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ScoutBaker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
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We stayed at Baker as a family for our first camping trip, and it was great. Fire pit with swivel grate for cooking, bathrooms, and plenty to explore.
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Three Rivers Park District Baker Campground in Maple Plain offers a range of glamping options within a well-established park setting. Guests can experience comfortable cabin or glamping tent stays with amenities including electricity, fire rings, and picnic tables, all within a spacious, natural environment. "Everyone here at Baker is so helpful and accommodating, even when you show up and immediately have trouble getting your RV to get moving," noted one visitor. The campground provides clean shower facilities and restrooms, making it ideal for those seeking a blend of outdoor adventure with basic comforts. Lake Auburn Campground in Victoria similarly offers glamping accommodations with a beautiful lakefront setting and spacious sites.
Recreational activities abound at these glamping destinations, with Lake Maria State Park and Minneapolis Northwest KOA offering additional glamping and yurt rental options in the broader Mayer area. Hiking trails, swimming beaches, and playgrounds are common features at these parks, with Lake Auburn Campground providing an especially appealing beach area. One guest shared, "The beach area looks nice and the swim area was cool after a hot day with the beach gently sloping and smooth." Most glamping sites in the region are seasonal, typically operating from April through October, with some facilities like Baker Park Reserve offering luxury camping experiences until mid-October. The proximity to Minneapolis makes these glamping destinations convenient weekend getaways with varying levels of amenities and natural settings.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Mayer (23)
1. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
"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."
208 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $25 - $164 / night
2. Lake Auburn Campground
"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"
"I come back here every year and recommend it to anyone looking for a fun yet secluded adventure. :)**"
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $104 / night
3. Minneapolis Southwest KOA
"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."
"Spacious spaces, friendly staff. Had a great indoor pool, clean shower and bathroom building"
4. Lake Maria State Park Campground
"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!"
8 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $22 - $80 / night
5. Minneapolis Northwest KOA
"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."
6. Cleary Lake Regional Park
"The five space spot has no water or electric hook up but was a great place for me to test out my new solar set up."
"I imagine in the middle of summer, it might feel slightly less secluded as there are 3 other sites relatively close by, one of which you have to walk through to get to this one, but in early September,"
23 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $22 - $164 / night
7. Crow Hassan Park Reserve
"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."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $131 - $164 / night
8. Bunker Hills Regional Park
"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."
"I arrived after the campgrounds closed I was welcomed and was very happy to be accepted"
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $32 / night
9. Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground
"There was some suggestion that there was some drive in sites that were not reservable, that is. They were first come first serve. But I was unaware or unable to find those."
"Meadow setting where the campsites are, but then TONS of hiking trails with significant trees& shade. Really beautiful. Nice people staying in adjacent sites. We would return."
10. Lake Marion Co Park
"Even the caretakers drive around and talk to people, deliver wood to your campsite, etc. They have a shelter you can rent for parties, playground for kids, volleyball, etc. "
Drive Time
- 40 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 56 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 1 hr 3 min from Mankato, MN
- 1 hr 49 min from Rochester, MN
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Glamping Reviews near Mayer, MN
249 Reviews of 23 Mayer Campgrounds
Brett G.ScoutMinneapolis Southwest KOA
Basic KOA
Nice quiet campground. It's a very basic KOA. Not a whole lot of amenities. Large playground is quite good for children. Our site is right across from the campground.
Campsite is in the middle of nature. Lots of trees cover. Not much of a breeze but well protected.
Water is clean, electrical boxes are in good condition.
Danielle D.ScoutRoberds Lake Resort and Campground
Clean and quaint
As a newer resident on Roberds Lake I decided to walk my son in his stroller down to the resort. It looked like a tropical paradise. The water is treated, there were tons of kids splashing around, his age.. It was the hottest day this year so far. It was packed! Lots of welcoming smiles on the beach...I saw the sign saying "Public Not Allowed." I was like aw that's disappointing ,and I understand completeley, why they do this. I have worked in the food and bev/entertainment industry for all of my life. Im 44...
I went into the little eatery to ask permission from what appeared to be the owner or manager. I asked her and she replied with " NO!" in the rudest way you could say it, and pointed her finger at the door....I mean, come on. Im my opinion, I think she could have handled it a little more professionally and suggest somewhere else, offer a cup of ice water, anything kind....no. All she was, was straight up cruel and I had to rush the first 2 blocks before I lost it. My son, didn't make a peep..anyways. . .I dont like saying negative things about people but in the case, I cant hold back. If you cant be kind and hospitable to EVERYONE that walks in that door, find a new profession like a prison guard or something....
