Best Cabin Camping near Pine Island, MN

Cabins near Pine Island provide rustic to modern overnight accommodations with varying amenities. Chester Woods Park offers cabin rentals with electricity and comfortable sleeping arrangements, while Whitewater State Park features camper cabins that remain open year-round. Most cabins include basic furnishings such as bunk beds, tables, and chairs. Hok-Si-La City Park provides cabins with lake views and nearby beach access. "The cabins in the woods are great in winter with snow on the pine trees. The cabins are well-built and heated. The wooded cabins have what seems like full-sized mattress bunk beds built into the wall."

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Rochester-Marion KOA offers standard KOA-style cabins with electricity and basic amenities, while Aefintyr provides more secluded cabin experiences. Reservations are essential, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Most cabins require booking well in advance, with some parks allowing reservations up to 120 days ahead. One visitor noted, "Plan ahead as these are hard to come by." Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins allowing pets while others prohibit them entirely.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary widely between locations - some cabins permit only outdoor cooking at fire rings, while others provide indoor amenities like microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffee makers. According to one camper, "You can use a slow cooker and a coffee pot in the cabin. Otherwise you can cook over the fire as well." Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground offices or through self-service stations. Nearby towns offer grocery stores and supplies for longer stays, though many visitors bring essentials with them to avoid trips away from the campground.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Pine Island, Minnesota (28)

    1. Oxbow County Park

    6 Reviews
    Byron, MN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 775-2451

    $25 - $30 / night

    "In the middle of the pandemic when all of the campsites are booked, there is absolutely no one here. It’s a very well maintained park with clean showers and bathrooms. Very small and quaint."

    "Great shower heads in men’s bathroom.

    Trails are super nice and well maintained, many different levels of hikes going along the River to hikes up on the prairie tops. Some nice overlooks."

    2. Minneiska Campground — Whitewater State Park

    50 Reviews
    Elba, MN
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 932-3007

    "Stayed here for a couple nights on a mini state park road trip. Nice place, like most of the MN state parks. Spotty cell service. Hiked a trail with lots of steps."

    "We had a reservation on the North Shore, but switched it to Whitewater when we saw the ice and snowstorms in the forecast."

    3. Shades of Sherwood Campground

    1 Review
    Zumbrota, MN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 732-5100

    "Great tent sites some along river lots of activities for children and adults tubing down the river, man-made lake with blowups, scooters, swimming poolAnd jumping pillow."

    4. Chester Woods Park

    6 Reviews
    Eyota, MN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 285-7050

    "Chester Woods is a county park just east of Rochester, MN."

    "Nice park for everyone’s type from tents, cabins and all size RV’s. Electric only at the camp sites but have water and dump station on site. Clean bathrooms and showers."

    5. Rochester-Marion KOA

    5 Reviews
    Marion, MN
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 288-0785

    "We got back on the Interstate & got off on exit 224. Took Co Rd 7 to HWY 52. This is a lot easier than the directions the KOA gave.

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    "Just stopping for the night but very happy Nice clean campground with beautiful trees Laundry and showers are very nice"

    6. Hok-Si-La City Park & Campground

    7 Reviews
    Lake City, MN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 345-3855

    $22 - $132 / night

    "This is one of my favorite campgrounds in Southern Minnesota! It is only 1 1/2 hours away from the TwinCities which makes it an ideal getaway."

    "Such a quaint town and park!

    We spent one night here and booked it for our wedding venue as well! The lake view was spectacular and the park manager, Joanne was so humble!"

    8. Whippoorwill Ranch Kampground

    1 Review
    Plainview, MN
    22 miles
    +1 (507) 534-3590

    "There are no picnic tables in the sites, but we got along just fine without. We can't wait to go back!"

    9. Afton State Park Campground

    36 Reviews
    Denmark, MN
    46 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."

    10. Aefintyr

    4 Reviews
    Elba, MN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 513-5598

    $29 - $139 / night

    "A beautiful cabin, hike-in glamping or bring your own gear.

