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Bray Park (Blue Earth County Park)
Overview
Bray Park is a scenic destination situated along the southeastern shore of Madison Lake. Managed by Blue Earth County, this park is known for its lush greenery and access to one of the region's most popular recreational lakes. It offers a balanced mix of quiet relaxation and active outdoor pursuits. The park provides a peaceful atmosphere for RVers looking to escape more crowded commercial resorts while remaining close to southern Minnesota's natural beauty and recreational water activities.
Location & Surroundings
Set in the heart of Blue Earth County, the park is surrounded by mature hardwood forests and the expansive waters of Madison Lake. The geography is typical of southern Minnesota, featuring rolling hills and fertile landscapes. Its position is just a few miles from the city of Madison Lake, making it a prime spot for observing local wildlife. The environment provides a distinct lakeside retreat feel that serves as a quiet sanctuary for travelers passing through the region.
Amenities & Park Features
The park offers a variety of camping options, including electric hookup sites that accommodate various RV sizes. Travelers have access to essential facilities designed to make a stay comfortable:
- Modern restrooms and shower facilities
- A convenient dump station for RVers
- Direct boat launch access to Madison Lake
- A sandy swimming beach and picnic areas
These features ensure that while the park remains rustic and natural, it provides the necessary conveniences for a multi-day stay in a wooded setting.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Anglers often frequent the area for the lake's abundant walleye and panfish. Beyond the water, the Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail is a major draw for those interested in long-distance cycling or hiking on paved paths. The nearby city of Madison Lake offers local eateries and small-town charm, while the larger metropolitan area of Mankato is just a short drive away. There, visitors can explore Minneopa State Park or enjoy the various shopping and dining opportunities available.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for families and couples seeking a tranquil lakeside environment that prioritizes nature over commercial flash. It is particularly well-suited for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy fishing, kayaking, and trail walking in a relaxed setting. RVers who prefer the simplicity of a county park and the shade of a wooded campsite will find Bray Park to be one of the most inviting stops in the Madison Lake area.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Scott Naylon
My local favorite. Great campground on a great fishing lake. Friendly, helpful staff. Nice RV and tent spots. I would give 6 stars if I could! Highly recommend
Dan Seidl
Great family-friendly park! From the playground and beach for the young kids to renting a canoe or kayak for the older kids. This place I very much recommend, there's enough to do for everyone to leave their phones at home!
Molly Altenburg
Went for the public beach. The area is clean and nice facilities it seems but walking into the water it’s super rocky and a ton of clay type sink holes. My 5 year old had water shoes on that were sucked off in the clay sink hole and we couldn’t find it even after digging in the hole. My flip flop was also sucked off in a clay sink hole and we couldn’t find that either. This was right in the swimming area and there are multiple sink holes along the shore walking into the lake. Beware ! It was honestly scary, I sunk in pretty deep.
Angela Schramm
Beautiful campground and park! Clean, well maintained camping sites and bathrooms. Very nice playground and beach area with a gorgeous view of Madison Lake. A wonderful, quiet place to get away and relax.
Beth Bergmans
Let's start with the positives. Overall the park is really pretty. Lots of green areas and easy, walkable trails. The lake is beautiful but very busy with skiers. The beach looks lovely (though we haven't visited yet). Lots of birds singing, squirrels foraging, even saw a bald eagle fly just a few feet above our heads. Now for the not so good. The bathhouse is pretty dated and poorly lit. When we arrived there was no TP in either of the women's stalls but the caretaker fixed that as soon as I let him know. We booked site 15 which was listed as a back-in site for RVs/MHs with electric and water. However, the site itself is so poorly graded that's there's no way of leveling a MH on it. It's like they dumped a bunch of class 5 but forgot to spread it out. The water spigot is over by site 14, so you have to run your water hose through your campsite to connect to your camper. The site does back up to the lake and has some nice trees for shade so that's good. The caretaker was terrific though he couldn't change us to a different site because the grounds were fully booked. If we weren't traveling with friends we would have broke camp, ate the reservation costs, and headed back home. The net of this review is that the campground is nice but avoid site 15 unless you're in a tent.