Spicer, Minnesota camping areas sit at approximately 1,200 feet above sea level within the Central Minnesota Hardwood Forest ecological region. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-85°F, with nighttime lows sometimes dropping into the 40s in early and late season. The region features multiple lakes connected through underground aquifers, creating a diverse fishing landscape with varying species populations across neighboring bodies of water.
What to do
Hiking at Sibley State Park: The park features multiple trail options including the popular Mount Tom trail. "This park has everything from bike trails, hiking trails, look out tower at the top of Mount Tom, to swimming and fishing. Close to our home so we go often!" notes a visitor to Oak Ridge Campground.
Water recreation on Green Lake: The clear waters of Green Lake make it ideal for swimming and boating. A camper at Green Lake County Park shares, "Beautiful clear lake, nice sites, friendly people, affordable rentals, and so much more to do!"
Biking nearby trails: The Glacial Lakes bike trail connects multiple camping areas. A reviewer at Games Lake County Park explains, "Though not quite as nice as the nearby Sibley State Park, it has easy access to it as well as the Glacial Lakes bike trail, plus is set on a nice lake with fishing, boating, and swimming available."
Winter activities: For winter visitors, Sibley State Park offers seasonal options. "The activities around were plentiful such as snow shoes and sled hill and plenty of trails. Well kept. Beautiful area," reports a winter visitor to the camper cabins.
What campers like
Clean facilities with regular maintenance: Bathroom cleanliness ranks high with campers. A visitor to Green Lake County Park notes, "The bathroom/showers are clean and they have cleaners go in and clean 3 times a day. YES COODOS FOR THAT!!!"
Beach access for families: Several campgrounds maintain swimming beaches. "Nice clean little park. Not too far from home. Sites are nice and the restrooms and showers are close," mentions a regular visitor to Oak Ridge Campground — Sibley State Park.
Seasonal site availability: Many campgrounds open mid-May through September, with some extending into October. "The newly remodeled beach area on Lake Andrew has plenty of space and a nice 'fishing' pier to hang out at. They rent kayaks there too!!" shares a visitor to the Equestrian Campground.
Spacious sites at county parks: County park campgrounds often feature larger sites than state park options. A camper at Westrich RV Park reports, "Stayed here with a large group of family and had a site big enough for all of our rigs. We brought our own firepits due to the size of the site we had."
What you should know
Mosquito preparedness: Biting insects can be prevalent, particularly in wooded areas. "Mosquitos were minimal, but the wood ticks were out in force," warns a solo camper at Oak Ridge Campground.
Site selection for privacy: Some campgrounds offer more secluded sites than others. A camper advises, "If you're looking for a bit of privacy, I'd recommend any of the sites before 96. If you're looking for ease of access to multiple camping spots (for a family get together with extended family) sites after 94 would be great for that."
Wind conditions on lakefront sites: Lake breezes can affect camping conditions. "The strong wind off the lake made fishing from shore nearly impossible. Only one dock was in the water, but the kids loved the beach," notes a family camper at Oak Ridge.
Winter accommodations: Limited winter camping exists through cabins. "We saw the cabins and they looked amazing. The activities around were plentiful such as snow shoes and sled hill and plenty of trails," mentions a visitor to Camber Cabins at Sibley State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain playground equipment. At Games Lake County Park, "The kids loved the beach area and playground, and we spent most of our time fishing and boating on the lake."
Multiple swimming options: Various swimming beaches exist across the region. A visitor to Lake Koronis Regional Park shares, "Loved this family campground! Bathrooms are super nice and are heated. Sites a nice distance apart, lots of trees. Nice playground with swings, close to a larger park near the lake."
Educational opportunities: Nature programs run regularly at Sibley State Park. "I went early in the spring for camping at this park and ended up staying in the cabin. The lake was BEAUTIFUL at sunset. I drove all the way around and took pictures. Lots and lots of wildlife around at this one too!" reports a spring visitor.
Town proximity: Nearby towns offer supplies and dining. "Short drive in to cute town of New London," notes a visitor to Lake Koronis Regional Park, while another mentions, "Fun little café in New London (Middle Fork) – delicious French toast and friendly service; seemed like a place the locals went!"
Tips from RVers
Site orientation considerations: Some campgrounds have unusual site layouts. "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," cautions an RV camper at Lake Koronis Regional Park.
Utility hookup availability: Full hookups exist at several county parks. Westrich RV Park provides complete hookups with electricity, water and sewer connections, making it suitable for extended stays.
Seasonal rentals: Many parks offer seasonal sites for those staying all summer. Green Lake County Park has numerous seasonal renters with long-term setups, limiting availability for short-term visitors during peak season.
Paved vs. unpaved sites: Site surfaces vary between parks. A visitor to Grove City Campground notes, "All the sites are paved and back in style. Not much privacy but great views of the little lake. Appears that all sites have 30 amp, water, and possibly sewer."
