Top Cabins near Cotton, MN

We all love roasting marshmallows over a campfire—and you can often still do that while cabin camping in Cotton. Finding a place to cabin camp near Cotton is easier than ever. Each cabin rental offers quick access to one or more of Cotton's most popular destinations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Cotton, MN (20)

    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
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    1. Jay Cooke

    64 Reviews
    267 Photos
    334 Saves

    The rugged land formations of Jay Cooke State Park enhance the beauty of the hardwood forests and make for great camping near Minneapolis. The water-eroded gorge, steep valleys, and massive rock formations are seen throughout the park. In some seasons, the water of the St. Louis River thunders over slabs of ancient, exposed rock. At other times, it slows to a gentle trickle. Visitors enjoy the scenic splendor of Jay Cooke State Park during all seasons. Drive-in Sites 79 Sites: Most are wooded sites. In winter, 12 sites are kept available for winter camping. Of these, five are electric sites. Pull-Through Sites: One Site Electric Sites: 21 Sites Majority of sites are 20 and 30 amps, some 50 amp. RV Length Limit: Variable by site up to 60 Feet Length is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed. Wheelchair Accessible Sites: 3 Sites Located near drinking water. Two sites are electric, one is non-electric. Backpack Sites: 4 Sites Sites are located from 1 to 4 miles from parking area. Each site has picnic table, fire ring and latrine. Campers must haul water or treat water on site. Trail access to these sites has been restored after a 2012 flood, but a few nearby trails remain closed. Please register at the park office for details on how to get to these sites. Walk-in Sites: 4 Sites Sites are located 50 to 150 feet from parking area. Group Camp: 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 25 people Remote, wooded camp with walk-in sites approximately 150' from parking area (limited parking). Carts are provided to carry in camping gear. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only. Lodging Camper Cabins: 5 Cabins All cabins have a screened porch. Electricity and heat are available year-round. Agate and Basalt cabins are ADA accessible and sleep 5. Slate, Gabbro, and Shale Cabins sleep 6 people. Pets not allowed in cabins. More information on camper cabins.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Spirit Mountain Campground

    24 Reviews
    49 Photos
    150 Saves

    Nestled in a forest on the western high point of Duluth, Minnesota, Spirit Mountain Campground offers walk-in tenting as well as 73 campsites equipped with fire pits, picnic tables, and electricity. Easy access to our award-winning Mountain Bike Trails, our Adventure Park and Superior Hiking Trail. Thirty-nine sites have water hook-ups, and two shower buildings offer 24-hour convenience. Spirit Mountain overlooks majestic Lake Superior and the St. Louis Bay. Natural beauty abounds in the area– you can quickly and easily access water, hiking and biking trails and much more. The trailhead for the Superior Hiking Trail is within walking distance of the Campground. And near the Campground, there is an overlook area of Lake Superior, the bay, the St. Louis River, and the Aerial Lift Bridge.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Bear Head Lake State Park

    39 Reviews
    132 Photos
    168 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $16 - $22 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Fisherman's Point City Campground
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    4. Fisherman's Point City Campground

    6 Reviews
    20 Photos
    35 Saves

    In season camping runs from April to September, with reservations available. Off season camping is first-come-first-served at a discounted rate

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    5. Cloquet-Duluth KOA

    9 Reviews
    6 Photos
    15 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    6. Savanna Portage State Park

    12 Reviews
    59 Photos
    38 Saves
    • Pets
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    7. Fond du Lac City

    9 Reviews
    5 Photos
    56 Saves
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    • Electric Hookups
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
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    8. Lake Vermilion-Soudan Mine State Park

    12 Reviews
    78 Photos
    40 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $23 / night

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    9. Big Lake Shores & The Lounge

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    11 Saves
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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
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    10. Penmarallter Campsite

    3 Reviews
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    28 Saves
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    • Reservable
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Recent Cabin Reviews In Cotton

191 Reviews of 20 Cotton Campgrounds


  • Bjoern C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spirit Mountain Campground
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Spirit Mountain Campground

    Good site to explore duluth

    The camp site was big enough for our car and our 6 person tent. The office had weird opening ours. I would recommend getting ice and wood at the nearby gas station. Overall a quiet campground. Was a pleasant experience

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    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Aug. 10, 2024

    Jay Cooke

    Hike in site: Highland

    The campsite was perfectly good: nice and spacious over looking the river. It is well off the main hiking trail and quite private. The view of the river is heavily obstructed and there really is no easy and safe way down the cliff to the river. Still it is nice to hear the river. You need to bring on drinking water, otherwise you need to go about 1/8 of a mile to a small creek to get filterable water.

