Best Glamping near Dassel, MN
Lake Maria State Park Campground and Cokato Lake RV Resort Cooperative Association provide upscale outdoor accommodations amid Minnesota's natural landscape. Both locations offer glamping options with premium amenities not found at standard campgrounds. Lake Maria features secluded glamping sites with comfortable bedding, private space, and proximity to pristine lakes and hiking trails. Cokato Lake RV Resort complements its glamping accommodations with modern conveniences including a heated swimming pool, pickleball courts, and an on-site ice cream shop serving hand-dipped treats. One guest shared, "We were impressed with the distance to/from the metro, less than an hour on Highway 12 heading west to Cokato, and amenities like the inground, heated swimming pool and arcade room."
Wildlife viewing opportunities enhance the glamping experience at these locations, with Lake Maria State Park known for its endangered Blandings turtles and trumpeter swans. Multiple hiking trails wind through the wooded landscape, offering guests scenic views and nature immersion without sacrificing comfort. Winter glamping is available at Lake Maria, where visitors can snowshoe under a full moon across the park's trail system. The park's proximity to Minneapolis (under an hour drive) makes it an accessible luxury outdoor retreat with varying seasonal offerings. A recent visitor mentioned, "For being so close to the twin cities, this park boasts some really great sites. If you're lucky you'll see a Blandings Turtle, wow! State turtle of MN dontchaknow."