Main Campground

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21071 County 118, Preston, MN 55965

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1,270 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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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).
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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"Overall reviewer consensus: a quiet, well‑maintained, wooded campground offering excellent access to Mystery Cave tours, Historic Forestville, trout fishing, hiking and horseback trails. Visitors repeatedly note lack of cell service and generally praise bathrooms/showers and spacious, shaded sites."

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21071 County 118, Preston, MN 55965

Main Campground

21071 County 118, Preston, MN 55965


Best Time to Camp at Main Campground

The cave offers a unique respite from Minnesota's temperature swings, maintaining a cool 48°F year-round—a natural air conditioning in summer and a refuge from winter's bite. Plan your underground adventure for the warmer months when cave tours resume (reopening May 9, 2026), and don't miss the park's seasonal programming. When snow blankets the bluffs, the park transforms into a winter playground perfect for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Check the ranger station's seasonal hours to make the most of your visit (winter hours through April 9, 2026).

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5
Below Average

Wooded sites and green valley are appealing in summer; reviews note lush, peaceful summer setting.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5
Top 11% in MN

Mature oak and maple trees in rolling bluffs indicate strong fall color potential.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5
Top 14% in MN

Described as 'very green' with birdsong — attractive spring conditions expected.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5
Below Average

No winter details; Minnesota winters likely limit camping and activities unless winterized facilities exist.

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    About Main Campground

    Step into a world where subterranean wonder meets living history at Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park. Explore Minnesota's longest cave with its stunning formations, wander through a meticulously restored 1800s village, and venture along scenic trails through bluff country. Whether you're touring underground passages, casting a line in cold-water trout streams, or settling into your campsite under the forest canopy, this park offers an unforgettable blend of natural and cultural discovery—just remember to reserve your spot in advance.
    Campground includes electric and non-electric loops, a more rustic loop, a separate horse camp, group campsite(s), and basic camper cabins (no direct vehicle access to some cabins).
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    Amenities available

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    Electricity hookups
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    Activities you can enjoy

    Wide range of day- and overnight activities: guided Mystery Cave tours and Historic Forestville living-history programs, multi-use trails for hiking and horseback riding, trout fishing in blue-ribbon streams, wildlife viewing, and general nature programs led by park naturalists.
    HikingMultiple trails lead to overlooks, the historic cemetery, river valleys and ridge tops; several miles of maintained trails through hardwood forest and bluff country.
    FishingFishing for brown trout in the park's blue-ribbon trout streams, including the South Branch Root River/Canfield Creek.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsKarst terrain with sinkholes is present in the park. The park notes there is no cellphone service anywhere in the park and advises not to rely on phone GPS for directions to Mystery Cave. Gathering firewood is prohibited to prevent spread of tree‑killing insects.
    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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    Main Campground has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
    Overall reviewer consensus: a quiet, well‑maintained, wooded campground offering excellent access to Mystery Cave tours, Historic Forestville, trout fishing, hiking and horseback trails. Visitors repeatedly note lack of cell service and generally praise bathrooms/showers and spacious, shaded sites.
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    Based on 2 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Mystery Cave tours and Historic Forestville living‑history programs; wooded, spacious and shaded campsites; clean/modern bath and shower buildings in main loops; strong hiking and equestrian trail...
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    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Buy firewood at the ranger station before it closes; bring a flashlight/headlamp for cave tours and uneven/narrow passages; refill water at main spigots rather than assuming all hydrants are...
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    Camper Quotes

    “Well spread out and shaded. Bathrooms were clean.”; “The campground had electricity and very nice bathrooms and showers. We would definitely camp at this campground again.”; “There was plenty of...
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    Last updated January 5, 2026
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