Best Glamping near North Mankato, MN

Sakatah Lake State Park Campground and Flandrau State Park house upscale glamping accommodations within an hour's drive of North Mankato, Minnesota. These locations feature camper cabins with comfortable furnishings, electricity, and climate control options that elevate the outdoor experience beyond traditional camping. Sakatah Lake's glamping sites are strategically positioned near the Sakatah Singing Hills Trail, offering convenient access for cyclists and hikers. "The campground was nice. 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. And firewood. Had great trails to walk and bike on," noted one visitor about Sakatah Lake. Flandrau State Park's glamping accommodations provide a perfect balance of natural immersion and comfort, with sites featuring picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to modern bathroom facilities with showers. Both parks maintain eco-friendly glamping practices while ensuring guests have access to essential amenities.

Fort Ridgely State Park Campground, situated along a scenic creek, offers distinctive glamping experiences with cabins nestled in wooded settings. The park's glamping accommodations provide easy access to miles of hiking trails through prairie landscapes filled with wildflowers in summer months. A recent visitor highlighted, "This is now my favorite MN State Park. Campground is VERY WELL MAINTAINED. BRAND NEW Bathroom/shower building with large ADA showers." The creek running through the campground creates a peaceful soundtrack for glamping guests while providing recreational opportunities. Lake Washington County Park adds another glamping option with clean facilities and tranquil surroundings. Seasonal considerations are important when booking glamping accommodations in the area, with most parks operating from April through October, though Flandrau State Park offers year-round glamping options. The proximity to New Ulm's German heritage attractions and Mankato's urban amenities makes these glamping resorts ideal for travelers seeking both outdoor adventure and cultural experiences.

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Best Glamping Sites Near North Mankato, Minnesota (17)

1. Rapidan Dam Co Park
6 Reviews
Skyline, MN
7 miles
Website
+1 (507) 304-4049
"Small trails for car/ tent camping. Not trailer friendly. Small vehicles only. At the foot of the road in there a small food/ice cream shop with friendly staff."

"Beautiful location in the woods witha stream next to it. There are a few water pumps and some outhouses. All sites have a picnic table and fire ring. Restaurant onsite is fantastic."
2. Bray County Park
5 Reviews
Mankato, MN
12 miles
Website
+1 (507) 243-3885
"Even before we arrived, the camp host called me to see if I wanted to pay my bill before we came so I didn't have to bother coming to the office."

"There was a vault toilet near by and full bathrooms a short walk away. The showers by the lake could use some updating but the bathrooms by the bigger loop are very nice and clean."

3. Lake Washington County Park
2 Reviews
Kasota, MN
9 miles
Website
+1 (507) 995-1161
"Some traffic noise during the day. Bathrooms and showers were very clean. The lake is down the road with public access for your boat."
4. Sakatah Lake State Park Campground
24 Reviews
Waterville, MN
25 miles
Website
+1 (507) 362-4438
"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. And firewood. Had great trails to walk and bike on. Sites are spaced out."

"Great park if you’re not looking to drive too far to enjoy a bit of nature. Wonderful hiking paths and biking paths.

Our site was nice a secluded and right next to the trail heads."

5. Flandrau State Park
14 Reviews
New Ulm, MN
22 miles
Website
+1 (507) 233-9800
"They had mobile electric fences set up so that goats could graze on the invasive species plants which was pretty cool. I’d like to go back in the summertime and see the giant sand bottom pool full."

"The campsites have no privacy at all unless you go with one of the hike in sites. we stayed at site 91, which you have about a 500 ft walk to get to."
6. Daly Park & Campground
5 Reviews
Blue Earth, MN
22 miles
Website
+1 (507) 524-3000

7. Kieslers Clear Lake Campground
3 Reviews
Waseca, MN
28 miles
Website
+1 (507) 835-3179
"Plenty for kids to do and the staff was great"

"There was a pretty bad storm that came through and the staff was quick to clean up downed branches and help all the folks who got damage."
8. Fort Ridgely State Park Campground
12 Reviews
Morton, MN
39 miles
Website
+1 (507) 426-7840
"Most others along the river don’t have the view but you can still sleep to the sound of running water (until you wake to the same sound…)."

"BRAND NEW Bathroom/shower building with large ADA showers.

I was there Tuesday through Saturday and I was THE ONLY CAMPER in the whole park Wednesday through Saturday!"

