Crow Wing Campground

Star4.03
16 reviews
Crow Wing Campground

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1,207 ft

Price

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Booking

Reservable

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Varies

Season

Main camping season ...

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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Campsite Fees
Camping fees vary by site and facility. Minnesota DNR offers a vehicle permit for year‑long unlimited visits to state parks and recreation areas....
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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

4.03

Satisfactory

Based on 16 reviews

14 Google reviews

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"Visitor feedback is mixed but leans positive for scenery, historic interpretation, and site privacy; common negatives are bugs (notably spiders and mosquitoes), occasional noisy nearby military activity, and aging restroom/shower facilities. Water at spigots is reported by some campers as brown or rusty despite being potable."

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Campground Map

Crow Wing Campground

Crow Wing Campground

46.2787, -94.3283

Nearby places
Brainerd/Baxter — about 9–10 miles north

Best Time to Camp at Crow Wing Campground

Plan your visit between late spring and early fall (May through September) when the campground truly comes alive and river conditions are ideal for exploration. Summer months deliver warm days perfect for swimming and paddling, though mosquitoes and biting insects can be active—pack your bug spray! For a more tranquil experience with fewer insects and comfortable temperatures, consider the shoulder seasons of late spring or early fall, when the campground quiets down and autumn colors begin their spectacular show along the riverbanks.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5
Below Average

Boating, kayaking and trails make summer particularly attractive.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5
Below Average

Wooded bluffs and river views likely strong for fall color and scenery.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5
Below Average

Spring likely good for paddling and wildlife, but fewer mentions than other seasons.

Best
Winter(Dec-Feb)
4.0 / 5
Top 1% in MN

Review: 'awesome snowshoeing in the winter' indicates good cold-season use.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Main camping season is reported by visitors as late spring through early fall (May–September); exact park season dates not provided in sources.

About Crow Wing Campground

Discover where two mighty rivers meet at Crow Wing State Park, a serene campground nestled at the historic confluence of the Crow Wing and Mississippi Rivers. Wooded bluffs rise above bottomland forests, while trails wind past the remnants of Old Crow Wing townsite—a 19th-century trading post that once bustled with frontier life. This peaceful riverside retreat offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and fascinating history for hikers, anglers, and paddlers seeking a genuine Minnesota river experience.
The park offers drive-in campsites for tents and RVs, a limited number of electrical sites, group sites, cabins, and some boat-in sites.
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Amenities available

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Electricity hookups
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Activities you can enjoy

A mix of river- and forest-based recreation: hiking and interpretive history walks, paddling and river play on the Mississippi and Crow Wing Rivers, fishing, biking connections to the Paul Bunyan State Trail, and wildlife/bird watching.
HikingSeveral short to moderate trails run through wooded bluffs and along the Mississippi River, including an interpretive walk through the Old Crow Wing townsite.
FishingFishing is a common activity on the Mississippi and Crow Wing Rivers; visitors report good river fishing.
SwimmingRiver wading and casual swimming are popular in shallow, sandy-bottom sections of the river; some areas are rocky so caution is advised.
Biking
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Wildlife viewing
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsSeasonal mosquitoes and large numbers of harvestmen/daddy‑long‑legs reported by campers; occasional ticks. Some reviewers report brown/rusty potable water appearance. Noise from Camp Ripley (artillery/helicopters) and nearby events (e.g., speedway) can be significant at times. River edges may be rocky in places—caution advised.

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Reviews

4.0
16 reviews
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Crow Wing Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
Visitor feedback is mixed but leans positive for scenery, historic interpretation, and site privacy; common negatives are bugs (notably spiders and mosquitoes), occasional noisy nearby military activity, and aging restroom/shower facilities. Water at spigots is reported by some campers as brown or rusty despite being potable.
Review Summaries
Based on 16 reviews

What Campers Love

Riverside setting and Mississippi River views; historic Old Crow Wing townsite and interpretive trails; generally spacious, wooded and private campsites; good hiking, biking access (Paul Bunyan State...
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Based on 16 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve early for electric sites if needed; bring bug spray and consider bringing drinking water or a filter due to reported rusty-tasting tap water; expect basic campground facilities and variable...
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Based on 16 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Beautiful views of the Mississippi"; "so many spiders — 'Daddy Long Legs State Park'"; "not many sites have electricity"; "bathrooms older but clean / sometimes dingy or moldy".
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Last updated January 5, 2026
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