97% (178) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Fort Ripley
Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
1. Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
100%
(7)
12mi from Fort Ripley · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful 8 acre campground on Lake Placid 10 miles west of Brainerd MN. The Campground has 4 full RV hook ups with power, water and sewer. 1 RV site with power and water. The water comes from a low flow well that has been tested and is potable. It is great to fill your RV tanks. There is also several level areas for tents.
There are 2 fire rings for camp fires a propane and charcoal grill. The campground has a dock to access the lake and Crow Wing river. There is approximately 25 steps down the bank to the dock. The steps are newer but steep, If you choose to use them you do so at your own risk.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land
2. Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land
94%
(211)
33mi from Fort Ripley · 5 sites · Tents
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
www.cuyuna.com
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
97% (178) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Fort Ripley
Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
1. Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
100%
(7)
12mi from Fort Ripley · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful 8 acre campground on Lake Placid 10 miles west of Brainerd MN. The Campground has 4 full RV hook ups with power, water and sewer. 1 RV site with power and water. The water comes from a low flow well that has been tested and is potable. It is great to fill your RV tanks. There is also several level areas for tents.
There are 2 fire rings for camp fires a propane and charcoal grill. The campground has a dock to access the lake and Crow Wing river. There is approximately 25 steps down the bank to the dock. The steps are newer but steep, If you choose to use them you do so at your own risk.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land
2. Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land
94%
(211)
33mi from Fort Ripley · 5 sites · Tents
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
www.cuyuna.com
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Cassidy
October 2025
Tent
Campsite 1 was an awesome camping spot on the River. The road to get there wasn’t bad at all. I was able to drive my fwd sedan down there easily.
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Jordan
October 2025
Tent
We wanted to find somewhere last minute to camp and it was a really cool spot. Plenty of firewood, nice view of the river. We didn’t face any issues driving to the site, off roading but a clear path. The fire pit was awesome and our fire was still smoking when we woke up!
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Isaac
September 2025
Tent
With pets
What a fantastic spot! As the host recommends, definitely plan to walk. We drove out there in a very small AWD car and we got out and in in mostly one piece, but it is very tight. That said, site 3 is stunning. The stars were out and it was the perfect site to stargaze. We managed to get a couple walleye off of the bank in front of the camp. Definitely bring your rod and some heavy lures to get across the wide Mississippi if you like fishing. They are out there!
-Tons of wood
-good views
-well kept
-very dog friendly
-no bugs (when we went)
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Cay
September 2025
Tent
My friends and I loved our experience at site #3. The view by the river was beautiful and the bugs weren't bad at all! The host was super easy to contact and quick to get back with any questions we had! Overall, it was the perfect weekend.
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Miguel
September 2025
Tent
The site was secluded, which we love. Private and virtually quiet, with the occasional car in the far distance. The campsite was right by the river which is a great view early in the morning.
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Jennifer
September 2025
30 ft Class A
With kids
We lived camping on Randy’s land. It was so spacious and made the 4 campers plus the tents have plenty of space and kids loved fishing off the docks all day long. Tons of grass areas for the dogs to run and play.
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Nicole
September 2025
Tent
Great view, private and all around lovely spot to camp.
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Noah
August 2025
Tent
It was great tent camping here. The site was well maintained and had an amazing view. They gave amazing instructions for navigating the trails and some recommendations for touring the area. Would love to visit again!
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Nicole
August 2025
Tent
First trip for our small crew - 2 adults and 3 doggos. Limited people sounds (a bit of traffic near by, but easy to tune out). The site is definitely new with lots of down sticks and branches for a fire. It was great to be close to town, but also distant from people. Looks like they are making great strides with expansion.
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Benjamin
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Love the view and the privacy! Caught some fish and and had some peaceful nights by the fire! Trails are a bit tight but they were dry. I made it back there with a 2wd f150 no problem! I would highly recommend the stay!
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Riley
August 2025
Tent
With pets
One of the BEST hipcamps we've ever been at. Amazing hosts, location, and sites. Will keep coming back as long as we can :)
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Bergen
August 2025
Tent
Sweet spot close to mtb and town. Bugs weren’t bad I was expecting worse. Would recommend!!!
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Siobhan
August 2025
Tent
My friend and I loved tent camping at site 3. The hike in was made easier with the wagon and we loved the views of the Mississippi. We were able to put our tubes in at site 2 and coast down to our site. We got a nice breeze and plenty of privacy! Leah had great communication leading up to our trip and even provided us helpful information for a kayaking route. We would definitely like to come back for more memories! Having endless firewood was such a perk too.
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Melissa
August 2025
33 ft travel trailer
With pets
Randy’s land was the perfect spot for our group of 8 adults, 5 kids and 2 dogs! All 3 campers had full hook ups which was amazing! We put in our boat and were able to keep it in the water all weekend at the dock. We also enjoyed paddle boarding and fishing off the dock. Randy was incredibly kind and accommodating. 10/10 experience and we hope to stay here again someday
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Tawhnee
August 2025
Tent
Took a break from cabins surrounded by other cabins and enjoyed tent camping with our Lugaloo on campsite #1. Yes, you can hear traffic but didn’t bother us. Bring a speaker and play your favorite music. You don’t need a loud volume to drown out the traffic sound. Enjoyed the adventurous drive to the camp site. We did help out fellow campers that got stuck so keep that in mind. We drove a dodge ram 2500 with a wench. Glad we could help out. You want off grid and surround yourself with trees…you found it. Great weekend.
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Collin
July 2025
Tent
Excellent weekend getaway on the river. The site was easy to find and super spacious. I had plenty of room to explore, and a great spot for my tent. Fishing was also excellent from this spot, if you’re planning to fish, hit up Oars-n-Mine in Crosby for bait as the bait shop across the street from the property is closed. My Nissan Rogue made it mostly fine to and from the campsite (I still goofed and scraped over a small stump which my front bumper didn’t like. Just be aware and you’ll be fine). Hoping to be back at some point as the views were fantastic and the solitude was lovely
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Kelsie
July 2025
Tent
I stayed at site #3. Beautiful spot and very secluded from your neighbors. Lots of wood to burn and a beautiful spot to relax and detox from the rest of the world. Not a very hard drive to get back there at all (as long as you have AWD I’d say lol). I would highly recommend this spot. 10/10 🫶🏻
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Brett
July 2025
Tent
Camping at this site #2 was great! Lots of great fire wood and an excellent view right on the Mississippi River!
The site is a great place to stay. We brought a boat to hop on the fish the whitefish chain, we had plenty of space to park it at the front of the property. The boat parking was nicely hidden away from the road.
The drive to campsite was easy enough but I would recommend having 4 wheel drive or 4x4, ESPECIALLY if rains. Don’t plan on bringing a boat/trailer with you to the campsite, but there is space to park it at the front of the property. Bring mosquito spray, they can be tough buggers.
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Junior
July 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
Excellent camping spot. The sites are pretty big and full hook up available. Dump station also onsite. Definitely will be back.
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Ronald
June 2025
15 ft travel trailer
With pets
Quiet, peaceful, beautiful view of the lake. Well maintained campsites and very private. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
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