The best river, stream, or creek RV campgrounds near Duluth, Minnesota

Looking for an RV camping experience by the river near Duluth, Minnesota? Hipcamp has over 300 options to choose from, starting as low as $5 per night. Top campsites like Bad River Wilderness (with 158 reviews), Camp Floodwood (with 130 reviews), and Vineyard Farm & Family Camp (with 103 reviews) have popular amenities like toilets, potable water, and campfires. You can enjoy activities like swimming, off-roading (OHV), and hiking while camping by the river. The average price per night is $29.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for an RV camping experience by the river near Duluth, Minnesota? Hipcamp has over 300 options to choose from, starting as low as $5 per night. Top campsites like Bad River Wilderness (with 158 reviews), Camp Floodwood (with 130 reviews), and Vineyard Farm & Family Camp (with 103 reviews) have popular amenities like toilets, potable water, and campfires. You can enjoy activities like swimming, off-roading (OHV), and hiking while camping by the river. The average price per night is $29.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Superior Beach Camp

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12mi from Duluth · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · South Range, WI

Escape to Superior Beach Camp and immerse yourself in the beauty and privacy of a cleared camping area situated above 500' feet of sand and pebble beach on the world’s greatest lake. Agate campsite is very generously sized and is all yours. Surrounded by a mix of poplar and birch with a few white pine sprinkled in, the main camp area is set back from the lake atop a 70' bluff with peekaboo views of Lake Superior. A short walk down a private path from your campsite gives you access to a beautiful Lake Superior beach to swim, skip rocks, search for agates, or just enjoy the panoramic views of the lake and the town of Duluth on the opposite shore. Agate campsite previously featured a "look out point" that has been altered by the natural erosion of the red clay banks that comprise much of Lake Superior's south shore. While you can still access this area, doing so will require more effort and care, and we no longer allow camping on the point. Superior Beach Camp located is 2.5 hours north of the Twin Cities and perfectly positions you to discover all the wonders of the Twin Ports. Explore this amazing area or stay at camp, set up your chair in the sand and take in the many moods of Mother Superior. Watch the ships come and go to the sparkly backdrop of Duluth’s city lights. The crackle of a driftwood fire on the beach provides the perfect soundtrack as you watch for shooting stars and the aurora. Stock up on supplies and explore the charming industrial town of Superior, WI – 15 minutes from your campsite. Spend a day mountain biking the Duluth Traverse and touring the the wonderful local dining and tap room scenes of Duluth and Superior. Canal Park, downtown Duluth, is a 25 minute drive. If you’d like to venture further, you could meander up the North Shore. Or keep it local and check out Bayfield and the Apostle Islands – only 75 minutes East. Stop through the charming lakeside village of Cornucopia on your way. Or perhaps you’d like to experience world class trout fishing on the Brule River a half hour from Superior Beach Camp. Maybe Parks are your thing: Amnicon Falls, one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful State Parks, is reachable in 10 minutes by car. Drive a half hour further to Pattison State Park and take in Wisconsin’s tallest waterfall. On the Minnesota side, the magic of Jay Cooke State Park is 30 minutes west (and puts you on the doorstep of legit white water rafting). Whether you're looking for solace and relaxation in a blissful [great] lakeside setting or simply seeking a convenient place to rest your head while exploring the many adventures a stone’s throw from your campsite, there is something for everyone who camps here. Superior Beach Camp is a clean, quiet, peaceful, primitive setting. We appreciate that our campers help us keep it this way; remember to pack in any supplies or provisions you need, and leave no trace when you depart so our next guests can enjoy a clean campsite.

2. Floodwood Municipal Campground

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38mi from Duluth · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · Floodwood, MN

Floodwood Municipal Campground: A Hidden Gem in Northern Minnesota Nestled along the scenic St. Louis River, Floodwood Municipal Campground is one of the Northwoods’ best-kept secrets. Conveniently located on the outskirts of the city in a quiet residential neighborhood, this city-owned and operated campground offers a peaceful retreat with modern amenities. Exciting Recent Upgrades! Floodwood Municipal Campground has recently undergone a major renovation to enhance your camping experience, including: ✅ Remodeled and upgraded shower house for added comfort. ✅ Newly widened roads for easier access throughout the campground. ✅ New camping pads and electrical pedestals, with all sites offering water and electrical hookups. ✅ On-site septic dump station for added convenience. ✅ Brand-new ADA-accessible fishing pier, made possible by a grant from the Minnesota DNR. Funding for this project was provided by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR). Originally secured by the City of Floodwood in the 1970s to preserve outdoor recreation for future generations, the campground continues to be a welcoming haven for campers, hunters, anglers, and boaters alike. Whether you're looking for a base camp for your next outdoor adventure or a relaxing getaway in nature, the City of Floodwood is ready to welcome you! Book your stay today and experience the charm of this beautifully upgraded campground. Firewood available for sale on-site. Staying several nights? Save on booking fees by booking directly with our Camp Host, Scott Condra, at 325-253-7538. Scott is also happy to answer any other camping questions you may have!