    The hike in is easy, but once you are off the main trail (the first mile) the trail is grass—be prepared for lots of ticks.

  • Lindsay T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Savanna Portage State Park
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Savanna Portage Long Weekend

    Lovely sites with plenty of trees so most sites are quite private. Mosquitoes are brutal here, especially on the hiking club trail and to a somewhat lesser degree in the campground. We were thankful to have a screen tent for this visit. No Verizon cell service at the campground. Surprisingly good cell service at the Loon Lake area of the park, which also has a beautiful short hike!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sandy Lake
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Sandy Lake

    Small clean park with active host and rangers

    Base camp for fishing Big Sandy. Stayed here several times in a tent and a trailer. Nice sites but surrounded by swampy areas so mosquitoes are thick.

    Very clean, pay attention to north or south entrance. Have to drive on either end can’t cross the dam with a vehicle.

    But firewood before hand as well.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Jun. 25, 2024

    Jay Cooke

    Peaceful corner

    As a tent camper, i prefer quiet and private sights. The circle this site was part of, was just that. The walk to the updated bathrooms (with showers) is pretty pretty. It was buggy (mosquitoes) but fire and bug spray kept it manageable. The pit toilet next to site 18 had an occasional waft of smell but nothing too lingering or bad.

  • Emelia O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Jay Cooke

    Beautiful Hiking

    The site was nice a secluded but still close to water and bathrooms. The downside to this specific site is that it is close to the group camp so it was pretty noisy.

  • Brady J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Head Lake State Park
    Oct. 24, 2023

    Bear Head Lake State Park

    Classic Northwoods camping/hiking

    Campsite was good size and relatively private in the non electric area. Beautiful park overall and love the proximity from Ely and Lake Vermillion. I did find bear scat near our site so be sure to practice proper bear safety precautions.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vermilion-Soudan Mine State Park
    Oct. 1, 2023

    Lake Vermilion-Soudan Mine State Park

    Spacious Sites

    There were no problems getting to this state park. We pulled into the dump station just before entering the campground(CG) area to get fresh water. While we were there, a park ranger stopped to check us in, including processing us for a free annual MN state park pass for disabled veterans. We followed the site signage to electric(50/30/20 AMP) only site 110, which was an easy back-in. The site was long enough for our 40’ toy hauler to include putting our back patio down and parking our F-450. We especially liked how ample trees and bushes were separating the sites, and you are well away from your neighbors. The site gave us plenty of space to set up our chairs around a nice fire pit and one fine picnic table. Get water as you come into the CG, as the spigots throughout the park do not have threads. The 300 loop has pull-throughs that will handle large rigs, with 312 being the best. We got 5 bars 4G. on Verizon. We put Starlink on the roof and got a decent signal. There was a nice shower house/restrooms where the park also sold firewood. Formal trail systems are throughout the CG and park, and we enjoyed walking our dogs. We really like the variety of RV sites for all sizes of RVs, but it's too bad the CG area has no water views.

  • C G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jacobson County Campground
    Sep. 22, 2023

    Jacobson County Campground

    Overall, a quiet and good campground.

    Some sites that are closest to the river are close together but okay view. Vaulted toilet and recycling/dumpster close proximity.

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    Aug. 21, 2023

    Anchor Inn Campground

    Great price for a quiet campsite near the Apostle Islands

    Had a lovely stay here on August 18th. You can't beat the price ($14/night for electric up to 50 amps). The woman I booked the reservation through was really nice and laid back. The campground is quiet, chill and safe. The woman's restroom was clean, despite some mildew on the shower ceiling (no big deal). Dog-friendly and free WiFi. Great option if you're looking for something near the Apostle Islands that's inexpensive and includes electricity. I stayed in spot 2, which is near the bathrooms and has a picnic table and fire pit.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fisherman's Point City Campground
    Jul. 16, 2023

    Fisherman's Point City Campground

    Beautiful campground

    Campground was well kept, not much noise, lots of spaces that have water access. The bathrooms and showers were neat and clean. Easy to checkin online either on-site or before you get there. Very few bugs of any kind.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Savanna Portage State Park
    Jun. 6, 2023

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Beautiful park, okay campground

    Savanna portage is gorgeous with serene lakes and some nice hiking! We loved the continental divide trail. The campground is a little cramped and rustic. My main complaint was the water was full of iron- it was a little brown and didn’t taste very good. Overall, a perfectly great experience though- beautiful nature, not many people, what more could you want? Mosquitos are terrible- come prepared!!!

