Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground campground
Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground
One of the nearby points of interest is the Tipsinah Mounds, which are prehistoric burial mounds located within the park. The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, bathrooms, and a playground. The campground offers both reservations and first-come-first-serve options with 49 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that the park is named after the Native American burial mounds found within the park. The mounds are believed to be from around 500 BC to 1000 AD and were likely used for ceremonial burials.
The best time of year to visit Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground is during the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperature is around 75°F. This is the perfect weather for swimming, boating, and hiking. Overall, Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground offers a beautiful location to relax and enjoy outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground
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 Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tipsinah Mounds City Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Prairie Cove Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lightning Lake Access- Dna | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Chippewa Co Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chippewa County Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail River Bl Orwell D Nr Fergus Falls | 525 cfs | → |
| Otter Tail River Near Elizabeth | 341 cfs | → |
| Bois De Sioux River Near White Rock | 93 cfs | → |
| Bois De Sioux River Near Doran | 150 cfs | → |
| Red River Of The North At Wahpeton | 729 cfs | → |
| Antelope Creek At Dwight | 22 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fergus Falls 4.9 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Breckenridge 4ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| New York Mills | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Artichoke Lake 1 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Long Prairie | 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.
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 Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground
Can I make reservations at Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground?
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 Tipsinah Mounds Park Campground.