Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Clear Lake, MN
Discover exciting camping options near Clear Lake, MN, where outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of Central Minnesota’s forests and lakes. For RV campers, Clear Lake Campground offers well-maintained sites equipped with modern amenities, including water and electric hookups, as well as easy access to lakeside activities. Tent campers will love the nearby Crow Wing State Park, which boasts secluded sites nestled among towering pines and a scenic view of the Crow Wing River, perfect for hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. For those seeking a more rugged experience, dispersed camping options abound in the nearby Chippewa National Forest, where adventurers can pitch their tents amidst pristine wilderness, away from crowded campgrounds. The area’s geography features picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills, sparkling lakes, and abundant wetlands, making it a haven for nature lovers. Whether you're traveling in an RV, setting up a tent, or exploring the great outdoors in solitude, the Clear Lake region promises an unforgettable camping experience.
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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