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If camping is your thing, you’ ll find campgrounds throughout the southwest metro area. Options abound, from rustic settings to RV campgrounds with full amenities such as showers and laundry facilities. Three excellent sources of information for campgrounds are:
Three Rivers Park District
( 763) 559-9000 threeriversparks. org
Scott County Parks
( 952) 496-8475 co. scott. mn. us / parkslibraryenv / parkstrails
Carver County Parks
( 952) 466-5250 | co. carver. mn. us
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Cleary Lake Park Campground
This camp is the perfect piece of serenity for the hiker in you. Placed right in the heart of Cleary Lake Regional Park, these grounds are home to 15 walk-in sites. The location of these sites make it perfect for the person or family looking to be free of all technology and really reconnect with nature because of their no-electricity sites. In fact, since hikers must walk to reach these sites, only tents are allowed inside of this campground. Say goodbye to all RVs and trucks and say hello to the nighttime stars above. This is the perfect place to relax and get away from daily stresses.
( 764) 694-7777 threeriversparks. org
Dakotah Meadows Campground
If being completely cut off from technology isn’ t really how you wish to spend your vacation, visit Dakotah Meadows Campground. RV- and trailer-friendly, this camp is located right next to Mystic Lake Casino. Dakotah Meadows Campground can make anyone happy thanks to the impressive surrounding nature, and the ability to take advantage of air conditioning and electronics. This campground is also the perfect piece of heaven for families because of the extensive, all-encompassing scenic hiking, while also being just a short trip away from city attractions like the Mall of America.
( 952) 445-8800 dakotahmeadows. om