Best Glamping near Roseau, MN

Recent Glamping Reviews in Roseau

31 Reviews of 3 Roseau Campgrounds

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  Mark P.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 8, 2024

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Beautiful Island Campsite!

  If you're like me and hate camping 10 feet from a million campers in a crowded campground, then this island site is for YOU! The campsite itself is a double occupancy. We had 4 adults and 5 kids and had plenty of space for two big tents and all our stuff. The canoeing is a quick 15 minute paddle from the lakeside campground on the far east side of the lake. (I wanna respect everyone's ability to paddle a canoe, but this is a level 1/easy peazy/if my 9 year old can do it then so can you kind of paddle.)

  The island is filled with tons of old oak trees and has plenty of space to string up a hammock or two in the shade. The tent pads aren't the most level, but they aren't the worst I've pitched on either. The dock is nice and low so getting in and out with your gear is a breeze. We camped over the 4th of July and even with the busy holiday boat traffic still felt pretty secluded, especially at night. The vaulted toilet was nice to have on the island too. We had to canoe in our water in portable jugs, but that's how we usually camp.

  It would have been nice to have a food locker of some sort in the campsite as both nights we stayed we had a big old fat raccoon in the campsite trying to get into our food. We ended up putting our totes with all the food/garbage wedged under the bench of the picnic tables in order to keep them out. Still didn't stop them from dragging a cooler of ours into the woods one night. (Darn trash pandas.)

  The only reason this didn't get 5 stars is because the area around the island is all weeds and muck. You'll have to paddle west into the big part of the lake (10 minutes) and dock your canoe next to the swimming beach if you want a muck and weed-free swimming experience.

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  Teresa T.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 23, 2024

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Exactly what you picture for a MN state park

  I think this place is wonderfully scenic and the lake is so pretty. I like it is limited boating and really made for the kayak sort of paddling. The water is very high this year and the mosquitoes are out in force. Also, there is zero cell service and if you are right parked at the office, you could get on their free wifi which is likely what I will have to do for work. I put my starlink on the roof of the van but the service is horrible and even though I changed to most exposed spot, it isn't enough. The office staff was very nice but I will likely need to unplug and commute out to work.

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  Teresa T.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 19, 2024

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Nice little park with more then expected

  The campground is tiny but there are showers, bathrooms and water readily available and I think it is a lightly used park. Good trails, nice exhibits and a surprising amount of wildlife. The river was very high and overall very wet summer so far but green.

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  A J.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 31, 2023

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Bustling, well maintained state park

  Camped at Lake Bronson the first weekend of June at site 47 beside the lake.  Our site had nice shade (beware - quite a few lake side sites are full sun), a necessity on the unusually warm June weekend. All amenities were very well maintained and close to our campsite. Unsure of how close sites were at the Two Rivers campground but Lake side were very close and multiple people were up until late into the evening. Not an issue for us, but if you're looking to get away in a more secluded location this would not be for you.

  With temps in the mid 90s we enjoyed plenty of time in the lake, hiked to the top of the WPA observation tower, listened to trumpeter swans & watched the sun set over the lake .

  One thing of note - our campsite was CRAWLING with ticks. Upon waking we had over a dozen hanging onto the outside of our tent, and picked more than we could count off of ourselves during our 24 hour stay. Unsure if it was a banner year for the buggers or if the location of the camping sites in grass next to a tree line was a perfect breeding ground but it was truly remarkable.

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  Farfisa J.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 23, 2023

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Lakeside 42

  Site 42 is on the lake and is a long, breezy spot. However, there is little shade during the morning and afternoon. •Picnic table •Fire ring with grate •Flat site •No hammock trees •Across the campground from the bathroom/shower and privy •Close to playground •Boat/motor/canoe rental •Helpful and nice staff •Well maintained

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  Tori K.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 1, 2023

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Small park and campground

  This park and campground are both pretty small but still a great stay! I was here early in the season...a lot of the trails had flooding. The hiking club trail was particularly bad as a good portion was at least ankle deep. My dog had to be carried so I wasn't able to get pictures of that 🤣

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  Torey H.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 20, 2021

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Quiet, Private, Peaceful

  Stayed here for a night during the week and the sites a little further from the main bathroom are VERY private. Stayed in site 9 which had one good set of trees for hanging a hammock. There was a picnic table and fire ring and I couldn’t see any other sites. Took a quick walk along the lake and it was gorgeous. Will definitely bring my kayak next time. It’d you’re looking for a private site, close to a vault toilet with a lot of trees 7 looked like a good one. Flush toilets and showers available, vault toilets as well for the sites further from the main bathroom. Drinking water available. Weak cell service. Overall a lovely park.

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  Dave H.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 11, 2021

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Fishing and fun

  Nice sites large and level. Some good lake views.

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  Tammy Rae S.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 20, 2021

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Wonderful experience! And then you can get

  Nice little campground with a shower and toilet very clean quick walk to a great lake to swim and enjoy not crowded nice people.

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  Mary W.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 12, 2021

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Fun!

  Beautiful beach! Alot of nice hiking paths.

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  Rob P.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 30, 2021

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Quiet, secluded

  Sites were well spaced, quiet, newer vault toilets. Ticks were bad as well as flys and bees, be prepared

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  Scott G.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 8, 2021

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Oasis in the farm fields

  Very nice campground. Stayed on the lake side of the park. Very many campsites. Stayed in site 8, which had an electric option. Was tucked in the corner so the wind out of the west wasn’t much of an issue. The beach was nearby as was the boat rentals. The bathrooms and showers were clean and maintained daily. The bathroom and shower house at the beach was exceptionally well maintained.

