Best Cabin Camping near Henderson, MN

Several cabin options exist near Henderson, Minnesota, including both rustic and modernized accommodations. Minneapolis Southwest KOA offers cabin rentals with convenient amenities and proximity to area attractions. These cabins provide shelter with varying levels of furnishings and facilities depending on the specific location. "They even have cute little cabins you can rent. And it's not far from the huge candy store in Jordan," notes one visitor about the KOA location. Sawmill Campground provides cabin options with full hookup capabilities and well-maintained facilities. Other options include Kamp Dels and Baker Campground at Baker Park Reserve, where cabins are situated in wooded settings.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Basic cabins typically feature simple sleeping arrangements with minimal amenities, while deluxe options may include private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and climate control. Most require reservations, particularly during summer months when demand peaks. Pet policies vary by location, with many accommodations being pet-friendly but requiring additional fees. Some campgrounds operate seasonally, closing during winter months, while others remain open year-round. One visitor mentioned that "The sites are gravel but level. Bath houses are nice and well maintained" at Sawmill Campground.

Most cabins provide beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from basic fire rings to equipped kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves, depending on the cabin type and location. On-site camp stores at locations like KOA and Kamp Dels stock essential supplies, though prices may be higher than at grocery stores in nearby towns. Depending on the specific cabin, electrical outlets may be limited, so bringing power strips is advisable for charging multiple devices. Water access varies by cabin type, with some requiring guests to use centralized bathhouses while others feature private facilities.

Best Cabin Sites Near Henderson, Minnesota (17)

    1. Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

    33 Reviews
    Skyline, MN
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 386-3910

    $24 - $34 / night

    "falls tumble a few feet & the lower cascades 40–50 ft into a silent, lush gorge  • Bison Drive: Herds of ~20–40 bison grace the 330‑acre enclosure, accessible via a scenic auto‐drive; brings pure"

    "chair so I preordered an office chair for curbside pickup at an office store which is on the way home from this park. "

    2. Minneapolis Southwest KOA

    9 Reviews
    Jordan, MN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (952) 492-6440

    "I used to be against KOA’s and swore I would never camp at one but a couple of friends booked it and I went with. It was actually pretty nice."

    "A couple weeks ago we spent some time at the Northwest koa...that one had private tent sites surrounded on 3 sides by trees, quiet spaces etc."

    3. Sakatah Lake State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Waterville, MN
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 362-4438

    "Great place to camp and get away from the cities without a long drive. Firewood is available at the office and a fire ring is at each site as well as picnic table."

    "Simple camping, picnic table, fire ring & grate. It is well maintained."

    4. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    37 Reviews
    Maple Plain, MN
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (763) 694-7662

    $21 - $29 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    5. Kamp Dels

    12 Reviews
    Waterville, MN
    27 miles
    Website

    "We reserved a spot right next to the pool area. It was a tight fit to back the camper it, but I was able to do it. They have cement pads for a patio area and a fire ring."

    "So many activities including a water recreation area, petting zoo, shuffleboard, mini golf, pool, toddler water park, multiple playgrounds, basketball and more."

    6. Bray County Park

    5 Reviews
    Mankato, MN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 243-3885

    "There was a vault toilet near by and full bathrooms a short walk away. The showers by the lake could use some updating but the bathrooms by the bigger loop are very nice and clean."

    "When we arrived, someone had taken our campsite (site 10) by the lake."

    7. Flandrau State Park

    13 Reviews
    New Ulm, MN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 233-9800

    "Lovely park to camp at! There is a beach for swimming. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Bathroom and showers are in the campground and there is wood available for purchase."

    "If you are a little more flexible and have the capacity to do so, definitely consider the rustic campground rather than the semi-modern one."

    8. Sawmill Campground

    3 Reviews
    North Mankato, MN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 947-3735

    "Very nice little quiet campground on the outside edge of Mankato. Very nice people and easy to work with. Not really up do date with technology for booking and such but over all great place."

    "Great golf course right next to it. Nice large sites and great price. 27.00 for pull through and full hook-up. We have always had friendly people staying next to us."

