Camping
One-of-a-Kind Camping Adventures
Minnesota is full of unforgettable campsites where you can fall asleep under a stellar night sky and wake to the sound of loons.
From sleeping in a tent on a remote Boundary Waters lake to renting an RV or staying in a yurt, camper cabin or covered wagon, camping is the ideal way to reconnect with nature and explore this spring and summer—and Minnesota is the ideal place to go exploring.
Camping in the Boundary Waters is an annual tradition for countless families
A woman leans against her RV to enjoy a morning cup of coffee while basking in the forest scenery / Andrey Armyagov - stock.adobe.com
Cuyuna is one of three Minnesota State Parks where campers can stay in a yurt
There are nearly 2,200 peaceful, secluded campsites in the Boundary Waters
Camping with dogs in the Superior National Forest / Alyssa Hei
Bike tour America's most legendary waterway on the Mississippi River Trail / Min Enterprises
A moose in the mist near Grand Marais / Travis Novitsky
Head down the limestone staircase to view Minneopa Falls / Jim Henderson
Dark skies over the Boundary Waters / Credit: Paul Vincent
Where to Go Camping
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An evening campfire in the Boundary Waters as the northern lights glimmer above / Gary Hamer
Accessible primarily by canoe, the Boundary Waters is a vast and remote camping destination famous for its world-class paddling, stargazing and more.
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Mother and daughter hiking to Split Rock Lighthouse on Lake Superior in the Spring/Summer
The iconic coastline of Lake Superior is one of Minnesota's most rugged and beautiful camping destinations. Pack your tent and experience its grandeur at these North Shore state parks.
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For a unique and memorable camping experience, reserve a yurt at one of three Minnesota State Parks
On the wild and scenic St. Croix River, Afton offers a rustic camping experience that's just half an hour away from the Twin Cities.
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Scenic overlooks provide majestic Mississippi River vistas at Great River Bluffs State Park / Zane Spang
High above the Mississippi River in southern Minnesota, this aptly named state park is ideal for camping, hiking and breathtaking river views.
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People canoeing and kayaking on the St. Croix River at Interstate State Park
Secluded campsites along the St. Croix River just a short walk away from downtown Taylors Falls. Considered one of the best places for kayaking and canoeing in the country.
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Take in the stellar night sky views while camping at Split Rock Creek State Park in southwestern Minnesota / Dave Bellis
Go camping in the tallgrass prairie near Pipestone National Monument, a sacred Native American site in the southwest corner of Minnesota.
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Walk across the Mississippi River in Itasca State Park
Home of the Mississippi Headwaters, Itasca is a popular camping destination with plenty of options from backpacking sites to camper cabins and historic lodges.
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