9. Eagle Nest Park
1 Review
Mountain Lake, MN
27 miles
Website
+1 (507) 375-3393
10. Minneapolis Southwest KOA
9 Reviews
Jordan, MN
42 miles
Website
+1 (952) 492-6440
"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"

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Tracy O.
Guide
May. 25, 2021
Sakatah Lake State Park Campground
Close drive to Minneopa!
We stayed here while visiting Minneopa state park. The campground was nice. 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. And firewood. Had great trails to walk and bike on. Sites are spaced out. Our 34’ trailer fit easily. Vault toilets on site. Bathrooms were closed (covid). The loops near the entrance had more shade. Spaces are large and accommodating!
GoWhereYouAreDraw N.
Legend
May. 27, 2019
Sakatah Lake State Park Campground
There is plenty to do for the outdoor enthusiasts
We biked the Sakatah Singing Hills Trail from Faribault, MN to Mankato, MN (39 miles). The whole trail was paved, which was really nice and runs through hardwoods forest. We camped in Sakatah State Park and then explored the City of Mankato. Sakatah Lake is a relatively calm lake and seems like a great place to kayak.

They have 5 bike-in campsites near the trail. Other campsites include drive-in sites, electric sites, group sites, and camper cabins. The campsites are secluded just enough so that one feels like they are camping in the woods by themselves. Unlike a lot of campgrounds, Sakatah State Park has its fire pits above ground. Very nice for keeping warm. Amenities at the campground include showers, flush toilets, vault toilets, dump stations.
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Tracy B.
Guide
Sep. 5, 2024
Flying Goose Campground & Resort
Nice campground on nice lake
Large campground with a play park and other sporting area. Lake to swim in - no lifeguard offered. Large sites with water/electric hook up - some full hook sites and big rig friendly. The site we were put in was not set up well for the connections however it was a large site. Very muddy site but they offered to let us use a rug so we didn’t get ours all Muddy.
Timothy W.
Guide
Jun. 3, 2022
Flandrau State Park
Packed in Tight
We arrived at our campsite (43E) on a Thursday in early June. We first noticed that Flandrau SP was conveniently located close to downtown New Ulm. New Ulm is a lovely town with German heritage, a beautiful downtown and great beer! 5 Stars!!!
Then we got to the campsites and noticed they are very tightly packed in a small area; they are so close together and there isn’t much to block the view or noise from your neighbors. But, it was Thursday and not many people there (yet).
In the morning, we went for a hike on one of the trails, only to get half way around when we discovered it was blocked by an electric fence (no pre-warning); I guess they use goats to control vegetation growth. Sure would have been nice to know it was closed at the trailhead. And, the knats / bugs were terrible! Friday afternoon arrived and so did all of the campers! This is a popular place AND it’s noisy. -2 STARS

Note: T-mobile service is available - 2 bars.
Maria D.
Guide
Sep. 28, 2025
Flandrau State Park
Rustic Site
We stayed at the rustic campsites and weren’t impressed. The sites felt very exposed and were directly under black walnut trees, which were noisy and uncomfortable when the nuts dropped—especially in the fall. Definitely clear the walnuts before setting up a tent. The rustic bathrooms were poor, and the nicer running water bathrooms required a drive to reach.

The regular (non-rustic) sites were even more crowded, packed with RVs and lacking privacy. On top of that, planes flew overhead constantly from about 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.—so loud and frequent it felt like a flight school was nearby. Mosquitoes were also heavy, likely from the large marsh in the park.

The nearby town of New Ulm was very charming, but overall, I wouldn’t camp here again.
Chris S.
Traveler
May. 13, 2021
Flying Goose Campground & Resort
Really nice set up for a quick stay over off of I-90
We found this place by accident, and were very happy we did. It’s a small family run campground with mostly seasonal campers. Set along the shores of Lake Imogene, which comes out of nowhere surrounded by farm land, and you can’t even see it from the road. Mature shade trees everywhere, Impeccably clean bathrooms, showers, etc. playground, small homemade mini golf course, volleyball, basketball, the works to keep the kids happy and entertained while you relax in a quiet clean setting. We stayed in a bull through site with two other campers, were nice and spaced out and didn’t hear them at all, but we’re told on weekends because of an on-site wedding venue, there are more people and the campsites are full. Mid-week night stats are tops though, and we would absolutely stay here again. The pull through sites have electric, water and sewage at every site.

Everyone we met (owners, staff, other campers) were extremely nice. Good people, great stay.
Ken F.
Scout
Oct. 15, 2021
Fort Ridgely State Park Campground
Great river!
Campsite 37 is right on a bend in the river and has an amazing view! Most others along the river don’t have the view but you can still sleep to the sound of running water (until you wake to the same sound…). Best part: no cell reception there (but there’s an app to help you not get lost that doesn’t require cell reception.
anne K.
Guide
May. 4, 2022
Flandrau State Park
Oktoberfest!
Camped here during Oktoberfest and had a great time. Cheep can ride into town kept us safe and responsible. They had mobile electric fences set up so that goats could graze on the invasive species plants which was pretty cool. I’d like to go back in the summertime and see the giant sand bottom pool full. Site 80 didn’t have much for privacy but the sites are well spaced out.
Levi L.
Scout
Aug. 2, 2019
Everett Park
Typical small town campground.
Decent little dock and shelter house. Dump station. Campfire rings and picnic tables. Bathrooms were decent. Electrical hookup only. Kids screaming and people partying super late.