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Best campgrounds near Red Lake Falls, MN
Sportsman's Park
Red Lake Falls, MN (0 miles away)
Voyageur's View Campground
Red Lake Falls, MN (1 miles away)
$$$$$
+6
Thief River Falls Tourist Park
Thief River Falls, MN (16 miles away)
Lake Sarah Farmers Union Park
Minnesota (22 miles away)
$$$$$
(24 sites)
Red River State Recreation Area
East Grand Forks, MN (35 miles away)
$$$$$
(113 sites)
Old Mill State Park
Argyle, MN (36 miles away)
$$$$$
(26 sites)
+3
Shooting Star RV Park and Casino
Mahnomen, MN (42 miles away)
$$$$$
(47 sites)
+3
Hillsboro Campground and RV Park
Hillsboro, ND (50 miles away)
$$$$$
(52 sites)
+4
Turtle River State Park
North Dakota (57 miles away)
$$$$$
(91 sites)
+5
Two Rivers - Lake Bronson State Park
Minnesota (60 miles away)
$$$$$
(97 sites)
+5
Hayes Lake State Park
Roseau, MN (62 miles away)
$$$$$
(35 sites)
+6
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Camping near Red Lake Falls, Minnesota
Red Lake Falls sits at the confluence of the Red Lake and Clearwater Rivers in northwestern Minnesota, roughly halfway between Grand Forks and Bemidji. The town is best known as a tubing hub on the Red Lake River, and its riverside campgrounds cater primarily to RV travelers looking for a low-key summer base with easy water access.
Campground options within a short drive fall into three categories. City-run parks in town, including Sportsman's Park at the point where the Red Lake and Clearwater Rivers meet, offer a mix of primitive and hook-up sites. Private riverfront operations, most notably Voyageur's View Campground, a family-owned resort along the Red Lake River that opened in 1985, pair camping with tubing and kayaking outfitting. Municipal parks in nearby communities round out the mix, including the Thief River Falls Tourist Park within LB Hartz Park in downtown Thief River Falls and Lake Sarah Farmers Union Park to the southeast.
For a state-park experience, Old Mill State Park lies roughly an hour north and provides a quieter, prairie-and-woodland setting on the Middle River.
Things to do around Red Lake Falls
River tubing is the signature activity. Voyageur's View Campground runs roughly 2.5-hour float trips through a scenic river valley with intermittent class II rapids, seven days a week from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with shuttle service and kayak rentals available by reservation. Sportsman's Park at the river confluence is a natural fishing and paddling spot.
Old Mill State Park adds hiking, swimming, and history to the trip. A 19th-century log cabin and a steam-powered flour mill are the landmark features, and the grist mill is fired up once a year to grind flour at an annual event. The Middle River winds through the park, with deer, beaver, and ruffed grouse visible along about eight miles of trails, and a swimming beach, swinging bridge, picnic grounds, and interpretive displays draw day visitors.
In Thief River Falls, walking trails through LB Hartz Park along the lower Red Lake River connect the tourist park to town amenities within a few minutes' drive.
Camping spots and RV parks near Red Lake Falls, MN
When to visit and seasonal patterns
- spring
March - May
48° / 28°F 38 mmLate thaw; parks reopen in May after ice-out
- summer
June - August
77° / 55°F 85 mmPeak tubing season; weekends fill early, bring bug spray
- fall
September - November
50° / 30°F 37 mmCool and quiet; most parks close by November 1
- winter
December - February
16° / 1°F 15 mmFrigid and snowy; campgrounds closed, water shut off
The camping window in this part of Minnesota is short and clearly defined. The Thief River Falls Tourist Park operates from May 1 through November 1, with the closing date determined by weather, and the Old Mill State Park campground runs May through October, opening after the snow and ice melt and closing before winter sets in again. Private operators like Voyageur's View Campground follow a similar rhythm, with tubing tied to the Memorial Day through Labor Day window.
June through August is peak season. Rivers are warm enough for tubing, days are long, and weekends fill quickly at riverside sites. Bug spray is worth packing, as mosquitoes can be persistent through the warmer months.
Late May and September are the shoulder periods. Cooler nights and fewer crowds make them good for hiking-focused trips, though tubing operations may be closed or on reduced schedules. Winter shuts most car-accessible camping down entirely, and water and hookups are turned off. Snowshoeing and snowmobiling continue at Old Mill State Park on groomed winter trails.
