Whitewater Campground

The Great Outdoors

In addition to Whitewater State Park, there are dozens of state parks and recreation areas nearby, and countless others in the rest of the state. Before you venture off to see some of Minnesota’s best parks, it's a great idea to spend some time at Whitewater State Park while you are camping there. Over 300,000 people visit the park annually, thanks to its magnificent limestone and dolomite bluffs lining the river. There are even a few dozen historic structures and buildings scattered throughout the park, erected by the Civilian Conservation Corps after The Great Depression.John A. Latsch State Park is easy to find when you're camping at Whitewater Campground. Along the legendary Mississippi River, the most distinctive features in this state park are Mount Hope, Mount Faith, and Mount Charity, three stunning bluffs overlooking the river. Climbing to the apex of Mount Charity is an ideal way to bask in panoramic views of the river valley, and camping out overnight in your RV rental is an option here too. Merrick State Park, on the Wisconsin side of the Mississippi River, has three separate campgrounds by the water, along with two boat ramps and a network of trails where you can hike, bike, snowshoe, or ski.Also on the banks of the Mississippi River, Great River Bluffs State Park has some impressive features of its own. Much like John A. Latsch State Park, there are epic bluffs rising high above the river, with sandstone and dolomite cliffs. Hiking and biking trails are marked out for the public to use, and the river is an obvious place to do some swimming, boating, or fishing. Camping out beneath the stars is possible if you feel like getting away for a night; don’t miss out on this fantastic park when you book an RV in Winona County.

City Attractions

St. Charles is the closest town to Whitewater Campground. In this small town, you can do some grocery shopping or dining, but for sightseeing opportunities, Rochester is the place to be. In this mid-sized city, you can tour a variety of historic homes and sites. The Mayowood Mansion and the Plummer House are just two of the city’s old landmarks, the former of which was built by the family who established the Mayo Clinic. Stunning architecture, antique furniture, and lavish gardens are reason enough to see these historic homes in person.The Rochester Civic Theater is an intimate, black box building with amazing acoustics and a slew of perfect seats. You can see live music, musicals, plays, comedy acts, and a bevy of other entertaining performances at this charming house of art in the heart of Rochester.If you want to learn a little bit about the regional nature and wildlife, the Quarry Hill Nature Center is a great place to stop. Connect with nature on hiking trails, or learn about small woodland creatures, birds, and reptiles with the help of passionate employees. People of all ages will appreciate this place.Book a travel trailer rental near St. Charles and settle into one of the scenic campsites at Whitewater State Park for a relaxing stay. Whether it's the city lights of Rochester or the tranquility of the forest you hope to experience, Whitewater Campground is a great place to base your Minnesota explorations.