Best camping near North Mankato
15 campgrounds · 15 ranked · updated 2026-08-03 · off-season
Explore the best camping near North Mankato, 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 15 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Minneopa State Park
Marginal
3.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Minneopa State Park, located in the state of Minnesota, offers a wonderful camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides various amenities to make visitors'…
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#2
Land of Memories City Park
Marginal
4.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Land of Memories City Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Minnesota. Situated in the city of Mankato, this campground offers a range of amenities to ensure…
Why 100: 37 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Rapidan Dam County Park
Marginal
8.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Rapidan Dam County Park is located in the state of Minnesota and offers a serene camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground boasts several amenities to enhance…
Why 100: 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Rapidan Dam Co Park
Marginal
8.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Rapidan Dam Co Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Minnesota. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. The site…
Why 100: 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Lake Washington Park
Fair
10.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
Lake Washington Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Minnesota. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. The…
Why 100: 51 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Riverside Park - St Peter
Marginal
10.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Riverside Park - St Peter camping area, located in the state of Minnesota, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides access to beautiful scenery…
Why 100: 47 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Riverside City Park
Marginal
10.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Riverside City Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Minnesota. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campground…
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#8
Shady Oaks Garden City- Blue Earth County Fairgrounds
Marginal
12.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Shady Oaks Garden City-Blue Earth County Fairgrounds camping area is located in the beautiful state of Minnesota. This camping area offers a range of amenities to make your stay…
Why 100: 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Bray County Park Campground
Marginal
14.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Bray County Park Campground in Minnesota boasts stunning views of Lake Superior and offers a range of nearby activities including hiking, fishing, and beachcombing. The campground…
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#10
Bray County Park
Marginal
15.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Bray County Park Camping Area in Minnesota is a scenic and serene destination for campers. Surrounded by a beautiful lake and lush greenery, the park offers breathtaking views of…
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#11
Finstad's Oak Haven Campground
Marginal
18.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Finstad's Oak Haven Campground is an RV park located near Mankato in southern Minnesota. The facility caters to recreational vehicle campers in the region. The area experiences…
Why 100: 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Flandrau State Park
Fair
19.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°F
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…
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#13
Le Sueur Landing
Fair
19.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
Le Sueur Landing Camping Area is located in Minnesota, boasting stunning views of the Minnesota River Valley. The area offers a range of nearby points of interest, including…
Why 100: 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Flandrau State Park- Non-Electric Campground
Fair
19.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°F
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 100: 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Flandrau State Park- Rustic Campground
Fair
19.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 89°F
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 100: 22 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near North Mankato
The North Mankato area has 15 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 North Mankato
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.
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Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.