Reservations are available at River View Campground, a privately managed, full-hookup campground outside Owatonna that runs from May 1 through October 15. Sites accommodate RVs up to 50 feet with electric, water, and sewer connections, and the campground also has drive-in and walk-in access for tent campers. The terrain is forested and runs along a river, with several spots positioned directly on the water.
Site quality varies noticeably depending on placement. Long-term sites tend to be level, relatively private, and set among trees, while short-term sites can run unlevel and are packed close together. The river itself is shallow, reviewers note, suitable for wading but not much else. Seasonal golf carts and kids on bikes are a regular presence, and the campground draws a heavy family crowd, particularly on weekends.
Amenities are a strong point here. The bathrooms and showers have drawn consistent praise, and Alec S. describes "clean campsites that are well maintained." There is also a pool, playground, camp store, activity room with weekly programming, and teen socials on Fridays. WiFi is available on-site, and a dump station serves self-contained rigs. A camp store provides basic resupply without leaving the property.
One practical note: the campground sits on a hill, which may be a consideration for campers with mobility limitations. Book early for summer weekends, as the family-oriented programming tends to fill sites quickly during peak season.
Description
Meet new friends, relax in the heated pool, take a walk along the river, smell the scent of a friendly campfire or have your next family reunion here! River View Campground is located a mile south of Owatonna, MN, in a beautiful country setting, nestled among giant oak trees and bordered by the Straight River.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRiver View Campground is located in Minnesota near Owatonna
Directions
Located 1 mile south of Owatonna and 50 miles south of Minneapolis. From I-35, take Exit 40B onto Hwy. 14 West. Drive 1 mile West on 14 & exit on 39th Ave / City Rd. 7. Go South, left through round-a-bout. In 1/3 mile, turn Left (East) on County Rd 18 / SW 28th St. Drive approx. 1.2 miles & park entry on the left.
Address
2554 SW 28th St
Owatonna, MN 55060
Coordinates
44.05168222 N
93.25367167 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/25/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/10/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/25/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/10/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 35 min from Mankato, MN
- 38 min from Rochester, MN
- 55 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 2 hrs 10 min from Eau Claire, WI








