Best camping near Hayward
13 campgrounds · 13 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Hayward, 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 13 of 13 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Ochee Yahola Campround
Good
11.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 85: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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#2
Silver Lake Park Campground
Good
15.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 85: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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#3
Silver Lake Park Campgrounds
Good
15.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 85: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
85Elite
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#4
Elk Creek Marsh WMA
Good
19.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 82: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#5
Myre - Big Island State Park
Good
4.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 76: live conditions (good) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#6
Backpack #4
Good
3.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 74: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#7
Backpack #5
Good
3.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 74: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#8
Backpack #3
Good
3.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 74: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#9
Backpack #2
Good
3.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 74: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#10
Backpack #1
Good
3.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 74: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#11
Gopher Stop Campground
Good
9.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 74: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#12
Otranto County Park Campground
Good
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Otranto County Park Campground is a popular camping area located in Otranto, Minnesota. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can…
Why 69: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
69Top-rated
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#13
Camping
Good
11.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°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 56: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
56Solid
Camping near Hayward
The Hayward area has 13 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 Hayward
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.