric sites. The park's camper cabin is available for use year-round. Camper Cabin users must call to arrange for cabin key.

      The campground has six, 30 amp electric sites.

      Water and dump station are seasonal.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $24 - $34 / night

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        9. Camp Faribo

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        5 Saves
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • RVs
        • Tents
        • Picnic Table
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        10. Sakatah Lake State Park

        23 Reviews
        45 Photos
        76 Saves
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        • Electric Hookups
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        • Reservable
        • ADA Access
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      Recent RV Reviews In Mankato

      251 Reviews of 62 Mankato Campgrounds


      • Chloe T.
        Camper-submitted photo from Land of Memories Campground
        Sep. 22, 2024

        Land of Memories Campground

        Closed due to flooding

        No indication when it will open, but it looks like the campground is closed because of the June 2024 flooding in the area. Be sure to check the website before going to see if they've reopened.

      • Jim L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Blue Earth City Campground
        Sep. 8, 2024

        Blue Earth City Campground

        Clean And quiet

        Didn’t realize it was on the fairground. Very small. Very clean. Host family was very friendly and helpful. Free firewood was nice. Enjoyed our stay. Great for a one day stop

      • Scott J.
        Camper-submitted photo from Riverside Park and Municipal Campground
        Sep. 7, 2024

        Riverside Park and Municipal Campground

        Quaint campground

        The campground is right off 169 in the town of St. Peter. There are zero signs on the main road for the camp ground and signage once off the main road is terrible as well.

        We had good luck with the GPS directing it toward levee park. Once in the park you can find your way.

        Sights are back in with electric. Very basic but it’s perfect for the over night stay. We are hear after Labor Day on a Friday and there are plenty of open spots. The place is about 15 spots large and is at about 50% capacity.

        Overall it’s well lite and feels very safe! Would recommend for a night.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
        Sep. 5, 2024

        Flying Goose Campground & Resort

        Nice campground on nice lake

        Large campground with a play park and other sporting area. Lake to swim in - no lifeguard offered. Large sites with water/electric hook up - some full hook sites and big rig friendly. The site we were put in was not set up well for the connections however it was a large site. Very muddy site but they offered to let us use a rug so we didn’t get ours all Muddy.

      • Kim R.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from River View Campground
        Aug. 7, 2024

        River View Campground

        Great family campground

        Lots of activities for kids and teens. Teen social on Fridays to help them meet friends. Nice pool. The campground is on a hill if you have mobility issues. Many spots along the river.

      • wThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Minneapolis Southwest KOA
        Aug. 5, 2024

        Minneapolis Southwest KOA

        Older koa

        We stayed at this koa because it was our only way to watch softball tournament. We stayed 5 days and it was fairly nice. People that were working were very helpful and nice. Lost power a couple hours twice because of branches falling g from trees.

      • SThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from High Island Creek Park
        Aug. 2, 2024

        High Island Creek Park

        Magical

        Good vibes it’s a magical place when u go hiking down the hill to the hidden creeks trails and absolute peace being one with nature..

      • TThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Fort Ridgely State Park
        Jul. 30, 2024

        Fort Ridgely State Park

        July and Beautiful! Gem of a Park!

        This is now my favorite MN State Park. Campground is VERY WELL MAINTAINED. BRAND NEW Bathroom/shower building with large ADA showers.

        I was there Tuesday through Saturday and I was THE ONLY CAMPER in the whole park Wednesday through Saturday!

        Drinking water is very good and many fountains and hydrants are located all throughout the park, even way out on the trails there are water fountains.

        Large stone pavilion for groups picnics.

        In JULY The Prairie Trails are stunning with all the wild flowers in full bloom. Many trails and nice overlooks too. I walked and hiked the trail over and over because of the beautiful flowers and trails.

        The MN State Historical Society could do a much better job at EDUCATING what really happened at the Fort and why. The signage is in need of repair and restoration. Make sure to read up about the fort before arriving so that you can appreciate the importance of the site you’re camping on.

        The horse campground is also very well maintained and has nice shower/bathroom building. No flys and people have been great at cleaning up manure and putting it in the compost pile.

        The creek through the campground is beautiful and the sound of water over the rock is great for sleeping. The creek is cool temperature even in July but kids have fun swimming and splashing. There are marked areas for crossing the creek which make great wading areas too.

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Minneapolis Southwest KOA
        Jul. 13, 2024

        Minneapolis Southwest KOA

        Unlevel sites, broken dump station

        About the only nice thing about this place is the lady who answered the phone, Valerie.