3. Oakbrook

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19mi from Duluth · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Poplar, WI

Welcome to our little retreat in the Northwoods of Wisconsin! We've got 24 acres of mostly Aspen Forest with oaks and maples. There's around 3km trails and a seasonal stream. We're located just 15 minutes from Lake Superior and Lake Nebagamon for fishing, swimming, and boating and 20 minutes from the twin ports of Superior and Duluth. Enjoy the touristy sites of the twin ports and then retreat to a quiet rural rustic campsite for a fire and conversation at the end of the day. Currently no outhouse on the property (hence the low price) but we have 15amp electric on our solar microgrid and we're working to add more everyday! Gichi-apiitenimaanaanig Meskwaabikikejig, Wenamanikejig, gaa-wenjibaawaad omaa miinawaa Anishinaabeg daawaad geyaabi ge-ganawendamowaad o’o aki. Ginisidawaabandaamin Gichigabegikendaasowigamig Miskwaa-Gete-Oodenang ateg Ojibwewakiing. Bizaan minjimendamog gaye jiikendamog ezhi-gizhi-inendaagwag gakina akiin. In honor of the Anishinaabe people, the original peoples and caretakers of this land, we would like to recognize that we inhabit the land of the Ojibwe people. We would like to take this space to honor and celebrate ancestral Ojibwe land and the sacred lands of all Indigenous peoples.

4. Camp Spooky

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35mi from Duluth · 1 site · Tent, RV · Iron Junction, MN

Morcom Lake boat landing. Dinham Lake boat landing. Young Lake Public Water Access. Riverview Cemetery. Continue down Cemetery Rd. "west" Nice hike from camp, about a half mile. Melrude Whistle Stop bar and grill. Melrude Town Hall. Valhalla Park

5. Turbera Vista

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40mi from Duluth · 1 site · Tent, RV · Iron Junction, MN

The campsite is lovely and there are some relatively flat spots for a tent. A short trail through the woods leads to beautiful views of the bog. I restore neglected properties to a natural state, And provide campers with experiences to promote a love for nature. Many options for RV's and campers. You can see deer, squirrel, chipmunks and birds including Pileated Woodpeckers, Barred Owls and Common Loons on the lake. You can less than expect mosquitoes.

6. Robinson Lake Campground

44mi from Duluth · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Solon Springs, WI

Brand-new 28-site RV campground featuring full water and sewer hookups, along with 50A, 30A, and 20A power at every site. Most sites are generously sized at 30’ wide by 60’ long. Enjoy the on-site bar and restaurant with stunning views overlooking Robinson Lake — a premier recreational spot known for some of the best fishing in the state.

Public campgrounds near Duluth

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Jay Cooke Campground

14mi from Duluth · 79 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jay Cooke State Park

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Pattison Campground

17mi from Duluth · 58 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pattison State Park

Indian Lake Campground

37mi from Duluth · 26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Cloquet Valley State Forest

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Moose Lake Campground

37mi from Duluth · 56 sites · Tents, RVs · in Moose Lake State Park

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Gooseberry Falls Campground

40mi from Duluth · 69 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gooseberry Falls State Park

Wanoka Lake Recreation Area and Campground

43mi from Duluth · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chequamegon National Forest

Willow River Campground

45mi from Duluth · 40 sites · Tents, RVs · in General C.C. Andrews State Forest

Perch Lake Campground

49mi from Duluth · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chequamegon National Forest

Stories from the community

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John

October 2025

21 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Superior Beach Camp

Great spot and private beach area with lots to explore.

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Braun

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Turbera Vista

Turbera Vista Campsite is a peaceful and scenic spot perfect for stargazers and outdoor enthusiasts. We were able to back in our small coupe and set up our tent fairly quick, there was plenty of firewood and the stargazing was amazing, great getaway from the city! David provided us with detailed info of the site and amenities which were basic but thats all we needed! and directions in case we got lost, would definetely return in the near future!

Sarah

October 2025

22 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Superior Beach Camp

It was clean. Very peaceful. Very little to no traffic. Perfect for an escape in nature with the beach. We hope to be back next year.

