Best camping near Side Lake
19 campgrounds · 19 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · 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 19 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
McCarthy Beach State Park
Marginal
1.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 35 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
McCarthy Beach State Park Campground
Marginal
1.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 35 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Bear Lake Campground
Fair
10.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Bear Lake Campground is a Minnesota State-operated facility near Hibbing with 27 tent sites. The campground provides vault toilets and drinking water, with a per-site fee required…
Why 100: 48 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Thistledew ? George Washington State Forest
Fair
12.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Thistledew Campground and Day-Use Area
Fair
12.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Iron Trail RV Park & Campground & Laundry
Marginal
15.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Iron Trail RV Park & Campground & Laundry is an RV park located near Hibbing in northeastern Minnesota. The facility offers laundry services for guests. The area experiences cold…
Why 100: 37 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Button Box ? George Washington State Forest
Fair
16.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Buttonbox Lake Campground
Fair
16.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Buttonbox Lake Campground is a small tent camping area near Hibbing, Minnesota, operated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The facility accommodates up to 12…
Why 100: 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
North Hibbing campground
Marginal
16.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 30 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Erskine Lake Dispersed Camp site
Fair
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Stubler Beach
Marginal
17.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 37 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Stubler Beach Campgrounds
Marginal
17.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 37 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Bass Lake
Fair
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Buhl RV Park
Marginal
18.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 37 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Sucker Lake Dispersed Camp site
Fair
18.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
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 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Side Lake
The Side Lake area has 19 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.