Camping Near St Joseph, MN

Looking for the best campgrounds near St. Joseph, MN? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are St. Joseph campgrounds just for you. Get the dirt on all the best camping near St. Joseph. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near St. Joseph, MN (108)

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Maria State Park Campground
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    1. Lake Maria State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    95 Photos
    92 Saves
    Silver Creek, Minnesota

    Backpack sites, located on remote lakes and ponds throughout the park, are one to two miles from the trailhead parking. New log camper cabins, located near lakes and ponds, provide bunk beds for six people and a table and benches for campers who want more of the creature comforts.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Cloud Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from St. Cloud Campground & RV Park
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    2. St. Cloud Campground & RV Park

    8 Reviews
    5 Photos
    21 Saves
    Saint Cloud, Minnesota

    Whether you're looking for a primitive camping experience, a fun filled family getaway or an RV Club meeting spot, we have the perfect site for you.

    From recreation to relaxation, from accommodations to amenities, we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations.

    -Clean, modern restrooms

    -Clean, hot showers

    -Laundromat

    -Lodge with snack bar, groceries, RV supplies

    -LP Gas sales on site

    -2,800 square-foot Rally Center

    -102 sites

    -Large open and wooded sites

    -45 large, pull-through sites

    -77 full hook-up sites

    -30/50 amp service

    -Dump station

    -Swimming Pool

    -Free "In your Rig" Wireless Hi-Speed Internet.

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

    $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Ann Lake
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    3. Ann Lake

    20 Reviews
    25 Photos
    104 Saves
    Zimmerman, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $17 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park
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    4. St. Cloud-Clearwater RV Park

    6 Reviews
    18 Photos
    42 Saves
    Clearwater, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park Campground
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    6. 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
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    7. Birch Lake

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

    $12 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Sibley State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Sibley State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Oak Ridge Campground — Sibley State Park
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    8. Oak Ridge Campground — Sibley State Park

    19 Reviews
    55 Photos
    2 Saves
    New London, Minnesota

    Sites are available in two campgrounds. Sites in the Lakeview Campground are near the lake and well-shaded. Oak Ridge sites include a variety of wooded and open locations.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    9. El Rancho Manana

    3 Reviews
    1 Photo
    19 Saves
    Richmond, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
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    10. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    35 Reviews
    76 Photos
    173 Saves
    Maple Plain, Minnesota

    With more than 200 sites to choose from, you may have trouble picking your favorite spot! Camper cabins and sites with or without electrical hookups are available with shower and restroom facilities nearby.

    Located within Baker Park Reserve, which offers miles of biking and hiking trails, swimming beaches, a play area, picnic areas, boat access, watercraft rentals and more.

    Baker Campground has 203 sites, including 103 with electricity. Each site can accommodate two tents or one tent and one RV, and a maximum of eight people. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, with wheelchair accessible showers and flush toilets nearby. There is an RV dump station available.

    Baker has five 12’x16’ cabins. Each features a screened-in porch, table, benches and wooden bunk beds with mattresses, electricity, heat, overhead lighting, ceiling fans and outlets. The cabins are near a modern restroom facility that includes showers, changing rooms and dishwashing sinks. Three of the cabins can accommodate up to six people; two cabins are ADA-accessible and can accommodate up to five people.

    Baker Campground encourages recycling and composting.

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

    $21 - $29 / night

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390 Reviews of 108 St. Joseph Campgrounds


  • Amy G.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
    Dec. 17, 2024

    Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

    Winter camping- very quiet with the electric hookups

    This is one campground in Minnesota that offers a handful of electric hookups for winter camping. The beauty of this campground, is that while the campsites available are in a row, there's plenty of space between sites and some of them are even pulled through. Making it easy for RVs to pull in and hook up.

    The vault toilet is not easy to find from where the electric openings are in the winter. While these spaces are right next door to a shower house with toilets, this is closed in the winter. The vault toilet is several rows over and down, making it hard to find if you don't already know where it is. But it was clean, and it was available.

