Best Glamping near International Falls, MN

Aspen Resort & Campground houses glamping options along the shoreline of Pelican Lake near International Falls, Minnesota. The family-owned resort features upscale canvas accommodations with comfortable bedding, climate control, and electrical hookups—all situated on well-maintained grounds with scenic lake views. These premium accommodations blend outdoor immersion with modern comforts while providing easy access to water activities. Guests enjoy resort-style amenities including hot showers, clean restrooms, and picnic areas among the lakeside setting. The resort also offers complimentary recreational equipment including paddle boats and kayaks for exploring the pristine waters. "The owners were very nice and helpful, as well as the staff. Very clean. A beautiful spot!" noted one visitor who appreciated the resort's attention to detail.

Just 15 miles from Aspen Resort, visitors can explore the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary, a popular destination for bear viewing and wildlife photography. Crane Lake Primitive Campgrounds provides a more secluded glamping experience with sites accessible by boat, offering unique safari-style accommodations surrounded by natural wilderness. These locations serve as gateways to Voyageurs National Park and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, allowing glampers to combine luxury accommodations with remarkable outdoor adventures. Water activities dominate the experience, with fishing being particularly popular on the region's interconnected lakes. One guest shared, "There is ample ground space for tents, as well as the whole lake network at your fingertips," highlighting the exceptional access to water-based recreation directly from the glamping sites.

Best Glamping Sites Near International Falls, Minnesota (4)

    1. Lofgren Memorial Park

    1 Review
    International Falls, MN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 278-6710

    "Beautiful setting with sites in the open up on the hill and sites along the river in the woods. 50 amp electric and water with no sewer. There is a dump station in town."

    2. Aspen Resort & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Orr, MN
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 757-0098

    "The owners were very nice and helpful, as well as the staff. Very clean. A beautiful spot! Fishing on Pelican lake is great."

    "Camp ground right on a large lake, family owned and well maintained."

    3. Crane Lake Primitive Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Crane Lake, MN
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 666-0020

    "Crane Lake is so unique!! It is the Southern Entry to Voyageurs National Park, the Western entry to Boundary Waters Canoe Area, and The Superior Forest borders the East side of Crane Lake."

    "There is ample ground space for tents, as well as the whole lake network at your fingertips. Highly recommend"

    4. Pine Acres Resort and Campground

    2 Reviews
    Orr, MN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 757-3144

    "Everyone says stay at Woodenfrog or Ash because it’s close to the park but those parks are very primitive."

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Glamping Reviews near International Falls, MN

8 Reviews of 4 International Falls Campgrounds


  • TyAnn J.
    Jun. 30, 2017

    Crane Lake Primitive Campgrounds

    Neither Mosquitoes nor Gnats nor Noseeums kept us away from our Crane Lake Adventure!!

    Crane Lake is so unique!! It is the Southern Entry to Voyageurs National Park, the Western entry to Boundary Waters Canoe Area, and The Superior Forest borders the East side of Crane Lake.

    ***NOTE Don't forget to bring along a detailed map as there are hundreds of islands and turns on this beautiful lake.

    We camped on the United States side of Crane Lake. Once again you need to be aware of the United States/Canadian borders while in the water. Our headquarters were set up at Handberg's Marina http://www.handbergs.com/

    There are 3 back Country campsites located just offset to the Vermilion Gorge Trailhead. These campsites have no fees and are on a first come, first served basis.

    The Vermilion Gorge Trailhead hike is a 1 & 1/2 mile trail that featues sheer granite cliffs and waterfalls-it was breathtaking due to the high water levels this year-another note: be very cautious if you bring small children.

  • c
    Aug. 18, 2018

    Aspen Resort & Campground

    My grandkids loved it! Me too!

    The owners were very nice and helpful, as well as the staff. Very clean. A beautiful spot! Fishing on Pelican lake is great. The fishing dock is accessible ( I rode my mobility scooter out there with no difficulty) and they have boats available so you can get out on the. lake. We spent a lot of time in the pool and hot tub and enjoyed the nightly campfire. We ordered a pizza and it was delivered to to out camper by a nice young man! Paddle boat and kayaks are free for guests as well as many other amenities and activities the children will enjoy. We brought our rv but they also have some beautiful cabins. I just wish we had more time to enjoy all the resort offers. Next time! We also enjoyed the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary. Its only 15 miles away. A wonderful place to view the bears! Don’t miss it! We loved our stay at Aspen. It’s our new vacation destination!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Pine Acres Resort and Campground

    MUST STAY LOCATION

    Great primitive campsite to hit on the way to Voyaguers National Park. Everyone says stay at Woodenfrog or Ash because it’s close to the park but those parks are very primitive. If you do not have a portable shower or don’t mind using a “hole-on-the-ground” toilet then Pine Acres is a great primitive campsite. There are portable potty’s around the campsite, out houses but they also have full functioning bathrooms and showers. There is a train that goes through across the lake but it stops around 10pm so horns aren’t going off while you’re sleeping. Wonderful staff very friendly. My go-to-place when I come back up here.

  • Bradley H.
    Jul. 12, 2020

    Lofgren Memorial Park

    Great city owned RV park!

