Fort Ridgely Campground

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Fort Ridgely Campground
Peace & Quiet

Quick Facts

902 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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February 2026

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Fort Ridgely Campground
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Campsite Fees
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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Fort Ridgely Campground

Fort Ridgely Campground

44.4474, -94.7256


Best Time to Camp at Fort Ridgely Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Shaded sites, hiking and fishing make summer pleasant; reviewers praise campsite quality.

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

Bluffs, river valley and mixed woods suggest strong fall color and scenic value.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Good for hikes and wildlife viewing; spring conditions may be muddy but scenery returns.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5
Top 18% in MN

Park has sledding hill and warming shelter; winter recreation exists but camping seasonality may limit appeal.

Planning Tips

    About Fort Ridgely Campground

    Your outdoor fun doesn’t have to end when the sun goes down -- pitch a tent and spend the night! Attend evening naturalist activities, take a moonlit walk, or just sit around your campfire roasting marshmallows and telling stories.
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    Policies & Safety

    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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    Fort Ridgely Campground has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
    Review Summaries

    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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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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