Big Island Campground

Star3.98
13 reviews
Big Island Campground
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Quick Facts

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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February 2026
Big Island 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

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What Campers Say

3.98

Mixed Reviews

Based on 13 reviews

11 Google reviews

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"Overall campers praise Big Island Campground for its shady, spacious and well‑spaced sites, very clean bathhouse/showers, friendly hosts, and scenic wildlife viewing (deer, turtles, otters) and fall colors. Most reviews are highly positive, though a few callers warn about mosquitoes near the lake and site/utility issues during certain conditions or seasons."

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Best Time to Camp at Big Island Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Native grasses and wildflowers are highlighted—excellent summer interest.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Prairie grasses and cliff views likely offer strong fall colors and vistas.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring wildflowers and greening prairie likely improve appeal; specifically mentioned wildflowers.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter activity info; Minnesota winters likely cold and less hospitable for casual camping.

Planning Tips

    About Big Island 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.

    Weather at Big Island Campground

    Reviews

    4.0
    13 reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Big Island Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Overall campers praise Big Island Campground for its shady, spacious and well‑spaced sites, very clean bathhouse/showers, friendly hosts, and scenic wildlife viewing (deer, turtles, otters) and fall colors. Most reviews are highly positive, though a few callers warn about mosquitoes near the lake and site/utility issues during certain conditions or seasons.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 13 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Shady, spacious and well‑spaced sites with large trees","Newer bathhouse described as exceptionally clean with very nice showers","Friendly, helpful camp host and easy phone reservations","Quiet...
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    Based on 13 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Bring insect repellent and consider screens or netting — mosquitoes are common near the lake","Choose a site carefully if you need a level, paved pad; some sites are gravel/back‑in and uneven","If...
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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