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  Samantha

  Guide

  

  May. 16, 2021

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Well maintained park with nice trails and interesting history

  A very beautiful park for a day trip or weekend camping. The trails aren't exhastingly long but are very dynamic and have an abundance of wildlife. The historic area is well kept and very cool so check it out!!

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  Will H.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 25, 2020

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Great Northwoods Park

  This park is a quiet oasis in northern MN. The campground was clean and pretty empty. Heard wolves!!!

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  Ian Y.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 19, 2020

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Canoe-in shoe-in

  How would you like to camp on your own private island? Reserve the single canoe-in site and make your dreams come true! We had such an excellent time hanging out on our little island and using it as a home base for combined canoeing and hiking day trips. You should be comfortable in a canoe before you commit to this, as it's a decent distance to paddle from the dock to the site, and you'll be loaded with gear. The paddling can also get pretty tough when the wind picks up, especially on the open stretches of the lake.

  The park is beautiful and large, and the canoe-in site is spacious and very pleasant. There's some noise from speedboats and fishing boats during the day, but you get the lake to yourself once the sun sets and everyone else goes home. The mosquitoes were not bad on the island, though there were some annoying flies in the afternoons.

  Our only disappointment was that there were no good swimming options from the island itself. Too many reeds, and the boat dock is in a shallow mucky area. We had better luck paddling to other spots to swim.

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  Ian Y.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 19, 2020

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Walk-in bliss

  The walk-in sites here are so good I almost don't want to spill the secret. There's just two sites, far from the main campsite and everything else, and spaced decently far apart from each other. They're nestled in quiet pine groves on a ridge overlooking the lake. The lake is electric motors only, so it's peaceful all the time. The sites are spacious and flat, and there are excellent hammock possibilities.

  A few things to know: it's a bit of a walk from the parking spaces, at least a quarter mile, but there was a single cart provided when we were there. There are no bear boxes, so you're on your own for protecting your food from critters. And while the sites are on the lake, there's not great water access. The lakeshore is down a slightly treacherous slope from the sites, and the reeds and sediment along shore would make it a nuisance to gather drinking water. You're probably better off filling up at the main campground and carting your water in. I doubt it would be great swimming from shore either, though I'm sure you could make it work if you were determined.

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  Brittany

  Guide

  

  Sep. 15, 2020

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Nice Trails

  Stayed here a couple times to do the Lake Bronson Adventure Race. Nice, quiet, paved trail, and always see deer up close there!

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  Stephanie K.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 3, 2020

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Camping in Mosquito Country

  Campsites secluded bathrooms were closed when we visited so only vault toilets were open. Mosquitos in this whole are were thick definitely plan on bringing A LOT of bug spray if going in the summer.

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  Ason S.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 28, 2020

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Worth checking out; bring bug spray

  Nice little campgrounds. Our favorite part was checking out the Old Mill & settler’s cabin. Unfortunately, the bridge & swimming pond were closed. Electric & water hook ups on the inner loop. LOTS of mosquitos when we visited - bring bug spray & extra bug spray! Great little self serve firewood spot in the campsite. Kept clean. Trails were neat, but we spent minimal time on them due to the bugs. Playground is a swing set.

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  Scott M.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 17, 2020

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  You can easily get lost out here!

  The drive in upper Minnesota is always amazing and to get here you have to climb to the northern parts of Minnesota but it is totally worth it.

  The campground is pretty well maintained considering it is a state park and minnesota has thousands. The roads are not all paved but the ones that’s aren’t are in good condition.

  Loop A is non electric and has some campers with solar panels and generators. Loop b has electric. The campsites are adequate but nothing amazing and the pine forest allows you to see your neighbors. The flies and mosquitos are pretty numerous so you have to be ware.

  The campground has a decent boat dock and canoes can be rented. The picnic and beach are are huge and very perfect for a hot summers day.

  The real secret of this campground are the walk-in sites and cabin B. Super secluded with views of the lake! When I come back I’ll be in the walk in sites for sure!

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  Collin L.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 4, 2020

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Great spot

  Great camping, tons to do. Clean bathrooms wouldn’t swim in the water for to long.

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  Collin L.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 4, 2020

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Great beach

  No electricity, restrooms are very basic. Camping has limited capacity but they do keep them very clean.

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  Jen A.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 28, 2019

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Camper Cabin

  We stayed here in a camper cabin in late fall.  We were the only people in the park.  The ranger was wonderful when we called to reserve the cabin.  He made sure we had a few bundles of wood to cook dinner on in our cabin and he made sure that the cabin was open and ready for us.  We hiked in the park and saw how beautiful the scenery is.  Northern MN is amazing!

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  Allysa K.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 21, 2018

  Lake Bronson State Park Campground

  Nice Park

  The park was nice and well marked. Had a beach and an observation tower that would be worth a visit. Trail was a bit boring without much shade and anywhere near standing water had a bad odor. Perhaps summer season had something to do with it, would visit again.

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  Allysa K.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 21, 2018

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Fab HC Trail in July!

  Park is on the smaller side compared to other state parks but was great with a very nice beach. Scenic prairie trail with tons of wild life to watch like butterflies, frogs, chipmunks, grasshoppers, and caterpillars. Wild Raspberries grow along the trail as well.

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  Allysa K.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 21, 2018

  Hayes Lake State Park Campground

  Clean and Quiet

  Our campsite was very spacious and I was impressed with how tidy the entire park was! The trail was nice and shady with nice interpretive signage. Bathrooms were very clean! They have a beach and lots of rentals to take out on the lake. Quiet hours were well abided by.

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  Rudy W.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 19, 2018

  Old Mill State Park Campground

  Nice area and historical

  This was a really cool park to go to, there’s a couple historical building for those interested in history and mills. Many trails to walk on and there’s a beach area for those who like to swim. Campsites are nicely spread out and everyone is friendly.