Best Cabin Camping near Lakeville, MN

Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins provides modern heated cabins with bunk beds, sleeping for four people, and minimal furnishings. Each cabin features built-in bunk beds with individual reading lights, couches that convert to beds, ample storage space, and electrical outlets, though no air conditioning is available. According to one visitor, "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." Bathroom facilities are located nearby with showers and potable water. St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park and Afton State Park also offer cabin accommodations within 30 minutes of Lakeville, featuring different levels of amenities and access to hiking trails, beaches, and recreational facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Minneapolis Southwest KOA provides cabin rentals with more amenities than state park cabins, allowing alcohol and pets, unlike some other parks. Reservations for cabins should be made well in advance, especially for popular locations like Whitetail Woods where a visitor noted, "It's difficult to get reservations, so I recommend trying to start booking 120 days in advance." Many cabins remain open year-round with heating systems, making them suitable for winter stays, while others operate seasonally from April through October. Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park and Baker Park Reserve offer additional cabin options with varying levels of privacy and amenities.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking inside cabins is often prohibited, with guests expected to use outdoor fire rings or grills instead, though some cabins permit slow cookers and coffee makers. A camper wrote, "No cooking is allowed inside the cabins, which can make things rough if the weather isn't cooperating." Bathroom facilities vary by location, with some offering showers while others provide only basic toilets. Cell service and WiFi availability differ significantly between cabin locations, with Whitetail Woods noted for limited connectivity. Firewood is typically available for purchase at most cabin campgrounds, and many locations have drinking water available at central facilities rather than inside individual cabins.

Best Cabin Sites Near Lakeville, Minnesota (27)

    1. Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins

    4 Reviews
    Empire, MN
    7 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."

    2. Afton State Park Campground

    36 Reviews
    Denmark, MN
    25 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."

    3. St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park

    20 Reviews
    Denmark, MN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 430-8240

    "Nice trails, clean restrooms, level sites. No alcohol allowed and no pets! Fire rings, sturdy picnic table. Electric and water."

    "Our site has a large picnic shelter with 6 picnic tables two grills and it’s own volleyball place. We also had a portable toilet included which was amazingly clean!"

    4. Minneapolis Southwest KOA

    9 Reviews
    Jordan, MN
    17 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."

    5. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve

    38 Reviews
    Maple Plain, MN
    31 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."

    6. Sakatah Lake State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Waterville, MN
    35 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."

    7. William O'Brien State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    Marine on St. Croix, MN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 539-4980

    $16 - $250 / night

    "We camped at William O’Brien State Park November 1-4, 2022. We were taking advantage of some unseasonably warm days, and we are so glad we did. This park is beautiful!"

    "The picnic table and fire ring was great. We had an electrical hookup and the bathrooms were really clean. Great trails in the park too."

    8. Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park

    17 Reviews
    Lino Lakes, MN
    35 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."

    9. Bunker Hills Regional Park

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

    $20 - $32 / night

    "If you simply look at the list of amenities this park has, nature lovers would be quick to turn their nose up at it as an overly-commercialized playground."

    "This is a nice, quiet campground with activities nearby. The sites are decently private and there is nice bathrooms/showers."

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Cabin Reviews near Lakeville, MN

284 Reviews of 27 Lakeville 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.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 23, 2022

    William O'Brien State Park Campground

    Camper Cabin

    We camped at William O’Brien State Park November 1-4, 2022. We were taking advantage of some unseasonably warm days, and we are so glad we did. This park is beautiful! The trails are well kept and cover woodlands, grasslands, and wetlands. There is a huge beaver lodge that can be seen from one of the trails, and we saw a smaller one from a different trail. We saw an abundance birds while we were there.

    We stayed in a camper cabin (‘Vasa’) and enjoyed it. The cabins are one room plus an enclosed porch. Furnishings are bunk beds and a table with benches. The cabin was heated and had electricity. You cannot cook indoors. There is a fire pit and picnic table outside. There are three cabins on a little cul de sac by the Savanna campground. There are two vault toilets near the cabins. The water source was off for the season, but water was available at the park office.

  • 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.


Guide to Lakeville

Cabin camping near Lakeville, Minnesota includes options within 30-60 minutes driving distance. The area sits in Minnesota's transitional zone between hardwood forests and prairie, with elevations ranging from 700-1,000 feet. Winter temperatures frequently drop below 0°F, making heated cabins particularly valuable from November through March.

What to do

Water activities at St. Croix Bluffs: The park offers swimming and boating on the St. Croix River. "Beach is great. Easy boat launch. Clean facility," notes one visitor at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park. The park also features hiking trails, biking paths and proximity to restaurants in nearby towns.

Wildlife observation: Many cabin sites provide opportunities for bird and animal watching. At William O'Brien State Park, campers report, "You can hear frogs all night and we even saw a turtle laying eggs in a different campsite." The park's diverse ecosystems support various wildlife viewing opportunities.

Trail systems: Most cabin locations connect to established trail networks. Sakatah Lake State Park features "a wide variety of landscapes. Prairie, forest, river, it's got it all," according to a camper who enjoyed the terrain variety.

What campers like

Winter camping comfort: Heated cabins provide refuge during Minnesota's coldest months. A visitor to Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins enjoyed "the cabins in the woods are great in winter with snow on the pine trees." Winter cabins provide warmth while allowing access to seasonal activities.

Modern amenities: Many cabins feature unexpected conveniences. "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," reports a Whitetail Woods camper.

Accessibility options: Several parks offer accessible cabins for visitors with mobility challenges. "Cabins are accessible for those who need special assistance, which is nice," notes a camper at Afton State Park Campground, though they mentioned, "The only caveat is I don't recall there being an automatic door opener to the cabins."

What you should know

Shower availability varies: Hot water supply differs significantly between locations. At Whitetail Woods, a camper reported, "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."

Cabin spacing and privacy: Privacy levels vary considerably by location. Prairie cabins at Whitetail Woods "have significantly less privacy though with trails on either side that have good views into the heavily windowed cabins."

Seasonal water access: Some parks shut off outdoor water during colder months. A camper at Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park advises, "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."

Tips for camping with families

Multiple activities for children: Several parks offer family-centered amenities. "Huge waterpark, miles of bike trails," reports a camper at Bunker Hills Regional Park, which has "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."

Safe environments: Family campers appreciate parks with regular security patrols. Bunker Hills is "patrolled by rangers and the local sheriff after closing hours. Very safe place to camp," according to one visitor with children.

Off-season family options: Consider less crowded times for family trips. A Baker Park camper noted, "This campground is a gem so very close to the Twin Cities. The sites are good sized, and the bathroom/showers are great. With great fishing, playground, swimming, and biking trails very nearby, the kids were kept as busy as they wanted to be."

Tips from RVers

Size limitations: Several cabin camping areas have restrictions for larger vehicles. At Sakatah Lake State Park, a visitor warns, "Very nice park if your RV is not too big. I put our 38 foot 5th wheel in a site but you better be on your game here. Lots of shade and big trees."

Seasonal differences: RV sites may function differently based on the time of year. "It was mid April so no water at the sites but had electric in ours. We were able to get potable water at the entrance," reported a camper at Sakatah Lake.

Alcohol and pet policies: Rules vary significantly between parks. Minneapolis Southwest KOA allows both alcohol and pets, unlike some state parks. However, St. Croix Bluffs reminds visitors "YOU CANT BRING ALCOHOL OR PETS!" which surprised some campers expecting typical policies.

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