How to book campsites
The Thief River Falls Tourist Park takes bookings through Campspot, with reservations opening March 1 each year for the upcoming season. Voyageur's View Campground also books through Campspot and enforces a two-night minimum on weekends during the tubing season. Cell service can be spotty in the river valley, so reservations are best completed before pulling in.
Old Mill State Park is part of the Minnesota state park system. All sites are 100% reservable through the DNR reservation portal, with the booking window opening 120 days (about four months) ahead of arrival, and new dates going live at 8 a.m. Central Time. A state park vehicle permit is required in addition to the camping fee, sold online or on arrival. For municipal parks like Sportsman's Park and Lake Sarah Farmers Union Park, contact the operator directly to confirm availability.
What to expect on site
Hookup levels vary by park. The Thief River Falls Tourist Park has 72 sites, 16 of them full hook-up and 56 electric, with free Wi-Fi, a handicapped-accessible bathhouse with free showers, and a dump station located across Oakland Park Road near the entrance to Pedar Engelstad Pioneer Village. Sportsman's Park in Red Lake Falls offers a mix of primitive and hook-up sites with basic amenities near the river confluence.
Old Mill State Park is more rustic. The campground has 26 sites, ten with 30-amp electric service and water hookups, and the back-in sites can accommodate rigs up to 67 feet. The park has showers, flush toilets, and vault toilets, and firewood is sold on site.
Leashed pets are generally allowed. Firewood should be purchased locally to comply with Minnesota Department of Agriculture rules on transporting wood.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near Red Lake Falls, MN
How do I choose the right campsite for my RV?
Start with the practical stuff: site length, the hookups you need, and whether it's a back-in or pull-through. Camping conditions in the U.S. vary by region and elevation, so check the local season, road access, and reservation requirements before you book. Federal campgrounds use Recreation.gov and state parks each have their own systems. Learn more.
How much are RV campsites near Red Lake Falls, MN?
Campsite prices near Red Lake Falls, MN depend on the type of campground. State park sites typically run $20-$45 with hookups. Private RV parks in town often run $40-$100, with tourist-hub locations charging more. Nearby Forest Service or Bureau of Land Management sites are usually $10-$25, often without hookups.
Is there any free camping near Red Lake Falls, MN?
Free camping near Red Lake Falls, MN depends on what federal public land is in driving distance. Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service land usually allows up to 14 days of dispersed camping at one spot. Check fire restrictions before you head out. Learn more about free camping.
Can I book a campsite through RVezy?
Not directly. RVezy doesn't handle campsite reservations, but each campground listing links to the operator's website or booking page when one's available.
What's the best time to go camping near Red Lake Falls, MN?
Camping near Red Lake Falls, MN works best in the shoulder seasons, with spring and fall hitting the sweet spot in most of the country. Summer is peak in northern climates; winter is peak in the southern and desert states. Local weather and elevation drive the specifics.
How far are RV campgrounds from Red Lake Falls, MN?
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Where are dump stations near Red Lake Falls, MN?
Dump stations near Red Lake Falls, MN are usually at private RV parks and state park campgrounds, sometimes for a fee if you're not staying overnight. RVDumpsites.net maps the nearest options.
What's the best time of year to rent a RV in Red Lake Falls, MN?
Renting a RV in Red Lake Falls, MN works best in the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) across most of the U.S. Peak rental demand runs June through August nationwide, while the snowbird stretch from December through March drives winter demand in the southern states and southwest deserts.
What's the best time of year to rent an RV in Red Lake Falls, MN?
RV rentals in Red Lake Falls, MN peak from June through August when school is out. Shoulder months (April, May, September, October) usually have better availability and lower rates. Winter is high season for snowbird destinations in Florida, Arizona, Texas, and southern California.
Can I have an RV delivered to my home or campground in Red Lake Falls, MN?
Yes. Many RVezy hosts in the U.S. deliver and set up at your home, a campground, or a destination. It's especially useful for first-time renters and for trips into remote areas where backing in a big rig isn't fun.
Can the RV be delivered near Red Lake Falls, MN?
In most cases, yes. A lot of U.S. hosts offer to drop off the RV near Red Lake Falls, MN at your driveway, a campground, or wherever you're starting your trip. It saves you the drive and the setup.