  • Deb M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi River - COE/Sandy Lake - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
    May. 24, 2023

    Mississippi River - COE/Sandy Lake - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    NOT Closed

    This COE campground is fully open and functional. There’s a nice variety of sites available, a boat landing and docks, shower building, dump station, playground, beach, etc. It’s all very nicely maintained. Some of the sites are a bit open to each other, but are well spaced. Tip - drinking water in the North Campground is not at the dump station, but on the other end near the boat launch.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    May. 2, 2023

    Jay Cooke

    Nice state park camping

    We stopped here on our way to north Minnesota. Originally we planned 2 days but really needed to rest so extended it to 4 days. It was a little hairy getting to, the 2 lane winding road with the raging river on one side did slow us down a bit.  The Rangers were friendly and accommodating. The park had taken quite a beating with the winter storm that had been there the previous week, a lot of sites were closed due to trees down and snow.  While we were there they were actively cleaning up, but left in the afternoon so we had no disturbances from saws or equipment noise. The water was not turned on yet for the season, so the bathroom/showers and dump station were not available.  There was a potable water source at the front of our loop to fill our fresh tank and our water storage cubes.  The sites were shaded well, and easy to back into.  We had to work a bit to get our camper level but that may have been due to the snow and water that was on the site so we figured it was par for the course.  We walked to the Welcome Center and the swinging bridge, there were multiple hiking trails accessible by the camping area.  It was relatively busy on the weekend but cleared out during the week.  We had lots of wildlife visitors.  The park is pet friendly.  We found affordable propane and a dump site closer to Duluth.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mont du Lac Resort
    Mar. 9, 2023

    Mont du Lac Resort

    Winter camping was cozy in the cabin

    This was my first time at this location and we decided to do a cabin (package) so that we could stay and ski (well, they skied I snowshoed). The cabin was nicely located close to the slope but not in the way of the action.

    Cabin 1 was an RV Cabin (as they call it) which is sort of RV shaped but not on wheels.  Wooden cabin, 2 bedrooms and a loft with plenty of space for sleeping. It was carpeted with outlets and windows and lights .  We had three teenage boys up there and could easily have slept 2 to 3 more.  A mini kitchen with fridge, stove, pots, pans, dishes, soap and microwave as well as full bathroom with shower.  All linens provided. Ah yes - and it's heated/cooled too! Not with a wood stove, but an actual thermostat adjustable heater. Bedrooms have mini plug in ceramic type heaters for extra warmth.

    If you stay in a cabin or campsite (they are open in summer) you get a discount on lift tickets. During the summer, there is a lazy river, mini water slide type of platform and a summer tubing area that runs through the trees!

    While I can not speak for the actual campsites since they were snow covered, I can say that they do have them.

    Additionally, all sites have a fire ring, picnic table and the cabins have BBQ grills. Firewood available for purchase.

  • Brad P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Feb. 17, 2023

    Jay Cooke

    A True Minnesota Jewel

    The park is a little off the beaten path so quiet on the whole. Jay Cooke has many miles of walking trails and the swinging bridge (St. Louis River) is a must see and a must cross. Campsites are fairly secluded and heavily wooded. Spend a few days at Jay Cooke, there is much to see.

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Park Lake Resort and Campgrounds
    Dec. 22, 2022

    Park Lake Resort and Campgrounds

    Mostly full timers

    Interesting set up as this is great for families. Lots of full timers and season guests coming here annually. Great location and the fishing is great and you have direct access to it! Couple full time cabins but the main attraction here is the bar. Lots of locals come in and enjoy this. Food was good!

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Dec. 22, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Doesn’t matter the time of the year

    Never fails this campground is perfect. Lots to do and honestly I have grown to really enjoy coming here in the winter. Yes water is shutoff and you don’t get to us le the awesome shower house but there are hardly any people here! Always enjoy this campground and the area surrounding. Lots of good hikes!

