The best camping near Emmetsburg with swimming

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In Emmetsburg, swimmers have over 430 campsites to choose from, each set up for easy access to water and all the splashing you want. Prices typically run about $25 a night, with plenty of sites at that lowest rate. You’ll find spots where campfires are allowed and basic comforts like toilets and showers are standard—no roughing it unless you want to. The area draws campers for hiking, swimming, and fishing, so expect to share the water with friendly faces. Start with Happy Camping Snapshot Farm (54 reviews) for open space and welcoming hosts. Prefer a quiet spot by the water? Secluded riverside ranch (31 reviews) delivers on privacy and river views. For families and groups, Lutheran Lakeside Camp (19 reviews) offers lakefront fun and room to spread out. Bring your swimsuit, pack your towel, and jump in—Emmetsburg’s swimming campsites are ready for you.

98% (160) 28 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Emmetsburg

Happy Camping Snapshot Farm

1. Happy Camping Snapshot Farm

98%
(108)
48mi from Emmetsburg · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land: Start your morning with a perfect view of the sunrise (site 2), or a more shaded, sleep-in a bit (site 1) along with your favorite morning beverage. Take a walk on our country road or into town, approximately a mile and a half to restaurants, visitors center at the Jolly Green Giant Statue, hardware stores, Shell gas station & food mart or access to miles of paved trails around the town. Explore and have fun locating the dozens of "Little Sprouts" (baby Green Giants) around town. Very easy entrance and exit to Blue Earth, site is located at the intersection of Interstate 90 & HWY 169.
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$17
 / night
Secluded riverside ranch

2. Secluded riverside ranch

100%
(41)
46mi from Emmetsburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This property encompasses 15 acres featuring a mile of mowed trails that weave through wildflower prairies, along a meandering creek, peaceful woods along the river, and a 501(c)(3) animal rescue providing sanctuary to goats, a llama, a miniature cow, an ostrich and more! The perfect place to unwind, unplug, and connect with nature in a private setting, not on a gravel pad at a treeless, overcrowded campground.
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$25
 / night
Lutheran Lakeside Camp

3. Lutheran Lakeside Camp

98%
(21)
29mi from Emmetsburg · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Our mission is to be a place of belonging for all people to find joy and purpose in God's creation. We have a beautiful property with lots of activities and amenities to offer and we want to share it with as many people as possible. All the income we receive through campers and guests goes towards Camp for ALL Kids, where we allow foster children to attend camp at no cost. Learn more about this land:Park your RV and enjoy WiFi, endless activities onsite as well as peace and serenity while only being a few miles from the Okoboji excitement. Back in, hook up to 30 or 50 amp, Dump Station, short walk or drive to the waterfront. All guests get a picnic table and fire ring. Enjoy 3.5 miles of trails, basketball, sand volleyball, gaga ball, human foosball, 9 square, soccer filed, playground, and open fields. 
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from 
$50
 / night
Emerson Bay State Recreation Area

4. Emerson Bay State Recreation Area

82 sites · West Okoboji, Iowa
Emerson Bay State Recreation Area: A Lakeside Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
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Gull Point State Park

5. Gull Point State Park

112 sites · Wahpeton, Iowa
Discover the Serene Beauty of Gull Point State Park.
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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Delaware Beaches

6. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Delaware Beaches

1047mi from Emmetsburg · 12 sites
Discover the unique charm of the Jellystone Park™ campground in Milford, Delaware, where discerning RV campers find an exceptional blend of upscale amenities and family-friendly activities. Nestled just minutes away from the stunning Atlantic Ocean and the serene Delaware Bay beaches, this park is an ideal destination for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. Opened in 2009, Delaware Beaches Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort offers a wealth of recreational opportunities for guests of all ages. Enjoy a refreshing swim in our inviting pool, participate in engaging activities, or simply unwind in a peaceful environment. With beloved characters like Yogi Bear™ and Boo Boo™ around, families can create unforgettable memories while indulging in good, clean, healthy fun. In addition to our extensive recreational facilities, we provide a variety of amenities to enhance your stay. Guests can savor delicious snacks at our Snack Bar, gather in our Group Meeting Room, or browse unique items at our Gift Shop/Souvenirs. For added enjoyment, we offer Picnic Table Umbrella Rentals, Building Blox, Hopscotch, an Outdoor Theatre, and an Arcade. With so much to explore, Delaware Beaches Jellystone Park™ is the perfect spot for your next vacation adventure.
Caven's Landing Campground

7. Caven's Landing Campground

98%
(60)
39mi from Emmetsburg · 10 sites
Located just off of Interstate 90, this quiet and quaint little campground gives you direct views and access to Fox Lake and the wonderful rural Midwest wildlife. It's the perfect place to unwind, kayak, fish, golf at Fox Lake golf course less than a mile away, and our favorite thing, to find a little peace.
Marble Beach State Recreation Area

