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Best Campgrounds near Osseo, MN

743 Reviews

Multiple campgrounds with cabin accommodations cluster around the Osseo, Minnesota area, with options ranging from basic to upscale facilities. Baker Park Reserve in Medina provides cabin camping alongside tent and RV sites in a developed setting with modern amenities. The Minneapolis Northwest KOA in Maple Grove offers cabin rentals with convenient access to the Twin Cities metropolitan area, while Bunker Hills Regional Park in Coon Rapids features cabin options within a wooded regional park setting. Rice Creek Campgrounds also maintains cabin facilities among its accommodations.

Most cabin campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from late April or early May through mid-October. Reservations are strongly recommended for cabins, especially during summer weekends and holidays when availability becomes limited. Winter cabin access is restricted at most locations, though some facilities offer year-round options. Travelers should note that sites with electricity and water hookups are available at most cabin-offering campgrounds, making them suitable for mixed camping groups. According to one visitor, "Bunker Hills is a nice, quiet campground with activities nearby. The sites are decently private and there are nice bathrooms/showers. We camped here while our friends used a camper cabin and they loved it too."

Cabin amenities vary significantly between locations, with some providing basic shelter while others offer more comfortable accommodations. Many cabins include picnic tables, fire rings, and nearby restroom facilities. At Minneapolis Northwest KOA, cabin campers have access to additional amenities like a swimming pool and camp store, though several reviewers note the campground's sites are "close to each other, but easy access, clean grounds and facilities." Bunker Hills Regional Park receives consistent praise for its wooded setting, with one camper describing it as "heavily wooded with oak trees, lots of privacy, campsites are spaced out well." Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park combines cabin camping with water access, allowing visitors to experience both forest and lake environments during their stay.

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Best Camping Sites Near Osseo, Minnesota (105)

    1. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    38 Reviews
    Maple Plain, MN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 694-7662

    $21 - $29 / night

    "Baker Park near Minneapolis Minnesota was a our camp choice for inexpensive camping on the last leg of our Minnesota vacation in 2017."

    "The beaches are some of the best in Minnesota. The bike trails are nearby and plentiful."

    2. Bunker Hills Regional Park

    16 Reviews
    Coon Rapids, MN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 862-4970

    $20 - $32 / night

    "I was very happy with the trails and accommodations available to me, during my stay."

    "It has a golf course, a restaurant is on the grounds, there is a stable with horses/ponies that you can take guided trail rides on, a water park(it is called The Beach, which was very confusing for us"

    3. Minneapolis Northwest KOA

    11 Reviews
    Maple Grove, MN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 420-2255

    "The site was spacious and private-surrounded on 3 sides by trees. The bathrooms were clean. The pool area was clean and without issue."

    "Sites are close to each other, but easy access, clean grounds and facilities, friendly staff, and a K9 fenced area for a pet friendly campground."

    4. Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park

    17 Reviews
    Lino Lakes, MN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 324-3340

    $20 - $75 / night

    "Kelly's Bar nearby has a great fish fry on Friday.   The campground is neat and well managed."

    "It was very easy to find, close to the twin cities, and clean. There was good access to kindling for a fire in the nice fire pit that has a grill."

    5. Lebanon Hills Regional Park

    43 Reviews
    Apple Valley, MN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 480-7773

    $24 - $42 / night

    "Professional built mtn bike trails for adventure. Camping in Minnesota suburbs. Miles of hiking, horseback riding, cross country ski trails. . perfect for my family's weekend Stay-cation"

    "We live about 15 mins. away from this campground. We stayed in the East Loop which is for smaller RVs and tents. it has electricity but no water hookups, however there are water pumps."

    6. Lake Elmo County Park Reserve

    37 Reviews
    Lake Elmo, MN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 430-8370

    $23 - $80 / night

    "For a County Park, Lake Elmo has an impressive list of amenities. Before we even get to the campsite let's mention the filtered swimming pond."

    "Lake Elmo County Park in Washington County Minnesota is a great park for families."

    7. Rice Creek Campgrounds

    8 Reviews
    Lino Lakes, MN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 324-3340

    $20 - $32 / night

    "Access to lake is great. Firewood at $7 a bundle doesn't burn, it just smokes. I asked for a refund. Buy firewood elsewhere."

    "When Rice Creek Campground opens up again in April I'd highly recommend going there if all you want is a simple camping experience to get away from the city grind."

    8. Crow Hassan Park Reserve

    3 Reviews
    St. Michael, MN
    12 miles
    Website

    $15 / night

    "Do a 180 on the trail and she is happy to trot away from the trailer."

    "I never tire walking the dog park circle along the crow river! Great for birding and tons of beautiful trails!"

    9. Elm Creek Horse Camp

    1 Review
    Dayton, MN
    6 miles
    Website

    $16 / night

    "Tucked away near the archery range(don’t worry—nobody’s aiming at your pup), this campsite offers a solid patch of peace where dogs can sniff, stretch, and settle in by the fire."

    10. Ann Lake

    23 Reviews
    Zimmerman, MN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 878-2325

    $15 - $17 / night

    "Lots of close camp sites for larger groups near the entrance. The further back you go on the road, the more spread out sites get. There are a few walk-in sites that I absolutely love."

    "Just a quick one night trip but a perfect getaway close to home. Very quiet. Camp host was nice . Found a tucked away site that we could park Infront of for more privacy"

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  • Sarah D.
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Wild River State Park Campground

    Secluded Backpack/Canoe Site with Sunrise Views

    I was looking for a secluded backpack in site where I could have a peaceful 48 hours of prayer and solitude, and this site was perfect! I also wanted one that wasn't too far remote, since I hadn't been on a proper backpacking trip since the pandemic hit. And as a solo female camper, I wanted a reserved site so that there would be a record of my location for safety reasons. I'm so glad I chose the Deer Creek site, and will almost definitely stay here again at some point!

    This site is accessible by either hiking or canoe. It took me about 30 minutes to hike in from the visitor center parking lot. There is easy access to river water to boil or filter from the canoe landing.

    This site was incredibly spacious. It includes a fire ring and picnic table overlooking the creek and river. It also includes 2 large tent pads (look out for widow makers, one of the tent pads is under a dead tree!). It also has a spot nestled in some pine trees that could fit a smaller tent, canoe storage, or I found it to be the perfect spot to hang my hammock! (This would be a great site for hammock camping.) So if you're camping with a small group of people this would be a great site. It also includes a trail to a fairly private latrine, and a bear box (the park ranger warned me that there are bears in the park although I did not see any.) I also found plenty of dead down and dry wood and birch bark on the ground for building fires.

    This site is great for a one nigjt stay on a longer backpacking or canoeing trip, but also great for camping out at for a couple of nights. I stayed for two, and it connects to all the major trails in the park, so I was able to use it as a great base for hiking and seeing the beautiful changing leaves. In the morning I hiked North to do the Riverside trail and looped back through the woods. Then in the afternoon I did the Deer Creek loop, which is a shared horse and hiking trail. It was so nice to he able to hike out to some of the best trails in the park directly from my site.

    This site felt remarkably remote for being only an hour from the twin cities and a mile from the parking lot! I stayed there Thursday -Saturday, and after leaving the parking lot on Thursday did not see another human being for the rest of the day, and Friday not until I hit the main trails! There was no one else staying within at least a mile of me. I was even able to see fantastic stars Friday night. There was amazing wildlife - a blue heron frequented the site, and I heard all types of owls. Two bald eagles had a nest across the river so I got to see and hear them the whole trip, too- it was absolutely magical!

    This site has a great view of both sunrise and sunset. Thursday night there was a gorgeous sunset over the woods reflected in deer Creek. Both mornings I woke up to watch the sunrise while drinking my coffee next to the fire (it was freezing!!!). Watching the sun rise over the river and fog roll over th water and evaporate while eagles soared was truly magical. Having an easy backpack in site surrounded by water on two sides and with views of the sunrise and sunset like this was so incredible!!!

  • Lance L.
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Cleary Lake Regional Park

    Large campground with plentyy of activities!

    They have two lots for RV and travel trailer use although the first lot only has two spaces and the second one has a total of five. The five space spot has no water or electric hook up but was a great place for me to test out my new solar set up. Word to the wise, gates ACTUALLY close at 10pm, there's no way to contact anyone and I had to walk about a mile in parked outside the gate 😅. The White Pine lot (5 spaces) has a central bathroom/shower building. The park was jam packed Friday/Saturday but a ghosts town the remains sun/mon/tue I stayed.

  • Joel S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Lake Byllesby Regional Park

    Very nice campground

    This is a good campground. Very well kept. Fishing from shore and there is a boat launch. Nice playground for kids. Sites are fairly close. Many have no privacy from others, but some do. No water at the sites and pit toilets are the biggest weaknesses. Nice paths for walking and biking.

  • H
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    First time camping!

    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. We will be back!

