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Town & Country Campground & RV Park allows pets on all sites with kid-friendly amenities and clean facilities in Savage. This established campground operates year-round with concrete parking pads and full hookup sites for both tent and RV camping. Lebanon Hills Regional Park and Cleary Lake Regional Park also welcome pets with picturesque water access and spacious campsites. Leashed pets must be attended at all times, with waste disposal stations available throughout the grounds. Sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, though some campers note the relatively close spacing between sites at Town & Country. The compact playground and small pool provide entertainment for families camping with dogs.
Cleary Lake's hike-in sites offer short walks from parking areas with excellent privacy for campers with pets. The park features spectacular waterfront camping at Site 13, providing a secluded setting with trees and lake views. Dakotah Meadows RV Park provides pet-friendly accommodations with cement pads, lush grass areas, and a dedicated dog park. Visitors should watch for gaps near the bottom of the dog park fence where smaller dogs might escape. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside vehicles or camping units. Full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections are available at multiple pet-friendly parks within 20 minutes of Savage, making the area convenient for extended stays with pets.
"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"
"It has nice clean bathrooms and it's a great place to walk your pets, they do have 3 different areas to camp but we always use the full hook-ups The people at check-in are always so friendly, and very"
from $24 - $42 / night
Check Availability"It was a large back in site with plenty of room for our two very large dogs. The water wasn't turned on yet, but we were able to fill our fresh water tank with a hose from their laundromat."
"The grass around the lots is very green, lush and well maintained. Campground is right next to the hotel/casino and very much within walking distance."
from $40 - $50 / night
Check Availability"I imagine in the middle of summer, it might feel slightly less secluded as there are 3 other sites relatively close by, one of which you have to walk through to get to this one, but in early September,"
"The access to water is really nice and a couple sites were perfect. The hike in sites are super close to the car so it doesn’t even require much work. Plan to come here again!"
from $16 - $50 / night
Check Availability"If you’re looking for an RV Park in the Shakopee/Savage area this place is nice. Game room small pool unfortunately all closed due to COVID but super cute little park."
"It’s an easy on and off the interstate, super close to a gas station and RV wash bay. Also super close to some very large power lines. The kids enjoyed the compact playground and pool."
"One of our kids & her husband live in Minneapolis, a sister & several nieces & nephews live close by."
"Baker Park near Minneapolis Minnesota was a our camp choice for inexpensive camping on the last leg of our Minnesota vacation in 2017."
from $21 - $29 / night
Check Availability"A couple weeks ago we spent some time at the Northwest koa...that one had private tent sites surrounded on 3 sides by trees, quiet spaces etc."
"This campground even has 2 walking/hike-in campsites to give your avid campers a real out-in-the-middle-of-nowhere kind if feel, like you drove hundreds if miles to get away from the hustle and bussle"
"But the Eady walk to the lake, sitting on the dock or the grass and swimming III m the water are a great way to destress."
from $15 - $18 / night
Check Availability"Full hookups available, quite a few pull through lots and close to the twin cities! No wifi, so make sure you've got decent cell service and hotspot if you need internet/wifi."
from $26 - $32 / night
Check Availability"Minnesota State Parks have just started to build Yurts for 3 campgrounds around the state; Afton, Cuyuna and Glendalough State Parks."
"It is also next to Afton Ski resort. This park has a lot of beautiful prairie landscape with some temperate forest features. Wildflowers, shrubs, fungi, evergreens, and deciduous trees."
from $22 - $85 / night
Check Availability"There is a bathroom, but it is a 10 minute walk, so plan to be self-sufficient in that regard. Friendly host."
from $26 - $46 / night
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TravelerLebanon hills has everything for the family. Schultz Beach for summer fun. 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
GuideI never tire walking the dog park circle along the crow river! Great for birding and tons of beautiful trails!
LegendSmall little campground next to large casino. We lucked out and were able to stay 2 nights without reservations….only had to move because they were fully booked for the 4th…large concert event happening across the street. You will need to call early in the day to talk to office staff…who are very friendly. If after hours and there are no spots, you can dry dock in large lot in front of office. There is fuel on site as well as RV wash station. Bath house and laundry and card controlled ($5 card deposit on check in)…well maintained facilities. Dog park available, watch a few spots in fence near bottom where fencing has risen up…little dogs could easily climb under. Very convenient for visiting Minneapolis…25/30 minutes from airport/Mall of America (Aquarium) and Security patrols regularly and there is shuttle if you want to visit casino. Pool at hotel is not included. Golf attraction is being completed next door so there was some construction traffic during day as expected.
GuideWe were here for a night to see a concert at the amphitheater and everyone was super friendly. It was easy to check in, and we were able to do laundry and shower which was great. It’s mostly gravel but they have some tent sites on the grass. They are dog friendly and have some grassy areas to walk your pets which was great.
GuideSites are close to each other, but easy access, clean grounds and facilities, friendly staff, and a K9 fenced area for a pet friendly campground.
ScoutWe called for an RV site but they don't allow pets.
TravelerWe just found this campground in September and this year we've been there 3 times and we live in Montana, there's no place I'd rather stay. It has nice clean bathrooms and it's a great place to walk your pets, they do have 3 different areas to camp but we always use the full hook-ups
The people at check-in are always so friendly, and very helpful.
lots of things in the area to do, and the "city" isn't that far to drive to.