    10. Fort Ridgely State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Morton, MN
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 426-7840

    "This park is only about 1 1/2 hours from shakopee. It’s a wonderful surprise to find this beautiful wooded river valley on the middle of farm fields."

    "Most others along the river don’t have the view but you can still sleep to the sound of running water (until you wake to the same sound…)."

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Cabin Reviews near Henderson, MN

181 Reviews of 17 Henderson 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.

  • 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.

  • J
    Jul. 24, 2020

    Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    Great First Time w/Travel Trailer

    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. Showers and restrooms available. A couple disc golf baskets, sand volleyball court and well maintained grass fields were available for play. Lake independence is a 5-10 minute walk along a newly paved trail. Lake offers two swimming beaches, a water equipment rental area, new restroom facilities, and a playground that was under construction at this time. Simple online reservation process at $26/night our one night total cost $36.03 all fees included. Morning of our reservation, camp staff called to communicate a change of site due to our reserved site having issues with its electrical. All amenities functioned appropriately. My wife, two young boys, and I had a great first time experience with our Bambi 19CB Airstream!

  • Krista T.
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins

    Cozy

    The cabins in the woods are great in winter with snow on the pine trees. I would probably prefer the prairie cabins in the summer, especially with mosquitoes. The prairie cabins have significantly less privacy though with trails on either side that have good views into the heavily windowed cabins.

    The cabins are well-built and heated. The wooded cabins have what seems like full-sized mattress bunk beds built into the wall. Each bunk has its own reading light. The storage in this place is amazing. Storage under the bed, one counter with ample storage under it, and even the windows are so deep that I was able to store most of my food on the sill.

    The biggest downside is the middle-of-the-night trek to the bathroom. The bathroom is heated and open year round. There are two year round showers as well, but don’t plan on a long shower to unwind unless you like cold water. There was maybe 2 minutes of hot water. Basically enough to wash your body quickly, it was easy enough to avoid getting my hair wet. The shower room is also set to a cool 58 degrees in the winter. I do suspect that the floors are slightly heated though. You will need to dart across to the bathroom to blow dry your hair if you’re washing it in the winter. 

    You can use a slow cooker and a coffee pot in the cabin. Otherwise you can cook over the fire as well. They have potable water in the bathroom for washing your dishes in the cabin with.

    Close enough to town if you need something, far enough away for peace and quiet.

  • Alison O.
    Jul. 1, 2025

    Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

    Minneopa Campground

    Minneopa Campground, you’re that poetic hideaway where “water falls twice” and bison roam under the open sky. As a forward‑thinking canine behaviorist and groomer 🌿, I appreciate spaces that embrace nature, community, and a dash of wilderness therapy—for both humans and pups!

    🌲 My Lyrical Dyrt-Style Review

    🌟 Overall Mood: 4 / 5 – Rustic charm meets “nature unplugged” luxury ✨ Highlights: • Falls & Forks: A quick half‑mile hike delivers two majestic falls — upper falls tumble a few feet & the lower cascades 40–50 ft into a silent, lush gorge  • Bison Drive: Herds of ~20–40 bison grace the 330‑acre enclosure, accessible via a scenic auto‐drive; brings pure awe from safety of your car  • Camp Setup: 61 wooded campsites (6 with electric hookups), plus 4 group sites and 1 cabin. Non‑electric loops are shaded, rustic, and super private  • Amenities: Drinking water, flush toilets, hot showers (May–Oct), dump station, fire rings & picnic tables  • Wildlife & Trails: Abundant birdlife (213 species!), deer, coyotes, beaver; 4.5 mi of hiking, plus a short falls loop ()

    🦟 Minor Caveats: • Mosquitoes and flies can be intense—especially near campground loops after rainfall  • A‑loop sites tucked by a railway cliff; trains rumble at night—not everyone’s quiet retreat ()

    🐾 Humorous & Humble Take • For the pups: Ace and canine clients will love splashing below the falls—just watch for slick rocks and curious beavers joining the party. • Pro tip: Request a B-loop or non-electric site far from the rails—to avoid midnight freight jams and embrace that hammock zen. • Camp vibe: Quirky woodland privacy with rustic charisma—like a corporate retreat, minus the Wi‑Fi.

    🏷️ Hashtags & Emojis

    #MinneopaMagic #WaterFallsTwice #BisonBrigade #CampLife #DogFriendly #NatureUnplugged #FallsAndFur #RusticRetreat 🏕️ #TrainTracks 🎧 #BugSprayEssential 🦟

    Final Thoughts: Minneopa is a beautifully raw blend of waterfalls, wildlife, and woodland camp experience—with just the right dash of quirky (trains, bugs, and bison included). It’s a forward‑thinking wilderness escape perfect for unplugging, recharging, and teaching dogs that even nature has its own “social hierarchy.”

    Pack the bug spray, grab the pup, and prepare for poetic nights by the fire—this campground is a metaphor in moss.

    Final Thoughts: Minneopa is a beautifully raw blend of waterfalls, wildlife, and woodland camp experience—with just the right dash of quirky (trains, bugs, and bison included). It’s a forward‑thinking wilderness escape perfect for unplugging, recharging, and teaching dogs that even nature has its own “social hierarchy.”

    Pack the bug spray, grab the pup, and prepare for poetic nights by the fire—this campground is a metaphor in moss.

    #MinneopaMagic #WaterFallsTwice #BisonBrigade #CampLife #DogFriendly #NatureUnplugged #FallsAndFur #RusticRetreat 🏕️ #TrainTracks 🎧 #BugSprayEssential 🦟

  • Krista T.
    Jun. 9, 2020

    Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

    A mixed bag of campsites

    We visited Minneopa state park because a) I love hiking b) I’m trying to get as much state park time in before the summer hordes descend and c) my back is dying from working at home out of a dining room chair so I preordered an office chair for curbside pickup at an office store which is on the way home from this park. 

    Minneopa is a unique state park. A River Runs Through it. So does a train(choo chooo). And a neighborhood(kind of). If you have never visited the park before you need to decide what you are going to prioritize first because all of a sudden there are two different park road signs pointing you to either turn left or right depending on what you want to do. 

    One direction is the waterfall part. It is a nice waterfall. The parking lot is right by the waterfall- so it is very accessible for people who are unable to hike to a lot of waterfalls. However, because the parking lot is RIGHT THERE it isn’t the most rewarding waterfall that I’ve been to, it’s kind of like a less impressive Minnehaha. On this trip we didn’t visit the waterfall because it’s plague time and I figured that it might be busy. Tip: On the weekends get to state parks as early as possible during social distancing time! Most people don’t roll out of bed at 6 am like we did, so it will be fairly easy to socially distance yourself. We got there at 8 and only encountered 4 other hikers that were just heading out when we were almost back to our car. 

    The other direction is the BISON DRIVE. Yes, you can actually drive amongst bison if the road is open. It wasn’t on our trip on 4/10/2020 because the road conditions are still gross from the winter thaw. Instead we hiked the entire loop(I think it’s 3.3 miles) because it goes around the entire bison enclosure, and I wanted to guarantee that I would see me some bison. 

    Other highlights about this section of the park are the views of the magnificent Minnesota river, an old windmill(the blades are gone), and the campground is also situated here. This section isn’t as popular as the waterfall section, as evidenced by the relatively small parking lot. The hike was enjoyable while we were there- if it is a hot hot day you might want to just do the Minnesota River Bluff Trail for the shade- the Seppman Mill trail is exposed and you can drive and park at the mill. 

    As I mentioned before there is also an access point to drive into the bison enclosure. We were able to see the bison herd once we got to the mill area, unfortunately for my photos the bison were just far enough away that I didn’t get a quality photo. 

    Now onto the campground. Loop A is superior for tent camping in every which way, unless you happen to want electricity or want to rent the cabin which is in loop B. Loop A has trees, large sites, a bathroom, and several sites have awesome views of the river. One thing to keep in mind is that the sites on the outside of the loop are much more private and have way more trees- the inner loop is relatively open in comparison and would be good sites to choose if you are group camping. I would be prepared with lots of bug spray and a screenhouse if you are camping here in the worst of mosquito season- there was quite a bit of standing water and swampy pond nearby. 