  • Larry K.
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Willow River State Park Campground

    Never again

    Never again, $81 for an electric only site. Come on Wisconsin let's jab the out of .staters. Entry fee to parks, extra for out of staters. The site was secluded but not close to level. Not close to the facilities. I am going back to SD. They don't add fees because you are from out of town, they actually encourage out of state tourists. Last trip to a Wisconsin state park . And the showers were closed for the season, this is 10/9/25. But still full price and just an electric only site. No thanks Wisconsin

  • Maria D.
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Interstate State Park — Interstate State Park

    Lovely River, Too Much Hustle

    Interstate State Park has some nice features, but overall it wasn’t my favorite. Many of the exterior loop sites have river access, which was a highlight, and we didn’t have to deal with mosquitoes thanks to being right on the water. The nearby towns are also very charming and worth exploring.

    That said, the campground is small and very crowded, likely because it’s so close to the Cities and popular with canoe rentals. Expect a lot of traffic noise, and in the fall, migrating geese can be very loud (which didn’t bother me, but might for some). The ranger office had limited hours, and since firewood is locked up, there’s no self-serve option. Another downside: a riverboat cruises by frequently, blasting music in the evenings and giving tours during the day.

    The sites are close together, with RVs and tents mixed on one loop, so generator noise is common. It wasn’t a terrible stay, but just too small and busy for my preference—I don’t think I’d return.

    Best sites seemed to be 21 (great river views, less private), 23 (fun detached tent pad), and 18 (most private). Sites 4–5 were also lovely but close to the bathrooms and camp host, so expect more foot traffic.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Ann Lake

    Quite camping just out of town

    Just a quick one night trip but a perfect getaway close to home. Very quiet. Camp host was nice . Found a tucked away site that we could park Infront of for more privacy

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Lebanon Hills Regional Park

    Not a bad stay

    Sites are a little close with little to no privacy in most. Fun little trails nearby for an afternoon walk. Reservation system is weird and the sites are much bigger than they say. All rv sites are the listed length plus 16’ for your tow vehicle, which you need to call to find out.

  • Krista T.
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park

    Nice metro get away

    This is a beautiful park and the campsites for the most part all seem spacious, and the loop we were in (whichever one site 52 is in) all had decent tree cover.

    The bathroom facility has seen better days. The nature center is nice and a great place to spend some time if it is raining during their open hours.

Guide to Osseo

Camping near Osseo, Minnesota, offers a variety of beautiful spots to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Many campgrounds, like Willow River State Park Campground, have lovely trails. One visitor mentioned, "Lovely trails, the beach is a large area with a nice park and picnic area."
  • Water Activities: At Interstate State Park, you can rent canoes and kayaks. A reviewer said, "Canoe and kayak rentals for more adventures on the river" made their trip even better.
  • Wildlife Watching: Wild River State Park Campground is great for spotting deer. One camper shared, "We spotted three white-tail deer."

What campers like:

  • Secluded Sites: Campers appreciate the privacy at places like Nerstrand Big Woods State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "Sites are wooded so you don’t have neighbor issues."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds, such as Lebanon Hills Regional Park, are praised for their cleanliness. One reviewer said, "The showers were clean and the hot water was great."
  • Convenient Location: Campgrounds like Afton State Park Campground are close to the Twin Cities. A camper mentioned, "It’s a great park conveniently located near the twin cities."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Lake Elmo County Park Reserve, lack showers and toilets. A visitor pointed out, "Only portapotties. I think the best camping opportunity I saw was the group campgrounds."
  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Lake Maria State Park warned, "The mosquitos were awful."
  • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots fill up quickly. A reviewer at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve said, "Must reserve months in advance as usually full."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like William O'Brien State Park Campground, which has easy walking trails. A family shared, "Easy walking trails surround the park which is nice and convenient."
  • Pack Bug Spray: With the presence of mosquitoes, especially in summer, one camper advised, "Be prepared with bug spray/repellant!"
  • Plan Activities: Campgrounds like Afton State Park offer trails for hiking and swimming spots. A visitor said, "Good pricing, great trails for all different skill levels."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Interstate State Park noted, "The electric sites are quite cramped."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Some campgrounds, like Wild River State Park, may not have nearby stores. A visitor mentioned, "The friendly folks at the park office helped me plan a fun day."
  • Stay Connected: If you need to stay in touch, check cell service availability. A camper at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park said, "T-Mobile service is one (1) bar of LTE."

Camping near Osseo, Minnesota, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Osseo, MN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Osseo, MN offers a wide range of camping options, with 105 campgrounds and RV parks near Osseo, MN and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Osseo, MN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Osseo, MN is Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve with a 4.5-star rating from 38 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Osseo, MN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Osseo, MN.

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