The Lakeview Campground at Sibley State Park is getting a significant upgrade. As part of a redevelopment project, the campground is getting a full infrastructure and facilities overhaul to better serve visitors. Improvements include redesigned roadways, larger campsites, and updated historic buildings that meet modern safety and accessibility standards.

The project, funded in part by the Get Out MORE (modernizing outdoor recreation experiences) initiative, began in November 2023 and is planned to wrap up mid-May 2025. Until the project is complete, the Lakeview Campground will remain closed. However, visitors can still enjoy the Oak Ridge Campground (with electric and non-electric sites) and the horse campground, as well as nearby recreational facilities like the swimming beach, picnic area, and gift shop.

When complete, Lakeview Campground will offer a redesigned layout that improves space, accessibility, and stormwater management. The number of campsites will decrease from 71 to 41—but 40 of the 41 sites will now have electricity. A new, centrally located dump station will also replace the current, congested site.

Additionally, the park’s historic 1930s Veterans’ Conservation Corps buildings will undergo renovations that respect their original character while adding modern amenities and accessibility upgrades. Stay tuned for a refreshed and revitalized Lakeview Campground experience in 2025!

Interpretive Center Closure
The upper level of the interpretive center is closed for renovations through mid-August 2025. The trail center and bathrooms in the lower level are still open.

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*Information and photos provided by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources