Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Gilman, MN
Nestled in the scenic beauty of central Minnesota, Gilman offers an array of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Popular RV parks like the nearby Saint Cloud Campground provide full-hookup sites, allowing travelers to enjoy the comforts of home while being surrounded by lush timberlands and shimmering lakes. For those who prefer pitching a tent, the picturesque Quarry Park and Nature Preserve is just a short drive away, featuring pristine campgrounds that showcase the area's rugged granite formations and multiple trails for hiking and biking.
If you're seeking a more remote experience, dispersed camping in the nearby Chippewa National Forest allows for a true escape into nature, where you can find peace among towering pines and serene water bodies. The geography around Gilman is characterized by rolling hills and a patchwork of lakes, offering stunning vistas ideal for fishing, canoeing, and wildlife observation. Whether you're RV camping, tenting under the stars, or enjoying the solitude of dispersed camping, the natural charm and diverse landscapes around Gilman promise unforgettable outdoor adventures.
Highland Ridge Campground in Pierce County is located 45 min east of Woodbury, MN with an elevation of 1,115 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid November. 49 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 118 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 46 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $240.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hartford Beach Campground is part of Hartford Beach State Park in South Dakota (1 hr 51 min south of Moorhead, MN) with an elevation of 1,089 feet. There are a total of 87 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 84 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 85 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $55.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, playground, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Lake Cochrane Campground is part of Lake Cochrane Recreation Area in South Dakota (1 hr 34 min north of Sioux Falls, SD) with an elevation of 1,690 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites including 1 cabin. The campground is open all year. 30 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 30 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $55.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
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