Best Cabin Camping near Jordan, MN

Furnished cabins at Minneapolis Southwest KOA provide basic amenities, including beds, tables, and electricity in close proximity to Jordan, Minnesota. Most cabins feature air conditioning for summer comfort, though heat sources vary by location. Baker Park Reserve offers attractive log cabins with more rustic appeal, situated near Lake Independence with excellent recreational opportunities nearby. The cabins typically include outdoor fire rings and picnic tables for meal preparation and dining. "The cabins were cute little rentals you can book," noted one camper describing the KOA facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park maintains simple cabin structures for those seeking minimalist accommodations, while Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins provides more premium options with modern touches. Reservation requirements vary by season, with summer months requiring bookings well in advance. Most parks allow pets in designated cabins with additional fees, though some locations like Whitetail Woods prohibit animals entirely. As one visitor mentioned, "The sites were very close together and had no privacy. The site had electric but no water."

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from none to basic refrigerators and microwaves, with outdoor cooking spaces being the primary food preparation option. The Minneapolis Southwest KOA offers a camp store selling essential provisions, while Baker Park campers should plan to bring most supplies from nearby towns. Firewood is available for purchase at many locations, including Baker Park Reserve and Minneapolis Southwest KOA, though prices and availability fluctuate seasonally. Water access points exist throughout the parks, though none feature in-cabin plumbing beyond the most deluxe accommodations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Jordan, Minnesota (26)

    1. Minneapolis Southwest KOA

    9 Reviews
    Jordan, MN
    4 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."

    2. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    37 Reviews
    Maple Plain, MN
    24 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."

    3. Sakatah Lake State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Waterville, MN
    31 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."

    5. Afton State Park Campground

    36 Reviews
    Denmark, MN
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 436-5391

    "Camper Cabin (Eastern Bluebird)🏡🐦

    Perfect little cabin nestled in the southern half of the park! Screened in porch, heated with electricity, and two double bunk beds!"

    "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."

    6. Kamp Dels

    12 Reviews
    Waterville, MN
    31 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."

    7. Red Fox Campground — Minneopa State Park

    33 Reviews
    Skyline, MN
    42 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. "

    8. Three Rivers Park District Baker Campground

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

    "Quiet, lots of trees, nice fire rings. 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."

    "I grew up going to baker park! Tons of trails and camping. 🏕"

    9. Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins

    4 Reviews
    Empire, MN
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (952) 891-7000

    $85 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    10. Lake Maria State Park Campground

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

    "The campsite was secluded and absolutely beautiful. Definitely will be going back again!"

    "Love this park as it offers many backpacking sites with some being very short hikes in and some being longer hikes. Some are lake front and some are more woodsy sites."

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Cabin Reviews near Jordan, MN

308 Reviews of 26 Jordan 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.

  • Alison O.
    Mar. 16, 2021

    Afton State Park Campground

    Camper Cabin camping @ Afton State Park

    Camper Cabin (Eastern Bluebird)🏡🐦

    Perfect little cabin nestled in the southern half of the park! Screened in porch, heated with electricity, and two double bunk beds!

  • S
    Aug. 13, 2021

    St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park

    Top Shelf

    Beautiful, spacious, trees but open. Nice trails, clean restrooms, level sites. No alcohol allowed and no pets! Fire rings, sturdy picnic table. Electric and water.

    I made reservations online and when we arrived they said I had reserved a place at Elmo Lake which was 20 miles away. Same 2 county facilities but different campgrounds. Oops my bad. Different addresses!

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • 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!

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    🌲 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 ()

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    🐾 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.

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    🏷️ Hashtags & Emojis

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

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    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 🦟


Guide to Jordan

Cabin camping near Jordan, Minnesota offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, making it an ideal getaway for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Explore the Scenic Trails of Baker Park Reserve

  • Enjoy the beautiful surroundings at Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve, where you can hike through lush trails and appreciate the serene landscape.
  • The park features spacious sites nestled among towering hardwoods, providing ample shade and a peaceful atmosphere for your cabin stay.
  • With easy access to Lake Independence, you can take leisurely walks along the water's edge and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Affordable Cabin Camping Options

  • Prices for cabin camping can range from $50 to $100 per night, depending on the location and amenities offered.
  • Three Rivers Park District Baker Campground provides well-maintained cabins with access to drinking water and fire rings for cozy evenings.
  • At Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins, you can enjoy a simple yet comfortable cabin experience, perfect for a weekend retreat.

Family-Friendly Activities and Amenities

  • Kamp Dels offers a variety of activities, including a petting zoo and mini-golf, ensuring fun for the whole family during your cabin stay.
  • At Sakatah Lake State Park Campground, you can explore hiking and biking trails that wind through the scenic park, making it a great spot for outdoor adventures.
  • Families can enjoy the amenities at Minneapolis Southwest KOA, which features a pool and playgrounds, perfect for keeping kids entertained.

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Jordan, MN is Minneapolis Southwest KOA with a 3.8-star rating from 9 reviews.

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