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The best camping near Lake Maria State Park

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Rasset Family Farm

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents160 acres ¡ Maple Lake, MN
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Countryside full hookups RV site

2 sites ¡ RVs2 acres ¡ Becker, MN
Learn more about this land:New to Hip Camp? Save $10 on your first stay by booking through this link: hipcamp.com/i/alishaa989166 Quiet countryside retreat on 2.5 acres. Easy access to site from street. Electric, Water and sewer hook ups. Large field and fresh eggs from a dozen chickens. All neighbors are on large lots of 2 acres or more. 12 minutes to downtown Becker, 20 minutes to Monticello. 30 minutes to St. Cloud and Elk River.
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Paquin Farm

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents14 acres ¡ Nowthen, MN
Fall is here with some amazing and beautiful colors! We are a small hobby farm that's located within one hour from Minneapolis/St. Paul. Our farm has wooded trails, bonfire pits, is quiet and very peaceful. Our little town is 10 minutes from most shopping. Multiple restaurants minutes away. Multiple locations to camp on the property. We offer a concrete pad with (2) 30-amp electric and (2) water hookups. The 2 sites with hookups are very level and easy to park on. Beanbag toss, basketball hoop, and ladder game are available upon request. Firewood available for a small fee.
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Dancing the Land Farm Camp

4 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents56 acres ¡ Clearwater, MN
Dancing the Land Farm is a small, organic farm in Central Minnesota. Owned and operated by Liz and Curtis, and their little daughter Lulu, the farm raises veggies, flowers, medicinal herbs, goats for milk and fiber, sheep, and pigs, as well as lots of chickens, ducks, quail, guineas, and a pair of peacocks. We also have two friendly farm dogs who both believe you all come here just to give them belly rubs. The land is dotted with rolling glacial moraine hills surrounded by marshes. Sandhill Cranes, herons, swans, geese, ducks and all other kind of water loving critters are common sights here. Even otters and beaver have been seen! Eagles are everywhere these days, harriers, and hawks of all kinds. A birders dream! Spring/early summer is baby goat and lamb season, so come prepared for antics and adorableness! From midsummer to frost the gardens and flower fields really start to explode with color and fragrance, and bushels of farm fresh produce. Be sure to book a tour! In the fall the aspens around the farm start shimmering golden, while the oaks deepen to rich, flame-hearted earth tones. Opening early summer of 2022, the Dancing the Land Farm Store will be stocked with all manner of delicious produce, pastured pork (bacon over the campfire!), goat, lamb, eggs, flowers, and dry goods, along with yarn and fiber arts for campers to shop at their leisure. A luxurious glamp PLUS delicious, organically grown food? Yes, please!
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Bee Kind Farm & Retreat

1 site ¡ RV, Tent4 acres ¡ Annandale, MN
Learn more about this land:Bee Kind Farm & Retreat is a 4 acre hobby farm on a golf course with a huge garden and a fruit tree orchard. Relaxing spaces and fun, accommodating hosts! Have a big fire at night and golf, fish or explore the nearby lakes by canoe or kayak! Grill, chill, wander and relax at this special little hobby farm!
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The Oaks at Oakwood Farm

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents15 acres ¡ Oak Grove, MN
Enjoy 10 acres shared between 2 sites! The two campsites are large and can accommodate approximately 6 tents comfortably at each. If more is needed let us know we have room and can accommodate. There is a shared bathroom/changing room and trash/recycling between the sites. There is a water point in the barn if you need to fill up on drinking water just make sure you have a container for it. Site includes a picnic table and firepit and many acres with downed trees to salvage. Bundles of firewood can be purchased if needed. This area includes a back pasture and woods with trails throughout for walking/mountain biking. There are many horse trails in the area, if you want to bring your horses that is fine as long as you bring containment for them and clear it with us first. We are approximately 1 mile from a rum river access. There are multiple river trip options from our property. We are also 3 mins from lake george and the Rum River Regional Park for swimming, biking, fishing, boating, and more paddling. There is a Bills gas n grocery as well as a G-will liquors less than a minute from the property. The Ponds golf course is about 4 mins away as well. If you are looking to hit downtown Anoka that is a straight shot and approx 12 mins away. This site is on an active hobby farm that has dogs, cats, horses, chickens, goats, turkeys, and multiple gardens. We have a farm stand by the road where we sell items such as fresh roasted coffee, eggs, BBQ sauce, pickles, maple syrup, hot sauce, and more! We are very pet friendly and like to meet new furry faces, so feel free to bring them along!
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Victoria Lakeside Getaway

9 sites ¡ RVs, Tents4 acres ¡ Excelsior, MN
Beautiful 4 acre site in the heart of Victoria, Minnesota. Located on Lake Shutz with a beautiful cozy beach, swim raft, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, paddle boat, and more. Great fishing. Trampoline, rope swings, and lots of room to run around or toss a football. Just far enough from Minneapolis to enjoy the perfectamount of nature. Close enough that the entire Twin Cities metro area is within an hour. Bathroom onsite.
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The Country School

