Camping in Cottonwood, MN, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2024

United States
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Minnesota
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Cottonwood

99% (273 reviews)

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Moon valley camping

1 site · Lodging56 acres · Montevideo, MN

Hi, located in the heart of the Minnesota river valley. This wooden tent offers a unique camping retreat. Seclusion, privacy and river front access within walking distance of boat landing and in town amenities like gas stations and the like.

Camping on private lake

10 sites · Tents8 acres · Westbrook, MN

This property has 4 camp spots. Sites 1 and 4 have a boat landing. All sites have shades trees that can hold hammocks. All sites are right next to the lake. Site 3 has a dock that all can use. There is excellent swimming with a sandy bottom at the south end of the lake. The lake is stocked with perch in 2024 but has walleye, northern, bass as well. It is also close to many lakes that are good for fishing. I have a 14' fishing boat with trolling motor, a paddle boat, 2 kayaks, and canoe for campers to use for free. Firewood is available for $5/day. There is some hiking on the property and much near by. Biking is also good with small lakes nearby to visit. The camping here is very peaceful with wonderful views and the wildlife is awesome! 120 volt power is at all sites and 220 can reach sites 2 and 3. There is warm showers and flushing toilets. Also all sites are drive through on hard ground grass. Grates are provided for cooking over the fire. There is Wi-Fi internet that reaches sites 1-3

Mn River Valley Sanctuary

6 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Franklin, MN

Welcome, we have a small flock of waterfowl and chickens and a herd of goats to interact with, volunteer some time in our organic garden, peer up into endless night skies or use us a s a base camp to go exploring the several county and state parks, Natural and Scientific areas, hiking trails and local communities. We are located about 5 miles from either Franklin or Fairfax and less than 20 minutes to Redwood Falls, Jackpot Junction and New Ulm.

The Auntie's Grove at Moonstone

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents240 acres · Montevideo, MN

Moonstone is a perennial polyculture (no annual crops, lots of diversity) on the bluffland of the Upper Minnesota River Valley. A family-based farm specializing in grass-fed organic beef production, we also maintain a vineyard, an edible forest, farmstore, farmstay guest cottage and a full-shade camping area, the Auntie's Grove within walking distance of our pond, little beach, water points and restrooms.

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Private Camping on a Farm

5 sites · RVs7 acres · Avoca, MN

Learn more about this land:We have grass fields and spots in our “forest” surrounded by trees. We have a small play ground on site. We have a fire ring to host bon fires. We have chickens, quails, ducks and bunnies.

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Suzanne F.’s Land

3 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Marietta, MN

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Camping near Cottonwood guide

Overview

In the heart of Minnesota, Cottonwood is a hidden gem for every type of camping enthusiast. At Lac qui Parle State Park, birdwatchers and nature lovers can find solace in the serene environment while hiking trails, boating on the lake, or fishing for walleye and northern pike. Find a waterfront RV campsite with electric hookups that accommodates motorhomes up to 60 feet, or choose a cabin rental on-site with heat and wheelchair accessibility, available from April through October. Then head to Camden State Park—home to the Dakota Valley Trail and Brawner Lake. The park’s well-equipped cabin and tent campsites are set amid lush forests and rolling hills, complete with picnic areas and playgrounds for a family-friendly retreat. Summer campers can head about 45 minutes south of Cottonwood to set up camp lakeside at Lake Shetek State Park. After a day of boating and exploring historical sites like the Shetek Monument, stay at a Lake Shetek cabin or tent campsite, all equipped with flush toilets and showers.