Best camping near Fairfax
22 campgrounds · 22 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Fairfax, 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 15 of 22 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Sportsman Park - Sleepy Eye
Good
14.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Sportsman Park - Sleepy Eye camping area, located in the state of Minnesota, is a picturesque destination for campers seeking a tranquil getaway. This camping area offers a range…
Why 79: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#2
Flandrau State Park
Good
19.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Flandrau State Park in Minnesota offers established campsites, including drive-in, walk-in, and group sites—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended via the Minnesota…
Why 80: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Sleepy Eye Campground
Good
14.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Sleepy Eye Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Minnesota. This campground offers a range of amenities to provide visitors with a comfortable and…
Why 79: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#4
Flandrau State Park- Rustic Campground
Good
19.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Flandrau State Park’s Rustic Campground in Minnesota offers established, non-electric campsites nestled in a quiet, wooded setting. Reservations are recommended via the Minnesota…
Why 78: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#5
Flandrau State Park- Non-Electric Campground
Good
19.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Flandrau State Park’s Non-Electric Campground in Minnesota offers established campsites (no dispersed camping) nestled in a scenic, wooded valley near the Cottonwood River…
Why 78: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#6
Kettner's Landing - DNR
Good
6.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Kettner's Landing – DNR in Minnesota offers primitive, first-come, first-served dispersed riverbank camping—no established campsites, reservations, or fees. Access is by boat only…
Why 72: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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#7
Clear Lake Co Park
Good
10.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Clear Lake Co Park in Minnesota offers scenic views of the lake and surrounding woods, as well as hiking and fishing opportunities. The campground has 59 sites, some with electric…
Why 72: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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#8
Clear Lake Park
Good
10.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Clear Lake Park Camping Area in Minnesota offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding woods. The nearby activities include fishing, boating, hiking, and biking. The…
Why 72: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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#9
Walk-in Campsites
Good
4.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Walk-In Campsites is a popular camping area located in the state of Minnesota. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping…
Why 70: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#10
Creekside Campground
Good
4.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Creekside Campground, located in Minnesota, offers a wonderful outdoor experience for campers. This campground provides a range of amenities to make your stay comfortable and…
Why 70: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#11
Rustic Campground
Good
4.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Rustic Campground, located in the state of Minnesota, offers a serene camping experience for nature lovers. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, this campground provides a…
Why 70: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#12
Fort Ridgely State Park
Good
5.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Fort Ridgely State Park in Minnesota offers established drive-in and walk-in campsites, plus a group site—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended via the Minnesota DNR…
Why 70: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#13
Mack Lake Co Park
Good
6.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Mack Lake County Park camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Minnesota. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping…
Why 68: live conditions (good) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#14
Mack Lake County Park
Good
6.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Mack Lake County Park is a delightful camping area located in Minnesota, offering a range of amenities that cater to campers' needs. The campground provides spacious and…
Why 68: live conditions (good) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#15
Franklin city Campground- Ball Park
Good
8.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Franklin City Campground – Ball Park in Franklin, Minnesota offers established campsites adjacent to the city’s baseball park in a quiet, small-town setting. No reservations or…
Why 66: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
66Top-rated
Camping near Fairfax
The Fairfax area has 22 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 Fairfax
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?
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