The best campgrounds near Comfrey, Minnesota with fishing

In Comfrey, fishing is front and centre, with over 540 camping spots that put you close to water and biting fish. You’ll find sites on private lakes, tucked along the Minnesota River, and set up on working farms. Top picks include Camping on private lake (178 reviews), Mn River Valley Sanctuary (55 reviews), and Stadings Farm & Ranch (22 reviews). Campers here talk about the easy access to the water, quiet nights, and plenty of wildlife. Most sites welcome pets, allow campfires, and have toilets. Expect an average night to run about $40, but you can snag a spot for as little as $15. Bring your rod—Comfrey’s lakes and rivers are waiting.

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Top-rated campgrounds

In Comfrey, fishing is front and centre, with over 540 camping spots that put you close to water and biting fish. You’ll find sites on private lakes, tucked along the Minnesota River, and set up on working farms. Top picks include Camping on private lake (178 reviews), Mn River Valley Sanctuary (55 reviews), and Stadings Farm & Ranch (22 reviews). Campers here talk about the easy access to the water, quiet nights, and plenty of wildlife. Most sites welcome pets, allow campfires, and have toilets. Expect an average night to run about $40, but you can snag a spot for as little as $15. Bring your rod—Comfrey’s lakes and rivers are waiting.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Mn River Valley Sanctuary

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27mi from Comfrey · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Franklin, MN

Welcome, we have a small flock of waterfowl and chickens and a herd of goats to interact with, volunteer some time in our organic garden, peer up into endless night skies or use us a s a base camp to go exploring the several county and state parks, Natural and Scientific areas, hiking trails and local communities. We are located about 5 miles from either Franklin or Fairfax and less than 20 minutes to Redwood Falls, Jackpot Junction and New Ulm.

2. Camping on private lake

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26mi from Comfrey · 10 sites · Tents · Westbrook, MN

This property has 4 camp spots. Sites 1 and 4 have a boat landing. All sites have shades trees that can hold hammocks. All sites are right next to the lake. Site 3 has a dock that all can use. There is excellent swimming with a sandy bottom at the south end of the lake. The lake is stocked with perch in 2024 but has walleye, northern, bass as well. It is also close to many lakes that are good for fishing. I have a 14' fishing boat with trolling motor, a paddle boat, 2 kayaks, and canoe for campers to use for free. Firewood is available for $5/day. There is some hiking on the property and much near by. Biking is also good with small lakes nearby to visit. The camping here is very peaceful with wonderful views and the wildlife is awesome! 120 volt power is at all sites and 220 can reach sites 2 and 3. There is warm showers and flushing toilets. Also all sites are drive through on hard ground grass. Grates are provided for cooking over the fire. There is Wi-Fi internet that reaches sites 1-3

3. Stadings Farm & Ranch

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28mi from Comfrey · 3 sites · RVs · Lake Crystal, MN

Enjoy a peaceful campsite alongside a prairie lake in Southern MN, where towering oaks shade and fill the landscape. Sit by the lake with a campfire as you watch for Bald Eagles and Swans. We have a paddle boat and canoe available to explore the lake or bring your kayak or paddle board. Our farm is designed for RV's, Campers, any thing that is self contained. Water and electricity are available for an additional $25 per day for both. We offer firewood to purchase $10, place payment donation box. Pick your own veggies, please place payment in our donation box. With a mile of lake shore, you can camp in secluded Grass fields, to Oak Savanna.

4. Flandrau State Park

92 sites · New Ulm, Minnesota

Discover Flandrau State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

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Campfires

5. Fort Ridgely State Park

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22 sites · Fairfax, Minnesota

Discover Fort Ridgely State Park's rich history and scenic landscapes.

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Electrical Hookup

Toilets

6. Caven's Landing Campground

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31mi from Comfrey · 10 sites · Sherburn, MN

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.

7. Kilen Woods State Park

37 sites · Lakefield, Minnesota

Discover Kilen Woods State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

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8. Lake Shetek State Park

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87 sites · The Lakes, Minnesota

Discover Lake Shetek's serene beauty and outdoor adventures.

