Campervan Sites Near Pelican Rapids, Minnesota: Best Pelican Rapids Campervan Sites 2025

Set up your campervan in Pelican Rapids and roll into over 340 options made for wheels and comfort. Sites here range from quiet lakeside pull-ins to spots on grassy bluffs, with prices starting at just $10 a night and an average of $40. Need a few pointers? Tumbleweed Base Camp (170 reviews) draws regulars for its wide-open spaces and reliable hookups, while Harvest Loon Camp (68 reviews) is a favorite for sunrise coffee by the water. Want something quieter? Wise Woods on Fool Lake (46 reviews) feels tucked away, with easy lake access. Bring your dog—most sites are pet-friendly. Toilets and trash bins come standard, and you’ll find horseback riding trails, wind sports, and even some quirky historic sites within striking distance. Park up, plug in, and get out there.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Set up your campervan in Pelican Rapids and roll into over 340 options made for wheels and comfort. Sites here range from quiet lakeside pull-ins to spots on grassy bluffs, with prices starting at just $10 a night and an average of $40. Need a few pointers? Tumbleweed Base Camp (170 reviews) draws regulars for its wide-open spaces and reliable hookups, while Harvest Loon Camp (68 reviews) is a favorite for sunrise coffee by the water. Want something quieter? Wise Woods on Fool Lake (46 reviews) feels tucked away, with easy lake access. Bring your dog—most sites are pet-friendly. Toilets and trash bins come standard, and you’ll find horseback riding trails, wind sports, and even some quirky historic sites within striking distance. Park up, plug in, and get out there.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Swan Lake Resort & Campground

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25mi from Pelican Rapids · 21 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Fergus Falls, MN

⛺️ Since 1949, we've been a family-operated resort & campground on Swan Lake in Fergus Falls, MN. We offer lakeside cabins, tent camping, and full hook-up, pull-through RV sites. Here, there is time to slow down, room to breathe, and lots to explore. 🏖️ Soak up the sun on the sandy beach, hike through the hidden trails, and take the pontoon out for a cruise. Be sure to turn the tech off and challenge a rival to ping pong, crack a cold one, and explore the water on stand-up paddleboard. 🍦 Bring the little ones and get messy at the arts & crafts table, catch a sunfish off the docks, and indulge in s’mores around the campfire. Don’t forget to show us what you got on the volleyball court and savor an ice cream at the camp store. Curl up in a hammock and get lost in a good book, smile at the flowers and gaze in awe at the night sky. Just be.

2. Four Leaf

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47mi from Pelican Rapids · 1 site · Tent, RV · Brandon, MN

Tucked away at the very end of a dead-end road, Four Leaf Campground offers a peaceful, private retreat on one of Minnesota’s quiet gems—Big Chippewa Lake. This one-acre slice of heaven boasts 400 feet of lakeshore and borders state land, giving you direct access to nature and unmatched seclusion. Set up your tent or park your RV beneath a canopy of mature trees that provide natural shade and a cool, relaxing atmosphere. With two private docks, you can fish right from shore or take your boat out—walleye are plentiful and the lake is perfect for a quiet morning cast or a sunset reel-in. While we don’t have hookups, well water, or septic, we offer something you won’t find at most campgrounds: privacy, beauty, and space to breathe. This spot is ideal for families, solo campers, or anyone looking to unplug and enjoy the simple joys of lakeside camping. Come experience the magic of Four Leaf Campground—where the only sounds you’ll hear are the breeze in the trees and the splash of fish on the line.

3. Doubting Thomas Farms

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45mi from Pelican Rapids · 2 sites · RVs · Moorhead, MN

We just rebooted since 2022! Call or txt us at arrival time as we are a real working farm. Dry camping. We are a sixth-generation family farm, deeply rooted in the land and home to a wide variety of wildlife. Certified in both water quality and organic practices, we are committed to sustainability through cover cropping and regenerative farming methods. Our farm grows rare tribal seeds, Row 7 seed varieties, and specialty grains sought after by some of the nation’s top award-winning chefs. We supply grains for artisan bread, bagel shops, and even the Japanese market. In addition, we offer consumer-ready pancake mixes, flours, and rolled oats. Our work has been featured on the Food Network and in national publications. Noreen, our lead farmer, was honored as the first woman to receive the University of Minnesota’s prestigious Siehl Lifetime Achievement Award. Come learn more about our land: This is a working organic farm with chickens, vegetables, and grains. You'll find wide open spaces, vibrant sunsets, a clear view of the stars at night, and a peaceful river nearby. Lots of area to walk, and fish or see the night sky. We also very close to Fargo, Nd and Moorhead, Mn about 12 miles. Lots to do there as well and we can share our favorite places.

