True North Basecamp campground
True North Basecamp
The campground amenities include showers, restrooms, picnic areas, and fire pits. There are a total of 15 campsites available, and reservations are required. According to visitors, one of the most interesting and quirky facts about the area is that it is home to a rare species of butterfly called the Karner Blue butterfly, which can only be found in a few places in the world.
The best time of year to visit True North Basecamp is during the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperatures range from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. This is the ideal time to enjoy the various outdoor activities available in the area, including canoeing, hiking, and fishing. Overall, True North Basecamp offers an incredible camping experience that is sure to leave visitors feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
What's on-site at True North Basecamp
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 True North Basecamp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby Memorial City Park Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Cuyuna Country Sra - Portsmouth Cg | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Crosby Memorial Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cuyuna Country State Park - Portsmouth Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cuyuna Mountain Bike Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of True North Basecamp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River At Brainerd | 1,930 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Aitkin | 1,530 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River Near Pillager | 1,040 cfs | → |
| Crow Wing River At Nimrod | 305 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Near Royalton | 3,600 cfs | → |
| Long Prairie River At Long Prairie | 148 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of True North Basecamp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby 1.1 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cross Lake Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brainerd | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Isle 12n | 10.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fort Ripley 0.8 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cohasset 7.4 S | 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
- Crow Wing State Forest
- Wealthwood State Forest
- Emily State Forest
- Pillsbury State Forest
- Crow Wing State Park
- Hill River State Forest
Boat launches
- Crosby Memorial Park Access Crosby
- Slikstone Drive Crow Wing County
- Town Road 213 18505, Crow Wing County
- Cr 128 21679, Crow Wing County
- Rowe Road 16623, Riverton
- Crow Wing 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 True North Basecamp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About True North Basecamp
Can I make reservations at True North Basecamp?
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 True North Basecamp?
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 True North Basecamp.