St. Croix Bluff Regional Park Campground is a scenic and serene oasis along the Mississippi River. It is located just 20 minutes from the suburbs of St. Paul, MN, in a wooded area on the bluffs of the St. Croix River. The park offers a full range of family-friendly amenities including pull-through and back-in sites, big rig access, picnic table and fire pit at each site, dump station,...

Afton State Park is perfect for family camping, especially in Fall, Winter, and Spring. It is located just 40 minutes from Minneapolis-St. Paul and is a great beginner campground for backpackers. The campground is only a 1-mile hike in, and the last 1/4 mile or so is up a steep hill. There are a number of sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and designated spaces for tents. Additionally,...