    Site notes(see pics/videos): A2 is nice and spacious, but next to the swampy water 

    A4 is the immediate neighbor and is distinctive because it’s up on a hill 

    A3 is on the inner loop and is visible to the road, but I liked it anyway 

    A5 is a nice spacious site on the inner loop that is less private, I’m pretty sure A19 butts up behind it if you are looking to get a few sites 

    A12 is the type of site that I would love to camp at- view of the gulley and of the river 

    A14 is the site that you need to reserve a year in advance if this campground were more popular- amazing location with a spectacular view of the river 

    A24 also has a good river view 

    A26 is large and has some badass oak trees 

    The B Loop is weird- a lot of the campsites don’t seem to even have space for a 2 person tent unless you are ok with not having a campfire(or burning down your tent). If you have a tiny scamp you might be ok? 

    Site notes: B3 is a good pull-through site for an RV 

    The cabin is here! It has a screen porch and a propane tank for heating it in cold weather! Also has a decent view of the river- inside is just some bunk beds and a table. There is a pit toilet next to it that I’m guessing other campsites use too. 

    B20 is definitely the best site in the loop for tent camping- I actually would camp at this one. 

    There are also 4 group campsites that could probably fit 2-3 tents on them that are only a short hike-in from the parking area. Nice pit toilets are nearby. Minneopa is definitely either a nice day trip or camping trip from the Twin Cities! I was extra pleased that the drive down 169 is interesting- the terrain is beautiful, there are some really random touristy places and showrooms(giant yellow barn/extended structure that is without a doubt indeed Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store), and driving through Saint Peter is a nice old-timey experience.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 25, 2022

    Sakatah Lake State Park Campground

    Not too far from twin cities

    Great place to camp and get away from the cities without a long drive. Firewood is available at the office and a fire ring is at each site as well as picnic table.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 9, 2025

    Flandrau State Park

    Nice State Park

    Lovely park to camp at! There is a beach for swimming. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Bathroom and showers are in the campground and there is wood available for purchase. Lot of day use and activity. Around 5-6PM or so, it starts to slow down as people go back to their camp or head home for dinner. The camp sites are pretty much on top of each other with no privacy whatsoever. In the off season it's not too bad as the campground is not so full. There was more "thru" traffic here than any state park I have been to. Seemed about every half hour or so someone would drive thru then leave. The trails are marked well and are maintained.

  • Alison O.
    Jul. 1, 2025

    Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    Campsite C14: Close to perfect, but bring your hiking boots… for the fire pit. 😅

    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. Clean facilities, water nearby, and the kind of birdsong that makes you forget your emails exist. 🐦📵

    Now… 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. 😂 Bring extra lanterns, chairs, and a good sense of humor if you want to hang by the fire after dark.

    Still—would camp again in a heartbeat. Great site for anyone who likes a little distance between their tent and their s’mores. 🍫🔥

    #TheDyrt #CampsiteC14 #CampLife #FirePitTooFar #GlampLikeYouMeanIt #MNCamping #SmoreDistanceRequired #NatureTherapy #AlmostPerfect


Guide to Henderson

Cabin camping near Henderson, Minnesota offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing visitors to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home.

Explore the Scenic Beauty of Minneopa State Park

  • Experience the unique charm of the Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park, where you can enjoy spacious sites and the chance to see bison roaming nearby.
  • The campground features well-maintained facilities, including clean showers and picnic areas, making it a great spot for families.
  • Enjoy hiking trails that lead to stunning waterfalls, providing a picturesque backdrop for your cabin camping experience.

Cabin Campers Appreciate These Amenities

  • At Sakatah Lake State Park Campground, you'll find electric hookups and picnic tables at each site, perfect for a comfortable stay.
  • The campground offers a variety of accommodations, including cabins, tents, and RV sites, catering to different camping preferences.
  • With access to drinking water and sanitary dump stations, your stay will be both convenient and enjoyable.

Engage in Outdoor Activities

  • The Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve is ideal for hiking and biking, with numerous trails winding through beautiful wooded areas.
  • Enjoy fishing and swimming opportunities at nearby lakes, making it a great destination for water enthusiasts.
  • Participate in organized events and activities for families, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy during your stay.

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Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Henderson, MN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Henderson, MN is Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 33 reviews.

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