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Swan Lake Resort & Campground
21 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents17 acres · Fergus Falls, MN
⛺️ Since 1949, we've been a family-operated resort & campground on Swan Lake in Fergus Falls, MN. We offer lakeside cabins, tent camping, and full hook-up, pull-through RV sites. Here, there is time to slow down, room to breathe, and lots to explore.
🏖️ Soak up the sun on the sandy beach, hike through the hidden trails, and take the pontoon out for a cruise. Be sure to turn the tech off and challenge a rival to ping pong, crack a cold one, and explore the water on stand-up paddleboard.
🍦 Bring the little ones and get messy at the arts & crafts table, catch a sunfish off the docks, and indulge in s’mores around the campfire. Don’t forget to show us what you got on the volleyball court and savor an ice cream at the camp store. Curl up in a hammock and get lost in a good book, smile at the flowers and gaze in awe at the night sky. Just be.
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The Woods
5 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Greenwald, MN
Welcome to "The Woods"!
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Alexandria Lakes Area Camp
6 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Alexandria, MN
Located outside of the city, this beautiful oasis offers much more privacy and serenity than a typical campground. The 2.5 acres offer plenty of room for large campers and small tents. With just a few sites, you will have company with some other hipcampers but also the privacy you want as you relax and enjoy living life.
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Maplewood RV Park and Camp
3 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Erhard, MN
Located SE of Maplewood State Park, this region is known for the distinct landscape formed from glacial till. Framed by natural forest, rolling hills, wetlands, and mature pines, this site provides the feeling of seclusion. Centrally located just minutes from large bodies of water such as Heilberg, Star, Lida, and Dead Lake.
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Lower Elk Lake - Full RV Hookup
1 site · RV2 acres · Hoffman, MN
This is a recently acquired piece of land that we installed electricity, water, and sewer hookups for use with our RV. Unfortunately we don't get to spend as much time as we would like and want to let others enjoy it when we cant.
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Fish Trap Oasis
1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Cushing, MN
Come relax and restore at a quiet lakeside camp spot on Fish Trap Lake!
The property is perfect for any campers or RVers who want private lake views. It is located on a quiet street next to state land.
Fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing and swimming can all be enjoyed on Fish Trap Lake. We are 40 minutes from the Brainerd and Nisswa area where there are plenty of restaurants, shops and outdoor activities as well.
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Wold Ranch
1 site · RV5 acres · Belgrade, MN
Pause your travels for the night or spend a few days. Conveniently located right off US Hwy 71 or 20 miles from I-94. This is a level RV site able to accommodate big rigs, 50amp service and water. We are a working family farm. Enjoy the horses , cows, cats, and dog. Patio with shade and fire ring located next to site.
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Rusty Star Ranch Riverview
2 sites · RVs, Tents34 acres · Melrose, MN
The Rusty Star Ranch is nestled along side the Sauk River. The site is slightly elevated which give you a picturesque view of the river and the natural beauty of country scenery. Perfect access to the river if you want to enjoy canoeing, kayaking or fishing. Level sites for campingLearn more about this land:On the banks of the Sauk River. Kayaking. Tubing, bicycle access to the Wobegon trail. Fishing for pike. The view over the river is breathtaking at sunset
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Kobi’s Backyard Getaway
1 site · RV, Tent51 acres · Alexandria, MN
Single site camp spot surrounded by woods and water. Our 51 acre parcel is just three miles from downtown Alexandria but you’ll feel like your way out of town. It’s a quiet location with no neighbors, a dock for fishing (or watching the sunset) trails for hiking and one of the best lakes for kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding.
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A short mile to a trailhead on the Central Lakes Trail
Half mile to Lake Brophy County Park with a giant playground and Mountain Bike Trails
Quarter mile from the Arrowood 18 hole golf course
Also our lake is connected to the Carlos, Le Homme Dieu, Darling Chain of lakes, jump in your boat and connect to 11 more lakes
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Andes RV Park
3 sites · Lodging, RVs800 acres · Kensington, MN
Our new RV Park was opened in 2023 and features 45 full hook up spots, bath/shower house, kids play area, Pickle ball court (coming Mid July 2023), and over 800 acres of trails to enjoy. We have 2 small bodies of water accessible by our trail system that are great for kayaking and fishing. Come enjoy the outdoors with us today!
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Canary Beach Resort
33 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Villard, MN
The past 100 years have given us the experience to make every detail of your Minnesota lake vacation memorable and relaxing!
We are a family-friendly resort, operated as a family, and open all four seasons of the year. We offer 11 comfortable and immaculate lakefront cabins and vacation homes set on a thousand feet of pristine, sandy shoreline along Lake Villard.
We are the fifth generation of families to own and operate Canary Beach Resort and have made it into the popular, award-winning year-round lake vacation destination that it is today.
Canary Beach Resort has been awarded the 2022 Readers' Choice Award for Best Family Resort by our readers! We have also been mentioned in Minnesota Monthly, AAA Magazine, featured in Lakes and Loons, and in the Pope County Tribune, to name a few.
Canary Beach Resort is also the winner of the Minnesota Resort and Campground 2016 Resort Operators of the Year award, in recognition of our passion for excellence in hospitality.
We take pride in maintaining our property and cabins so that you and your family can relax and enjoy your time at the lake. It’s our goal to make our place at the lake, your place at the lake!
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Rostad Relaxation Station
2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Fergus Falls, MN
We are new to this land but we have wanted a country home or our family for years! We got this house and property very quickly and in a miraculous way. We used to live overseas and do mission and relief work and we love the come-and-go nature of life in many of the countries we’ve been to. We are excited to share our little slice of life!
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The best camping near Lake Carlos State Park guide
Overview
About
You can thank the glaciers for this one. Long, long ago, those big chunks of ice gave way to Minnesota’s Lake Carlos State Park. Now, in it’s 21st-century state, this park is a wilderness wonderland that has everything you could want: woodland ponds, acres of forest, tamarack bogs, wide-open grasslands, marshes, meadows, lakes, prairies, rolling hills, way-high ridges, the list could go on and on. These clear and pristine waters are surrounded by beauty in all forms, which gives way to seriously endless possibilities when it comes to fun and activities. With everything being within a few minutes of each other, this is the perfect spot to bring a bunch of friends and grab one of the awesome lakeside group spots! Over one-third of Minnesota’s wildlife lives here, so if they love it, we know you will find something to love about Lake Carlos, too.
When to go
The best time to visit Lake Carlos State Park is during the warmer months, from late spring to early fall, when all activities are fully accessible. Winter offers a serene, snowy escape, though some amenities may be limited. Avoid visiting during extreme weather conditions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Know before you go
- Highway 67 is closed; follow alternative directions provided to access different park areas.
- Google Maps may mislead; use provided GPS coordinates for accurate navigation.
- Check in at your campsite; park staff will assist with registration.
- Stay updated on events by signing up for the park's email updates.
- Contact the park at 651-296-6157 or 888-646-6367 for any inquiries.
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