Cart-In Campsites Campground
Cart-In Campsites Campground
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Pets
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Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Check Site
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Cart-In Campsites Campground
No fees available
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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
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Minnesota State Parks
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4.43
Recommended
Based on 72 reviews
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About Cart-In Campsites Campground
Natural Features and SceneryGreat River Bluffs State Park sits on high Mississippi River bluffs in Minnesota’s Driftless Area, with steep, forested valleys and open “goat prairies” that drop roughly 450–500 feet to the river valley below.[2][3][7] The landscape combines oak–hickory woods, pine plantings, and rare prairie openings on south- and southwest-facing slopes that receive intense sun and support fragile plant communities.[2][3][7][8] Trails and overlooks provide sweeping views of the Mississippi River, backwaters, and the Wisconsin bluffs across the valley, plus vistas into Kearns Valley and surrounding farmland.[2][3][5] Campers describe the park as quiet, secluded, and very natural, with dark skies, abundant trees, and a strong sense of being away from development.[5] Winter brings snow-covered bluffs and frosted maple, hickory, and basswood forests that bloggers note as particularly striking.[6]
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Common complaints• Limited amenities: campers and visitors describe the park as “very basic as far as camping and amenities,” which may disappoint those expecting more developed facilities.[5]
• Off the beaten path: some reviewers mention that it is a long drive in on a dead‑end road and advise that it may not be worth going far out of one’s way solely for a short visit.[5]
• Office availability: at least one TripAdvisor review notes the park office being closed during their visit, which can be inconvenient for check‑in questions or purchasing items.[5]
• Trails can feel repetitive to some: one reviewer felt that aside from the bluff‑top opening with views, part of a hike “just felt like a walk in the woods,” suggesting that those seeking continuous vistas might find some forested stretches less exciting.[5]
• No RVs in tent/cart‑in area (mixed): while many tent campers view the no‑RV policy as a positive, RV users or those wanting hookups need to camp elsewhere, which could be seen as a limitation depending on expectations.[5]
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Cart-In Campsites Campground
Reviews from booking and map sources
4.4
72 reviews
Cart-In Campsites Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
Review Summaries
Based on 72 reviews
What Campers Love
Campers and reviewers most often praise the **breathtaking bluff‑top views** over the Mississippi River and surrounding valleys, calling them “magnificent,” “mighty,” and “amazing.”[2][3][5] The...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations
• Expect a **basic, low‑amenity experience**: TripAdvisor reviewers describe the park as “very basic as far as camping and amenities,” with the focus on quiet, natural sites and hiking rather than...
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