Mille Lacs Kathio Group Campground
Open — Open year-round for reservations. The campground operates during winter months with available sites.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 6 at 11:24PM CST until March 7 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
...FREEZING RAIN, SLEET, AND SNOW TO SPREAD EAST THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... .Roads have become ice covered across western MN, which is creating slick travel conditions. The band of freezing rain and mixed wintry precipitation is forecast to move eastward tonight. As a result, slick travel conditions are likely to develop across much of the Advisory area and will likely persist through daybreak Saturday. * WHAT...Freezing rain and snow expected. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...McLeod, Sherburne, Sibley, Wright, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Martin, Nicollet, and Watonwan Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions.
About
The group campground at Mille Lacs Kathio State Park offers rustic camping in a wooded setting near the Rum River access. The facility includes two separate group sites designed to accommodate different group sizes. Group Site 1 can host up to 15 people, while the larger Group Site 2 can accommodate up to 45 people. Each site is equipped with multiple tent pads, fire rings, and picnic tables to support group activities and camping. The campground is situated within a National Historic Landmark District that preserves 9,000 years of human activity. While the group sites themselves are rustic, campers have access to the park's extensive amenities, including miles of hiking trails, a 100-foot fire tower with panoramic views, the Kathio Interpretive Center, and water access to the historic Rum River. The park's trail system is popular year-round for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. The location near the Rum River access provides opportunities for paddling on the slow-current river, which is ideal for family canoe outings. The park also offers rental canoes and kayaks. With its combination of rustic group camping and access to diverse recreational opportunities, the campground serves as an excellent base for extended group outings in any season.
Directions
Located eight miles north of Onamia off Highway 169 on County Road 26, within Mille Lacs Kathio State Park. The group campground is situated near the Rum River access.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Mille Lacs Kathio Petaga Campground 0.5mi
- Camper Cabins 0.6mi
- Backpack Campsites 1.2mi
- Equestrian Campground - Horse Required 1.0mi
- Ogechie Campground 1.5mi
- Father Hennepin State Park Campground 13mi
- Father Hennepin State Park Track Chair 13mi
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area Yurts 28mi
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area Group Campground 27mi
Location
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $50 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 646-6367 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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