Group Camp

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Group Camp

Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

ElectricShowers

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February 2026

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February 2026
Group Camp
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Campsite Fees
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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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888-646-6367, 651-296-6157
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Based on 4 reviews

2 Google reviews

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"Visitors praise shady, spacious campsites, good hiking trails, a valley overlook, swimming pool and convenient location; common complaints include heavy mosquitoes, crowded electric sites, cold showers, and the presence of pit toilets in the group area."

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Best Time to Camp at Group Camp

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Shady, spacious sites and hiking trails make summer visits pleasant.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Valley overlook and wooded setting likely offer strong fall colors and views.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Trails exist but description notes 'soft wet soil after rains', so muddy in spring.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter use or amenities mentioned; MN winter camping possible but unconfirmed.

Planning Tips

    About Group Camp

    As twilight settles over Glacial Lakes State Park, your adventure is just beginning. Gather around the campfire under a canopy of stars, join ranger-led evening programs, or explore moonlit trails that wind through ancient prairie and oak savanna—this is camping that awakens all your senses.
    Designated group campground with tented camping spaces and a mix of rustic (non-electric) and electric sites; includes a group shelter.
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    Amenities available

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    Electricity hookups
    Picnic tables
    Vault toilets
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    Activities you can enjoy

    Unpaved hiking trails and an overlook, swimming at a sand-bottom filtered pool, river floating/tubing on the Cottonwood River, and picnicking are commonly cited activities.
    HikingUnpaved hiking trails through a valley with an overlook offering scenic views.
    SwimmingSand-bottom, filtered, lifeguarded pool (may occasionally be closed).
    Boating
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsUse only local or approved firewood to prevent the spread of harmful forest pests; follow posted state park rules to reduce hazards and protect resources.
    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.

    Weather at Group Camp

    Reviews

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    4 reviews
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    Group Camp has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
    Visitors praise shady, spacious campsites, good hiking trails, a valley overlook, swimming pool and convenient location; common complaints include heavy mosquitoes, crowded electric sites, cold showers, and the presence of pit toilets in the group area.
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    Based on 4 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Shady, spacious campsites; pleasant hiking trails and valley overlook; convenient location near town; lifeguarded sand-bottom pool; group shelter and plentiful picnic tables.
    Based on 4 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Bring heavy-duty insect repellent; choose rustic/non-electric sites for more privacy; be prepared for cold showers and pit toilets at the group camp; check pool status and local rules (e.g., golf...
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    Based on 4 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    “Bathrooms and tented camping space! Nice unpaved trails for hiking.” — Google review. • “Plenty of parking and very large. This group camp has its own shelter and plenty of picnic tables....
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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