Best camping near Apple Valley
10 campgrounds · 10 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Apple Valley, 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 10 of 10 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lebanon Hills Regional Park
Good
2.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Lebanon Hills Regional Park camping area is located in Eagan, Minnesota, and is surrounded by beautiful views of rolling hills and scenic lakes. Nearby points of interest include…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 463 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Lebanon Hills Campground
Good
2.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Lebanon Hills Campground is situated in the gorgeous Minnesota River Valley, encompassing over 2,000 acres of woodlands, lakes, and hills. The campground offers breathtaking views…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 466 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
kestrel
Good
9.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Kestrel Campground in Minnesota’s Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest offers 5 established, first-come, first-served campsites (no reservations needed) with no fees or…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 288 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
Good
19.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Minnesota. This picturesque park offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 112 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Cleary Lake Regional Park
Good
10.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Cleary Lake Regional Park in Minnesota offers 50 campsites for tents and RVs, all with electric hookups. There are nearby activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking trails…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 361 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
bluebird
Good
10.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Located in the heart of Minnesota's scenic Northwoods, Bluebird Campground offers breathtaking views of the surrounding forest and waterways. The area boasts a variety of outdoor…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 258 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Cardinal
Good
10.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Cardinal Camping Area is a first-come, first-served campground located in Minnesota's Chippewa National Forest. The area offers stunning views of the forest and nearby Lake…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 258 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
chickadee
Good
10.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Chickadee Camping Area in Minnesota offers 47 first-come-first-serve campsites. The campground is located on the shores of Cass Lake, providing beautiful lake views and easy…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 256 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
goldfinch
Good
10.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Goldfinch Campground, nestled in Minnesota’s scenic Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, offers 8 rustic, first-come, first-served campsites—no reservations or permits…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 259 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Lake Byllesby Regional Park
Good
19.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Lake Byllesby Regional Park is a popular camping destination located in Minnesota. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. It provides 57…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Apple Valley
The Apple Valley area has 10 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 Apple Valley
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.