Best Cabin Camping near Prior Lake, MN
Several cabin camping options exist within 30 miles of Prior Lake, Minnesota. Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins features modern cabins with bunk beds that include individual reading lights and built-in storage space. Minneapolis Southwest KOA offers cabin rentals with heating but no internal cooking facilities. "The cabins in the woods are great in winter with snow on the pine trees," noted one camper about Whitetail Woods. Baker Park Reserve provides cabin accommodations with nearby shower facilities and bathroom access. Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park, closest to Prior Lake, also offers cabin rentals.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Whitetail Woods cabins include four sleeping spots with two bunk beds and couches that convert to beds. Cabins typically feature electric heating for cool weather use, though many lack air conditioning. Pets are permitted at Minneapolis Southwest KOA cabins but prohibited at Whitetail Woods. Reservations should be made 3-4 months in advance, especially for Whitetail Woods, where one visitor noted "it's difficult to get reservations, so I recommend trying to start booking 120 days in advance."
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking is generally prohibited inside cabins, with outdoor fire rings provided for meal preparation. Whitetail Woods allows slow cookers and coffee makers inside cabins, with potable water available in the bathroom building for washing dishes. During winter months, campers should pack drinking water as outdoor water sources may be shut off. Basic provisions are available at some locations, including Minneapolis Southwest KOA, which maintains a small market, though selection is limited.
