Hidden Lake Group Center campground
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Hidden Lake Group Center
Hidden Lake Group Center is a campground in Minnesota tracked by Snoflo. This page combines live weather, USGS streamflow, NRCS snowpack readings, and amenity data with nearby parks, lakes, and boat launches so you can plan a trip from a single screen.
Use the forecast meteograms to pick a weather window, the amenities card to confirm reservations and facilities, and the Nearby section to extend a single night into a longer trip. For push alerts when conditions change, save this campground as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app.
What's on-site at Hidden Lake Group Center
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Hidden Lake Group Center, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pioneer Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Carlos State Park Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Carlos Sate Park - Horse Camp | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Luther Crest Bible Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Hidden Lake Group Center -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Long Prairie River At Long Prairie | 287 cfs | → |
| Otter Tail River Near Elizabeth | 351 cfs | → |
| Otter Tail River Bl Orwell D Nr Fergus Falls | 454 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Royalton | 4,750 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 279 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River Near Pillager | 1,530 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Hidden Lake Group Center -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Prairie | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Melrose | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New York Mills | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fergus Falls 4.9 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fort Ripley 0.8 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Lake Carlos State Park
- Inspiration Peak State Wayside
- Glendalough State Park
- Glacial Lakes State Park
Boat launches
- Lake Carlos State Park
- County Road 38 Northeast 2802, Douglas County
- County Road 11 Northeast 7423, Alexandria
- East Lake Carlos Drive Northeast 6670, Douglas County
- Lake Ida East Boat Ramp
- Sunset Strip Northwest 7415, Douglas County
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Hidden Lake Group Center as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Hidden Lake Group Center
Can I make reservations at Hidden Lake Group Center?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Hidden Lake Group Center?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Hidden Lake Group Center.