    I was able to stay in the cabin for a couple nights with two friends. The cabin was cozy even during winter."

    "Book your site today and come here to leave them some love."

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Cabin Reviews near Pine Island, MN

254 Reviews of 28 Pine Island 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!

  • S
    Oct. 28, 2019

    Nugget Lake County Park

    Camper cabins

    This is a really nice campground. The camper cabins are really nice. They have two rooms, a sleeping room and a front room. The sleeping room has 2 bunk beds (4 beds.) The front room has a mini fridge, coffeemaker, toaster, microwave, and a futon. The firepits are well taken care of. It is usually empty when you arrive. There is no.swim beach. The trails and playgrounds are really nice. The bathrooms are heated. The showers are pay showers.

  • Kayla S.
    May. 27, 2018

    Eagle Cliff Campground and Lodging

    Perfect set-up

    This campground has it all. Situated right along the Root River next to the bike trail. They offer kayak, canoe and tube rentals and shuttles. They also have bike rentals.

    This facility is clean and very well kept. Even the shower rooms are very nice and sanitary.

    This is by far my favorite camping spot. I would recommend this place to any and everyone. Family orientated and pet friendly.

  • Tiffany B.
    Jun. 15, 2023

    Aefintyr

    Aefintyr is a gem in the Whitewater area!

    Aefintyr has it all!

    A beautiful cabin, hike-in glamping or bring your own gear.

    I was able to stay in the cabin for a couple nights with two friends. The cabin was cozy even during winter. The space was perfect for us. 

    I also brought my own gear and camped up on the bluff. It was so fun to socialize in the shared space around the fire and play games. 

    If you are up in the bluff, be sure to wear good shoes for the hike up. 

    I love that each site has it's own fire pit with fire wood.

    The Whitewater area is so beautiful, I enjoy hiking in the area.

    Looking forward to going back!

  • 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!

  • Brian K.
    May. 7, 2017

    Chester Woods Park

    Great weekend spot!

    Chester Woods is a county park just east of Rochester, MN. It has a campground and man-made lake (created when Bear Creek was dammed for a flood control project) with hiking trails, a horse trail, picnic shelters, a beach, and a playground. The campsites have nice, soft ground for tents, and electrical outlets are available. It can get noisy on the weekend, but the sites are nice along the edge of the campground.

    The lake offers the opportunity to fish for panfish, catfish, and bass. There are a lot of submerged trees from before the Creek was dammed that provide good habitat in deep water, and there is also good shoreline structure and weed beds. There is a fish cleaning house next to the campground which has electric lighting, but no running water.


Guide to Pine Island

Cabin camping near Pine Island, Minnesota offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the cozy amenities of home.

Enjoy Scenic Views and Outdoor Activities

  • Experience the beauty of Lake Pepin at Hok-Si-La City Park & Campground, where you can swim, fish, and enjoy serene lake views right from your cabin.
  • At Chester Woods Park, you can hike along scenic trails and enjoy fishing in the man-made lake, all while staying in a comfortable cabin.
  • Oxbow County Park offers well-maintained trails for hiking and biking, along with picturesque spots for picnicking by the river.

Cabin Campers Appreciate These Amenities

  • Rochester-Marion KOA features clean bathrooms, showers, and a swimming pool, making it a family-friendly choice for cabin camping.
  • Enjoy the rustic charm of Whippoorwill Ranch Kampground, which provides spacious campsites and a welcoming atmosphere for all ages.
  • Shades of Sherwood Campground offers electric hookups and a mini-mart for convenience, ensuring a comfortable stay in nature.

Cabin Campers Like These Nearby Activities

  • Take a short drive to Whitewater State Park for hiking trails that lead to stunning overlooks and opportunities for wildlife watching.
  • Enjoy tubing down the river at Lazy D’s Campground, where kids can also enjoy a petting zoo and playground.
  • Explore the hiking trails and nature center at Aefintyr, which offers a unique glamping experience with beautiful views and cozy accommodations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Pine Island, MN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Pine Island, MN is Oxbow County Park with a 4.7-star rating from 6 reviews.

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