Best camping near Albert Lea
14 campgrounds · 14 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Albert Lea, Minnesota — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 14 of 14 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Myre - Big Island State Park
Fair
2.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Myre - Big Island State Park, located in the state of Minnesota, offers a delightful camping experience amidst natural beauty. The campground provides a range of amenities to…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Backpack #3
Fair
2.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Backpack #3 camping area, located in the state of Minnesota, offers a range of amenities to cater to campers' needs. The campground provides various facilities, including…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Backpack #4
Fair
2.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
The Backpack #4 camping area in Minnesota is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful camping experience. This campground offers a range of amenities to make…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Backpack #5
Fair
2.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Backpack #5 camping area is located in Minnesota and offers a range of amenities for campers. It provides spacious campsites with fire rings and picnic tables, allowing for a…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Ochee Yahola Campround
Fair
12.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Ochee Yahola Campground, located in the state of Minnesota, is a scenic camping area that offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides facilities such…
Why 100: 25 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Silver Lake Park Campground
Fair
13.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Silver Lake Park Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. Situated in a serene natural setting, it offers a range of amenities to make your camping…
Why 100: 25 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Silver Lake Park Campgrounds
Fair
13.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Silver Lake Park Campgrounds is located in the state of Iowa and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides a variety of camping options, including tent and…
Why 100: 25 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Elk Creek Marsh WMA
Fair
18.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Elk Creek Marsh WMA in Iowa offers primitive, dispersed camping—no established campsites or reservations required. Camping is free, but campers must follow Iowa DNR wildlife area…
Why 100: 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Dahle County Park
Fair
18.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Dahle County Park is a popular camping area located in Iowa, offering a serene and picturesque setting for campers to enjoy. The campground provides several amenities to enhance…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Backpack #1
Fair
2.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Backpack #1 camping area, located in Minnesota, offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides picnic tables, fire pits, and clean restroom facilities, ensuring…
Why 95: 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Backpack #2
Fair
2.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Backpack #2 camping area is located in the state of Minnesota and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets for…
Why 95: 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
KOA Kampground
Fair
7.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
KOA Kampground is an RV park located near Albert Lea in southern Minnesota. The campground caters to RV travelers exploring the region's lakes and outdoor recreation…
Why 90: 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Gopher Stop Campground
Fair
7.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Gopher Stop Campground in Minnesota offers established campsites with full RV hookups and tent camping; no dispersed camping is available. Reservations are recommended, especially…
Why 75: 15 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Camping
Fair
16.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 86°F
The camping area in Minnesota is a breathtaking escape from the city life, offering picturesque views of forests and lakes. With hiking, fishing, and boating activities nearby…
Why 50: 10 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Albert Lea
The Albert Lea area has 14 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Albert Lea
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.