Best camping near Saint Paul
15 campgrounds · 15 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Saint Paul, 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
Afton State Park
Good
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Afton State Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Minnesota. The campground offers several amenities to enhance the camping experience. There are a total of 28…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 143 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Afton State Park Back Country Campground
Good
18.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Afton State Park Back Country Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Wisconsin. This campground offers a rustic experience for campers seeking a peaceful…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 152 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Afton State Park River Side
Good
18.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Afton State Park's River Side camping area in Wisconsin offers campers a serene outdoor experience with various amenities. The campground provides 42 sites, each equipped with a…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 146 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
Good
19.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Minnesota. This picturesque park offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 112 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Lake Elmo County Park Preserve
Good
11.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Lake Elmo County Park Preserve is a beautiful camping area located in Minnesota. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campground provides…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 278 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Lebanon Hills Campground
Good
12.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Lebanon Hills Campground is situated in the gorgeous Minnesota River Valley, encompassing over 2,000 acres of woodlands, lakes, and hills. The campground offers breathtaking views…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 466 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Lebanon Hills Regional Park
Good
13.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Lebanon Hills Regional Park camping area is located in Eagan, Minnesota, and is surrounded by beautiful views of rolling hills and scenic lakes. Nearby points of interest include…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 463 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
kestrel
Good
14.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Kestrel Campground in Minnesota’s Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest offers 5 established, first-come, first-served campsites (no reservations needed) with no fees or…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 288 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park
Good
15.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Rice Creek Chain Of Lakes Regional Park camping area in Minnesota offers a serene and picturesque setting for campers. The campground provides a range of amenities to enhance the…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 374 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
goldfinch
Good
15.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Goldfinch Campground, nestled in Minnesota’s scenic Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, offers 8 rustic, first-come, first-served campsites—no reservations or permits…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 259 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
bluebird
Good
15.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Located in the heart of Minnesota's scenic Northwoods, Bluebird Campground offers breathtaking views of the surrounding forest and waterways. The area boasts a variety of outdoor…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 258 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Cardinal
Good
15.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Cardinal Camping Area is a first-come, first-served campground located in Minnesota's Chippewa National Forest. The area offers stunning views of the forest and nearby Lake…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 258 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
chickadee
Good
15.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Chickadee Camping Area in Minnesota offers 47 first-come-first-serve campsites. The campground is located on the shores of Cass Lake, providing beautiful lake views and easy…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 256 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Bunker Hills Regional Park
Good
19.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Bunker Hills Regional Park in Minnesota features 48 campsites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground offers amenities like showers, restrooms, and…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 376 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Bunker Hills Campground
Good
19.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Bunker Hills Campground is a great place to camp in Minnesota. It offers beautiful views of the surrounding area and plenty of nearby activities, including hiking, biking…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 376 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Saint Paul
The Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul
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.