Best camping near Hovland
35 campgrounds · 35 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Hovland, 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 35 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Elbow Lake (Gunflint)
Prime
15.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
Elbow Lake (Gunflint) in Illinois offers dispersed camping only—no established campsites—so no reservations or fees are required. A free permit from the Illinois Department of…
Why 86: live conditions (prime) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#2
Northern Light Lake
Good
11.8 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Mild day · high 65°F· No active weather warnings
Northern Light Lake camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Illinois. This camping ground offers a range of amenities to make the camping experience…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#3
Kimball Lake
Prime
12.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
Kimball Lake Campground in Minnesota’s Superior National Forest offers 10 established campsites (no dispersed camping) nestled in a quiet, forested setting beside a small lake…
Why 82: live conditions (prime) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#4
Kimball Lake Campground
Prime
12.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
Kimball Lake Campground in Illinois offers established campsites within the forested terrain of Trail of Tears State Forest. Reservations are not required; sites are first-come…
Why 82: live conditions (prime) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#5
South Carlson Pond
Good
3.0 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Mild day · high 66°F· No active weather warnings
South Carlson Pond camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Illinois. This camping area offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for…
Why 79: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#6
West Devil Track
Prime
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
West Devil Track camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Illinois. It offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of campers. The campground…
Why 80: live conditions (prime) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
East Devil Track
Prime
17.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
East Devil Track in Illinois does not refer to a known designated campground; however, Devil’s Backbone Park near Grand Tower, IL, along the Mississippi River, offers a comparable…
Why 80: live conditions (prime) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
80Elite
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#8
North Carlson Pond
Good
3.2 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Mild day · high 66°F· No active weather warnings
North Carlson Pond camping area is located in the state of Tennessee and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides basic facilities such as picnic tables…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#9
Woodland Caribou Pond
Good
4.2 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Mild day · high 66°F· No active weather warnings
Woodland Caribou Pond camping area, located in the state of Tennessee, offers a serene and picturesque wilderness experience for campers. The campground provides a range of…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#10
Portage camp site
Good
4.8 mi away
· Cool night · low 43°F· Mild day · high 66°F· No active weather warnings
Portage Camp Site is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Illinois. Offering a range of amenities, this campground provides a comfortable and enjoyable experience…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#11
Kadunce River
Prime
11.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
Note: The Kadunce River is located in Minnesota, not Illinois. Assuming you're referring to the Kadunce River area near Grand Marais, MN: The Kadunce River area in Minnesota…
Why 78: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#12
West Fork of the Kadunce
Prime
12.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
Located in the state of Illinois, the West Fork Of The Kadunce camping area offers a serene and picturesque getaway for nature enthusiasts. This campground provides a range of…
Why 78: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#13
Kimball Creek
Prime
13.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
Kimball Creek in Illinois offers primitive, dispersed camping—no established campsites, reservations, or fees are required. Located in the Shawnee National Forest, it provides a…
Why 78: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#14
East Twin Lake
Good
18.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Mild day · high 65°F· No active weather warnings
East Twin Lake in Iowa offers established campsites at the East Twin Park Campground, managed by Pocahontas County. Reservations are not required—sites are first-come…
Why 79: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#15
Cliff Creek
Prime
14.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Mild day · high 57°F· No active weather warnings
Located in the Shawnee National Forest, Cliff Creek camping area offers stunning views of the surrounding forest and limestone bluffs. The area is popular for hiking, fishing, and…
Why 78: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
Camping near Hovland
The Hovland area has 35 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 Hovland
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