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Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins offers a boutique camping experience with four specially designed cabins nestled among the trees near Farmington, Minnesota. These contemporary glamping cabins feature comfortable bunk beds built into the wall, each with its own reading light, plus abundant storage space including deep window sills perfect for stowing provisions. "Super nice area very scenic great bathroom facilities. Cabins are nice and have great woods and trails around them," notes one visitor. The cabins provide heat for winter stays and include amenities like electrical outlets for small appliances such as coffee makers and slow cookers. Other glamping options in the region include Afton State Park Campground with yurt accommodations and Lake Byllesby Regional Park, which features luxury canvas tents with waterfront views.
The surrounding landscape provides numerous opportunities for outdoor adventure and relaxation throughout all seasons. Hiking trails wind through the woodland and prairie areas, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing and scenic overlooks. Winter visitors can enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on designated trails. The eco-friendly glamping sites maintain modern bathroom facilities with hot showers year-round, though as one guest mentioned, "There was maybe 2 minutes of hot water. Basically enough to wash your body quickly." Reservations for these premium outdoor accommodations should be made well in advance, particularly for weekend stays, as the glamping sites book up quickly during peak seasons. Most locations remain open year-round, with the heated cabins providing a comfortable wilderness retreat even during Minnesota's coldest months.
"We didn’t get to swim at the lake because it was shut down due to a chemical spill at the time, but we did walk over and check it out. The views are great!"
"All spots have a lake view and the beach is within walking distance. We love it here. It’s not to easy to get spots on the holiday weekends, but somehow we managed it"
"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."
"This was only my second camping trip, my first being the superior trail with an 8 mile hike in and no amenities."
from $22 - $85 / night
Check Availability"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 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."
from $85 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Drinking water had already been turned off for the season, but the bathroom still had running water and flush toilets in mid-October. Easy access to hiking trails."
"Site 53 was close to the showers and water spigot and it was a big enough spot for 2 tents while being private. It was a 10-20 minute walk to anywhere else."
from $25 - $250 / night
Check Availability"The town of Stockholm is an easy walk with restaurants, baker, gift shops, and art gallery. The campground is first come, first serve."
"A few campsites right on the river edge. Also sites with Electric. Across the railroad tracks is the nice little village of Stockholm which is famous for the PIE Shop."
"The five space spot has no water or electric hook up but was a great place for me to test out my new solar set up."
"I imagine in the middle of summer, it might feel slightly less secluded as there are 3 other sites relatively close by, one of which you have to walk through to get to this one, but in early September,"
from $22 - $164 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $24 - $85 / night
Check Availability"My only complaint was how close together the walk-in sites were."
"Beautiful forested area just outside Owatonna. Easy drive past beautiful farms to town. Camp host told us mosquitoes were light this year; they seemed plentiful to me!"
from $24 - $50 / night
Check Availability"We took a 30 minute drive north of the cities for a quick get away, and were rewarded with a very nice campground! The check in staff was friendly, helpful and efficient."
"It was very easy to find, close to the twin cities, and clean. There was good access to kindling for a fire in the nice fire pit that has a grill."
from $20 - $75 / night
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ScoutNice quiet campground. It's a very basic KOA. Not a whole lot of amenities. Large playground is quite good for children. Our site is right across from the campground.
Campsite is in the middle of nature. Lots of trees cover. Not much of a breeze but well protected.
Water is clean, electrical boxes are in good condition.
ScoutAs a newer resident on Roberds Lake I decided to walk my son in his stroller down to the resort. It looked like a tropical paradise. The water is treated, there were tons of kids splashing around, his age.. It was the hottest day this year so far. It was packed! Lots of welcoming smiles on the beach...I saw the sign saying "Public Not Allowed." I was like aw that's disappointing ,and I understand completeley, why they do this. I have worked in the food and bev/entertainment industry for all of my life. Im 44...
I went into the little eatery to ask permission from what appeared to be the owner or manager. I asked her and she replied with " NO!" in the rudest way you could say it, and pointed her finger at the door....I mean, come on. Im my opinion, I think she could have handled it a little more professionally and suggest somewhere else, offer a cup of ice water, anything kind....no. All she was, was straight up cruel and I had to rush the first 2 blocks before I lost it. My son, didn't make a peep..anyways. . .I dont like saying negative things about people but in the case, I cant hold back. If you cant be kind and hospitable to EVERYONE that walks in that door, find a new profession like a prison guard or something....
GuideAmazing staff who were super nice and helpful. Great clean bathrooms and camp sites. We liked the trails and ability to access the lake. Super cheap and easy to rent kayaks.
RangerI’m still a little miffed that this was a county campground—it’s better than some state (non-MN) campgrounds I’ve been to. Unfortunately I only had one quick night here, but it was a quiet, relaxing stay.
There is a dump station and playground, but I didn’t come across a bathhouse when walking the inner campground loop—it’s likely I just missed it. I had poor cell service with Verizon, but it was good enough to text although web browsing was a bit slow. Be aware there is also an additional $7/day vehicle fee required upon entry, which is not included in the price of your campsite. It can be paid at the visitors center and I believe there is a kiosk if you arrive after hours.
My only complaint was the 5 piles of very large dog excrement in my campsite, which says more about the previous campers, but it was prevalent enough that I found myself wishing the park staff had cleaned it up.
GuideI have gone to this campground a few times and we love it. It’s beautiful and peaceful, secluded lots. Very overlooked this is a gem.
RangerBeautiful setting along the Mississippi River. A few campsites right on the river edge. Also sites with Electric.
Across the railroad tracks is the nice little village of Stockholm which is famous for the PIE Shop. The village also has a wonderful bakery and other small shops and cafes.