        She was extremely nice other than that it was gravel. Roads that were poorly maintained trucks were parked sticking out into the road making it difficult to get around. The site was very unlevel and the water Spicket didn’t really work very well.. we paid for two nights and bought a KOA review or rewards program to do it… We refused to stay the second night when we called to see if we could get our money back the gentleman who checked us in as a ground tender was rude and choppy he wasn’t very friendly when he brought us into the place.

        The place was packed like sardines… Very difficult to negotiate at night.

        Overall, the worst campground we’ve stayed in in the two RV trips we’ve taken from Florida to Minnesota. There are so many beautiful state parks don’t bother with this KOA not even for a one nighter.

        We were stuck on a back loop. There were a lot of mosquitoes bugs and mud… It just wasn’t a nice experience.

      • Katie C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park
        Jun. 11, 2024

        Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

        Great choice for a weekend trip

        We stayed at A24 and A26. Overall, nice spots and were easy to find, and an easy walk to the bathrooms (which were standard but good). Theres a “little library” by them too with a small picnic table for kids. Your sites all face each other completely so don’t expect any privacy (it’s a campground so not that you should expect that usually).

        Like others said, A24 is huge and has a beautiful tree in the middle, but it currently has a blue stripe around it which might mean it’s getting chopped or is sick?? (Photo attached) I think you’d lose a lot of your tree cover if they take it down.

        Tons of mosquitoes like at many parks this year.

      • BThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
        May. 30, 2024

        Flying Goose Campground & Resort

        Just beautiful

        Very quiet and clean, goid WiFi. Gary was very helpful. This campground is just beautiful. There is a lake you can fish,swim,rent kayaks and canoe. Laundry and showers.

      • cThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Everett Park
        May. 29, 2024

        Everett Park

        Beautiful, peaceful, not too far out of the way.

        It was serene and beautiful. The sunset over the water was absolutely amazing. Breathtaking scenery. There is a shower and toilets. And it costs $20 for a tent sight, $25 for a power hookup sight. We'll worth the stop, I almost didn't want to leave. I would stay here again!

      • Vanessa B.
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        May. 27, 2024

        Kamp Dels

        Camp Dels

        Camp Dels Review

        Worth the read!

        Charges:

        They charged us half of what my cousin next to us got charged and we got the same thing but mine should have been more because I had 3 more adults. And it was 500$ for 3 nights. We should have just went and rented out a house. 

        On the last day we went up to get our bills fixed and it took 40 min for them to figure out the issue, wrote down the totals and said we'll charge the cards at 11 am when the other guy comes in. At 11am we went back up for our receipts and it took them another 20 min to figure it out. He wanted to send us away saying. I'll figure it out and email it to you. I said no that doesn't work for me I'll take it now. He said what would you like me to do. So I had to spell it out for him and said "I want you to take the full amount your charging me, subtract the deposit, then subtract the payment I made when I came on Friday, and now tell me what I owe today, run that amount on my card right now and give me the receipt and do the same for the other site we had too. It's not hard. However you have to do it in your computer you figure it out, I just want to go home. I'll wait" he said your right it's not hard. I said start over completely if you want I don't care. I just want my receipts. (They couldn't even figure out math and how simple it was. What are they going to do if there computers ever fail totally) it was painfully funny to endure both times I sat through Watching with my bill!

        Night time:

        So at night get ready to be harassed every 30 minutes to a hour by workers trying to bully you to bed every night if you choose to stay up past 11pm. And they pick out the 1 drunk guy in your group to try and cope with when the sober one is saying "hey I'm sober. I don't drink. Can you please answer and talk to me" but they are rude to you and refuse. They pick at the drunk guy. But that was every night. All 3 nights. 1st time they come it is 1guy. 2nd time 2guys. 3rd time 3guys come. 4th time 4guys. 5th time 4guys come. They start at 11pm telling people to turn off all music (even on the phone turned way down. Even watching a video outside. Even if your humming/singing together, lol he said no/off, now). Of course we complied though.

        At 12am they say time for bed and then start tying to reason with you about coming back for a time when it's going to be all over at. At 12:30/1am they will come back a 3rd time and start bullying again. And say put it out now and throw a fit when you don't completely comply. So they say "I'll be back in 15 min and we are done, fire goes out and you are all going to bed". So at 1:15 perfectly on time their gang comes to harass you adults to go to bed. He screams I'm not leaving until your fires out and your all in bed. I tell him to shhhhhh! And now the drunk guy who paid 500$ to be here gets his wood doused with water and is livid. And some of us drop off every time they come because they are so rude and don't want to deal with it but I'm sober and an adult and No one is going to put me to bed. All the adults there are waisted all day and not watching their kids. And now I know why. We talk to all our neighbors plus we are there with about 10 other scattered around sites and every neighbor couldn't believe what they were doing saying we weren't even loud. We had no music and a small fire with a few people. I kept walking 5 away to go pee and I couldn't hear our group any of the nights. And we weren't even all at 1 fire either.