  • Amy G.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vermillion Soudan Mine State Park Cabins — Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park
    Nov. 30, 2022

    Lake Vermillion Soudan Mine State Park Cabins — Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park

    Cabins are very modern and full of modern amenities

    PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE PARK BUT NOT THE CABINS - see below for details.

    This part of the state park is very new! These cabins are a fairly new addition and aimed to cater to those that love winter outings but want warmth and electronic lifelines.

    We stayed in "Ning" cabin which is an abbreviation of the actual name. All cabins have native Ojibwe names. It was there last on the loop and right next to a short trail. A vault toilet is about 30 feet away.

    This campground had wifi throughout the campground and cabins. This let me work while we were there with my computer without issues. It's easy to log into (open your browser and the option will pop up, or search for it in your wifi network options). 

    Firewood - this is a super cool policy.  You can't bring your own wood, but you can pay $10/day for a permit that you hand at your site. They have a "shed" with pre-split wood that's dry and ready for the campfire.  You can burn what you need daily and put the rest back before you leave.  This is not meant to "burn it all" but it allows you to have a fire, stay warm, have fun and not run out of wood.  Great price considering the amount many places charge for a dinky little bundle that lasts about an hour. You also can't take it home, so just be smart about the process and it's a great option for everyone!

    The inside of the cabin was wow!  Electricity outlets were plenty (in all the bunks - as well as lights in all bunks).  Hard floors, a vacuum for when you were done, shelves for gear and food, baseboard heaters, A/C in summer, big windows, ceiling fan, rug to wipe your boots, lots of coathangers.

    Outside a small deck and picnic table, food prep station with an outlet - very cool!  Fire ring was down a set of stairs near the woods.

    Please note:  PETS are allowed in the park, but NOT in the cabins and NOT on the deck of the cabin.  Pretty steep fees if they find this happening. 

    Also...you have to bring your own bedding (sleeping bags or sheets/blanket).

    Nice perk - there is an indoor showerhouse with bathrooms, hot water and potable drinking water station so you don't have to sacrifice in the winter!

    Overall great stay for $90 - quieter than a hotel for sure!

  • Lesley R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Oct. 29, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Waterfalls Et Al

    Excellent hiking and camping experiences here. Stayed for a weekend and returned after for many, many day hikes. Plenty of wildlife to see, a newly rebuilt “swing bridge” over the rusty rushing of the Saint Louis River. And the locals are pleasant, heck, it’s Minnesota! Buggy in summer due to all the water, bring excellent hiking shoes for the rocks yer gonna wanna climb around on. Excellent autumn photography options for all occasions. Camping is is a more secluded area where most day-hikers don’t come across ya.

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Savanna Portage State Park
    Oct. 25, 2022

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Little Crowded But still peaceful

    I have stayed here in the past, but that was a couple years ago. I stayed this time to go hiking and kayaking in the area. There are several trails near the area and some connected to the campsite. I tried to hike around the lake but ran into several impassable spots bc of a recent rain. I really do like the variety of this camp ground as you can get both electric, non-electric, group sites, and smaller sites all right close. I have hiked several of the trails and always see lots of wildlife. It is a great place to go and get lost in the woods...on some trails of course. I would highly recommend.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Oct. 2, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Campground for everyone

    This campground has it all: sites for families to reserve by one another, campsites with more privacy, RV specific loops. With newly updated facilities, it can feel like glamping. Good proximity to bridge and nearby hikes. I highly recommend finding the cedar forest near the CCC Trail on the north side of campground.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Fond du Lac City
    Aug. 15, 2022

    Fond du Lac City

    Old campground

    Pretty tight for big rigs. Bathrooms are so so..No camp store. We were here during busy mayfly hatch…but we were on a waterfront site.

