97% (233) • 32 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Pillager
RV There Yet Campground
1. RV There Yet Campground
98%
(29)
41mi from Pillager · 19 sites · RVs
The 80-acre property is carved out of a Norway pine plantation. Sites are approximately 10,000 square ft. in size with about 50 ft. of trees between each site for semi-privacy. We have tried to maintain a balance of nature while making the sites as RV friendly as possible. Although the property is located in the country, it is located along a state highway for easy access and there are three towns and many amenities and recreational venues within 15 minutes drive. Currently no hook-ups, but there is a yard hydrant and dump station. There are also portable restrooms on site.
Pets
from
$20
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East Lake Ranch
2. East Lake Ranch
96%
(57)
49mi from Pillager · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our land is very special with positive energy vibes.
If you're looking for a relaxing place to watch the diamonds dance on the lake, listen to the birds sing and watch the butterflies flutter about in the meadow, you'll instantly start to relax.
Learn more about this land:
We offer TWO campsites, Meadow and Oak which you drive right up to!
Meadow is in an open meadow hill alongside forest and wetland, situated next to West Lake with dock access. Paddle to Waukenabo Lake through the channel. View the eagle's nest. Campfire ring in this site.
Oak is secluded and right on West Lake. Campfire ring in this site.
From Meadow and OAK, you have easy access [5-minute walk] to the outhouse called the "Scheissplatz" known as the cleanest and cutest in Aitkin County. Fresh well water available to all campers. Bring your container sto fill up. Wood can be gathered from the forest floor or any dead tree branches. No cutting of live trees. Do NOT peel the birch bark from live trees! You may bring your own wood as long as you burn it all up.
You can walk to the our pole shed, "Steinbeck" and pet the animals. We have a horse "Buddy", donkey "Archer", two goats "Frank and Randy", five sheep "Lorraine, Mabel, and Princess Mary Margaret just to name a few! We have 9 egg laying hens named "The Ladies", and our Brittany Spaniel dog., "Benji." You can hike through the woods. We are situated in 174 acres and adjacent to state forest land. The loons call in the evening and life is good relaxing at East Lake Ranch. Great first time experience for kids.
Learn about our protected shoreline by clicking: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/woodlands/harvesting-wild-rice.html
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$39
/ night
Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
3. Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
100%
(7)
3.5mi from Pillager · 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
4. Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land
94%
(211)
29mi from Pillager · 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% (233) • 32 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Pillager
RV There Yet Campground
1. RV There Yet Campground
98%
(29)
41mi from Pillager · 19 sites · RVs
The 80-acre property is carved out of a Norway pine plantation. Sites are approximately 10,000 square ft. in size with about 50 ft. of trees between each site for semi-privacy. We have tried to maintain a balance of nature while making the sites as RV friendly as possible. Although the property is located in the country, it is located along a state highway for easy access and there are three towns and many amenities and recreational venues within 15 minutes drive. Currently no hook-ups, but there is a yard hydrant and dump station. There are also portable restrooms on site.
Pets
from
$20
/ night
East Lake Ranch
2. East Lake Ranch
96%
(57)
49mi from Pillager · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our land is very special with positive energy vibes.
If you're looking for a relaxing place to watch the diamonds dance on the lake, listen to the birds sing and watch the butterflies flutter about in the meadow, you'll instantly start to relax.
Learn more about this land:
We offer TWO campsites, Meadow and Oak which you drive right up to!
Meadow is in an open meadow hill alongside forest and wetland, situated next to West Lake with dock access. Paddle to Waukenabo Lake through the channel. View the eagle's nest. Campfire ring in this site.
Oak is secluded and right on West Lake. Campfire ring in this site.
From Meadow and OAK, you have easy access [5-minute walk] to the outhouse called the "Scheissplatz" known as the cleanest and cutest in Aitkin County. Fresh well water available to all campers. Bring your container sto fill up. Wood can be gathered from the forest floor or any dead tree branches. No cutting of live trees. Do NOT peel the birch bark from live trees! You may bring your own wood as long as you burn it all up.
You can walk to the our pole shed, "Steinbeck" and pet the animals. We have a horse "Buddy", donkey "Archer", two goats "Frank and Randy", five sheep "Lorraine, Mabel, and Princess Mary Margaret just to name a few! We have 9 egg laying hens named "The Ladies", and our Brittany Spaniel dog., "Benji." You can hike through the woods. We are situated in 174 acres and adjacent to state forest land. The loons call in the evening and life is good relaxing at East Lake Ranch. Great first time experience for kids.
Learn about our protected shoreline by clicking: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/woodlands/harvesting-wild-rice.html
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$39
/ night
Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
3. Lake Placid Family Reunion Camp
100%
(7)
3.5mi from Pillager · 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
4. Cuyuna/Mississippi River Land
94%
(211)
29mi from Pillager · 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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Michael
November 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
The campground has really nice and private spots. Really enjoyed our stay!
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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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Cheryl
October 2025
Tent
It was a beautiful site, well kept and the entire ranch was beautiful. The land owners were welcoming and kind, and it was just phenomenal.
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steve
October 2025
35 ft fifth wheel
It's quiet at this location, and it feels remote -- even though you don't have to rough it to get there. We come here with a 35' 5th wheel; not a problem. Great view of an almost private lake, and great access. Jake and Amy are super friendly, but they never get in your hair. Love the farm animals. Fun to call them by their names and get close to them. We've been here before and will probably return.
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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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Duane
September 2025
45 ft travel trailer
With pets
Always looking for secluded camps near water where our 2 dogs can run and this place checks all the boxes!! Oak site is tucked into the trees and leaves you feeling like you are living on the frontier. (Note-best for camper vans/teardrop trailers. Larger trailers have to back down hill and then doors are facing away from lake). Meadow site best for larger rigs, not shaded but has better breezes and lake views. Great stargazing site, Milky Way was visible during our visit. Highly recommend a stay-several days at least just to unwind. ATT-2 bars if you can’t live without your phone
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Sloane
September 2025
12 ft travel trailer
We camped with our teardrop camper and this was the perfect spot for us! It was so peaceful and beautiful with access to the lake, fire pit, and being visited by the donkey and horse throughout our stay :) we will definitely be back!
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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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Mike
August 2025
Tent
Secluded and peaceful camping spot with a little bit of magic. I hope to return next year.
Hosts were great! Good conversations and very helpful with my plans. Thank you Jake and Amy.
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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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Morgan
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
We tent camped in the meadow at East Lake Ranch. There was so much room, the property was so clean and well taken care of. One of the better parts was the abundance of animals not only with their small farm but the eagles on the property as well. One mega plus for me, was the fresh COLD well water. It was convenient and delicious. We are definitely considering booking a second trip. It would be so fun to book out both campsites with family and friends as they are separate but different and close enough to enjoy each others company!
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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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