2 sites ¡ Tents5 acres ¡ Avon, MN
Once a country school built in 1938 and used into the 1960s, this property with 5 wooded acres surrounded by pasture and farmland, has been our family home since 1982. We are less than 10 minutes from I-94 , Lake Wobegon bike trail, St John's University, Avon Hills Folk School, county parks with hiking trails , and lots of lakes. Fire ring, and picnic table on each site. Learn more about this land: We provide a walk-in only,  primitive, private camping experience. Pitch your tent in our woods, just a short walk in from the road. Campsite 1 is close to the road and house,  just about  50 paces in from the road. Campsite 2 is farther into the woods, uphill and offers more privacy. The night and early morning sounds can be incredible! Coyotes, owls, loons,  frogs, sandhill cranes, wild turkey, cattle, sheep and chickens too.                While we currently do not have many amenities, we do offer  a get away from humanity, darkness , nature sounds , and   campfires.   While our property does not include a lake , there are many within a few short miles. The small town of Avon on 1-94 is just 3 1/2 miles away. It offers access to the 65 mile long Lake Wobegon bike trail, the Avon beach,  a fishing pier, and legendary "Fisher's Club" , home of the best darn walleye, all  on Middle Spunk Lake.  St John's University is a few short scenic miles away.   Hiking trails, maple syrup festival, bird watching, fall colors , and many more reasons to visit this Benedictine campus. Stearns county has 8 county parks with miles of hiking trails.  Birdwatching is excellent year around. Avon Hills Folk School is little over a mile away. El Rancho Manana is within 8 miles and offers horseback riding.
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The Camps at the Vineyard

18 sites ¡ RVs, Tents110 acres ¡ Ogilvie, MN
We are closed for the Winter starting the 4th of December 2023. We look forward to welcoming you in Spring - bookings starting in March 2024! This is a 10-acre part of a larger 110-acre property, This section is reserved for tents, camping vans, and small trailers 20' or less. The river is great for small children to wade and swim in during the summer. During spring, the water is up higher for kayaks and canoes. Seasonal sites are 20' from the river, and a wonderful place to fall asleep and wake up to a babbling river. Learn more about this land: The camping area is ten acres alongside the Ground House River. There are fish in the river, and the water level fluctuates for tubing or kayaking. The property borders with state land used for horse riding, and great for biking
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Pearsons Century Farm

16 sites ¡ RVs, Tents79 acres ¡ Litchfield , MN
Homesteaded more than 100 years ago this farm is somewhat stuck in time. Once this was a prosperous dairy operation. Location location location, this place is my slice of heaven on earth. Located in the corner of 4 townships on an extremely quiet road. Our farm now raises grass fed beef and wooly pigs pastured along driveway along with the usual cast of a farm, dogs, cats, chickens, guineas and goats
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Private entrance Apple Orchard

1 site ¡ RV3 acres ¡ Shakopee, MN
Learn more about this land:Private entrance and parking for campers on the back sections of our 3.5 acre property. Grassy area near woods and amongst our apple trees. Fire pit for your use. Great location, just a mile off the freeway. Within walking distance to Bar & Grill and bowling alley. Within 10 minutes to all the local attractions, including: Valley Fair, Renaissance Festival, Mystic Lake Casino, Wilds Golf course, Stonebrooke Golf course, Canterbury Park, Lake O'dowd, Prior Lake, downtown Shakopee, downtown Chaska, downtown Jordan, as well as many shops, bars and restaurants.
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Oak Park Nature Nook

1 site ¡ RV, Tent36 acres ¡ Oak Park, MN
Set on 36 acres we have a campsite back away from the house so you can have your own private area to camp! We have several maintained trails for walking or biking. Two small ponds on the property, one of which usually has turtles and the other brings in ducks, geese, deer and other wildlife. Eagles and cranes are often seen flying overhead. We do have a few hobby farm animals on the property that would love a visit from you if you request it for your stay. Milaca is about 10 miles away with great parks, biking trails, splash pad, Rum River and Frisbee golf. Foley is about 7 miles away and has a great family pool for summertime and nice parks. We are also about 25 minutes from St. Cloud if you want to venture further!
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The best camping near Lake Maria State Park guide

Overview

About

Wanna get away? Lake Maria State Park is the perfect spur-of-the-moment escape from the Twin Cities. The level of quiet and seclusion you’ll get here is unparalleled so close to a major city (and there are two major cities less than an hour from here!). Rather than to car horns, you’ll fall asleep to the sounds of coyotes howling at the moon, under a heavy canopy of deciduous forest. The trails are relatively flat and easy for a novice hiker, and peppered with trail horses, fox, turkey, osprey, and egrets (probably best to enjoy their presence from afar, though). Swans tend to chill on the several small ponds in this park, which is nothing short of stunning to behold on a sunny day. Why not relish the romance and rent a canoe to take out onto Bjorklund Lake for a sunset cruise? Cheese, crackers, and wine not necessary, but encouraged—just make sure you stash any leftovers in the campsite’s bear boxes at night.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book in advance to secure your spot at this popular destination.
  • Consider visiting during the weekdays for better availability.
  • Keep an eye on cancellations for last-minute opportunities.
  • Explore nearby camping options to ensure a backup plan.

When to go

The best time to visit Lake Maria State Park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer offers warm days perfect for water activities, though it can be busy. Winters are quiet but can be harsh, so check conditions.

Know before you go

  • Highway 67 is closed; follow alternative routes provided by the park.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for your visit.
  • Be prepared for a remote experience; amenities are limited in some areas.
  • Respect wildlife and maintain a safe distance at all times.
  • Remember to pack out your trash and leave no trace.

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