Sheree

October 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Floodwood Municipal Campground

This lovely little campground in Floodwood is a treasure! Conveniently located to highway 2, it is located along the St. Louis river. We enjoyed our site overlooking the river. It has recently been extensively renovated; all the sites are flat. Although we did not use the shower house, all the buildings looked very new and the campground is neat, tidy and well maintained. Definitely will be back.

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Ashley

October 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Oakbrook

Secluded little nook close to beaches, parks, & towns. Not far from main highway & a lovely little drive down some maintained gravel roads. Caitlin is super friendly & provided a perfect spot to rest for a couple days before I started the next leg of my journey. The hosts are close by if you need anything, so even though you're secluded in the woods, there is a comfort knowing people are close by in case of emergency. They also supplied firewood, an electrical outlet, large fire pit, & big picnic table next to the parking pad. They even have trails right on the property! It felt like staying at a campground, without the chaos that campgrounds & RV parks can sometimes bring. It was a great last minute decision and I will definitely look forward to staying here again.

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Caara

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Floodwood Municipal Campground

Beautiful setting along the river and a kind camp host.

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Jeremy

October 2025

27 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Floodwood Municipal Campground

It's an awesome campground now, since the remodel.

Located on the St. Louis River, great spot for fishing.

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John

October 2025

12 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Floodwood Municipal Campground

Great campsite and Scott was a wonderful campground host

Roger

October 2025

17 ft travel trailer

1 night at Floodwood Municipal Campground

Great sites, quiet. Short walk to downtown. Excellent!

Agate point campsite. Fire ring, charcoal grill and picnic bench available for use.

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Molly

October 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Superior Beach Camp

We have camped at this site the past two years. We love it! Great area, awesome lookout point, excellent beach! This year we had an incredible northern lights show! Can’t wait to return next year!

C

September 2025

28 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Floodwood Municipal Campground

We were very impressed. The camp host, Scott, welcomed us and and told us about the events happening in town. The shower houses and restrooms were very clean. The sites are big enough for large RVs but are private. The firewood was inexpensive and the fire rings were nice and large. Scott offered a cooking grate if we needed one. Another great feature is that it is right on the river. Its a very beautiful spot. Surprising to myself, I would highly recommend this campground.

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Cassandra

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Floodwood Municipal Campground

Great little spot! Site #9 was very nice. Good views, close to the fishing dock. Our experience was comfortable, quiet & cozy. I think this is a perfect campsite for not-so-experienced campers. Bathrooms/showers were very clean and convenient.

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Holly

September 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Superior Beach Camp

This site is amazing! It’s our favorite spot now and we’ve highly recommended it to several friends. It’s beautiful and clean and feels secluded yet safe. We’re grateful to have the chance to be on the lake. My boys saw a porcupine on the trail which was a highlight. The stars are amazing. The beach is perfect and private. 10 out of 10 all around.

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Glam_goth666

September 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Floodwood Municipal Campground

Quint campground right on St. Louis river. Bring your fishing poll and head on down to the handicap accessible pier/dock.

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Kim

September 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Superior Beach Camp

Our time at Matt’s land was absolutely wonderful! It is very beautiful and peaceful. He worked with us when we needed to switch days and got back to us quickly. We very much recommend!

Steven

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Floodwood Municipal Campground

Great campground, very clean and quiet. Great smallmouth bass and northern pike fishery.

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Austin

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

4 nights at Camp Spooky

Great little secluded spot, nice and quiet other than a train or two in the night. The turnaround at this spot isn’t as large as photos made it seem, we had to back the boat trailer in and it was tight but not horrible. I would stay here again though

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Kayla

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Superior Beach Camp

My family and I really enjoyed camping here! It’s a wonderful spot if you have little kids or dogs—there’s plenty of room to spread out and roam. The outhouse was impressively clean and well-kept, which made our stay even more comfortable. We’d definitely come back!

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Amanda

September 2025

16 ft car

With pets

2 nights at Superior Beach Camp

Great open spot for camping. There is bit of a hike down to the beach, and after the rain the red clay was very slick, but still an amazing place. There is a lot of beachfront access and the view is amazing. We spent most of our time at the beach. Dogs couldn’t get enough of it!

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Claire

September 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Superior Beach Camp

This was a beautiful campsite with an amazing beach!! Our trip was very rainy and cold, but we were still able to enjoy a campfire and make the trek down to the beach. The portapotty was pristine and the campsite was easy to find, as well as close to amnicon state park and about 1/2 hour to Pattison state park. Site is completely private.