Best camping near Hayward
13 campgrounds · 13 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · 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
Elk Creek Marsh WMA
Prime
19.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 75: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
75Top-rated
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#2
Silver Lake Park Campground
Prime
15.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 74: live conditions (prime) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#3
Silver Lake Park Campgrounds
Prime
15.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 74: live conditions (prime) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#4
Ochee Yahola Campround
Prime
11.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 70: live conditions (prime) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#5
Backpack #4
Prime
3.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#6
Backpack #5
Prime
3.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#7
Backpack #3
Prime
3.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#8
Backpack #2
Prime
3.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#9
Backpack #1
Prime
3.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#10
Myre - Big Island State Park
Prime
4.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#11
Otranto County Park Campground
Prime
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 63: live conditions (prime) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
63Solid
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#12
Gopher Stop Campground
Prime
9.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 75°F· No active weather warnings
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 58: live conditions (prime) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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#13
Camping
Prime
11.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Comfortable day · high 74°F· No active weather warnings
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 58: live conditions (prime) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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.