        * And throughout every interaction the non-drinker asks respectively (me) where in your rules or on the website does it say adults have a bed time by 1am and you guys go around harassing repeatedly trying to cause problems starting at 11pm and bully them them to bed???? Maybe you should be more transparent or be more humble and kind with your discretion. No one is being loud and belligerent. But I was ignored. Because if it had sad that on line or had I been warned about the worker's behavior after 11pm we wouldn't have came. We ourselves had 2 spots. The guy we knew who invited us had like 8 spots with him and needless to say none of us and anyone we know will ever come to 

        Camp Hels. 

        The workers/people:

        Some shouldn't work with the public. But they are all family! All related just about! And they let you know it! Some of them also let you know that they aren't saposed to be working but that they are there working anyways! So I put money in for the batting cages. Nothing happened so i swiped the playing card again. A guy and lady walk out. I said excuse me. Im not sure im doing it right but i think it took my money. She yelled at me that "we are having problems, dont I see that, give us some time". So i waited. It looked like they were going to leave so i told the guy what happened to my card and he said sure we'll refund it. The last ones not working. (But they didnt put a sign on it) and he told the lady to deal with my refund. And she came and yelled at me again. I tried to explain myself but there's no talking to her. Pretty sure she was drunk. She said stay right here. Ill be back. I waited for 30 min for a refund at the batting cages. Come to find out no one works up there. She went to the office to get a refund. But I had to call the front desk to see if someone was even coming back. And he asked her while holding the phone "do you got people waiting on you up there? We'll get going there still waiting." When she got back she yelled "so who's waiting on me!" Like she didn't ask me to stay put like a dog. And was rude again. But I got a new card and 20 new mosquito bites.

        There was other little things that were observed and overhead from other guests like at the pool, concert, petting zoo and other places too. We couldn't mention them all. We are very social and people loved all the stuff to do but hated the way they were all treated. We talked to a few seasonal owners and they say they get treated the same and hate it. 

        The sites/cleanliness/activities:

        Lifeguards were nice. Business and all activities inside the campground ran smoothly and weren't awful at all. The kids enjoyed themselves using the amenities and activities. The bathrooms were ok and pretty clean. Some trash cans had overflowing garbage and a lot all over after events. I never saw anyone picking it up. But you could always see someone riding a golf cart being bossy. It was nice to see they gave their zoo animals long breaks from feeding and petting. Some of the birds looked like they had Veterinarian feather/skin illnesses. They call it a petting zoo but there's really no petting. 

        Recommendations:

        Don't ever go. Or camp next door or close or get a house then just pay for a day pass if you can.

        If CAMP DELS is reading this you should be more transparent on your site and train your family/workers to be more kind and just walk by reminding people to stay quit at night. Insted of being on a power trip demanding adults have a bed time, pretending you don't have discretion and choices yourselves on who and where you are actually creating the problem, bullying and then playing victim. Because the only thing your accomplishing every night is pissing people off. There is a better way. Weather your there or not trying to throw your authority around, people will go to bed. Example PD dont go into bars after 12am harassing people saying "times a coming guys! I'm going to close you down". You should only be keeping people from getting out of hand. Not causing it. Another fantastic idea is have an adult camping section where quiet time is 11pm and adults can go to bed when they choose! Instead of trying to take away people's freedom, especially on Memorial weekend! God bless and hope I never see any of you at Camp Dels ever again.

      • Andrew K.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from High Island Creek Park
        May. 25, 2024

        High Island Creek Park

        Very close

        Very close to other campers, but no one bothered anyone. Dog didn’t go nuts, got a good spot. Would recommend. Tent camping on the way to Alaska and filled all needs. Has a Porta-shitter and trash. Decent spot, windy.

      • Anne C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Flandrau State Park
        May. 24, 2024

        Flandrau State Park

        Sweet little state park near historic river town

        If you are a little more flexible and have the capacity to do so, definitely consider the rustic campground rather than the semi-modern one. There aren't very many sites, the sites are very large, and the setting is lovely. There are vault toilets here, along with campfire pits and picnic tables, so if you need fresh water or want to shower, you can walk 7 or 8 minutes or drive over to the other campground for those.