    The campfire rings seemed clean, and each had a picnic table as well. We loved the pull-through site because then we were a little more protected from the road, although it's not busy this time of year at all. So it was very quiet except for our neighbors, and they didn't make much noise at all.

    There are trails nearby that are easily accessible on foot from the campground, and you can make loops that come back to the campground as well.

    There are two campgrounds at this park, but this is the one that has availability in the winter time. Ironically, they also have a couple of walk-in spots that are also open this time of year. If you're willing to brave the temps without an electric hookup. Not hard to find, not hard to access, but no electric hookups at these sites.

  • 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 Spirit of Ripley
    Nov. 4, 2024

    Spirit of Ripley

    Close to lake

    Nice large grass pads, easily accessible for big rigs! Close to the lake and public boat access. Each site had a picnic table and a fire ring provided. All sites have power, water, and sewer hook ups. Went for several bike rides around the lake.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Oct. 31, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Nice place. Lots of traffic

    Plenty of spots. Fairly small spots. This road is pretty busy for a dirt forest road and people FLY down it. Almost got hit a few times walking. Even through a Wednesday night cars are flying down the road.

  • David T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground
    Oct. 23, 2024

    Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground

    A really excellent stop over, although I didn't need a whole hookup!

    I was traveling Eastward through the upper Midwest and had a really hard time in this area finding a place to camp. I finally came across this place. There was some suggestion that there was some drive in sites that were not reservable, that is. They were first come first serve. But I was unaware or unable to find those. I ended up paying a fair amount of money for a full hookup site. The bathrooms were extremely modern and clean.

    There were some really nice wide trails around the lake. I think those were basically designed for cross-country skiing in the winter. But they made a perfect opportunity for me to let the dog run off. Leash. Probably was not within the rules, but it was very quiet there and the dog didn't bother anybody with her running.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Masonic West River Campground
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Masonic West River Campground

    Large riverfront sites

    Amazing campsite! Sites are large and grassy! We had a lakeview site right off the paved walking/biking trail with room for a large tent and the pop-up camper. Fire ring and picnic table provided. A man drives through the campsite close to dusk to sell firewood as there is no traditional office. Bathrooms and showers are located near the dump station and dumpster. Be on the lookout for the code for the doors during your reservation process. We had missed it and had to ask a neighbor if they knew the codes so we could shower.

  • 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.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

    Great Land, best place to relax and play my fav video game

    Really happy to be able to see some pictures of this lovely place, enjoying with family and pet is one of the most entertaining experience in life. Also have had a good time playing with the D2R items of my favourite video game. Will come back in this zone in the future.

  • 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.

  • Maria H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    Aug. 23, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

    Nice Place Very Interesting

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  • 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.

  • Mukesh A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Games Lake County Park
    Aug. 1, 2024

    Games Lake County Park

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  • Laurie V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Riverwood RV Park
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Mississippi Riverwood RV Park

    Buyer Beware!

     If you do NOT stay the entire amount of time you have paid for, you may lose the right to return to your site, even if your lease says the lot is still yours.

    My husband and I camped at MRRV Park from July 5 to August 5th,2023, because my husband had a job in the area. We signed a lease that went through October 15th. We agreed that the lot’s owner could find another renter after we left with the condition that some of our money would be refunded. Shortly after we left, my husband found out he had a second job in the twin cities. We tried to contact the owner many times to see if any other renters were lined up. Only by contacting the park board did we find that the lot had been rented out 2 days after we left. The lot’s owner refuses to return any money for the 9 extra weeks we paid for! My husband had to rent a hotel room☹ 

    The RV Park board refuses to help so we are going to court.

  • E
    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.

  • David G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River

    Fun place

    The campground is nice and clean. Good size spaces. The tubing is a plus. Had one issue with power dropping so we had to pull the surge protector off the. It was fine. Also very hot and humid so everyone was running AC to the max. Pool was small but nice. Splash pad was even nice for adults I recommend this campground. Key thing is the river is very clean and sandy bottom.

