Best Cabin Camping near Turner, MN

Cabins near Turner offer options ranging from basic to comfortable accommodations. Jay Cooke State Park provides camper cabins with electricity, heat, and furnishings including beds, tables, and chairs. Campers have access to water pumps and bathroom facilities, though water is not available inside the cabins. True North Basecamp features lakeside cabins equipped with air conditioning, comfortable beds, and electricity. Cabins at Savanna Portage State Park and Sandy Lake COE Recreation Area provide similar basic amenities with varying levels of comfort. "The cabin has electricity, heat, no plumbing. No cooking inside, wonderful fire ring for cooking, which we used at night."

Rustic and deluxe cabin options accommodate different group sizes throughout the Turner region. Red Rider Resort offers cabins with varying amenities, including some with water and electric hookups. Most cabins require reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Many cabins are pet-friendly, though policies vary by location. Winter cabin options are available at several locations, with heated interiors making cold-weather stays comfortable. According to one visitor, "Winter cabin camping was cozy in the cabin. The cabin was nicely located close to the slope but not in the way of the action."

Most cabin accommodations include beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and sleeping bags. Cooking facilities vary significantly between locations—some cabins prohibit indoor cooking entirely while others provide basic kitchen amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops. Bathrooms are typically located in nearby facilities rather than within the cabins themselves. Campers should plan to bring their own cooking equipment, food supplies, and personal items. Firewood is available for purchase at many locations for use in the outdoor fire rings that accompany most cabin sites. A visitor noted, "The cabins are pretty basic with bunk beds and a small table with chairs. The cabin we stayed in was heated with base board heaters that you have control of the temperature."

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Best Cabin Sites Near Turner, Minnesota (29)

    1. Savanna Portage State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Balsam, MN
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 426-3271

    "It’s situated near four lakes and loads of biking/hiking. There is a lot to do in the area from fishing, hiking, biking, and nature watching."

    "Savanna Portage State Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot for camping, especially if you enjoy tent camping."

    2. Sandy Lake COE Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Turner, MN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 426-3482

    $16 - $60 / night

    "Electrical at every site and everyone is friendly. There are even showers and plumbed bathrooms."

    "There’s a nice variety of sites available, a boat landing and docks, shower building, dump station, playground, beach, etc. It’s all very nicely maintained."

    3. Sandy Lake

    3 Reviews
    Turner, MN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 290-5850

    $16 - $60 / night

    "The sites in the north are large and very well kept, each with a picnic table, fire ring and level sights. Two campground hosts who are very friendly and accommodating. Just a few vault toilets."

    "Nice sites but surrounded by swampy areas so mosquitoes are thick.

    Very clean, pay attention to north or south entrance. Have to drive on either end can’t cross the dam with a vehicle."

    4. Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    66 Reviews
    Carlton, MN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 384-4610

    "The tent camping is great, the park is amazing for hiking and geology study, and there are camper cabins that I have often stayed at as well."

    "We have stayed in a camper cabin in the winter and RV site in the summer."

    6. Jacobson County Campground

    2 Reviews
    Hill City, MN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 927-7364

    "Vaulted toilet and recycling/dumpster close proximity."

    7. Trails Inn Quadna Mountain Motel & RV Campground

    1 Review
    Hill City, MN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 506-8030

    $45 - $119 / night

    "Quiet little place, far enough away from too many things to make you feel like you're in town but anything you need is a hop skip and jump away."

    8. Banning State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Sandstone, MN
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (320) 245-2668

    $24 - $34 / night

    "The campsites are large enough (despite the snow) to set up suitable winter tents, and each site has a picnic table and fire pit. In the park, there's a lot of ice climbing and cross country skiing."

    "Nice well maintained State Park."

    9. Red Rider Resort

    7 Reviews
    Crosby, MN
    34 miles
    Website

    "There are 10 tent sites and many cabins. We stayed in tents. The sites are rustic but have fire rings and some have charcoal grills in them."

    "Stayed at RV site 4 which is bordered by trees on one side which was nice for privacy."

    10. True North Basecamp

    9 Reviews
    Crosby, MN
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (218) 833-2267

    "Cabins are basic but clean with comfortable beds, a table and ac! Right on the lake and direct access to the trails"

    "I've stayed in both the cabins and the camping area. The cabins are my favorite because of the lake views, proximity to the bathhouse, and heat/AC units."

