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The best river, stream, or creek camping near Lake George

Looking for a riverfront camping spot near Lake George? You’ll find over 830 options here, with prices starting at $30 a night and an average stay running $70. Most sites offer toilets, showers, and allow campfires—handy after a day spent hiking, swimming, or snow sports. favorites like Sunset Pines MN (5 reviews) and Northland Paradise (5 reviews) draw campers for their easy river access and well-kept grounds. Expect sites tucked along winding banks, some with direct trails down to the water. Bring your gear and get ready to wake up to moving water and plenty of fresh air.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lake George

1. Toad Creek Camping

35mi from Lake George · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

A century farm located in the heart of Minnesota lakes country. The property features a hobby farm, abundant wildlife, woods, fields, pastures, and ponds. Conveniently located near area lakes and trails, about 20 miles from the nearest town.

2. Sunset Pines MN

34mi from Lake George · 71 sites · RVs, Lodging

Mike and Loellen discovered Ruttger’s Camping Resort in the winter of 2005 while driving around the area and scanning websites for trailers. We bought a trailer on a seasonal site and have thoroughly enjoyed our summers here ever since! Our sons grew up on the lake, boating and fishing and exploring the area and we have developed a wonderful lake-family. We have watched Bill and Candy Ruttger build the resort into the beautiful property that it is today and feel privileged to have the opportunity to now share it with you. Under our new ownership and with a new name, Sunset Pines MN in January 2023, we are eager to carry on the legacy created by our friends and mentors. We welcome you to enjoy our piece of “Up North” Minnesota lake-life with your family and friends, and don’t forget to enjoy a sunset or two! Mike & Loellen

3. Itasca State Park

239 sites · Lake George, Minnesota

Explore the wild headwaters of the Mississippi River at Minnesota’s oldest state park.

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4. Two Inlets State Forest

14 sites · Osage, Minnesota

Discover the natural charm of Two Inlets State Forest.

5. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

39 sites · Solway, Minnesota

Discover La Salle Lake State Recreation Area's natural splendor.

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6. Chippewa National Forest

537 sites · Cass Lake, Minnesota

The Chippewa National Forest could easily be renamed to Chippewa National Lakes! The serene waters produce more wetlands and lakes than any other National Forest in the country. The Chippewa is a place of baptismal beauty and has been heralded in folk song classics for decades. Meander rivers, hike over 290 miles of trails, and cast away for a chance at muskie, walleye, northern pike, bass or sunfish. Rough-it-out in style at over 20 campgrounds that are located on lakeshores. At the end your day raise a cold one to Minnesota, she never disappoints!

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7. Huntersville State Forest

78 sites · Nimrod, Minnesota

Discover the natural allure of Huntersville State Forest.

Looking for a riverfront camping spot near Lake George? You’ll find over 830 options here, with prices starting at $30 a night and an average stay running $70. Most sites offer toilets, showers, and allow campfires—handy after a day spent hiking, swimming, or snow sports. favorites like Sunset Pines MN (5 reviews) and Northland Paradise (5 reviews) draw campers for their easy river access and well-kept grounds. Expect sites tucked along winding banks, some with direct trails down to the water. Bring your gear and get ready to wake up to moving water and plenty of fresh air.

100% (6)

Top-rated campgrounds near Lake George

1. Toad Creek Camping

35mi from Lake George · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

A century farm located in the heart of Minnesota lakes country. The property features a hobby farm, abundant wildlife, woods, fields, pastures, and ponds. Conveniently located near area lakes and trails, about 20 miles from the nearest town.

2. Sunset Pines MN

34mi from Lake George · 71 sites · RVs, Lodging

Mike and Loellen discovered Ruttger’s Camping Resort in the winter of 2005 while driving around the area and scanning websites for trailers. We bought a trailer on a seasonal site and have thoroughly enjoyed our summers here ever since! Our sons grew up on the lake, boating and fishing and exploring the area and we have developed a wonderful lake-family. We have watched Bill and Candy Ruttger build the resort into the beautiful property that it is today and feel privileged to have the opportunity to now share it with you. Under our new ownership and with a new name, Sunset Pines MN in January 2023, we are eager to carry on the legacy created by our friends and mentors. We welcome you to enjoy our piece of “Up North” Minnesota lake-life with your family and friends, and don’t forget to enjoy a sunset or two! Mike & Loellen

3. Itasca State Park

239 sites · Lake George, Minnesota

Explore the wild headwaters of the Mississippi River at Minnesota’s oldest state park.

Electrical hookup

4. Two Inlets State Forest

14 sites · Osage, Minnesota

Discover the natural charm of Two Inlets State Forest.

5. La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

39 sites · Solway, Minnesota

Discover La Salle Lake State Recreation Area's natural splendor.

Electrical hookup

6. Chippewa National Forest

537 sites · Cass Lake, Minnesota

The Chippewa National Forest could easily be renamed to Chippewa National Lakes! The serene waters produce more wetlands and lakes than any other National Forest in the country. The Chippewa is a place of baptismal beauty and has been heralded in folk song classics for decades. Meander rivers, hike over 290 miles of trails, and cast away for a chance at muskie, walleye, northern pike, bass or sunfish. Rough-it-out in style at over 20 campgrounds that are located on lakeshores. At the end your day raise a cold one to Minnesota, she never disappoints!

Electrical hookup

7. Huntersville State Forest

78 sites · Nimrod, Minnesota

Discover the natural allure of Huntersville State Forest.

Public campgrounds near Lake George

Pine Ridge Campground

Pine Ridge Campground

11mi from Lake George · 158 sites · Tents, RVs · in Itasca State Park

We had a great time in The Clubhouse!

Bear Paw Campground

12mi from Lake George · 81 sites · Tents, RVs · in Itasca State Park

Hungryman Lake Campground

Hungryman Lake Campground

13mi from Lake George · 14 sites · in Two Inlets State Forest

LaSalle Lake Campground

LaSalle Lake Campground

14mi from Lake George · 39 sites · Tents, RVs · in La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

South Pike Bay Campground

South Pike Bay Campground

21mi from Lake George · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chippewa National Forest

Star Island Trail

Star Island Trail

24mi from Lake George · 1 site · in Chippewa National Forest

Stony Point Campground

Stony Point Campground

24mi from Lake George · 43 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chippewa National Forest

Cass Lake Loop Campground

Cass Lake Loop Campground

25mi from Lake George · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chippewa National Forest

Norway Beach Loop Campground

Norway Beach Loop Campground

25mi from Lake George · 29 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chippewa National Forest

Chippewa Loop Campground

Chippewa Loop Campground

26mi from Lake George · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chippewa National Forest

Wanaki Loop Campground

Wanaki Loop Campground

26mi from Lake George · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chippewa National Forest

Shell City Horse Campground

Shell City Horse Campground

27mi from Lake George · 35 sites · in Huntersville State Forest

Nearby public parks

Browse national and state parks near Lake George

Lake Itacsa Winter

Itasca State Park

Lake George, Minnesota

Two Inlets State Forest

Two Inlets State Forest

Osage, Minnesota

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

La Salle Lake State Recreation Area

Solway, Minnesota

Chippewa National Forest

Chippewa National Forest

Cass Lake, Minnesota

Huntersville State Forest

Huntersville State Forest

Nimrod, Minnesota

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Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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