The best camping near Blue Mounds State Park
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Blue Mounds adventure.
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River Road Campground Luverne
19 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents13 acres · Luverne, MN
This is a new campground to Rock County near Luverne, MN. This property is known as the "boy scouts" by the locals.
When we were kids we spent time on this property riding bike, horses, and exploring.
We have turned this 13 acre property into
22 site campground that we are excited to share with you.
We have also moved a house west of the campground that is available on Airbnb/VRBO (Sweet Retreat, 5 bedrooms, 2 bath)
Nestled in a bed of trees just 2 miles from I-90 and 1/4 mile South of the Luverne City Park. This campground has 12 sites with rural water and 20,30&50 amp electric at every site. Dump Station. 8 Full Hook Up Sites (Sewer, Water, Electric) Two small ponds and shade trees. Wifi. Shower House/Bathrooms.
Campers can enjoy the quiet place to relax and enjoy nature and wildlife, a perfect place for bird watching. We also have a paved bike trial that connects to the campground that leads to miles of trials around Luverne and out to the State park.
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Edge Hill
4 sites · RVs1 acre · Luverne, MN
We are located on The Lake in the city Luverne with easy access to swimming, fishing and the Luverne Loop 8 mile walking and biking trail system. Full hookup with WiFi available. Access to kayaks, firewood and the man made Lake. Quiet area with quick access to all amenities inside the City of Luverne.
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The Retreat at Pointer’s Ridge
1 site · Tent21 acres · Baltic, SD
The Retreat at Pointer’s Ridge is located on 21 acres along the Big Sioux River, a place of quiet and natural beauty intended to foster social interaction and creative pursuits between artists and community in SE South Dakota,
10 miles north of Sioux Falls.
Property updates at The Retreat happen constantly; we get better and better!
The 100′ x 40′ main hall is perfect for larger workshops, concerts, poetry readings, small theatrical productions, classes, and other social gatherings and rentals in April through November.
The A-Frame is a unique space for recitals, presentations, meetings, or a sleeping space for up to 6 people.
There is a Woodworking Shop; Artist Studio; screened-in outdoor patio;
playground; huge bonfire pit; and room to camp or explore.
The Retreat is a space to work in quiet solitude or to collaborate on creative projects with others.
The setting is inspiring; possibilities for your stay are endless.
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This site is a sandy spot along the Big Sioux River on a ridge well above the water line. View out over the river to a farm on the opposite bank. Spend your time with wild turkeys, geese, and an occasional deer. Site is on the far edge of an artist retreat, but still private. Spend time hiking the river bank or gravel country roads, fish in the river, take part in any Retreat activities if available, photography opportunities, enjoy an evening campfire under the stars.
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The best camping near Blue Mounds State Park guide
Overview
About
The towering 100-foot Sioux quartzite cliffs that preside over Blue Mounds State Park might be more pink than blue, but whatever the hue, they provide a dramatic backdrop for hikers. Fifteen miles of hiking trails lead the way to cliff-top viewpoints where you watch wild bison grazing on the prairies or gaze out over fields of wildflowers, and the rocky landscapes also harbor some challenging mountain biking and rock-climbing trails. When it’s time to set up camp, choose from drive-in or cart-in sites at Blue Mounds Campground, some with electric hookups, or snag one of the two seasonal tipis.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- You can reserve one of the park’s 87 campsites (40 with electric hookups) or tipis in advance via the Minnesota State Parks website.
- Campsite reservations open 120 days in advance, and same-day bookings are possible.
- Campsites, and especially tipis, book up as fast for summer and holiday weekends. Book your spot at least three months in advance to avoid disappointment.
When to go
Whether hiking and biking through summer, or snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter, Blue Mounds welcomes adventurers through all four seasons. Come in spring to spot bison calves or in late summer to admire the prairie wildflowers at their most colorful. High season runs from April through the end of October, and some campsites and amenities may be unavailable through the low season.
Know before you go
- Blue Mounds State Park is located 65 miles southwest of Marshall or about a 1-hour 10-minute drive. The park entrance is on County Road 20, about a mile from Minnesota Highway 75.
- Vehicle permits are required for all Minnesota state parks, in addition to camping reservation fees. Permits can be purchased in advance via the Minnesota State Parks website.
- Facilities at Blue Mounds State Park include a Park Office with a gift shop (firewood and ice also available in season), restrooms (flush toilets only in season), a picnic area with a playground, and a sanitary dump station. There’s wifi available at the campground in season.
- Prickly pear cactus blooms in June and July, so make sure to stick to the trails.
- Pets are welcome at the park but must be kept on a six-foot leash.
- There are accessible campsites, restrooms, trails, and picnic areas at Blue Mounds State Park.
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