  • samuel C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Jul. 18, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Good forest road, nothing special

    For the proximity to the city and nearby highways, this was a good spot. Didn’t expect to see as many campers as I did, but all seemed to be friendly. I stayed here for one night and roads were totally fine for any vehicle. Most spots are like the pictures shown. There are a few spots that have great views or pull-through areas, and there are limited spots that are big-rig friendly. Saw lots of dogs, and mine had a blast, even had what seemed to be a stray husky quickly roll through camp around dusk. Something to keep on your mind. The road goes for a long ways, I parked near the front and closer to numbers, always like to be safer. Overall there was some shouting and yelling but for the location I was happy.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Jul. 17, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Very Quiet

    There’s lots of little spots off the main gravel road. Nothing allowed further into the forest. One pull through area that I found. Couple vehicles pass a day. Stand storks are very protective. Stay away from them. They attack. 🤣

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    Favorite spot

    This is just the best campground that is close to Minneapolis! Peaceful, quiet, with spacious sites that are situated in a staggered way, so you never feel like you’re on top of each other. The lake was a bit reedy and silty but overall a fantastic and easy option.

  • Jason B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South of Sand Dunes State Forest
    Jul. 2, 2024

    South of Sand Dunes State Forest

    Quiet with lots of different bird sounds

    this is a nice quiet area. Some younger people coming through sporadically playing with their trucks but nothing serious and not often. Be aware if you have an rv though. I had a county sheriff person tell me it's not lawful to park a trailer and they kicked me out. I called the dnr and they said that wasn't right but I decided to leave anyway. County sheriff's not pleasent around here.

  • 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.



Guide to St. Joseph

Camping near St. Joseph, Minnesota, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Explore the beautiful trails at Lake Maria State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The backpacking sites are very spread out; we could barely tell anyone else was at the park with us ever."
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Lake Carlos State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and swimming. A camper noted, "Nice larger sites, usual campground stuff. I stayed across from the lake and it was great."
  • Wildlife Watching: Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground is perfect for spotting wildlife. One reviewer shared, "We stayed in one of the walk-in sites. It was great, not too buggy. Mostly quiet."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve. A happy camper said, "This is just the best campground that is close to Minneapolis! Peaceful, quiet, with spacious sites."
  • Clean Facilities: Many visitors enjoy the well-maintained restrooms and showers. One reviewer from Crow Wing State Park Campground mentioned, "Very Clean men’s bathroom. One shower needs a new shower head."
  • Helpful Staff: Campers often rave about the friendly staff. A visitor at Father Hennepin State Park Campground said, "The trails, town which has a grocery store, place to wash clothes, and a place to trade out the books I've read for a new set."

What you should know:

  • Bugs Can Be Bad: Be prepared for mosquitoes, especially in the warmer months. A camper at Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground warned, "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."
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds, like Lake Carlos State Park Campground, require reservations, especially during peak season. One camper noted, "Campsites are reserved through an online system."
  • Limited Amenities at Some Sites: Some campgrounds, like Ann Lake, have fewer amenities. A visitor mentioned, "Camping here is primitive with few amenities; you get a fire ring and a picnic table."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities. Bunker Hills Regional Park has a water park and several playgrounds, making it great for kids. One camper said, "It has a golf course, a restaurant on the grounds, and several playgrounds."
  • Pack Bug Spray: With the presence of mosquitoes, especially in summer, it's essential to bring bug spray. A camper at Lake Maria State Park Campground advised, "Be prepared with bug spray/repellant!"
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep the kids entertained. A visitor at Crow Wing State Park Campground mentioned, "Nice trails along the Mississippi River, easy to walk, good signage on trails."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campsite. A reviewer at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve noted, "RV pads are gravel."
  • Look for Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Lake Carlos State Park Campground, offer electric hookups, which can be a big plus for RVers. One camper said, "Campground can accommodate all sorts of camping rigs."
  • Be Mindful of Road Conditions: Some campgrounds have rough roads. A visitor at Ann Lake mentioned, "The road into the campground was a bit bumpy; take it slow."

Camping near St. Joseph, MN, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a family getaway or a peaceful retreat in nature.

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