4. The Hippie Hideaway Camp & Trails

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37mi from Pelican Rapids · 1 site · Tent, RV · Detroit Lakes, MN

Hi welcome to The Hippie Hideaway. Let me tell you a little bit about what you will get to enjoy. My main goal is for you to feel free, relaxed, and reenergized. You will have a huge open area for you and your family to enjoy spending time together without sharing your experience with strangers. You can enjoy the watching the northern lights and star gazing. We have about a mile of walking trails that whined around a few sloughs and into a prairie where you will see a variety of wildlife, butterflies, and native plants. Shell and Island Lake are both within a few miles, The Tamarac Refuge is also just a few miles away. The Smokey Hills and Two Inlets 4 wheeling trails are also close. and Itasca State Park is about a 45min drive. Our property offers several different landscapes perfect for pictures. We have a variety of animals that wonder onto our property including deer, bear, otters, and raccoons.

5. Maplewood RV Park and Camp

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11mi from Pelican Rapids · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Erhard, MN

Located SE of Maplewood State Park, this region is known for the distinct landscape formed from glacial till. Framed by natural forest, rolling hills, wetlands, and mature pines, this site provides the feeling of seclusion. Centrally located just minutes from large bodies of water such as Heilberg, Star, Lida, and Dead Lake.

Public campgrounds near Pelican Rapids

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Lake Lida Campground

5.7mi from Pelican Rapids · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Maplewood State Park

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Grass Lake Campground

7.6mi from Pelican Rapids · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Maplewood State Park

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Buffalo River Campground

27mi from Pelican Rapids · 45 sites · Tents, RVs · in Buffalo River State Park

Stories from the community

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William

3 weeks ago

19 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Doubting Thomas Farms

Noreen is a fabulous hostess and an interesting and socially committed individual. Her farm is beautiful and peaceful. We had a special and memorable stay!

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Derek

September 2025

32 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Swan Lake Resort & Campground

Swan Lake Resort and Campground was the perfect escape for our family. From the moment we arrived, the peaceful atmosphere wrapped around us — quiet mornings with birdsong, calm lake breezes, and spacious campsites that gave everyone room to breathe. One of the best parts was the uninterrupted stillness during the day and especially in the evenings. Thanks to the thoughtful layout and generously sized slots, there was very little noise or commotion from neighboring campers, which made it easy to truly relax. The staff were incredibly kind and attentive — when my son crashed his bike, they didn’t hesitate to help with his wounds, showing genuine care that meant a lot to us. Their flexibility with boat rentals was also a gift; they rolled with our shifting plans and even a last-minute cancellation when the kids hit a moody streak on our final day. We loved the honor-system store, where you could grab a snack or drink from the fridge or shelves and simply jot it down for later billing. It felt like a place built on trust and community. And scattered throughout the grounds were these amazing tree carvings — almost like totem poles — that added a touch of rustic artistry and whimsy to the landscape. This wasn’t just a campground — it was a place where we felt cared for, connected, and free to enjoy the simple joy. We will definitely be going back.

Mary and Dan

September 2025

17 ft travel trailer

1 night at Swan Lake Resort & Campground

Wonderful campground with amazing amenity and game room.

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Patrick

September 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Hippie Hideaway Camp & Trails

We spent 3 nights here. It was quite, and very private. This site was perfect for our weekend plans. We traveled to Itasca State Park, and the Detroit Lakes area.

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Nickolis

September 2025

20 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Swan Lake Resort & Campground

It was nice and quite had a couple of very relaxing days. The bathrooms where always clean and plenty of activities to keep you busy if you wanted to be!

Catherine

August 2025

25 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at Swan Lake Resort & Campground

Don't attempt to stay here for one night. Stay for AT LEAST a week! It is a beautiful spot, so much attention to detail has been put into this place. A game room, a fitness path, a BEAUTIFUL beach! So much to do for everyone!