GuideBeautiful, spacious, trees but open. Nice trails, clean restrooms, level sites. No alcohol allowed and no pets! Fire rings, sturdy picnic table. Electric and water.
I made reservations online and when we arrived they said I had reserved a place at Elmo Lake which was 20 miles away. Same 2 county facilities but different campgrounds. Oops my bad. Different addresses!
ScoutWe are here for a show at the casino and thought it would be fun to bring the camper down and glamp for the weekend. It is just a parking lot but the sites are all pull through and there is plenty of room between sites and ours was perfectly level.
We have dogs so the fact that it’s all asphalt and rock is a bit of a bummer but we are close to the exercise area and they do love little walks. It also seems to be controlling some of the normal bad pet parent behavior we see at even parks. Like letting the dogs run with out leashes or tethering them all day to bark at everything.
The sites do not have fire rings but there are some community ones and it appears the other campers brought their own smokeless fire pits to use.
There is a shuttle to the casino and at 7pm folks seemed to clear out to head over. It was honestly one of the quietest campgrounds we’ve been to on a Friday night.
The bath house is newer and super clean- not a single creepy spider web in any corners.
On Verizon I have full bars so we haven’t tried the park WiFi but we’ve been able to use our chrome cast and two iPads off my cell phone with zero issues. Because it’s in a river valley the air tv single is terrible so we are glad to have the chrome cast with us- since the forecast called for a raining day.
Pet-friendly camping near Savage, Minnesota centers on multiple regional parks and private campgrounds within a 30-minute drive of the city. The area sits at approximately 722 feet above sea level in the Minnesota River Valley, with camping options spread across Dakota and Scott counties. Most campgrounds remain open from April through October, with nighttime temperatures dropping to the 40s°F in spring and fall.
Kayaking on serene waters: Lebanon Hills Regional Park offers a small lake perfect for paddling. "Nice little lake to kayak on," notes Chris S., who appreciates the accessible water activities just minutes from the Twin Cities.
Trail exploration: The extensive trail system at Lebanon Hills Regional Park provides varied terrain for hiking and mountain biking. "We love Lebanon Hills! Close to home and an oasis in the middle of the Twin Cities. Great hiking," shares Katie C., highlighting the park's accessibility despite its natural setting.
Swimming at dedicated beaches: Lake Auburn Campground maintains a well-kept swimming area. "The beach is gorgeous," according to Sam S., who visited during the final weeks of the camping season and found the water access exceptional.
Private tent sites: Cleary Lake Regional Park offers walk-in sites with better seclusion. "I really like the hike in sites. Short walk from the car and right by the water yet spaced nicely for privacy," explains Jeff C., who values the balance between accessibility and separation from neighboring campers.
Secluded waterfront camping: Cleary Lake Regional Park has particular standout sites near the water. "I can't really speak for any of the other sites here, but 13 is the only one right on the water and it's HUGE with lots of trees and absolutely beautiful scenery," reports Clare L., highlighting the exceptional value of certain waterfront locations.
Year-round availability: Several campgrounds remain open outside peak season. "We stayed here in late September and into October," mentions UnnamedAdventures about Lake Auburn Campground, noting that "all of the campsites are very clean along with all of the other facilities and amenities they offered."
Gate closure timing: Campground access may be restricted after certain hours. Lance L. warns about Minneapolis Southwest KOA: "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."
Site spacing varies significantly: Some campgrounds offer more room between sites than others. "The sites are about as private as the typical state park, so not very," Bryan S. observed about Baker Campground, though he noted this "is offset by all the other positives this campground has to offer."
Cash-only policies: Be prepared with the right payment method. At Fish Lake Acres Campground, "The campground ONLY accepts cash so be sure to hit the ATM before you get here. They also charge $2 extra per dog if you have them," advises Not My Name H.
Look for accessible playgrounds: Some campgrounds offer better facilities for children. At Lebanon Hills Regional Park, Angela L. found that "the play area was really nice and looked brand new. Our girls loved making new friends to play with."
Consider campgrounds with beach access: Lake Auburn Campground combines water activities with play areas. "Great playground and green space for the kids, beach is very nice. Bathrooms are clean," reports Amy K.
Reserve early for weekend stays: Popular family campgrounds fill quickly. Blair mentions for Lake Auburn: "Reserve early online, most weekends were already reserved by mid May."
Check hook-up options: Dakotah Meadows RV Park offers comprehensive services for larger rigs. "This is a really nice campground with cement parking pads with full hookups. The grass around the lots is very green, lush and well maintained," reports Jim M., highlighting the quality of the facility's infrastructure.
Consider site positioning: Site layout impacts RV camping experience. "We would probably chose a site further from one of the main roads into Mystic Lake Casino. We heard a lot of traffic coming and going well into the wee hours of the night," recommends Michelle A., who stayed at Dakotah Meadows.
Verify site leveling: Uneven sites create setup challenges. At Minneapolis Southwest KOA, Mia F. found "the site was very unlevel and the water Spicket didn't really work very well," suggesting RVers should request specific information about site grading before booking.
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