Forestville Mystery Cave State Park Main Campground
Open for the season. Full amenities including flush toilets, hot showers, and dump station are operational mid-April through mid-October. All sites require advance reservations through the Minnesota DNR reservation system. The campground accommodates RVs up to 50 feet.
Flood Watch issued September 18 at 11:00AM CDT until September 19 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Iowa, including the following counties, Allamakee, Howard, Mitchell and Winneshiek, southeast Minnesota, including the following counties, Dodge, Fillmore, Houston, Mower, Olmsted and Winona, and Wisconsin, including the following counties, Crawford, Grant, La Crosse, Monroe, Richland and Vernon. * WHEN...From 7 PM CDT this evening through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Widespread rain has developed across the region today and will continue into the day Saturday. The heaviest rainfall will occur from Friday evening through Saturday morning. Some locations may see multiple inches of rainfall, particularly near and south of Interstate 94. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Located in Minnesota's Driftless Area, Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park Main Campground sits within a landscape of deep valleys, cold streams, and limestone bluffs that escaped glaciation. The 73-site campground is divided between non-electric sites (1-50) and electric sites (51-73), all landscaped with native vegetation providing privacy and wildlife habitat. Paved access loops lead to modern restrooms with flush toilets and individual shower rooms. The park's dual identity offers both above-ground and underground experiences. Three designated trout streams draw anglers seeking brown trout, while over 16 miles of trails traverse ridgetops and stream valleys for hiking and horseback riding. Below ground, Mystery Cave extends over 13 miles, making it Minnesota's longest cave system. Guided tours run from May through October, showcasing formations, fossils, and underground pools. Note that white-nose syndrome fungus has been confirmed in the cave, requiring visitors to walk across decontamination mats. Historic Forestville, a restored 1899 village within the park, operates during summer months with costumed interpreters demonstrating period life. The campground's summer interpretive programs take place at the amphitheater on weekends.
Directions
From State Highway 16, go 4 miles south on Fillmore County Highway 5, then 2 miles east on Fillmore County Road 118 to the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 646-6367 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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