    The town of Littlefork offers a 15 site RV/camping park alongside the Little Fork River. Beautiful setting with sites in the open up on the hill and sites along the river in the woods. 50 amp electric and water with no sewer. There is a dump station in town. Sites are $20.00 per night. $100.00 for seven nights and $300.00 for a month. This is a very nice park and well run by Roger!! I would definitely give it five stars if it had sewer at the sites. Highly recommend for the price and the small town feel!!

  • Douglas O.
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Aspen Resort & Campground

    Nice location

    Camp ground right on a large lake, family owned and well maintained.

  • L
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Crane Lake Primitive Campgrounds

    Wonderful

    There is a little fire ring at each campsite with a metal stove to put wood underneath. There is ample ground space for tents, as well as the whole lake network at your fingertips. Highly recommend

  • Angela S.
    Aug. 26, 2018

    Pine Acres Resort and Campground

    The staff is great and campites are very reasonably priced.

    Lakefront, showers need updated, great for fishing

  • Kate K.
    Aug. 22, 2019

    Crane Lake Primitive Campgrounds

    I’ve been waiting YEARS for this adventure!

    The boundary waters were everything I hoped and more. We spent 4 nights paddling and portaging and it was absolutely incredible. The backcountry sites are beautiful, just make sure you have a very detailed map of where you are going/staying because the area is pretty desolate. Pay upfront for permits and equipment at the outfitter closest to your access point.


Guide to International Falls

Glamping in International Falls, Minnesota offers secluded wilderness experiences within the northernmost point of the contiguous United States. The region experiences cold winters with temperatures often dropping below -30°F, while summer months typically range from 70-85°F with occasional evening temperatures in the 50s. Most campsites near International Falls are accessible from May through October, with some facilities closing after Labor Day weekend due to early frost conditions.

What to do

**Fishing excursions: Lofgren Memorial Park provides direct access to the Little Fork River. "The town of Littlefork offers a 15 site RV/camping park alongside the Little Fork River. Beautiful setting with sites in the open up on the hill and sites along the river in the woods," notes Bradley H.

Hiking the Vermilion Gorge: The 1.5-mile trail features granite cliffs and seasonal waterfalls. "The Vermilion Gorge Trailhead hike is a 1 & 1/2 mile trail that featues sheer granite cliffs and waterfalls-it was breathtaking due to the high water levels this year," shares TyAnn J. about their experience near Crane Lake Primitive Campgrounds.

Boundary Waters paddling: Many visitors use International Falls as a gateway to extended canoe trips. "We spent 4 nights paddling and portaging and it was absolutely incredible. The backcountry sites are beautiful, just make sure you have a very detailed map of where you are going/staying because the area is pretty desolate," advises Kate K.

What campers like

Lakefront access: Many campgrounds provide direct water access for boating and swimming. "Camp ground right on a large lake, family owned and well maintained," writes Douglas O. about his stay at Pine Acres Resort and Campground, where campsites face Pelican Lake.

Primitive camping options: For those seeking more remote experiences than luxury glamping in International Falls, Minnesota, the region offers sites accessible only by water. "There is a little fire ring at each campsite with a metal stove to put wood underneath. There is ample ground space for tents, as well as the whole lake network at your fingertips," notes Lucas M. about Crane Lake Primitive Campgrounds.

Local wildlife viewing: The northern Minnesota wilderness supports diverse animal populations. "We also enjoyed the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary. Its only 15 miles away. A wonderful place to view the bears! Don't miss it!" recommends charlie S.

What you should know

Bathroom facilities vary significantly: Campgrounds range from fully developed to extremely primitive. "If you do not have a portable shower or don't mind using a 'hole-on-the-ground' toilet then Pine Acres is a great primitive campsite. There are portable potty's around the campsite, out houses but they also have full functioning bathrooms and showers," explains Mariajesserene A.

Border crossing regulations: The area sits on the US-Canada border with many waterways crossing international boundaries. Campers must be aware of border crossing requirements when navigating the interconnected lakes and rivers.

Insect preparation: Mosquitoes, black flies, and noseeums can be intense during summer months. "Neither Mosquitoes nor Gnats nor Noseeums kept us away from our Crane Lake Adventure!!" mentions TyAnn J., highlighting the need for proper insect protection.

Tips for camping with families

City-owned campgrounds: Some local municipalities maintain affordable camping options. "The town of Littlefork offers a 15 site RV/camping park alongside the Little Fork River. Beautiful setting with sites in the open up on the hill and sites along the river in the woods. 50 amp electric and water with no sewer," shares Bradley H. about Lofgren Memorial Park.

Swimming facilities: Some resorts offer swimming pools as alternatives to lake swimming. "We spent a lot of time in the pool and hot tub and enjoyed the nightly campfire," notes charlie S. from their family stay.

Water safety: Supervise children closely around lakes and rivers. "Be very cautious if you bring small children," warns TyAnn J. about the Vermilion Gorge Trail, where water levels can create hazardous conditions.

Tips from RVers

Weekly and monthly rates: Extended stays often qualify for significant discounts. "Sites are $20.00 per night. $100.00 for seven nights and $300.00 for a month. This is a very nice park and well run by Roger!!" explains Bradley H.

Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds offer on-site sewage disposal. "50 amp electric and water with no sewer. There is a dump station in town," notes a reviewer about the facilities at Lofgren Memorial Park.

Train noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience periodic railroad noise. "There is a train that goes through across the lake but it stops around 10pm so horns aren't going off while you're sleeping," mentions Mariajesserene A. about Pine Acres Resort and Campground.

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