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Cabin Reviews near Turner, MN

206 Reviews of 29 Turner Campgrounds


  • Rachelle W.
    Aug. 31, 2021

    Camper Cabins — Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

    Camper Cabin at Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

    Perfect little camper cabin and site. Fabulous park staff that even turned the heater on for us before we arrived. The cabin has electricity, heat, no plumbing. No cooking inside, wonderful fire ring for cooking, which we used at night.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 9, 2023

    Mont du Lac Resort

    Winter camping was cozy in the cabin

    This was my first time at this location and we decided to do a cabin (package) so that we could stay and ski (well, they skied I snowshoed). The cabin was nicely located close to the slope but not in the way of the action.

    Cabin 1 was an RV Cabin (as they call it) which is sort of RV shaped but not on wheels.  Wooden cabin, 2 bedrooms and a loft with plenty of space for sleeping. It was carpeted with outlets and windows and lights .  We had three teenage boys up there and could easily have slept 2 to 3 more.  A mini kitchen with fridge, stove, pots, pans, dishes, soap and microwave as well as full bathroom with shower.  All linens provided. Ah yes - and it's heated/cooled too! Not with a wood stove, but an actual thermostat adjustable heater. Bedrooms have mini plug in ceramic type heaters for extra warmth.

    If you stay in a cabin or campsite (they are open in summer) you get a discount on lift tickets. During the summer, there is a lazy river, mini water slide type of platform and a summer tubing area that runs through the trees!

    While I can not speak for the actual campsites since they were snow covered, I can say that they do have them.

    Additionally, all sites have a fire ring, picnic table and the cabins have BBQ grills. Firewood available for purchase.

  • Janet R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 14, 2019

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    Winter cabin camping

    I love Jay Cooke year round! The tent camping is great, the park is amazing for hiking and geology study, and there are camper cabins that I have often stayed at as well. This was my first time staying in winter, the camper cabins are cozy and fully heated and really nice. People use them when coming here in winter for the terrific cross country skiing or snowshoeing. The cabins are very simple and have beds, table, heat, and electricity, but no water inside (water punps are nearby, so bring a bucket ir canteen) and no bathroom (but you can use the outhouse nearby, and the campground will have a new bath house by early summer, it is inder construction and almost finished!) . You can use the facilities at the visitor center during the day but they arent open in the evening and are a bit of a trek from the campground. But, it you want to camp in warmth and relative comfort, and want to explire this amazing state park, the camper cabins are a great way to go year round! You can reserve campsites too if you have an RV or dont mind winter camping

  • Becky F.
    Aug. 2, 2020

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    The Views

    We have stayed in a camper cabin in the winter and RV site in the summer. We have explored so many trails on our snowshoes and cross country skis in the winter and have enjoyed many hikes and mountain bike rides in the summer months. The accommodations were well maintained with very clean campground area. The shower room is very new and the bathrooms were very clean. The cabins are pretty basic with bunk beds and a small table with chairs. The cabin we stayed in was heated with base board heaters that you have control of the temperature. We have also brought our canoe to explore the river and went fishing. There are so many trails to explore so we plan on camping here again and again!

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 23, 2017

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    Swinging Bridge and Lots of Hiking

    The main reason we wanted to come to this park was to hike the trails and experience the famous swinging bridge that takes you over the St. Louis River and the rushing rapids below and rocky gorge below. The park dates back to the early 1900’s and its historic character comes from the influence of the Civilian Conservation Corps who made improvements to the park in the 1930’s and 40’s. The park has an 82-site campground and LOTS of activities to keep adults and kids busy.

    The campground is what you would expect in a state park with tall trees, shady sites, lots of activities, and popular with families. Roads and sites are gravel and each site has a picnic table and fire pit. Some campsites are long and suited for large RV’s while others are more rustic tent sites and there are 5 cabins for rent. Twenty-one sites have electric hook-ups. If you are looking for more rustic, remote tent sites there are some hike-in sites. Four sites are located 1 to 4 miles from parking area where each site has picnic table, fire ring and latrine but water must be hauled in.  About half of the sites are reservable online with the others being first come, first served. What we liked was that this park was very well cared as sites and facilities were very clean. Tall trees provided nice shade and campsites were well-spaced so you didn’t feel like you were on top of your neighbor. 