      • Tori K.
        Camper-submitted photo from Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park
        Mar. 31, 2024

        Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

        Favorite site

        This park has one of my favorite sites. The site for your tent is up a short walkway from where you park your car. My dog loves the bison drive! Firepit and picnic table provided. wood is available for purchase at the office. Shower and bathroom facility was clean and close to this campsite. Be sure to visit the waterfall in the other section of the park nearby! Will be returning this summer! Please note, raccoons are in the area, so please be kind to mother nature and keep your food and trash secure!!

      • S
        Camper-submitted photo from Land of Memories Campground
        Mar. 27, 2024

        Land of Memories Campground

        Large park and campground with much to do!

        The park here has a Frisbee golf course as well as soccer fields and a trail system that wraps the campground and park. In the campground, the spots are plentiful, especially if you winter camp like I do. There are accommodations for any size camper, including pull through locations for big rigs. This campground offers electric and non electric sites. The spots with the most privacy are here by the river. Other spots inside the park are more exposed. If you kayak, there's also a boat ramp! I'd recommend that anyone looking to visit minneopa come here if you have a large rig. The logistics are far easier here, and you're still close to the bison.

      • S
        Camper-submitted photo from Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park
        Mar. 27, 2024

        Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

        Nice location for camping and viewing the bison

        Nice spot. Quiet during the off-season. The spots are plentiful here given its the off-season, but keep in mind, if you come, the only camping spots available are the ones that have power. The "A" section is closed down, but once the season gets going again, it will open. Camping is nice here. My preference is the "A" leg of the campground as it is more wooded and you're buffered better against other campers. The "B" leg isn't quite as private. Pick the perimeter spots if you don't want a neighbor right on top of you. These spots end in even numbers. The inner camp spots are odd numbers, and they've expanded the amount of spots, so there isn't much privacy. Once the foliage grows in, it might be "ok," but looking at it now during the winter season, there isn't any privacy at all. In the park there are bathrooms and a dump station. Parking over at the trail system, there are also pit toilets and community grills, and picnic tables. It's mostly quiet here with a slight bit of road noise. It's nothing bad, though. Anything from tents to cars to fifth wheels can camp here. Any larger fifth wheel, I believe, would be better suited to the "b" leg for camping. There is power there and spots large enough to accommodate your rig. If you're coming to see the bison, keep in mind that the bison drive is closed Wednesdays! Have fun!

      • S
        Camper-submitted photo from High Island Creek Park
        Feb. 1, 2024

        High Island Creek Park

        Great park!

        As previously stated, you need to follow up with the sheriif. They just want to know the duration of stay, people in the group, and vehicle information. I'm winter camping during the warm spell here in MN, and it's pretty quiet. The area is muddy with the thaw, but that's to be expected. There's quite a number of spots that all have fire rings. A large 5th wheel might have a struggle with some of the spots depending on availability, but anything else should be fine.

      • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from High Island Creek Park
        Oct. 21, 2023

        High Island Creek Park

        Pretty and quiet night

        You’ll drive down what seems like could be a residential road, but the park is at the end of it and has some nice spots with fire pits, a playground for kids, and picnic tables. The sign says to call the sheriff to get permission to camp, but we got in a late and left early and didn’t call and had no trouble. It seemed like someone may have lived there in their camper and there was another family camping, but overall a really nice experience and the sunset was beautiful with the trees!

      • Lana G.
        Camper-submitted photo from Mack Lake County Park
        Oct. 9, 2023

        Mack Lake County Park

        great for river view

        small hidden gem right on the river. sights are gravel and mostly level. had a popup camper. wouldn't want to sleep on the ground in a tent. clean porta potty in the camp area. county parks manager is friendly and knowledgeable if you need to call during business hours. plenty of wood to forage (allowed) also some nice wood at registration station for a donation. fort ridgley close by if you want to do a bit of sight seeing.  i would always prefer a county park over state park. there is water available, didn't look for it or need it. no electric. also a picnic shelter with vault toilets. too far from camp area to be of benefit for campers, the porta potty is good enough.

      • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Crystal Springs RV Resort
        Sep. 21, 2023

