Best Glamping near Minneapolis, MN
Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park and Bunker Hills Regional Park feature premium glamping accommodations near Minneapolis, offering a blend of outdoor adventure and upscale comfort. Both parks house climate-controlled glamping options with amenities typically not found in traditional camping, including comfortable beds, electricity, and private outdoor spaces. Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins provides elevated glamping experiences, while Minneapolis Northwest KOA adds variety with yurts and specialized glamping units. These accommodations maintain the natural connection to the outdoors while providing essential comforts like proper bedding, climate control, and easy access to modern restroom facilities. One guest shared, "This is a beautiful park reserve! The sites have quite a bit more privacy than you would expect at a county or state park, with very nice and clean showers."
The regional parks surrounding Minneapolis feature extensive trail systems ideal for glamping guests seeking outdoor activities without sacrificing comfort. At Rice Creek Chain of Lakes, glampers can access the surrounding lake system for swimming, fishing, and paddling, with a "gorgeous beach area with tables, a pavilion, and changing rooms." Bunker Hills Regional Park provides glampers with access to the adjacent waterpark, golf course, and archery facilities—unique amenities rarely found near camping accommodations. According to a camper, "Despite many of these things not being anything that I have a slight interest in, this somehow works for the park and it feels like a hidden paradise." Most glamping sites remain open from May through October, with advance reservations highly recommended, especially for weekend stays during peak summer months.