    There is lots to do in this park and we were sorry we didn’t have more time to spend. Activities include hiking (over 50 miles of trails including a stretch of the North Country National Scenic Trail), 8 miles of biking trails, 30+ miles of cross-country ski trails, kayaking and fishing. The park offers hundreds of naturalist programs including nature walks, evening campfire talks, fishing programs, and geocaching.  Just a short drive north of the state park is Gordy’s High Hat which is a famous hamburger joint that has been around for years and still draws a massive crowd. There is a big enough parking lot to pull your RV into if you need to. Food was great and cheap!

    Even if you don’t camp in this park, I think it is well worth the $7/daily admission fee to spend a day enjoying all this place has to offer.

  • O
    May. 23, 2020

    True North Basecamp

    Awesome cabins

    Cabins are basic but clean with comfortable beds, a table and ac! Right on the lake and direct access to the trails

  • Joe R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2022

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    Jay Cooke destination

    Jay Cooke is really a must experience state park within easy driving distance to other parks in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
    Positives:

    • Amazing hiking and water play
    • photogenic
    • Some open site options for camping with other families or friends and many private sites
    • Very clean and large shower/restroom facilities
    • 15 min to small town grocery store
    • Standard fire rings that you can grill on too
    • lots of bird watching Negative:
    • MOSQUITOS!!!! Bring bulk bug spray or extra blood.
  • B
    Jun. 7, 2016

    Jay Cooke State Park Campground

    great stop on the way north

    site: wooded. walk-in sites available. camping cabins available. amenities: very clean. attractions: geocaching. historic sites. nature programs. biking. hiking. I would go camping here again.

  • Makayla B.
    Oct. 7, 2020

    True North Basecamp

    Lake cabins and tent sites

    I've stayed in both the cabins and the camping area. The cabins are my favorite because of the lake views, proximity to the bathhouse, and heat/AC units. Cabin #5 has the best unobstructed views of the lake. Cabins have WiFi. The campground is nice but only has a primitive toilet adjacent to the campsites. There are no electric or sewer hookups, but there are a couple of tent sites than can accommodate small campers. I camped in site #18 and it either isn't very level or I just did a poor job of setting up my tent because we were slanted all night. Great stargazing at both the cabins and the tent sites. 

    Check-in information is shared via email (key codes for the bathhouse and the cabin locks). The emails are very informative and the owners have been prompt to reply when I had questions. They even offer up the option to have firewood delivered to your site (either cabin or tent site) before you arrive.

    This is my favorite place to stay in Crosby because it's so close to both the Rally Center Trailhead and Crosby. My favorite places in town are Red Raven (great coffee shop with good breakfast and lunch food options), Crosby Pub (wide variety of food - burgers, salads, appetizers), Rafferty's Pizza (pizza and beer plus a couple of arcade games in the back), and Iron Range Eatery (a little fancier than Crosby Pub (but not by much) and offers great food as well). All of these restaurants offer outdoor seating.


Guide to Turner

Cabin camping near Turner, Minnesota offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing visitors to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home.

Some prices for cabin camping range from $100 to $200

  • Experience the charm of Savanna Portage State Park Campground, where cabin rentals provide a rustic escape amidst serene lakes and hiking trails.
  • At True North Basecamp, cabins are available with stunning lake views, perfect for a peaceful retreat.
  • Enjoy the amenities at Red Rider Resort, which features cozy cabins ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

Explore the nearby Cuyuna Recreation Area

  • The True North Basecamp is conveniently located near world-class mountain biking trails, making it a favorite for biking enthusiasts.
  • Stay at Red Rider Resort and take advantage of the nearby trails for hiking and mountain biking, all while enjoying the beautiful natural surroundings.
  • Savanna Portage State Park Campground offers access to scenic hiking trails that wind through lush forests and around tranquil lakes.

Cabin campers enjoy these nearby activities

  • Fishing enthusiasts will love the opportunities at Sandy Lake COE Recreation Area, where you can cast a line right from your cabin's dock.
  • Kayaking and canoeing are popular at Sandy Lake, providing a fun way to explore the beautiful waterways.
  • Families can enjoy a day at the beach and playground facilities at Camp Holiday Resort and Campground, making it a great spot for kids and adults alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Turner, MN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Turner, MN is Savanna Portage State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 13 reviews.

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