Upper Campground

Star4.73
105 reviews
Schroeder, MN (no street address found)

Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Seasonal — opening a...

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

Opens Minnesota State Parks (Minnesota DNR) site

Official Website

Real-Time Availability

Select a month, then check for open campsites

February 2026

Real-Time Availability

Select a month, then check for open campsites

February 2026
Upper Campground
No fees available
Campsite Fees
Park vehicle permit required for state park access. Reservation and campsite fees vary by site—use the park's reservation link or contact the...
Show more
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

Get Notified When Available

We'll monitor this campground and alert you the moment sites become available.

Free with account · Checks every 2 minutes

150,000+ sites monitored · Email, SMS, or in-app notifications

Share this campground
Minnesota State Parks
Provider
888-646-6367, 651-296-6157
Help improve this page
See something outdated or incorrect? Let us know!

What Campers Say

4.73

Top-Rated

Based on 105 reviews

104 Google reviews

Most mentioned

cleanbeachsiteshookups

Some mention

noise

"Visitor reviews are largely positive, praising new/clean restrooms and private shower rooms and scenic shoreline/trail access. Common negatives mentioned include road/traffic noise, occasional water access issues reported by a visitor, and lack of an on-site dump station."

Read all reviews

Campground Map

Schroeder, MN (no street address found)
No map location available

Best Time to Camp at Upper Campground

Upper Campground welcomes visitors seasonally, with opening and closing dates that shift with Minnesota's changing weather patterns. Before planning your trip, check the campground's webpage for current season information to ensure the gates are open and ready for your North Shore adventure.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer likely offers best access to trails, waterfalls and scenic overlooks.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

River gorge and forest setting likely yield strong fall color and scenery.

Best
Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5
Top 14% in MN

Spring runoff likely enhances waterfalls and river features, improving scenic impact.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Winter scenery may be dramatic, but icy gorge conditions and closure/access unknown.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Seasonal — opening and closing dates vary by campground and are dependent on weather; check the campground webpage or contact the managing unit for specific dates.

About Upper Campground

Nestled within Temperance River State Park, Upper Campground serves as your basecamp for exploring one of Minnesota's most dramatic river gorges. As daylight fades, gather around the campfire and listen to the river's constant song echoing through the canyon, then take a moonlit stroll to witness the gorge transformed by starlight.
Upper Campground provides developed campsites; visitor reports indicate sites for tents and trailers and some electrified sites.
Advertisement

Best Campsites

Curated by campers, for campers
Reveal picks

Reserving a campsite


Amenities available

Showers
Potable water
Electricity hookups
Flush toilets

Activities you can enjoy

The campground offers access to park trails and shoreline; official materials mention evening naturalist programs and moonlit walks. Visitors note easy trail access to the beach, rocky shorelines, and the Temperance River.
HikingPark trails and opportunities for walks (including referenced 'moonlit walks'); access to shoreline trails and nearby scenic features (official info and visitor reports).
Advertisement

Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsUse only approved or local firewood to prevent the spread of harmful forest pests. Light fires only within designated fire rings or charcoal grills; do not leave fires unattended and fully extinguish fires before leaving. Follow park rules to minimize risks.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

Weather at Upper Campground

Reviews

4.7
105 reviews
Top-Rated
Top-Rated
Upper Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
Visitor reviews are largely positive, praising new/clean restrooms and private shower rooms and scenic shoreline/trail access. Common negatives mentioned include road/traffic noise, occasional water access issues reported by a visitor, and lack of an on-site dump station.
Review Summaries
Based on 105 reviews

What Campers Love

New, private shower rooms and clean flush toilets; scenic shoreline and easy trail access to the Temperance River and beach; sites described as well-spaced and scenic; some sites offer electric...
Show more
Based on 105 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Expect modern private showers and clean restrooms; if you need a dump station or full hookups plan to use nearby Silver Bay; bring appropriate power adapters and check site electrical types.
Based on 105 reviews

Camper Quotes

"The restroom/shower facility at the Upper Campground is very new, extremely clean and spacious for showering; due to each being its own private room."; "Some of the camp sights offer electric, they...
Show more
Based on 105 reviews

0
0 review
1
2
3
4
5

Add your voice to the Outdoorithm community

Been to Upper Campground? Your review helps fellow campers discover what makes this place special—and what to expect.


Last updated February 17, 2026
Advertisement

Popular campgrounds in Minnesota

Campgrounds
Temperance River State Park
Upper Campground