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Michael

August 2025

Tent

6 nights at The Hippie Hideaway Camp & Trails

I was so sad I had to cut my trip short for family reasons. I was scheduled to stay six nights. I had the best time. A completely new camping experience for me. One site. Thirty-six acres. All mine. All to yourself. One fire pit. One picnic table. Who does this? Lisa and her husband do. They could fit ten more sites on their property if they wanted, but they know the value of this once in a lifetime. It was quiet. Peaceful. Beautiful. I saw Lisa on the first day. She welcomed me with a smile on a quad. But she was always in touch and she responded quickly to my questions. I liked that her roosters woke me up every morning. I regret not going on the trail. But with so much space I was able to shank a few golf balls into the field with my nine iron. This may be your only chance to get a slight idea of what Henry David Thoreau at Walden felt like. It’s different. WELL worth the fee. And you’ll come away feeling better about pretty much everything.

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Stephanie

August 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Four Leaf

Nice open area that is pretty private. There is only a neighbor on one side. There is a private dock and beach area. The lake is pretty weedy and not great for swimming though.

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Ned

July 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Doubting Thomas Farms

this is a great place to stop on a long drive! very pretty. porta potty available. quiet.

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David

July 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Doubting Thomas Farms

Noreen is an amazing woman and host! We had a lovely stay at her farm and had great conversations with her. The property was well shaded and included an outhouse. We will definitely stay again if we pass back through the area!

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Helen

July 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Doubting Thomas Farms

We loved our experience at Doubting Thomas! Noreen was an excellent host, very welcoming and super engaging. We really enjoyed hearing about her work and the farm and got excellent recommendations for fun things to do during our visit to Fargo. The spot is beautiful, excellent star-gazing at night, and fun to see the chickens running around. We will definitely be back on our next trip up there!

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james

July 2025

Tent

3 nights at Four Leaf

I was very happy with the campsite, plenty of room, however the docking area needs work to dock your boat! There was one thing that irritated me was the bowling fisherman at 12:00 am with outrageous spot lights, upon review of rules they are braking the law ! Absolutely no fault of land owener!! Only 1 night thankfully! Great direction ,good neighbors. I would recommend it for more people, and I will surely be back if the landing is fixed! Great weekend and very happy! Thank you Melissa

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Julianne

June 2025

23 ft Class C

1 night at Doubting Thomas Farms

Beautiful! Gracious host. Wanted to see the stars but we had thunderstorms so…. I guess … I’ll have to go back 😊. Noreen so kind —-farm fresh eggs. Even told us about a door to the basement just in case storms were severe. And we learned some things about plants. Going home to plant red clover. Thx

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Donnie

June 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Doubting Thomas Farms

Noreen was a WONDERFUL host! She welcomed us with a dozen eggs accompanied by her guardian dog, Max (who is super friendly as well!). She helped us get settled, had a clean Porto potty, educated some on her farming practices, and pointed us in a good direction to stretch our legs after the long drive. Definitely recommend!

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Andy

June 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Four Leaf

Host is very accommodating, we had an to rebook last minute due to weather conditions. Host was understanding, supportive and was quick to respond. We are looking forward to actually getting to spend time on the property!

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Diane

June 2025

32 ft Class C

2 nights at Doubting Thomas Farms

Noreen was an amazing hostess. The area is a beautiful working farm with a friendly farm dog and chickens running around. Nice shaded area. Amazingly quiet and with a nice sky at night. Noreen even brought us fresh eggs and homemade bread.

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Mercedes

June 2025

Tent

Group trip

2 nights at Four Leaf

We tent camped on Melissa’s property and we had an amazing time. There were 2 docks to fish off of and Melissa was very responsive whenever we had questions.

Tanya

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Maplewood RV Park and Camp

I loved tent camping with my young children here! The hidden seclusion of this site was wonderful. The bathroom was in easy reach though not right next to the spot. The rock bed around the fire entertained children for hours. I did have to follow the instructions with some faith to find the spot, it's very hidden and no gravel road. If my tent wasn't so huge you'd never have known we were there. Grass was clean and soft for putting up the tent. Heard frogs all night and birds all morning.

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Emma

June 2025

18 ft travel trailer

1 night at Doubting Thomas Farms

Such a lovely stay! Beautiful farm lands and felt very safe. Noreen was such a sweet host that went above and beyond with welcoming us, showing us around the farm, and giving us some delicious fresh home baked bread with organic farm fresh eggs for breakfast. What a treat this stay was. Highly recommend!

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Anthony

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Maplewood RV Park and Camp

Awesome little getaway close to Maplewood State Park, perfect for our small little family. Appreciate the privacy, though it is a bit closer to the residence than maybe depicted, still an awesome night. Thistle in and around the fire pit was kinda nasty, but a quick cleanup. Firewood is listed as an amenity, however after purchase- no wood was available. Overall, great little site for a quick trip! Thanks Chad