A very nice Nature Center outside of town with great prairie trails and views overlooking the Mississippi River up high in the bluffs.
The campground does NOT have showers.
Campground does not have sewage dumping station.
The campground is located close to the railroad tracks but the trains go through fast and were not as bad as we expected.
TravelerWell maintained. Nice beach.
RangerSo, I think you know what you are signing up for here when you stay camp at the backpacking site at Afton, but let me fill in some of the blanks. #1 yes, the hill climb is as big of an effort as other people have said. You will feel like you earned your dinner. I may have found a hack for this, but more in that later. #2 the site are mostly private. I stayed on site #12. I could see (and they could have seen me) site #9, but thankfully no one was there. That would have been a bummer to have other looking into my site. There is even a semi-worn path between 12 and 9. They would make a good combo if you have a group. Other than that, totally secluded. As far space at #12, you could build as big of a tent structure there as you would need, easily room for a massive 16’x24’ palace (if you would dare to carry it) or anything smaller. An Eagle Scout project built hammock posts at this site, so it is ideal for that set up. #3 the campground amenities are very nice. The solar powered water works great year round, the two pits toilets (if you can even call them that) are very new and nice. And the coolest campground feature is the cut your own firewood station. I went a little overboard since it was so nice and had a way bigger fire than I needed. Bring your own saw and you will love it too. #4 After walking around the park, I discovered a possible hack. There is an unmarked entrance to the park on the north side. Instead of walking all my gear back to the parking lot, I walked the .5 miles to the service entrance, dropped my pack, and then walked the 1.8 miles back to the parking lot. I tend to carry too much. The flat short walk to drop my gear was worth it. Then I drop around the park and picked up my stuff. Probably not MN DNR endorsed way to do it, but I was proud of my discovery. All in, this is a unique and wonderful camping experience. Highly recommend.
LegendThis campground is on the opposite side of the road as the park office… but on the same side as the beach. Nice new shower building and nice roads. Some sites are a bit on the smaller side, but there are some drive through sites as well. There are also group sites and cabins.
Glamping in the Welch, Minnesota area offers multiple options for campers seeking comfortable outdoor accommodations. Located in southeastern Minnesota's bluff country, the region sits at elevations between 700-1,000 feet and experiences warm summers with high humidity. Winter camping is possible at several locations where heated cabins provide shelter from temperatures that regularly drop below freezing from November through March.
Biking on state trails: The Sakatah Lake State Park connects to a 39-mile paved trail running from Mankato to Faribault. "I love being on the bike trail and the hiking is fair," notes a visitor to Sakatah Lake State Park Campground.
Kayaking on Lake Byllesby: This reservoir provides calm waters for paddling with easy shoreline access. "The lake is nice for fishing, boating or swimming. Has a small store," reports a camper from Lake Byllesby Regional Park.
Wildlife viewing: Early mornings offer the best opportunities for spotting native birds and animals. "We heard Barred Owls and Sandhill Cranes. The cranes flew over making strange LOUD calls. Cool," shares a visitor to Rice Lake Campground.
Winter recreation: Several parks maintain groomed trails for cold-weather activities. "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."
Private sites: Many campers appreciate the spacing between camping spots. "The terrain is just hilly enough - and in August - the grass long enough to give the sites a sense of privacy and seclusion," writes a visitor to Afton State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms stand out in reviews. "Amazing bathroom/Showers. Quiet, lots of flies, good spot overall. The golfing nearby that seemed reasonably priced for those interested," notes a camper at Cleary Lake Regional Park.
Waterfront locations: Sites with water views rank highly among visitors. "Our site was perfect. The woods made it very secluded. It was close enough to water and bathrooms so it wasn't bad if you planned."
Storage solutions: Cabins with built-in storage features receive positive mentions. "I was able to store most of my food on the sill."
Limited water access: Some parks have restricted water during certain seasons. "NO WATER ON TRAIL 4TH JULY WEEKEND 2019 (FILL UP AT VISITOR CENTER)," warns a visitor about summer conditions.
Site selection matters: Research specific site numbers for the best experience. "The hike to the campground is short and grueling. A few of the sites are in wooded areas, but we stayed in one of the prairie sites."
Reservation timing: Secure spots well in advance during peak seasons. "As most State parks in MN you better get your reservation in early if you want a site with electric," advises a camper at Minneiska Campground.
Hot water limitations: Shower facilities may have time restrictions on hot water. "Basically enough to wash your body quickly, it was easy enough to avoid getting my hair wet. The shower room is also set to a cool 58 degrees in the winter."
Playground access: Several parks offer play areas for children. "The playground is a short walk to the tent area, which was a big hit with our kids. Our girls didn't want to leave!"
Beach options: Swimming areas provide recreation for children. "Less than an hour drive from Minneapolis this is a good get away. As expected it has many walk trails. Highlight of this location is beach which is nice for swim and sun bath."
Glamping alternatives: For families new to camping, glamping accommodations offer an easier entry point. "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!"
Wildlife encounters: Parks provide nature education opportunities. "We went to Afton for a day trip filled with hiking, picnicking and scoping out future camping sites. Then I saw the snake. I literally grabbed my husband to hold him back from stepping on it."
Site size constraints: Check campground limitations before booking. "Very nice park if your RV is not to big. I put our 38 foot 5th wheel in a site but you better be on your game here. Lots of shade and big trees."
Hookup availability: Confirm which utilities are available at specific sites. "Water and electric hookups. The lake is nice for fishing, boating or swimming."
Winter camping preparations: RV campers should verify year-round facilities. "We were in a teardrop trailer. Plenty of space for the car and the teardrop in space #202, but all spaces that were plowed had plenty of room to pull in."
Access roads: Some parks have challenging navigation for larger vehicles. "Beware of lots of trees."
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