Richmond-area RV parks and campgrounds provide convenient overnight options along major highways while offering lakeside recreation within 30 miles. Winter camping availability varies by location, with several parks open from early May through late October. Most campgrounds maintain temperature-controlled bathhouses and offer a range of hookup options.
What to do
Fishing access: Lake Koronis Regional Park provides direct lake access for anglers with a boat launch near camping sites. "We stumbled upon this place just taking back roads and driving around. Nice beach area and Great picnic area!" reports one visitor to Lake Koronis Regional Park.
Water activities: Two Rivers Campground offers tubing on the river during summer months. "Tubing down the river is a MUST! Lots of fun. There's mini golf, a decent arcade, a camp store," notes a camper at Two Rivers Campground. The park sits between the Mississippi River and Platte River outlet.
Family recreation: St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park features a 9-hole mini golf course, shuffleboard, salt water pool, and indoor activities. "This a nice family campground. It has a 9 hole mini golf, shuffleboard, salt water pool, and a lobby/gift shop. They also offer a nice seating area for those hot or raining days with free arcade," explains a visitor at St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Westrich RV Park maintains well-kept bathhouses and grounds with walking paths for pet owners. "Stayed here with a large group of family and had a site big enough for all of our rigs. There were some walking paths right behind our site, which was great for those of us with dogs! There is a playground, pool, volleyball area, basketball court, and shower/bath house," notes a reviewer at Westrich RV Park.
Seasonal amenities: Cokato Lake RV Resort offers heated swimming, recreational courts, and mini golf from May through October. "Inground, heated swimming pool; mini golf; pickleball; tennis; arcade room attached to the office. Ice cream shop has 8 flavors of hand-dipped yum!" shares an enthusiastic camper at Cokato Lake RV Resort Cooperative Association.
Highway convenience: RV parks near Richmond provide easy highway access for travelers passing through central Minnesota. "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!" remarks a camper about the accessibility of rest stops.
What you should know
Site configurations: Some campgrounds have sites with unusual layouts that affect camping experience. "Pretty disappointed to arrive and be in a backwards site. This is a back-in only site and yet the site is backwards. The firepit is on the backend of the camper instead of the front... 1/3 of their sites are setup backwards," notes one camper about their experience.
Price variations: RV parks Richmond, Minnesota and surrounding areas range from $30 to $80 per night, with significant price increases during peak season. "Just passing through, great lake location but $80 was kind of high," reports one visitor to Codgers Cover RV Resort.
Off-season operations: Many campgrounds close by mid-October, with few winter camping options. "Still open in the winter! Convenient location right off I94 and HWY 23," notes a winter camper, highlighting the limited but available cold-weather options.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Most family-oriented campgrounds feature playgrounds and dedicated kid zones. "Nice playground with swings, close to a larger park near the lake. Only reason we gave it 4 is because, as another reviewer pointed out, many of the sites are facing the wrong way," explains a family camper.
Activity planning: Campgrounds with organized activities provide entertainment for various age groups. "The campground is so nice and quiet! Located 50 Miles NW of Minneapolis, and only 15 Miles from St. Cloud, MN," shares a visitor describing the location and atmosphere at RiversEdge RV Park.
Budget considerations: Some parks have implemented additional charges for families. "New owner as of 2022- huge jump in prices! Extra fees added everywhere-more than two children fee, guest fees, pet fees, river view fees, holiday fees. One year difference our bill went from $235 up to $347 for a 3 night stay," warns a recent visitor about pricing changes.
Tips from RVers
Overnight stops: Short-term travelers prefer parks with pull-through sites and easy highway access. "Stayed here for one night...All lots, (lots of lots), were level and had water & electric. Super easy check in. Would definitely stay again," notes a visitor to Alexandria Shooting Park and RV Campground.
Connectivity issues: WiFi quality varies significantly between parks, with highway-adjacent locations typically offering better service. "It was the worst wifi of about 15 campgrounds we've been to on our trip this year. They warned us it was slow, but we couldn't even connect to it from our site," reports one RVer about their connection challenges.
Site selection: Seasonal and long-term RVers recommend researching specific site layouts before booking. "Nice and clean, tubing down the river is a MUST! Lots of fun," states a camper focusing on recreational activities over site specifics.
