Camping near Fort Ripley with horseback riding

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Popular camping styles for Fort Ripley

Dog-friendly getaways

  • Sewage hookup.
  • View of property. No garage access. You may camp or park anywhere near the garage. All RVs and cars must be parked in driveway.
  • Sewage hookup.
92%
(6)

Fish Trap Oasis

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Cushing, MN
Come relax and restore at a quiet lakeside camp spot on Fish Trap Lake! The property is perfect for any campers or RVers who want private lake views. It is located on a quiet street next to state land. Fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing and swimming can all be enjoyed on Fish Trap Lake. We are 40 minutes from the Brainerd and Nisswa area where there are plenty of restaurants, shops and outdoor activities as well.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
  • The drive to campsite #3 was a pretty rough. She does plan on widening it out at some point, which will make it easier.
  • Map of the 3 sites. 1 and 2 are accessible to AWD vehicles. Site 3 is accessible to ATVs, bikes, and by walking.
  • The drive to campsite #3 was a pretty rough. She does plan on widening it out at some point, which will make it easier.
93%
(176)

Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land

4 sites · Tents21 acres · Crosby, MN
21 acres of land with over a half mile of Mississippi River frontage. It's mostly undeveloped and a great place to get back into nature. Close to town and amenities, but far enough into the woods to feel like you're Up North. 200 yards to The Bridge Tavern restaurant and bar 5 miles to Yawkey Unit Mountain Bike trails 5 miles to downtown Crosby shopping and restaurants 5.2 miles to Cuyuna Regional Medical Center 5.9 miles to Cykel Bike Shop in Ironton 6 miles to Cuyuna Recreation Area trailhead in Ironton 6 miles to Super One Foods in Crosby 10.1 miles to Sagamore Unite Mountain Bike Trails
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$30
 / night
  • Cheers!
  • Exploring the Groundhouse River just steps away from our site.
  • Cheers!
97%
(288)

The Camps at the Vineyards

18 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Ogilvie, MN
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. Your hosts live at 1010 205th Ave. It is just a vineyard for now. the winery we hope will be built in 2025.
Pets
Campfires
from 
$20
 / night
  • Sunrise
  • The Country School
  • Sunrise
99%
(89)

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 pallet 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$15
 / night
  • Horse Ranch camping
  • Horse Ranch camping
  • Horse Ranch camping
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Horse Ranch camping

6 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Pequot Lakes, MN
Learn more about this land:Private setting away from main house. Open mowed pasture with plenty of space to host a group. Horse friendly accommodations close to horse riding paths or down country dirt road. Indoor riding arena for daytime use only. Open fenced pasture for grazing and stretching legs. Water provided plus generator or electricity hookup.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$40
 / night

Available this weekend

  • Twisted Willow
  • Twisted Willow
  • Twisted Willow

Twisted Willow

2 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Randall, MN
Twisted willow is located on 20 acre horse hobby farm. You will have your own private bedroom and shared living space with a guest bathroom. We are located on a quiet country local traffic tar road. We have an approximately 1 acre Park area with a large pond in the middle evening lounging as well as an upper level deck. You are welcome to join us for morning coffee and a bite to eat or bring your own breakfast to cook. We occasionally board dogs as well, so your pet is welcome, but we do have a separate contract for pets.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$60
 / night
  • Sewage hookup.
  • View of property. No garage access. You may camp or park anywhere near the garage. All RVs and cars must be parked in driveway.
  • Sewage hookup.
92%
(6)

Fish Trap Oasis

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Cushing, MN
Come relax and restore at a quiet lakeside camp spot on Fish Trap Lake! The property is perfect for any campers or RVers who want private lake views. It is located on a quiet street next to state land. Fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing and swimming can all be enjoyed on Fish Trap Lake. We are 40 minutes from the Brainerd and Nisswa area where there are plenty of restaurants, shops and outdoor activities as well.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
  • Cheers!
  • Exploring the Groundhouse River just steps away from our site.
  • Cheers!
97%
(288)

The Camps at the Vineyards

18 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Ogilvie, MN
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. Your hosts live at 1010 205th Ave. It is just a vineyard for now. the winery we hope will be built in 2025.
Pets
Campfires
from 
$20
 / night

6 top campgrounds near Fort Ripley with horseback riding

  • Cheers!
  • Exploring the Groundhouse River just steps away from our site.
  • Cheers!
97%
(288)

The Camps at the Vineyards

18 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Ogilvie, MN
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. Your hosts live at 1010 205th Ave. It is just a vineyard for now. the winery we hope will be built in 2025.
Pets
Campfires
from 
$20
 / night
  • Sunrise
  • The Country School
  • Sunrise
99%
(89)

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 pallet 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$15
 / night
  • Sewage hookup.
  • View of property. No garage access. You may camp or park anywhere near the garage. All RVs and cars must be parked in driveway.
  • Sewage hookup.
92%
(6)

Fish Trap Oasis

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Cushing, MN
Come relax and restore at a quiet lakeside camp spot on Fish Trap Lake! The property is perfect for any campers or RVers who want private lake views. It is located on a quiet street next to state land. Fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing and swimming can all be enjoyed on Fish Trap Lake. We are 40 minutes from the Brainerd and Nisswa area where there are plenty of restaurants, shops and outdoor activities as well.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
  • The drive to campsite #3 was a pretty rough. She does plan on widening it out at some point, which will make it easier.
  • Map of the 3 sites. 1 and 2 are accessible to AWD vehicles. Site 3 is accessible to ATVs, bikes, and by walking.
  • The drive to campsite #3 was a pretty rough. She does plan on widening it out at some point, which will make it easier.
93%
(176)

Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land

4 sites · Tents21 acres · Crosby, MN
21 acres of land with over a half mile of Mississippi River frontage. It's mostly undeveloped and a great place to get back into nature. Close to town and amenities, but far enough into the woods to feel like you're Up North. 200 yards to The Bridge Tavern restaurant and bar 5 miles to Yawkey Unit Mountain Bike trails 5 miles to downtown Crosby shopping and restaurants 5.2 miles to Cuyuna Regional Medical Center 5.9 miles to Cykel Bike Shop in Ironton 6 miles to Cuyuna Recreation Area trailhead in Ironton 6 miles to Super One Foods in Crosby 10.1 miles to Sagamore Unite Mountain Bike Trails
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
  • Horse Ranch camping
  • Horse Ranch camping
  • Horse Ranch camping
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Horse Ranch camping

6 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Pequot Lakes, MN
Learn more about this land:Private setting away from main house. Open mowed pasture with plenty of space to host a group. Horse friendly accommodations close to horse riding paths or down country dirt road. Indoor riding arena for daytime use only. Open fenced pasture for grazing and stretching legs. Water provided plus generator or electricity hookup.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
Trash
from 
$40
 / night
  • Twisted Willow
  • Twisted Willow
  • Twisted Willow

Twisted Willow

2 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Randall, MN
Twisted willow is located on 20 acre horse hobby farm. You will have your own private bedroom and shared living space with a guest bathroom. We are located on a quiet country local traffic tar road. We have an approximately 1 acre Park area with a large pond in the middle evening lounging as well as an upper level deck. You are welcome to join us for morning coffee and a bite to eat or bring your own breakfast to cook. We occasionally board dogs as well, so your pet is welcome, but we do have a separate contract for pets.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Trash
from 
$60
 / night

Under $50

  • The drive to campsite #3 was a pretty rough. She does plan on widening it out at some point, which will make it easier.
  • Map of the 3 sites. 1 and 2 are accessible to AWD vehicles. Site 3 is accessible to ATVs, bikes, and by walking.
  • The drive to campsite #3 was a pretty rough. She does plan on widening it out at some point, which will make it easier.
93%
(176)

Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land

4 sites · Tents21 acres · Crosby, MN
21 acres of land with over a half mile of Mississippi River frontage. It's mostly undeveloped and a great place to get back into nature. Close to town and amenities, but far enough into the woods to feel like you're Up North. 200 yards to The Bridge Tavern restaurant and bar 5 miles to Yawkey Unit Mountain Bike trails 5 miles to downtown Crosby shopping and restaurants 5.2 miles to Cuyuna Regional Medical Center 5.9 miles to Cykel Bike Shop in Ironton 6 miles to Cuyuna Recreation Area trailhead in Ironton 6 miles to Super One Foods in Crosby 10.1 miles to Sagamore Unite Mountain Bike Trails
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$30
 / night
  • Sewage hookup.
  • View of property. No garage access. You may camp or park anywhere near the garage. All RVs and cars must be parked in driveway.
  • Sewage hookup.
92%
(6)

Fish Trap Oasis

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Cushing, MN
Come relax and restore at a quiet lakeside camp spot on Fish Trap Lake! The property is perfect for any campers or RVers who want private lake views. It is located on a quiet street next to state land. Fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing and swimming can all be enjoyed on Fish Trap Lake. We are 40 minutes from the Brainerd and Nisswa area where there are plenty of restaurants, shops and outdoor activities as well.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
  • Horse Ranch camping
  • Horse Ranch camping
  • Horse Ranch camping
Saved 10 times

Horse Ranch camping

6 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Pequot Lakes, MN
Learn more about this land:Private setting away from main house. Open mowed pasture with plenty of space to host a group. Horse friendly accommodations close to horse riding paths or down country dirt road. Indoor riding arena for daytime use only. Open fenced pasture for grazing and stretching legs. Water provided plus generator or electricity hookup.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$40
 / night
  • Sunrise
  • The Country School
  • Sunrise
99%
(89)

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 pallet 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$15
 / night
  • Cheers!
  • Exploring the Groundhouse River just steps away from our site.
  • Cheers!
97%
(288)

The Camps at the Vineyards

18 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Ogilvie, MN
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. Your hosts live at 1010 205th Ave. It is just a vineyard for now. the winery we hope will be built in 2025.
Pets
Campfires
from 
$20
 / night

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Camping near Fort Ripley with horseback riding guide

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Looking to go camping near Fort Ripley, Minnesota? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 210 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, Hipcamp has got you covered. Looking for reviews? Check out some of the top campsites like The Jubilee Homestead (76 reviews), The Camps at the Vineyard (66 reviews), and Rusty Star Ranch Riverview (48 reviews). Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like campfires, pet-friendly sites, and toilets. And with activities like swimming, whitewater paddling, and paddling available, there's never a dull moment. So pack your gear and get ready to explore the great outdoors at Hipcamp!

Looking to go camping near Fort Ripley, Minnesota? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 210 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, Hipcamp has got you covered. Looking for reviews? Check out some of the top campsites like The Jubilee Homestead (76 reviews), The Camps at the Vineyard (66 reviews), and Rusty Star Ranch Riverview (48 reviews). Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like campfires, pet-friendly sites, and toilets. And with activities like swimming, whitewater paddling, and paddling available, there's never a dull moment. So pack your gear and get ready to explore the great outdoors at Hipcamp!

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