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Prairie Creek Campground

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349 reviews

· Nerstrand, Rice, Minnesota

60 acres hosted by Stephen S.

4 tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in Minnesota: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

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Hello 2025, Camping Season is Here! Pitch your tent at one of our Walk-In campsites on 60 acres of forest or hilltop prairie along Prairie Creek in Rice County, MN. Explore the creeks, trails, forest, our enormous granite "split rock", a 60 acre county park featuring waterfalls and trails, including a single track mountain bike trail. That's 120 acres of exploring outside your tent; this campground truly offers a large amount of remote forest for recreation right on site. Big Woods State Park is less than 2 miles away. Faribault is 8 miles and Northfield is 9 miles from our driveway; they offer dining, boutiques, and all other amenities. Nerstrand is 4.5 miles east and has a gas station and a fantastic meat market. Numerous Cannon River put-ins are within 10 miles. Vehicles: Our main parking area by sites 1, 2, & 3 is easily accessible. The road to the secondary parking area beside site 4 is up a steep gravel road (but it is accessible). We do not have firewood available at the campground; please plan ahead to bring firewood with you. Sites are priced for one tent, please let us know if you need to have more than one tent. Kids under 16 camping with their parents do not count in pricing. A map of the land is in the photos and shows locations of sites, parking and more. All Sites are Walk-In! We have a cart you may use to haul gear in. This campground is managed by Stephen and Molly on land owned by them and their father Ted. In 1961, Ted's parents bought this farm. In addition to farming they also operated a trail riding stable here. Over the years, the arable land has been sold, but we retained the wooded areas which are twice crossed by creeks. About 25 years ago, a 60 acre county park bordering the south and west sides of our land was created. We are very excited to host campers as a way to preserve and share this beautiful property.

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Forest

River, stream, or creek

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Tent sites 4 sites

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Site 1 - Creek Side

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Tent site · Sleeps 6

Site 1 overlooks the creek. Approximately 150 feet from main parking area. Steel fire ring with grill grate and picnic table. Room for up to 2 tents (unless they are huge!). Easy access to privy, water, trails, waterfalls, split rock, & creek.

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Site 3 - Creek View

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Tent site · Sleeps 6

About 300 feet from parking area. Set right beside the babbling creek with a beautiful view from the fire ring. Steel fire ring and grill grate and picnic table. Room for multiple tents. Easy access to privy, water, trails, waterfalls, split rock, & creek.

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Site 2 - In the Pines

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Tent site · Sleeps 6

Nestled in the pine trees, this site has room for a tent and numerous hammock spots. About 200 feet from the parking area. Steel fire ring with steel grill grate and picnic table. Easy access to privy, water, trails, waterfalls, split rock, & creek.

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Site 4 - Hilltop

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Tent site · Sleeps 6

Site 4 is on the hilltop with great views off the night sky. There is room for multiple tents or hammocks. This site has a parking area at the site; there is NOT room to park a trailer. Steel fire ring, grill grate, and a picnic table. Easy access to split rock and park trails leading to the waterfall; this site is further from the privy.

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99% Recommend775 ratings · 349 reviews

Camping on Stephen's land offers a serene and private experience with a calming creek and well-spaced campsites. Many campers appreciated the site's cleanliness and the wagon provided for transporting gear. The nearby trails leading to a waterfall and split rock were a highlight for adventurers. Stephen, the host, was frequently noted for his friendliness and helpfulness, enhancing the overall camping experience.

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Carson S.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

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Site 4 - Hilltop

A beautiful secluded spot! Great for any adventurer.

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Miska A.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Tent ·

Site 4 - Hilltop

Such a beautiful and private campsite with a trail leading to a waterfall.

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Amanda W.

2 reviews

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· May 2025

Serene place for relaxation

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Site 3 - Creek View

Beautiful property - babbling brook with the sound of a crackling fire cannot be beat! We had such a peaceful, fun time hiking around the property one night and the next day at nerstrand big woods! Visit the nerstrand waterfall and wade in for a refreshing dip after your hike. Our dog loves being able to soak her paws in the creek. Stephen welcomed us upon arrival and made sure we knew where things were. The outhouse is a little bit of a walk but really not a big deal compared to the beautiful and serene peacefulness this site brings.

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Rhys F.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

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Site 3 - Creek View

A gorgeous quiet and private site right on the creek. Loved having access to hiking trails right on the property. Can’t wait to return again soon!

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Jacklyn D.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

So peaceful ✌️

Tent · With kids ·

Site 1 - Creek Side

Awesome campsite! Very spacious, felt private. Hearing the creek throughout the stay was so peaceful. The host was great, stopped in to greet us and let us know where everything was. Would definitely recommend, and would definitely stay again :) Thanks!

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Donna J.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Site 4 - Hilltop

Clean, quiet, peaceful. Stephen great explaining the area and what to see.

Location

Nerstrand, Rice, Minnesota, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking