Best Glamping near Dayton, MN

Minneapolis Northwest KOA and Bunker Hills Regional Park house upscale glamping accommodations within reach of Dayton, Minnesota. The Minneapolis Northwest KOA features comfortable canvas tent structures and yurts with amenities not found in standard campsites, including real beds with linens, electricity, and climate control options. Bunker Hills offers a more secluded glamping experience with accommodations nestled among oak trees, providing greater privacy while maintaining access to modern conveniences. Both locations provide fire rings, picnic tables, and proximity to clean shower facilities. Additional amenities include access to swimming pools, camp stores for essentials, and pet-friendly policies. "The sites are well maintained. The staff is very kind and accommodating. There are a few restaurants around that deliver. Great spot," noted one visitor about the Minneapolis Northwest KOA.

Lake Maria State Park Campground and Crow Hassan Park Reserve provide distinctive glamping experiences near Dayton. Trails wind through both properties, offering hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities directly from glamping accommodations. Lake Maria State Park operates year-round, allowing for both summer and winter glamping experiences with seasonal activities ranging from swimming to cross-country skiing. The Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park adds another glamping option with water-based activities including boating and fishing accessible from luxurious tent structures. Proximity to the Twin Cities makes these locations ideal for weekend getaways without extensive travel time. According to a camper, "This is a nice, quiet campground with activities nearby. The sites are decently private and there are nice bathrooms/showers. We camped here while our friends used a camper cabin and they loved it too."

Best Glamping Sites Near Dayton, Minnesota (24)

    1. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    38 Reviews
    Maple Plain, MN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 694-7662

    $21 - $29 / night

    "This campground was nice and the bathrooms were nice and clean. They have nice walking trailers to the lake and beach area. They lake and beach were nice and has a big sanding beach area."

    "Clean gravel sites with electric hook up surrounded by well maintained grass, picnic table, and fire pit. Central water spigot and dump station. Great signage throughout."

    2. Bunker Hills Regional Park

    16 Reviews
    Coon Rapids, MN
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 862-4970

    $20 - $32 / night

    "Perfect for kids, they have a water park with a wave pool, a disc golf course, a golf course, several pavilions with grills, a few playgrounds and plenty of trails both paved and unpaved."

    "For being in the middle of the northern suburbs of Minneapolis, this park and campground is surprisingly woodsy, secluded and spacious."

    3. Minneapolis Northwest KOA

    11 Reviews
    Maple Grove, MN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 420-2255

    "Sites are close to each other, but easy access, clean grounds and facilities, friendly staff, and a K9 fenced area for a pet friendly campground."

    "It’s a normal KOA setup but the staff is wonderfully sweet and the amenities are clean and reliable. Close to lots of state parks and hiking opportunities."

    4. Lake Maria State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Silver Creek, MN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 878-2325

    "If you’re looking for a peaceful escape where the only sounds are rustling leaves, birdsong, and frogs singing at dusk — Site B6 at Lake Maria State Park is the one."

    "There is a bathroom and water station before you head out which is awesome! The campsite was secluded and absolutely beautiful. Definitely will be going back again!"

    5. Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park

    17 Reviews
    Lino Lakes, MN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 324-3340

    $20 - $75 / night

    "We took a 30 minute drive north of the cities for a quick get away, and were rewarded with a very nice campground! The check in staff was friendly, helpful and efficient."

    "It was very easy to find, close to the twin cities, and clean. There was good access to kindling for a fire in the nice fire pit that has a grill."

    6. Crow Hassan Park Reserve

    3 Reviews
    St. Michael, MN
    8 miles
    Website

    $15 / night

    "Do a 180 on the trail and she is happy to trot away from the trailer."

    "This campground is nicely maintained and has nice mature trees that a lot of people set up hammocks in. The vault toilet near the barn is nice, there are no showers."

    7. Ham Lake Resort

    4 Reviews
    Andover, MN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 434-9492

    $999 / night

    "We checked in Wednesday evening, and the nicest staff I've ever met helped us acclimate to RV living. We are new to this game."

    8. Three Rivers Park District Baker Campground

    3 Reviews
    Maple Plain, MN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 694-7662

    "Bathrooms were close and well kept. There were lots of other campers there but the sites are large and plentiful so it was not crowded."

    "Tons of trails and camping. 🏕"

    9. Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River

    7 Reviews
    Cambridge, MN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 444-9626

    $40 - $75 / night

    "Nice on-site store for any needs. I have a small travel trailer that is self contained so I could reserve spots down by the river. Ability to go tubing down the river."

    "Love this place your site is of the road with a campfire ring n ok water or power in the woods lots of wildlife you can camp for free for 21 days at a time if your a rock hound great place for it got stuck"

    10. Lake Auburn Campground

    12 Reviews
    Victoria, MN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (952) 443-2911

    $15 - $18 / night

    "This campground even has 2 walking/hike-in campsites to give your avid campers a real out-in-the-middle-of-nowhere kind if feel, like you drove hundreds if miles to get away from the hustle and bussle"

    "It’s right off the highway, and very easy to find. The camp is very well-maintained, the beach is gorgeous, and the staff was extremely nice over the phone when I set my reservation. 10/10"

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Glamping Reviews near Dayton, MN

270 Reviews of 24 Dayton Campgrounds


  • B
    Jun. 7, 2021

    Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins

    Great camper cabins for spring and fall

    Each cabin has four sleeping spots: 2 bunk beds, and the 2 couches convert to beds. There's a heater inside, but no AC, which makes these the most suitable during the spring and fall.

    There is a fire ring outside of each cabin, along with a table. No cooking is allowed inside the cabins, which can make things rough if the weather isn't cooperating. 

    We enjoy hiking around the trails, but we primarily go to decompress, lounge around, and play games, read, etc. There's WiFi available, but depending on which cabin you reserve signal will be took weak for real usage. Same for mobile data -- don't plan on cell service here.

    The bathroom facilities are nice. Outside water is shut off during some parts of the year, so bring your own drinking water if you are camping close to/during winter.

    Cabins are accessible for those who need special assistance, which is nice. The only caveat is I don't recall there being an automatic door opener to the cabins.

    While the cabins are close together, noise is not a factor once you're inside. 

    It's difficult to get reservations, so I recommend trying to start booking 120 days in advance, which is the farthest out you can reserve. For example, as of this review (early June), all weekends are booked for all cabins.

  • kristin C.
    Aug. 9, 2018

    Ham Lake Resort

    Well Rounded RV Park and Campground

    My partner and I scheduled a 3 day / 2 night stay in a new Vintage Cruiser RV for $39.99, in exchange for attending a presentation on private membership.

    We checked in Wednesday evening, and the nicest staff I've ever met helped us acclimate to RV living. We are new to this game. They patiently described how to utilize the grey and black water tanks, as well as encouraged us to check-out the canoes, row boats, bikes, horseshoes, ladder golf and many other entertainment items - for FREE!

    The map provided was accurate which made locating the cruiser a breeze. There were further instructions inside as well. The RV was immaculate. Provided for our use were all linens (a public very clean bath and shower was just across the road), dish soap, dish towels, paper towels, flat wear, plates, bowls, mugs and pans.

    The campground has a couple of ponds, as well as access to Ham Lake where the watercraft is launched. There is a petting arena with goats, ponies, and a llama who gave my partner the stink eye, but fell in love with me rubbing the fence and giving me all googly eyes!

    The clubhouse sells bundled wood, ice, snacks, cold drinks, ice cream and provides 24-hour fresh coffee. There is also a small resupply area, and gift shop.

    There are pull-through sites, back ups, 50 and 30 amp hook ups, and tent sites, covered pavilions, picnic tables and fire pits.

    The campground itself seems remote, secluded and peaceful, however, you are conveniently located to two well-stocked convenience stores, as well as Wal-Mart about 15 minutes away. It's also only about 45 minutes from the Minnesota Twin Cities.

    One note: We visited in August and needed gallons of bug spray.

    We very much enjoyed our get away!

  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 22, 2022

    Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins

    Great Cold Weather Option

    Super simple camping cabins. They each have 4 spots and have contactless entry as you get sent a code to use. There is no cooking inside the cabin so you have to use the fire ring outside. Shower facilities are really nice and match the cabins. Plan ahead as these are hard to come by.

  • kristin C.
    Jun. 13, 2018

    Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park

    convenient get away

    We took a 30 minute drive north of the cities for a quick get away, and were rewarded with a very nice campground!

    The check in staff was friendly, helpful and efficient. She gave us the info we needed for wood and other campgrounds in the area.

    Our site was clear, flat and grassy, and had an established fire pit. Other loops had grills and hook ups for pop-up campers and RVs.

    There is a gorgeous beach area with tables, a pavilion, changing rooms and a well equipped playground.

    We walked a portion of the trails towards the golf course, on a paved path under a green canopy.

    Plenty of bugs, so bring your spray!

  • Joe S.
    Oct. 29, 2021

    A J Acres Campground

    Good Enough for our Needs

    We stayed here for a weekend in May. The campsites are a little bit on top of each other. There aren't many campsites that you're able to reserve. The majority of the campsites are seasonal campsites. There are a lot of mature trees that help with the shade! The beach area is nice, but the only problem is that boaters and kayaks are in the same general area so you have to be careful so you don't get hit. There is a dock for fishing as well. You can also rent boats, kayaks and paddleboards for a small fee. If you want to walk the whole campground having a golf cart would be nice. Also there is NO petting zoo as stated on the website or on the campground maps. There hasn't been one for a few years but they have yet to edit the website or the campground maps. We went there partly because there was a petting zoo for the little kids. Seems lazy to me that they can't update the website or the campground maps.

  • Katherine T.
    Oct. 11, 2024

    Wild River State Park Campground

    Solid option with star gazing

    This is a solid state park offering. The sites are decently spaced with good tree cover. Noise seemed to travel between sites, I had some loud neighbors during the day but they settled down before quiet hours. The grass was easy to get tent stakes into. Bathrooms were your basic state park situation. Clean with warm showers so no complaints from me. The star gazing area was great! Intermittently had 1-2 bars of T-Mobile with LTE Internet. Wi-Fi is available at the park entrance.

  • T
    Jun. 18, 2018

    Afton State Park Campground

    Hiking and Yurting

    I have stayed multiple times in the hike in camp sites and also in the yurt! The hike in sites were beautiful with a view looking over the St. Croix River. It was a shaded site perfect for our hammocks, it was quiet and very secluded. The Yurt was very cool! Very comfortable beds and plenty of space for the 6 of us to stay and sleep. The fire pit and picnic table wasn't far from the yurt which made it nice to not have to walk too far since we camped in the winter. I highly suggest the expeeience of the yurt!

  • Steph H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2017

    Lake Maria State Park Campground

    Run or be eaten

    To be fair I'd like to preface this review with a word of caution. We went in the middle of Summer. High bug season. Take a look at other reviews as they come in and see what time of year they visited. Maybe they'll have a similar experience, maybe not. The fun thing about this state park is that all the sites are hike in. No drive up camping. It has a couple camper cabins as well. But everyone is spread out along a few trails so it's a little quieter than your typical campground.

    When we pulled up to the parking lot we knew we were in trouble. The black flies were dive bombing the car like a scene from Armageddon. We prepared the kiddos for a quick grab and run and jumped out of the car. Our campsite was about a mile from the car so we started at a quick walk onto the trail. First step onto the grassy trail exploded in a cloud of mosquitos. Walking along the kids all looked like Pig-Pen from Peanuts. Even though we'd sprayed everyone down the bugs must have felt safety in numbers because we were covered in welts in no time flat. That's when the jogging began. Soon we were running and also planning out how to set up camp the quickest. Little tent first, throw the kids in, big tent second and then everyone in there while dinner was being made. Luckily at our actual campsite the bugs weren't quite as horrendous so we were able to get out a bit after applying a few more layers of repellant. Our site was on a short private trail off the main loop and opened up to a decent space. We had a picnic table and fire pit and plenty of space for our two tents and an area to play. We were all entertained by the plethora of mushroom varieties that surrounded the camp. We spent a bit of time outside and then played in the tent the rest of the night. Unfortunately the bugs were bad enough that the next morning we just packed up and headed back to the car. I would like to come back to this park in late fall and try out a camper cabin. There are three of them all on lakes so if you can get past buggy season it has the potential to be a great experience. Have you ever been to Lake Maria? Stayed in one of their camper cabins? Let me know, I'd love to hear how it went!

  • Alicia A.
    Oct. 13, 2020

    Afton State Park Campground

    A Nice Secluded Overnight Trip

    Great state park with lots of amenities. This was only my second camping trip, my first being the superior trail with an 8 mile hike in and no amenities. More fun in my opinion to search for your own firewood and really rough it, but it was to have water and wood available close to the site we were at (site 22) because we got in later and lost some daylight. The hike in was shorter and far less strenuous than my first trip, but note that it is uphill. If you’re carrying a heavy pack, expect to sweat a bit. Paved sidewalks into the park, wide dirt and rocky paths into the camp site which was nice given the amount of other day hikers (space to spread out). My boyfriend and I loved that our site was so secluded. There is also a lot of variety to the sites. The sites 1 through about 10 (if my memory doesn’t fail me) are fairly wooded. Our site had a nice balance of wooded area and open terrain/sky. We were lucky to get to see some beautiful fall colors.

    A few notes: the wood provided is THICK. They must haul the logs in with a truck. Saws are provided at the wood site, but be prepared to take some time on it. We had a hand saw so we were able to pack our packs with some large pieces and do some sawing at our campsite as the sawing station was busy with families and other campers. Lots of bark available to get a good fire started. The wood is not covered so if it rains the night before you come in, be ready to deal with some damp wood.

    Water station takes about 30 seconds to start up. There are also two bathrooms within the camp site that are what you expect them to be. Hand sanitizer and TP stocked.

    Never saw a ranger while we were there. We loved the privacy. Lots of spiders. Comes with the terrain.

    The site was perfect for our hammocks. They are super kind if you want to call ahead to get an idea of what your site looks like. It was also great to be able to see what other sites were occupied on the day we decided to make a reservation. There is a grill top on your fire pit (we packed our own grill top, could’ve left it at home).

    Overall it was a great overnight trip. Close to our home so I’m sure we’ll be back for a quick trip next year.


Guide to Dayton

Baker Campground and Bunker Hills Regional Park provide several upscale glamping options near Dayton, Minnesota. Located in a region with oak woodlands and prairie terrain, these areas feature a mix of flat and gently rolling landscapes with elevations ranging from 850 to 950 feet. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing while summer camping season typically runs from late April through mid-October with occasional rainfall.

What to do

Biking on paved trails: Baker Campground has extensive paved pathways connecting to larger trail systems. "There are nice paved trails around a couple of lakes/ponds for biking, and easy access to the shower and bathroom facilities (which were very nice)," notes one visitor at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve.

Disc golf adventures: Multiple parks in the region offer disc golf opportunities. "Close to a top 10 disc golf course if that's your thing (it's ours)," reports a camper who stayed at Bunker Hills Regional Park during a cross-country trip.

Horseback riding experiences: The trail system at Crow Hassan Park Reserve caters specifically to equestrians. "This is my all-time favorite park to bring my horse to, and it's her favorite trail too. Seriously, when we head back to our trailer she will stop and refuse to proceed. Do a 180 on the trail and she is happy to trot away from the trailer," explains an experienced rider about the equestrian opportunities near Dayton.

Water activities on multiple lakes: The region offers numerous options for paddling, swimming and fishing. "Great for the active family, not those wanting privacy. With great fishing, playground, swimming, and biking trails very nearby, the kids were kept as busy as they wanted to be," writes a camper about Baker Campground.

What campers like

Private tent sites with natural features: Secluded camping areas provide greater privacy among the trees. "Loved this site! Super peaceful vibes, nice tree cover, flat tent pad, and plenty of space to spread out. It's tucked just enough off the path to feel private, but not so far that you feel isolated," reports a visitor to Baker Campground about site C14.

Clean facilities with modern amenities: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained bathrooms and showers in the area. "The bathrooms were nice (no water). The sites are a little close together. I had a group in 3 campsites across from me with kids and noisy adults so couldn't find peace in my own campsite. But the easy walk to the lake, sitting on the dock or the grass and swimming in the water are a great way to destress," notes a visitor to Lake Auburn Campground.

River tubing opportunities: Several campgrounds feature rivers suitable for recreational floating. "The campground is nice and clean. Good size spaces. The tubing is a plus. Key thing is the river is very clean and sandy bottom," comments a guest at Country Camping Tent & RV Park on the Rum River, highlighting one of the more unique glamping opportunities close to Dayton.

Proximity to water parks: Families enjoy the added benefit of water recreation facilities. "Huge waterpark, miles of bike trails," mentions a visitor to Bunker Hills Regional Park, which offers luxury camping experiences within minutes of water recreation amenities.

What you should know

Seasonal bug challenges: Insect activity varies dramatically by season with summer months requiring preparation. "We went in the middle of Summer. High bug season. The black flies were dive bombing the car like a scene from Armageddon. We prepared the kiddos for a quick grab and run and jumped out of the car," writes a visitor to Lake Maria State Park Campground about their summer experience.

Site selection considerations: Not all sites offer equal privacy or amenities. "The lower loops are definitely better for tent campers, even though quite a few spots could support an RV. The campground map does a good job of providing visual indicators of what a site provides. The upper loop (sites 45-64) is definitely more geared towards RVs, so not what I would consider an ideal tent site," explains a visitor to Bunker Hills.

Weekday vs. weekend experiences: Occupancy patterns affect the overall experience. "While the park is nice and has mature trees, the sites are very open and offer little privacy between sites. The only separation is the driveway where you park your car. I stayed here during the week though, so there wasn't another camper anywhere near us. I'm not sure how busy it gets on the weekends," notes a Lake Auburn camper.

Fire ring placement variations: Some sites have unusual configurations. "The only reason this isn't a full 5-star banger is the fire ring placement. That thing is doing its own thing like 30 feet from the tent pad—felt like I needed a shuttle to roast a marshmallow," mentions a Baker Campground visitor about site C14.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature play areas for children. "For our first time camping, this was a great site! It was very clean, had friendly staff, and was close to a really fun park for our kids. We will be back!" shares a first-time camping family who stayed at Baker Campground.

Beach swimming options: Natural swimming areas provide cooling relief. "The swim area was cool after a hot day and the beach was gently sloping and smooth," reports a camper at Lake Auburn, which offers spacious glamping sites close to Dayton, Minnesota with easy lake access.

Educational wildlife viewing: Nature centers and hiking trails provide learning opportunities. "I really enjoy sites 1, 2, and 3 as they are a little more secluded from other sites, however 1 is fairly close to the county road so you will hear some vehicle noise overnight. Site comes with a fire ring, picnic table, and bear locker," explains a backpacker at Lake Maria State Park about the sites where wildlife viewing is optimal.

Watercraft rentals: Families can explore waterways without bringing equipment. "You can rent canoes, paddle boats and SUP boards, and many people bring their own boats (although they do charge to park your boat trailer unless you bring it back to the campground and they limit the number of boats on the lake at a time)," explains a Baker Campground visitor.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling requirements: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain. "While some sites are a little uneven and better suited to RVs than to tents, all sites are spacious and clean," notes a visitor to Lake Auburn Campground.

Electrical hookup availability: Power options vary across campgrounds. "Had one issue with power dropping so we had to pull the surge protector off then it was fine. Also very hot and humid so everyone was running AC to the max," reports an RV camper at Country Camping on the Rum River.

Dump station access: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups. "The bathrooms/showers are great. With great fishing, playground, swimming, and biking trails very nearby, the kids were kept as busy as they wanted to be. The sites are about as private as the typical state park, so not very, but that is offset by all the other positives this campground has to offer," explains a visitor to Baker Campground, where RVers need to plan for septic requirements.

Reservation requirements: Many parks require advance booking. "We spent two nights in the campground. It was fairly busy, but we still felt secluded despite a full campground," notes a Baker Campground visitor about the importance of securing spots in advance.

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