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9. Minneopa State Park

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72 sites · North Mankato, Minnesota

Discover Minneopa State Park's scenic vistas and diverse activities.

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Toilets

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10. Marble Beach State Recreation Area

221 sites · Orleans, Iowa

Discover the Serenity of Marble Beach State Recreation Area.

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Electrical Hookup

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Public campgrounds near Comfrey

Flandrau Campground

25mi from Comfrey · 92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Flandrau State Park

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Fort Ridgely Campground

25mi from Comfrey · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fort Ridgely State Park

Kilen Woods State Park Campground

27mi from Comfrey · 37 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kilen Woods State Park

If you love a good rocky beach in Minnesota , Lake Shetek State Park is the place to go .

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Sunrise Campground

39mi from Comfrey · 32 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Shetek State Park

The rocky sandbar leads you to Loon Island. Watch for deer !

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Prairie Campground

39mi from Comfrey · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Shetek State Park

We stayed here over Halloween weekend and had the whole campground to ourselves . While other Minnesotan's were preparing for hibernation , we were building tarp cities in the parks 😂

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Oak Woods Campground

39mi from Comfrey · 43 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Shetek State Park

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Minneopa State Park Group Campground

41mi from Comfrey · 4 sites · in Minneopa State Park

If you venture off the beaten path , you may end up here , with views of the breathtaking waterfall . You can get close enough to touch it , if you wish .

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Red Fox Campground

41mi from Comfrey · 68 sites · Tents, RVs · in Minneopa State Park

Marble Beach Campground

43mi from Comfrey · 221 sites · Tents, RVs · in Marble Beach State Recreation Area

Stories from the community

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Deb

October 2025

25 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Stadings Farm & Ranch

Great location- awesome land- fantastic host - great way to enjoy the fall colors peacefully- close to winery too!

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Rachel

October 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Stadings Farm & Ranch

Extremely charming place in the country with very responsive host!

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Christina

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

We really enjoyed our stay — the campsite was peaceful and right by the water with everything we needed (kayaks/canoe/boat available). The host was very caring, friendly, and welcoming, even giving us fresh farm eggs, which was such a nice touch. The spot felt private and relaxing. The amenities are excellent: power at all sites, warm showers, flushing toilets, and well-maintained grounds. Unfortunately, we had to cut our trip short because of the high winds, but we’d love to come back when the weather is calmer!

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Emily

October 2025

20 ft pop-up camper

With kids

2 nights at Mn River Valley Sanctuary

My littles loved it here! Plenty of room to roam, their animals were friendly but not too friendly, and lots to explore. We’ll definitely be back.

Charles

October 2025

21 ft campervan

1 night at Mn River Valley Sanctuary

Nice quiet experience and enjoyed all the animals.

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M.M.

September 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Camping on private lake

A Little Slice of Heaven – Peaceful Lakefront Camping with an Amazing Host This place went above and beyond my expectations! I stayed for 2 nights and had an unforgettable experience. Jim is by far one of the most gracious, friendly, and welcoming hosts I’ve ever met. From the moment I arrived, he greeted me, showed me around, and made sure I had everything I needed. He even brought firewood right to my site and surprised me with a dozen fresh farm eggs—talk about hospitality! His land is a true hidden gem. The quiet lake is perfect for paddling or fishing, with a trolling motor boat, canoe, and kayaks available for guests. My campsite had electric hookups, a firepit, patio table with chairs, plus a mini fridge—a thoughtful touch that made camping feel effortless. There’s also access to a shower, flushing toilet, and outdoor bathroom, so comfort is never sacrificed. I loved that my two dogs could run around freely and enjoy the space—it was as much their vacation as mine! Nights were the highlight: no city light pollution, just millions of stars sparkling in the sky. Absolutely breathtaking. This place is serene, clean, and peaceful, with everything you need for a relaxing escape. I’ll definitely be back. Huge thanks to Jim for sharing his beautiful property and making my trip so memorable. This one’s a 5⭐️+ stay all the way!

