Group Camp

Star4.69
27 reviews
Group Camp
Summer Destination

Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

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Season

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Cell

No Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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February 2026

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February 2026
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Campsite Fees
Reservations are required for all campsites. A non-refundable reservation fee is charged for each advance reservation ($10 by phone; $8 online)....
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.69

Top-Rated

Based on 27 reviews

25 Google reviews

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"Overall positive user sentiment: reviewers praise the park's peaceful, wooded campsites, well-maintained trails, and clean restrooms/showers. Common negative notes include heavy mosquitoes in summer, tight campground roads/sites for large RVs, and occasional wildlife (including bear sightings)."

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Best Time to Camp at Group Camp

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Lake, hiking trails and warm-season camping likely make summer a peak season.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Northwoods foliage and scenic views imply excellent fall colors and hikes.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring offers trails and lake but may be muddy; no explicit spring attractions listed.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5

Minnesota winters possible but no winter-specific amenities or groomed trails mentioned.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Varies by campground; check ParkFinder or the campground webpage for specific opening and closing dates.

About Group Camp

Extend your day at Charles A. Lindbergh State Park into a memorable night under the stars, where crackling campfires, guided evening nature programs, and moonlit trails along the Mississippi River await. As part of Minnesota's beloved state parks system, the park invites you to experience the magic that happens after sunset—from owl calls echoing through the pines to stories shared around the fire. Reserve your spot up to 120 days ahead online or by phone to secure your overnight adventure.
Mix of site types reported by visitors including electric and non-electric sites; also offers cabins described as heated by reviewers.
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Activities you can enjoy

Opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, swimming and wildlife viewing. Trails and lakeside paths are popular, and visitors report fishing (bass, pike) with a fish-cleaning station on site; winter skiing on groomed paths is also mentioned.
HikingMultiple maintained trails including roughly 3-mile loops and lakeside walking paths that provide scenic views.
FishingFishing for bass and pike from lake access and piers; a screened fish-cleaning station with sinks is noted by visitors.
SwimmingLake access for swimming is available.
Biking
Boating
Wildlife viewing
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsOnly use approved or local firewood to prevent the spread of harmful forest pests. Follow state park rules regarding fires and campsite conduct; other specific hazards are not listed on this page.
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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Reviews

4.7
27 reviews
Top-Rated
Top-Rated
Group Camp is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
Overall positive user sentiment: reviewers praise the park's peaceful, wooded campsites, well-maintained trails, and clean restrooms/showers. Common negative notes include heavy mosquitoes in summer, tight campground roads/sites for large RVs, and occasional wildlife (including bear sightings).
Review Summaries
Based on 27 reviews

What Campers Love

Quiet, shaded sites; good trail system and scenic walks; clean bathrooms and modern showers; proximity to Charles Lindbergh home/museum; fishing opportunities and a fish-cleaning station; electric...
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Based on 27 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve electric sites in advance if needed; bring heavy bug spray and secure food (food lockers noted); smaller RVs or trailers are recommended due to tight turns; expect quiet hours and a peaceful...
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Based on 27 reviews

Camper Quotes

Beautiful State Park and camp ground! Very quiet and surrounded by lots of trees. | This is a fairly small campground with only 38 sites. 15 are electric.
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Last updated February 17, 2026
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