Truman City Park campground
Truman City Park
The camping area features several amenities, including electricity, water, restrooms with showers, and a dump station. The campground is first-come, first-serve with 30 campsites available. Visitors can reserve a campsite by contacting the city's Parks and Recreation Department.
One interesting fact about the Truman City Park Camping Area is that it is home to one of the state's biggest 4th of July celebrations. The event includes fireworks, live music, and a parade.
The best time of year to visit Truman City Park Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to August. The average temperature during this time ranges from 70-80°F. It is the perfect time to enjoy the beautiful scenic views and outdoor activities offered by the area.
What's on-site at Truman City 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 Truman City Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perch Lake Park Campgrounds | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Eagle Nest Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Eagle Nest Park Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| St. James Municipal Cg | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| St. James Municipal | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Truman City Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Watonwan River Near Garden City | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Blue Earth River Near Rapidan | 3,230 cfs | → |
| Le Sueur River Near Rapidan | 2,180 cfs | → |
| Little Cottonwood River Near Courtland | 100 cfs | → |
| Des Moines River At Jackson | 785 cfs | → |
| Minnesota River At Mankato | 9,080 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Truman City Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Earth 1s | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bricelyn | 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 Truman City Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Truman City Park
Can I make reservations at Truman City 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 Truman City 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 Truman City Park.