  • Brady J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Vermilion-Soudan Mine State Park
    Aug. 8, 2022

    Lake Vermilion-Soudan Mine State Park

    Very nice campground, beautiful park overall

    This park might be at the top of my list at the moment for MN. Our campsite was spacious, relatively private, and right next to the woods. The campground itself was very nice and the bathroom lodge was immaculate. They have the best firewood policy I’ve seen - $10/day for unlimited wood. All thick cut birch wood. With the campground being so new there are still lots of things they are workin on including adding trail signage. The trail beginning from the 200’s sites down to the lake was leisurely and beautiful with an amazing view of Lake Vermillion in two spots. We watched the sunset from the docks at the boat launch near the campground and it was beautiful. The campground also has wifi which we didn’t use but I tested the speeds on my cell phone out of curiosity and was getting speeds over 200mbps which really shocked me. The next morning we took a stroll around the hiking club loop at the main office and really enjoyed that as well. Overall a very enjoyable experience at a very unique state park. Looking forward to going back

  • Joe R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jay Cooke
    Jul. 25, 2022

    Jay Cooke

    Jay Cooke destination

    Jay Cooke is really a must experience state park within easy driving distance to other parks in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
    Positives:

    • Amazing hiking and water play
    • photogenic
    • Some open site options for camping with other families or friends and many private sites
    • Very clean and large shower/restroom facilities
    • 15 min to small town grocery store
    • Standard fire rings that you can grill on too
    • lots of bird watching

    Negative:

    • MOSQUITOS!!!! Bring bulk bug spray or extra blood.
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    Camper-submitted photo from Savanna Portage State Park
    Jul. 22, 2022

    Savanna Portage State Park

    Map not accurate

    We were frustrated as a family with 2 young kids to find that the “playground” on the map is just a green (actually weed) space with no playground, no volleyball net, literally nothing. The trail around shumway lake is apparently closed which I take to mean unkept so we stayed off of it. Not much to do with kids unless you drive over to loon lake. They have a small beach and small playground. The trail around loon lake is nice and ok for kids 6+. Frustrated that the map is inaccurate as we always choose sites near a playground for the kids and this one is nonexistent even though it’s listed on the map.

    The other thing that was extremely annoying is that the flies and mosquitoes are completely out of control. We literally couldn’t sit outside. It was the RV or the gazebo. And this was all day, not just at night.

    The grounds are beautiful but would not come back.



Guide to Cotton

Camping near Cotton, Minnesota, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Explore the scenic trails at Jay Cooke State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The park has many miles of walking trails and the swinging bridge is a must-see." Another camper noted, "We walked to the Welcome Center and the swinging bridge, with multiple hiking trails accessible by the camping area."
  • Fishing and Water Activities: If you enjoy fishing, check out Fisherman's Point City Campground. A reviewer said, "The campground was well kept, not much noise, lots of spaces that have water access." Another camper added, "Great place. Plenty to do. Canoe and kayak rentals are available."
  • Mountain Biking: For biking enthusiasts, Spirit Mountain Campground is a great spot. One visitor shared, "The downhill mountain biking is awesome, and the Adventure Park was a lot of fun too."

What campers like:

  • Secluded Campsites: Many campers appreciate the privacy offered at Indian Point City Campground. A reviewer mentioned, "This campground is wonderful. You are so close to the downtown area in this hidden cove."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff. At Buffalo Valley Camping, one visitor said, "Staff was very helpful and accommodating." Another camper echoed this sentiment, stating, "Very friendly owners and great campsites."
  • Clean Facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are a big plus. A camper at Red Pine Campground noted, "Bathrooms (only 1 shower but it’s fabulous)!"

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Fond du Lac City, may lack certain amenities. A visitor mentioned, "Bathrooms are so-so... No camp store."
  • Bug Spray is Essential: Mosquitoes can be a nuisance, especially in the summer. One camper at Jay Cooke State Park Campground said, "It was buggy (mosquitoes) but fire and bug spray kept it manageable."
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A camper at Cloquet-Duluth KOA advised, "Make reservations early in the season because things fill up quickly."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Sherwood Forest Campground, which has a playground for kids. A reviewer said, "Cool view looking over a nice lake, has a playground for the kids."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring bikes or kayaks for family fun. One camper at Fisherman's Point City Campground mentioned, "Onsite dump station and fresh water fill up!"
  • Pack Snacks and Meals: Having food on hand can save time and money. A visitor at Spirit Mountain Campground suggested, "I would recommend getting ice and wood at the nearby gas station."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Red Pine Campground noted, "The site included: picnic table on grass and fire ring."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds may not have full hookups. A visitor at Indian Point City Campground mentioned, "Some full hookups, most have electric and water."
  • Stay Connected: If you need internet, check cell service availability. A camper at Whiteface Reservoir said, "Spotty internet, 1 bar."

Camping near Cotton, Minnesota, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Cotton, MN is Jay Cooke with a 4.7-star rating from 64 reviews.

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