Dispersed Camping in Washington County, Minnesota
Showing 9 locations in Washington County.
Afton State Park Backcountry Campground
A scenic, quiet hike-in campground within Afton State Park. It features 28 rustic backpack-in sites that require a 0.75-mile to 1-mile hike from the main backpacker parking lot. The campground provides a peaceful forest experience close to the Twin Cities metro area.
Afton State Park
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Afton State Park Riverside Camp
A scenic group campsite situated directly on the shores of the St. Croix River. Excellent for canoe-in campers or backpackers, offering picnic tables and a fire ring in a beautiful riverside clearing.
Anytime Fitness - Cottage Grove
Paved commercial parking lot at the Anytime Fitness in Cottage Grove.
Cottage Grove Transit Parking
A commuter park-and-ride lot in Cottage Grove that is typically empty in the evening. While spacious, transit lots are highly regulated and active overnight sleeping is restricted.
Lower Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
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Planet Fitness - Cottage Grove
A standard commercial parking lot at Planet Fitness in Cottage Grove where overnight stays typically require manager permission.
Spring Lake Park Reserve Campground
A scenic county park campground offering several wooded campsites named after local birds, located near the Mississippi River with access to hiking trails and an archery range.
St. Croix Riverway Access
A scenic riverfront access point along the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, likely restricted to day-use or boat-in camping.