        Crystal Springs RV Resort

        Nice Campground

        As the campground(CG) is right off the interstate, it was easy to get to. Our check-in package was ready when we arrived at the little self-registration building at the entrance. We had requested site 40, where we had stayed two years ago, but they gave us back-in site 41 instead on the little lake. The utilities are in the middle of the site and worked well with water pressure near 45 psi. The sites are decently spaced for this type of CG. They have WiFi, but their info packet states it's not good enough for streaming but okay for email, etc. We got 3 bars on Verizon and used our MiFi since we were only here for two nights. The CG is right off I-35, so you do get some highway noise. This CG is very well kept, with mostly seasonal and permanent parties. We came in with two other 5th wheels and had no problem getting sites, but we did reserve well before our arrival. There was not a formal dog park, but there was plenty of area to walk your dog. We noted that this CG was featured in RV Life’s 2023 Discover The Best RV Parks& Resorts In Every State with this narrative:"This family-owned campground prides itself on cleanliness; there is an owner on-site around the clock to ensure it stays in top condition. The park is beautifully landscaped and has both pull-thru and back-in sites. All sites(some are waterfront) are level and offer full hookups and free Wi-Fi. There are onsite restrooms and laundry facilities that are kept sparkling clean. They also offer a lending library of books and movies. There is a large pond on the property that is perfect for fishing, kayaking, and other water sports, and there is a walking path that circles the pond." Check out the Spam Museum in Austin, MN. We thought the museum would be cheesy, but it was a nice facility and a great experience. The CG deserved this praise, and we again enjoyed our stay.

      • S
        Camper-submitted photo from Blue Earth City Campground
        Sep. 19, 2023

        Blue Earth City Campground

        Great Stop Near I-90

        We stayed here per the recommendation of a friend and had a great experience. The camp host, Denise, was very nice upon arrival. The grounds were quiet and bathrooms were clean. Fast wifi and free firewood were great added benefits that made our night after a long day of driving.

      • Tonya B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Rice County McCullough Park
        Aug. 29, 2023

        Rice County McCullough Park

        Quiet Campground on Nice Lake

        Sites were long enough for our 40ft fifth wheel camper plus the truck and we had a large yard. Sites have crushed asphalt base and are decently level. Grounds are well maintained. Two boat/fishing docks, playground, pavilion, and hiking trails for things to do. Price is very reasonable for water and electric hookup. Just be prepared for the bugs!

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        Camper-submitted photo from Baylor Regional Park
        Aug. 28, 2023

        Baylor Regional Park

        Beautiful scenery, and the only option in town.

        Small, nice campground. Good size sites but close together. Level trailer sites. many tent sites were not.  Good mix of electric and non-electric.



      Guide to Mankato

      Camping near Mankato, Minnesota, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature and make lasting memories.

      What to do:

      • Hiking and Trails: Explore the beautiful trails at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The trails are also nice and well kept," making it a great spot for hiking enthusiasts.
      • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Lebanon Hills Regional Park. A camper shared, "Fishing was great; we enjoyed ourselves the whole thing," highlighting the fun you can have by the water.
      • Wildlife Viewing: Check out Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park for a chance to see bison. One happy camper said, "This park has one of my favorite sites," emphasizing the unique wildlife experience.

      What campers like:

      • Privacy and Space: Campers appreciate the spacious sites at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve. One reviewer noted, "Peaceful, quiet, with spacious sites that are situated in a staggered way," making it a favorite for those seeking a little solitude.
      • Clean Facilities: Many visitors rave about the cleanliness of the facilities. A camper at Myre-Big Island State Park remarked, "Showers were what you can expect but good pressure and hot water," which is always a plus after a day outdoors.
      • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpful staff at various campgrounds. One visitor at Baker Park Reserve said, "Everyone here at Baker is so helpful and accommodating," making the experience even better.

      What you should know:

      • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for mosquitoes, especially in the summer. A camper at Rice Lake State Park warned, "Mosquitos are awful," so bring bug spray.
      • Reservations: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Lebanon Hills Regional Park advised, "Must reserve months in advance as usually full," so plan ahead.
      • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like High Island Creek Park, do not have drinking water or electric hookups. A camper noted, "There isn't any potable water on site," so be sure to bring your own supplies.

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with nearby lakes or trails. A family at Myre-Big Island State Park enjoyed, "My kids loved skipping rocks at the little shore," which is perfect for little ones.
      • Safety First: Always check for weather updates and park guidelines. One camper at Fort Ridgely State Park mentioned, "The creek is cool temperature even in July but kids have fun swimming and splashing," so keep an eye on water safety.
      • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A visitor at Baker Campground suggested, "Firewood is available at the office," making it easy to cook over a campfire.

      Tips from RVers:

      • Space for Big Rigs: Many campgrounds, like Baker Campground, are big rig friendly. One RVer noted, "RV pads are gravel," which is helpful for larger vehicles.
      • Check Hookups: Make sure to check if your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A camper at Myre-Big Island State Park mentioned, "Electric hookup for RV and easy dump station," which is essential for a comfortable stay.
      • Quiet Spots: Look for campgrounds that offer quieter areas. A visitor at High Island Creek Park said, "The campground is kept up very well," which can make for a peaceful night’s sleep.

      Camping near Mankato, Minnesota, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or family fun.

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