Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground

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302 reviews
Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground
Family FriendlySummer Destination

Quick Facts

1,539 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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January 2026

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Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce 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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What Campers Say

4.51

Top-Rated

Based on 302 reviews

299 Google reviews

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cleanrestroomsshadespacious

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crowded

"Reviewers consistently praise Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground for its clean, well‑maintained restrooms and showers, spacious wooded sites, and family‑friendly atmosphere. Campers repeatedly mention plentiful trails, easy access to Lake Itasca and the Mississippi headwaters, and helpful staff/hosts. The park is popular and can feel busy at peak times, but many say it still feels private and peaceful at their sites."

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Campground Map

Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground

Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground

47.2333, -95.1903


Best Time to Camp at Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5
Top 1% in MN

Boating, kayaking, biking and hiking are highlighted—strong summer activity suite.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5

Heavily forested area with mature trees implies excellent fall color and scenic drives/trails.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Spring brings thawed trails and lakes; good for hiking and early boating though conditions vary.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5

Minnesota winter offers snow activities, but campsite winter services/closures not documented.

Planning Tips

    About Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground

    Click a photo to enlarge it.View more photos of individual cabins. These one-, two- or three-bedroom log and stick built cabins are all set in the towering pines along the east arm of Lake Itasca by Douglas Lodge.
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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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    Reviews

    4.5
    302 reviews
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    Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviewers consistently praise Pine Ridge : Oak & Spruce Campground for its clean, well‑maintained restrooms and showers, spacious wooded sites, and family‑friendly atmosphere. Campers repeatedly mention plentiful trails, easy access to Lake Itasca and the Mississippi headwaters, and helpful staff/hosts. The park is popular and can feel busy at peak times, but many say it still feels private and peaceful at their sites.
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    Based on 302 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Very clean restrooms and shower buildings — multiple reviewers noted private shower rooms, good pressure and plenty of hot water.","Spacious, wooded and often secluded campsites with shade trees,...
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    Based on 302 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Reserve early — book as soon as the 120‑day window opens for best site selection (campground is popular).","If you want extra privacy, request higher‑numbered sites (several reviewers said these...
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    Last updated January 13, 2026
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