Trailside Campground campground
Trailside Campground
Trailside Campground offers a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water and vault toilets. The campground is first-come-first-serve and has 30 campsites available for tents and RVs up to 35 feet in length.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the Native American Ojibwe tribe, who have inhabited the region for thousands of years. The best time to visit the Trailside Campground is from late spring to early fall, with average temperatures ranging from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Overall, Trailside Campground is a fantastic camping area for those who love the great outdoors and want to experience the natural beauty of Minnesota. With plenty of nearby points of interest, a variety of amenities, and stunning surrounding views, it's an ideal destination for a camping trip.
What's on-site at Trailside 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 Trailside Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| North End City Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Peterson Rv Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Vinegar Ridge Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Cushon's Peak Campground | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Wet Bark Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Trailside Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Root River Near Houston | 840 cfs | → |
| South Fork Root River Near Houston | 179 cfs | → |
| Root River Near Pilot Mound | 361 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Winona | 32,600 cfs | → |
| Trempealeau River At Dodge | 608 cfs | → |
| Upper Iowa River At Bluffton | 256 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Trailside Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Benicke Ballfields
- Beaver Creek Valley State Park
- Knopp Valley Playground
- Garvin Heights Park
- We Valley Park
- Sobieski Park
Boat launches
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 Trailside Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Trailside Campground
Can I make reservations at Trailside Campground?
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 Trailside 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 Trailside Campground.