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Keo

September 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Camping on private lake

Highly recommend! Such a great little spot. We stayed at Site 4, which was spacious and set a bit farther from the others—perfect for us with two dogs and a toddler. The site came with a fire pit, table, chairs, and even a hammock. We loved the lake view and really appreciated the access to kayaks, a canoe, and a boat with a trolling motor. You can hear some traffic but that's to be expected due to it's location but it didn’t take away from how enjoyable the stay was. We didn’t get to use everything this place offers, but that just means we’ll be back again. The host was very friendly and welcoming, showed us where everything was, and made sure we were comfortable settling in. We came in from Sioux Falls, and it was absolutely worth the drive and the money.

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Shirlee

September 2025

30 ft Class C

With kids

1 night at Mn River Valley Sanctuary

Awesome stop over and sweet host! We really loved the farm, the animals and the vibe. Great place if looking for a convenient stop for the night..

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Pin-Kuan

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

I had my best camping experience here. I also went kayaking and fishing. The host is friendly and helpful.

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MICHAEL

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

Highly recommend! Plenty of options for traversing the lake, have to say that's the first time I've heard cows while being out on a lake. Farmland nearby, nice and quiet and great for stargazing. Jim is an awesome host and very accommodating; mosquitoes can be a bid bad in early September.

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Elijah

September 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Stadings Farm & Ranch

10/10 veggies were super fresh very friendly host no noises once so ever just peaceful nature would recommend

Keith

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Camping on private lake

Great little private place to stay. Very quiet, beautiful lakeside sites that are pretty nice and big. Would definitely recomend.

Erica

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

This was an awesome campsite. The view was great, right by the lake. It was a cold weekend so we didn’t get to enjoy the water, but it seems clean and I want to go back there in the summer. We had a lot of space. Jim was very friendly and helpful, since we were the only ones there, we were able to switch site, and Jim provided a little space heater for us and it helped a lot overnight since it got pretty cold. We were there on the opening day for bird hunting, and we woke up on Sat and Sun morning with gun shots, not super fun since we don’t like hunting and my dog gets scared of the noise, but besides that, it is an awesome place and I plan on going back. 10/10 recommend it.

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Abby

September 2025

32 ft Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Stadings Farm & Ranch

Such a beautiful spot to spend a weekend! Kind & helpful hosts.

Logan

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

Jim was awesome host! Awesome property! Nice lake with kayaks and boats for use. Had a great weekend and will definitely return one day.

Site 1 - ABSOLUTELY perfect for a group 👌

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Chandra

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

Hands down one of the BEST little hidden gems of a camping spot that we have ever come across! Jim is an incredible host and provides boats and kayaks for his guests to enjoy on the private lake, the sites are absolutely beautiful and offer the perfect secluded get away for couples, families and large groups. The lake is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for fishing/swimming/cruising in the fishing boat or paddling out and enjoying the sun and each campsite is right on the water with its own private access points. Jim really did create a perfect little slice of narures heaven for people to enjoy here! We LOVED our time here and will be making this a yearly spot for our group!!

Pache

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

My friends and I absolutely loved staying at this campsite! Jim is an awesome guy! He welcomed us in, gave us a quick tour of where everything was, and even gifted us some of the eggs from his chickens :) He’s super thoughtful and has pretty much everything you’d need. He has a table, a grill-top for the campfire, chairs/seats, and even a hammock set up in the trees! I also love that he had kayaks/canoes available to use for free as well. My friends and I definitely enjoyed our time on the lake paddling in those! Of course, his dog Rocky, just the sweetest girl! We definitely recommend this place and we ourselves would come here again! Thanks Jim!

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Josephine

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mn River Valley Sanctuary

Edwin and his dogs, Sugar and Mulberry, were very welcoming and kind. Lots of goats, geese, chickens and ducks rambling around too! 🐐🪿🐓🦆🌞 The wide open sky and sunset were beautiful across the rolling fields. And there were also Fireflies! ✨ A simple and easy environment to rest and relax.

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nicholas

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camping on private lake

This is a great place. Jim is an amazing host. I am definitely going back. Highly recommend if you are looking for a quiet and relaxing place right on the lake.