8. Marble Beach State Recreation Area

221 sites · Orleans, Iowa
Discover the Serenity of Marble Beach State Recreation Area.
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In Emmetsburg, swimmers have over 430 campsites to choose from, each set up for easy access to water and all the splashing you want. Prices typically run about $25 a night, with plenty of sites at that lowest rate. You’ll find spots where campfires are allowed and basic comforts like toilets and showers are standard—no roughing it unless you want to. The area draws campers for hiking, swimming, and fishing, so expect to share the water with friendly faces. Start with Happy Camping Snapshot Farm (54 reviews) for open space and welcoming hosts. Prefer a quiet spot by the water? Secluded riverside ranch (31 reviews) delivers on privacy and river views. For families and groups, Lutheran Lakeside Camp (19 reviews) offers lakefront fun and room to spread out. Bring your swimsuit, pack your towel, and jump in—Emmetsburg’s swimming campsites are ready for you.

98% (160) 28 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Emmetsburg

Happy Camping Snapshot Farm

1. Happy Camping Snapshot Farm

98%
(108)
48mi from Emmetsburg · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land: Start your morning with a perfect view of the sunrise (site 2), or a more shaded, sleep-in a bit (site 1) along with your favorite morning beverage. Take a walk on our country road or into town, approximately a mile and a half to restaurants, visitors center at the Jolly Green Giant Statue, hardware stores, Shell gas station & food mart or access to miles of paved trails around the town. Explore and have fun locating the dozens of "Little Sprouts" (baby Green Giants) around town. Very easy entrance and exit to Blue Earth, site is located at the intersection of Interstate 90 & HWY 169.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$17
 / night
Secluded riverside ranch

2. Secluded riverside ranch

100%
(41)
46mi from Emmetsburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This property encompasses 15 acres featuring a mile of mowed trails that weave through wildflower prairies, along a meandering creek, peaceful woods along the river, and a 501(c)(3) animal rescue providing sanctuary to goats, a llama, a miniature cow, an ostrich and more! The perfect place to unwind, unplug, and connect with nature in a private setting, not on a gravel pad at a treeless, overcrowded campground.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$25
 / night
Lutheran Lakeside Camp

3. Lutheran Lakeside Camp

98%
(21)
29mi from Emmetsburg · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Our mission is to be a place of belonging for all people to find joy and purpose in God's creation. We have a beautiful property with lots of activities and amenities to offer and we want to share it with as many people as possible. All the income we receive through campers and guests goes towards Camp for ALL Kids, where we allow foster children to attend camp at no cost. Learn more about this land:Park your RV and enjoy WiFi, endless activities onsite as well as peace and serenity while only being a few miles from the Okoboji excitement. Back in, hook up to 30 or 50 amp, Dump Station, short walk or drive to the waterfront. All guests get a picnic table and fire ring. Enjoy 3.5 miles of trails, basketball, sand volleyball, gaga ball, human foosball, 9 square, soccer filed, playground, and open fields. 
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$50
 / night
Emerson Bay State Recreation Area

4. Emerson Bay State Recreation Area

82 sites · West Okoboji, Iowa
Emerson Bay State Recreation Area: A Lakeside Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
Gull Point State Park

5. Gull Point State Park

112 sites · Wahpeton, Iowa
Discover the Serene Beauty of Gull Point State Park.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Delaware Beaches

6. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Delaware Beaches

1047mi from Emmetsburg · 12 sites
Discover the unique charm of the Jellystone Park™ campground in Milford, Delaware, where discerning RV campers find an exceptional blend of upscale amenities and family-friendly activities. Nestled just minutes away from the stunning Atlantic Ocean and the serene Delaware Bay beaches, this park is an ideal destination for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. Opened in 2009, Delaware Beaches Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort offers a wealth of recreational opportunities for guests of all ages. Enjoy a refreshing swim in our inviting pool, participate in engaging activities, or simply unwind in a peaceful environment. With beloved characters like Yogi Bear™ and Boo Boo™ around, families can create unforgettable memories while indulging in good, clean, healthy fun. In addition to our extensive recreational facilities, we provide a variety of amenities to enhance your stay. Guests can savor delicious snacks at our Snack Bar, gather in our Group Meeting Room, or browse unique items at our Gift Shop/Souvenirs. For added enjoyment, we offer Picnic Table Umbrella Rentals, Building Blox, Hopscotch, an Outdoor Theatre, and an Arcade. With so much to explore, Delaware Beaches Jellystone Park™ is the perfect spot for your next vacation adventure.
Caven's Landing Campground

7. Caven's Landing Campground

98%
(60)
39mi from Emmetsburg · 10 sites
Located just off of Interstate 90, this quiet and quaint little campground gives you direct views and access to Fox Lake and the wonderful rural Midwest wildlife. It's the perfect place to unwind, kayak, fish, golf at Fox Lake golf course less than a mile away, and our favorite thing, to find a little peace.
Marble Beach State Recreation Area

8. Marble Beach State Recreation Area

221 sites · Orleans, Iowa
Discover the Serenity of Marble Beach State Recreation Area.
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