Lake Ripley County Park campground
Lake Ripley County Park
Reservations are accepted at Lake Ripley County Park, allowing visitors to secure their desired camping spot in advance. This can be particularly beneficial during peak camping seasons when the campground tends to fill up quickly. It is advisable to make a reservation to guarantee a spot, especially if planning to visit during weekends or holidays.
The best time to visit Lake Ripley County Park is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities. The campground is surrounded by natural beauty, including a serene lake, providing opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and biking on the park's scenic trails. It is important to be cautious of local wildlife in the area, such as bears and wolves, and to properly store food and trash to avoid attracting them. Overall, Lake Ripley County Park offers a wonderful camping experience with various amenities and activities to enjoy amidst the lovely Minnesota landscape.
What's on-site at Lake Ripley County Park
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 Lake Ripley County Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove City Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Piepenburg County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Piepenburg Co Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Collinwood County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Masonic/West River City Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lake Ripley County Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sauk River Near St. Cloud | 497 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At St. Cloud | 4,910 cfs | → |
| Crow River At Rockford | 1,320 cfs | → |
| Minnesota River At Morton | 2,590 cfs | → |
| Elk River Near Big Lake | 231 cfs | → |
| High Island Creek Near Henderson | 52 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lake Ripley County Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kimball 3n | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brownton Wwtp | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Collegeville St John | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bird Island 7sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Melrose | 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
- Greenleaf Lake State Recreation Area
- Prairie Ave Park
- Albright's Mill County Park
- Lake Allie Park
- Howard Lake Memorial Park
- Albert Yaeger Park
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 Lake Ripley County Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Ripley County Park
Can I make reservations at Lake Ripley County Park?
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 Lake Ripley County Park?
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 Lake Ripley County Park.