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Monson Lake State Park

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🏕️ CampgroundBrainerd LakesMinnesota
Monson Lake State Park
🟢 6 open windows right now — soonest Sun Sep 6–Wed Sep 9
Availability checked 14h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 4 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Monson Lake State Park in Minnesota has 6 open booking windows on the park's online reservation system right now, the soonest Sun Sep 6–Wed Sep 9. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sun Sep 6 – Wed Sep 93 nightsbook — pick dates there →👥 9 & 10 next to each othersites 7, 9, 10, 12
Mon Sep 7 – Thu Sep 103 nightsbook — pick dates there →👥 3 in a row, 4–6 next to each othersites 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 14, 16E, 17E, 18E, CH19, 20E
Tue Sep 8 – Fri Sep 113 nightsbook — pick dates there →sites 1, 3
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →👥 3 & 4 next to each othersites 1, 3, 4, 7, 9
Fri Oct 9 – Mon Oct 123 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →👥 3 in a row, 10–12 next to each othersites 5, 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 17E, 18E, 20E
Fri Oct 16 – Mon Oct 193 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →sites 2, 16E
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 18.8 mi away (straight line).

⚡ Tesla Supercharger18.8 midirections →
🔌 Goodwill18.6 midirections →
🔌 Mills Auto Center19.6 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 24 openings at Monson Lake State Park over the last 30 days, on 24 separate days, most of them for stays 1–31 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Monson Lake State Park FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Monson Lake State Park?

Monson Lake State Park in Minnesota takes campsite reservations through the park's online reservation system. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How can I get a spot at Monson Lake State Park when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Monson Lake State Park often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Monson Lake State Park?

CampSage's scans caught 24 openings at Monson Lake State Park over the last 30 days, on 24 separate days, most of them for stays 1–31 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Where is Monson Lake State Park located?

Monson Lake State Park is located in Brainerd Lakes, Minnesota. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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