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Pad F.
GuideLake Washington County Park
Nice campground
Well tended county campground surrounded by many good fishing lakes. Good spacing between sites , gravel pads, nice and clean shower house. Not much shade. Both paved and grass trails. Not very busy.
A S.
TravelerBunker Hills Regional Park
Welcoming
I arrived after the campgrounds closed I was welcomed and was very happy to be accepted
- A S.Traveler
Bunker Hills Regional Park
Bunker hills
A ranger does nightly rounds of the camps
Brandon C.GuideSakatah Lake State Park Campground
Can’t wait to come back
Amazing staff who were super nice and helpful. Great clean bathrooms and camp sites. We liked the trails and ability to access the lake. Super cheap and easy to rent kayaks.
Cari E.
RangerRice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park
Top notch for a county park
I’m still a little miffed that this was a county campground—it’s better than some state (non-MN) campgrounds I’ve been to. Unfortunately I only had one quick night here, but it was a quiet, relaxing stay.
There is a dump station and playground, but I didn’t come across a bathhouse when walking the inner campground loop—it’s likely I just missed it. I had poor cell service with Verizon, but it was good enough to text although web browsing was a bit slow. Be aware there is also an additional $7/day vehicle fee required upon entry, which is not included in the price of your campsite. It can be paid at the visitors center and I believe there is a kiosk if you arrive after hours.
My only complaint was the 5 piles of very large dog excrement in my campsite, which says more about the previous campers, but it was prevalent enough that I found myself wishing the park staff had cleaned it up.
- Jonathan S.Scout
Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground
The Bertram Park pass was an asshole
Me and my nephew came to camp at Bertram Park in Monticello and the boss came up to him and was being an ass telling him that he can’t ride his dirtbike that has the battery in it and he said it in a mean way and he said if he catches him again, he will kick us out of the park. I don’t recommend coming here. The bus could’ve been a lot nicer about it.
Guide to Mayer
Baker Park Reserve offers year-round camping near Mayer, Minnesota with mostly wooded sites and access to Lake Independence. The campground sits at 935 feet elevation in Hennepin County, where summer temperatures average 70-85°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Sites are arranged in three loops with varying levels of privacy.
What to do
Hiking trails: Lake Maria State Park features extensive wooded trails through hardwood forest. "I spent a lot of time walking the trails, it was always kind of exciting to see what random feature was tucked seamlessly into the next bend," notes one visitor about Bunker Hills Regional Park.
Water activities: Swimming beaches and boating access are available at several parks. At Lake Auburn Campground, "The swim area was cool after a hot day with the beach gently sloping and smooth," according to one camper.
Biking opportunities: Paved trails connect many regional parks. "There is a nice 6+ mile biking trail that connects to others, so bring the bikes," advises a visitor to Baker Park Reserve.
Equestrian trails: Crow Hassan Park Reserve caters to horse enthusiasts. "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," shares one equestrian.
What campers like
Secluded sites: Many campgrounds offer wooded sites with good spacing. At Cleary Lake Regional Park, "Lots of good trees and space between campgrounds which isn't always the case at the regional parks. The access to water is really nice."
Proximity to Twin Cities: Despite natural settings, most campgrounds are convenient to Minneapolis. "Baker Park near Minneapolis Minnesota was our camp choice for inexpensive camping on the last leg of our Minnesota vacation," explains one visitor to Three Rivers Park District Baker Campground.
Clean facilities: Bathrooms and showers receive consistent praise. "The bathrooms and showers are nice and clean, some of the best I've seen at a campground!" notes a Baker Park visitor.
Varied accommodation options: From tent sites to glamping close to Mayer, Minnesota, options abound. "I bought new camping gear and this campground, given its proximity to our house, made for an easy weekend getaway to give the gear a trial run," shares a camper at Lake Auburn.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially during summer weekends. "You'll need to book for at least two nights and book as soon as you can. There are 200 sites but on the July weekend we stayed, I'd say almost all of them were booked," advises a visitor to Baker Park.
Seasonal considerations: Campgrounds typically operate April through October. "We stayed here in late September and into October. There are 57 sites with an unguarded beach, playground, volleyball court and tons of miles of trails," notes a visitor to Lake Auburn Campground.
Bug preparation: Minnesota's lakes mean mosquitoes are prevalent. "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," warns one visitor to Lake Maria State Park.
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