Best camping near Side Lake
15 campgrounds · 15 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Side Lake, 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
McCarthy Beach State Park
Prime
1.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
McCarthy Beach State Park camping area is located in the state of Minnesota and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides both electric and non-electric…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#2
McCarthy Beach State Park Campground
Prime
1.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
McCarthy Beach State Park Campground is a picturesque camping area located in Minnesota. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance campers' experience. It features…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#3
Thistledew ? George Washington State Forest
Prime
12.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Thistledew George Washington State Forest Camping Area is located in Minnesota, offering beautiful views of the surrounding forested area. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#4
Thistledew Campground and Day-Use Area
Prime
12.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Thistledew Campground and Day Use Area is located in the beautiful Chippewa National Forest of northern Minnesota. The campground is nestled between a small lake and a forested…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#5
Button Box ? George Washington State Forest
Prime
16.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Button Box George Washington State Forest Camping Area is a perfect spot for camping enthusiasts. Located in Minnesota, the campsite offers breathtaking views of the natural…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#6
Erskine Lake Dispersed Camp site
Prime
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Erskine Lake Dispersed Camp in Minnesota offers primitive, free, first-come, first-served camping with no reservations or permits required. There are no established campsites—this…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#7
Bass Lake
Prime
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Bass Lake camping area, located in the state of Minnesota, offers a wonderful camping experience with various amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#8
Sucker Lake Dispersed Camp site
Prime
18.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Sucker Lake Dispersed Camp Site is a scenic camping area located in the state of Minnesota. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#9
B a s s L a k e C o u n t y P a r k NE C a m p g r o u n d
Prime
18.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Bass Lake County Park is a charming camping destination located in Minnesota. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#10
B a s s L a k e C o u n t y P a r k West C a m p g r o u n d
Prime
18.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 73°F· No active weather warnings
Bass Lake County Park West Campground, located in Minnesota, offers a range of amenities to enhance campers' experience in the great outdoors. The campground provides numerous…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#11
Stubler Beach
Prime
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 74°F· No active weather warnings
Stubler Beach camping area, located in the state of Minnesota, offers a serene and picturesque retreat for campers. This campground provides various amenities to ensure a…
Why 83: live conditions (prime) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#12
Buhl RV Park
Prime
18.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 74°F· No active weather warnings
Buhl RV Park is located in northern Minnesota and offers beautiful views of the surrounding forests and lakes. Nearby activities include fishing, hiking, and exploring local…
Why 83: live conditions (prime) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#13
North Hibbing campground
Prime
16.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 74°F· No active weather warnings
The North Hibbing Campground is a popular camping destination located in Minnesota. This campground provides a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. It…
Why 81: live conditions (prime) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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#14
Stubler Beach Campgrounds
Prime
17.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 45°F· Comfortable day · high 74°F· No active weather warnings
Stubler Beach Campgrounds is a picturesque camping area located in the beautiful state of Minnesota. Nestled in a tranquil setting, it offers a range of amenities that cater to…
Why 81: live conditions (prime) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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#15
Samuelson County Park
Good
18.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 44°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Samuelson County 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. It…
Why 69: live conditions (good) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Side Lake
The Side Lake 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 Side Lake
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.