Fort Ridgely Campground

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Fort Ridgely Campground

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Standard Site Fee$0.00
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What Campers Say

4.18

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Based on 51 reviews

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About Fort Ridgely Campground

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground sits in a **wooded valley along a small creek/trout stream** in the Minnesota River country, with a mix of **forest, restored prairie, bluffs, and river valley scenery**.[1][2][3] Sites are described as **well shaded**, with trees providing privacy and a quiet, sheltered feel.[1][3][5] Trails from the campground lead through **wooded hills** and up to **prairie and overlook areas** with views over the river valley and surrounding farmland.[1][2][3] Reviewers note **wildflowers in late June**, open prairie, and forested stretches giving good variety in a compact park.[1] Overall it’s a small, quiet, fairly secluded park with an emphasis on **valley, creek, and prairie landscapes** rather than big lakes.[1][3]
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Common complaints• **Limited or inconsistent services:** multiple reviews cite **closed or inaccessible shower houses** (old one closed, new one locked during at least one visit) and previously long‑term bathhouse closure.[1][2][3] • **Only two showers** in the new building, causing potential waits when the campground is busy.[3] • **No dump station or unclear dump options** are noted in at least one TripAdvisor review, which said there seemed to be no place to dump gray/black water.[1] • **Electric only 30‑amp**, insufficient for multiple RV AC units.[1] • **Poor or non‑existent cell service** in the campground, which some visitors find stressful.[1] • Some historical **interpretive signs are faded and hard to read**, needing replacement.[3] • A few reviewers wished for **playground equipment closer to the campsites**, especially for families with small children.[2]

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4.2
51 reviews
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Fort Ridgely Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
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Based on 51 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers consistently praise the **quiet, peaceful atmosphere** and **clean, well‑maintained sites**.[1][2][3][5] Many like the **mix of shade and openness**, with large sites that offer a sense of...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

• Expect a **quiet, low‑traffic campground**; weekdays can be very lightly occupied, which many reviewers enjoy.[1][2][3] • **Bathhouse history:** several older reviews note the **old shower house up...
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