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ScoutBaker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
First time
We stayed at Baker as a family for our first camping trip, and it was great. Fire pit with swivel grate for cooking, bathrooms, and plenty to explore.
Glamping near White Bear Lake, MN
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Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins provides elevated glamping experiences in a tranquil forest setting near White Bear Lake, with cozy accommodations for year-round outdoor enjoyment. Each thoughtfully designed cabin features four sleeping spots with built-in bunk beds featuring full-sized mattresses, comfortable couches that convert to beds, and heat for cold-weather camping. "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," notes one visitor. The cabins offer contactless entry with digital codes, clean shower facilities nearby, and picnic tables with outdoor fire rings. Minneapolis Northwest KOA supplements the glamping scene with canvas accommodations and yurts set on spacious sites with convenient access to boat rentals, canoes, and a variety of recreational equipment.
Hiking trails surrounding the glamping accommodations connect guests with pristine natural environments and scenic water views. At Whitetail Woods, the winter months transform the cabins into snow-covered retreats amid pine trees, creating a peaceful eco-friendly glamping atmosphere with excellent stargazing opportunities. One reviewer highlighted, "Super simple camping cabins. They each have 4 spots and have contactless entry as you get sent a code to use." Resort-style camping amenities include free use of bikes, canoes, rowboats, and equipment for horseshoes and ladder golf at several locations. Visitors should note that reservations for these popular glamping accommodations can be challenging to secure, particularly for Whitetail Woods cabins, which become fully booked 120 days in advance for weekend stays during peak seasons. The prairie cabins offer different experiences than forest cabins, with varying levels of privacy depending on the location and season.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near White Bear Lake (21)
1. Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park
"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
Check Availability2. Afton State Park Campground
"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 Availability3. Bunker Hills Regional Park
"Perfect for kids, they have a water park with a wave pool, a disc golf course, a golf course, several pavilions with grills, a few playgrounds and plenty of trails both paved and unpaved."
"I arrived after the campgrounds closed I was welcomed and was very happy to be accepted"
from $20 - $32 / night
Check Availability4. Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
"This campground was nice and the bathrooms were nice and clean. They have nice walking trailers to the lake and beach area. They lake and beach were nice and has a big sanding beach area."
"Clean gravel sites with electric hook up surrounded by well maintained grass, picnic table, and fire pit. Central water spigot and dump station. Great signage throughout."
from $25 - $164 / night
Check Availability5. Ham Lake Resort
"We checked in Wednesday evening, and the nicest staff I've ever met helped us acclimate to RV living. We are new to this game."
from $999 / night
Check Availability6. Wild River State Park Campground
"Noise seemed to travel between sites, I had some loud neighbors during the day but they settled down before quiet hours. The grass was easy to get tent stakes into."
"All with trees surrounding your area for a little bit of privacy but the spots are relatively close to each other."
from $23 - $90 / night
Check Availability7. Minneapolis Northwest KOA
"Sites are close to each other, but easy access, clean grounds and facilities, friendly staff, and a K9 fenced area for a pet friendly campground."
"It’s a normal KOA setup but the staff is wonderfully sweet and the amenities are clean and reliable. Close to lots of state parks and hiking opportunities."
8. Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins
"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 Availability9. Lake Auburn Campground
"This campground even has 2 walking/hike-in campsites to give your avid campers a real out-in-the-middle-of-nowhere kind if feel, like you drove hundreds if miles to get away from the hustle and bussle"
"I come back here every year and recommend it to anyone looking for a fun yet secluded adventure. :)**"
from $22 - $104 / night
Check Availability10. Cleary Lake Regional Park
"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
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Drive Time
- 15 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 57 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 1 hr 20 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 1 hr 29 min from Mankato, MN
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Glamping Reviews near White Bear Lake, MN
283 Reviews of 21 White Bear Lake Campgrounds
Brett G.ScoutMinneapolis Southwest KOA
Basic KOA
Nice 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.
A S.
TravelerBunker Hills Regional Park
Welcoming
I arrived after the campgrounds closed I was welcomed and was very happy to be accepted
- A S.Traveler
Bunker Hills Regional Park
Bunker hills
A ranger does nightly rounds of the camps
Cari E.
RangerRice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park
Top notch for a county park
I’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.
- Jonathan S.Scout
Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Campground
The Bertram Park pass was an asshole
Me and my nephew came to camp at Bertram Park in Monticello and the boss came up to him and was being an ass telling him that he can’t ride his dirtbike that has the battery in it and he said it in a mean way and he said if he catches him again, he will kick us out of the park. I don’t recommend coming here. The bus could’ve been a lot nicer about it.
- Stina M.
GuideLake Auburn Campground
Nice and clean.
No hookups. No privacy at sites. Nice and clean, beautiful beach area. Nice pier for fishing. You can rent kayaks, canoes, paddle boards. Many miles of bike paths on site. Great family campground. FYI, 10 sites are dedicated for generator usage, however you cannot use them overnight.
- PPat Z.Scout
Baker Campground - Baker Park Reserve
Baker Park Reserve
Large sites. NO sewer hookups but there is a dump station.
Christine H.TravelerSt Croix Casino and Hotel RV Park
Amazing
Staying here currently & they have been very accommodating, friendly & flexible. Water & electric hookup but no sewer however there is a dump station, a bathhouse with real toilets & nice showers. Pretty quiet for being so close to the main highway. My cats are able to free roam the property & my dog can be tied up outside. Usually pretty nice neighbors too.
Guide to White Bear Lake
Cabin camping near White Bear Lake offers natural retreats within 30 miles of the Twin Cities metro area. Most sites in this region remain open from May through October, with average summer temperatures ranging from 60-85°F. Winter cabin options maintain heat for cold-weather camping when temperatures regularly drop below freezing from December through February.
What to do
Hiking on varied terrain: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park features paved walking paths under green canopies leading to the golf course. "There is a nice 6+mile biking trail that connects to others, so bring the bikes," shares a visitor to Baker Campground.
Water activities: Many parks provide equipment rentals for enjoying local lakes. At Country Camping on the Rum River, "the river is very clean and sandy bottom," notes a camper. Wild River State Park offers diverse water experiences along the St. Croix River, where one visitor recommends "snowshoed and skied. I really enjoyed the snowshoe hike along the St Croix River and watched the full moon rise."
Winter recreation: Several parks maintain winter camping options with groomed trails. "The ski trails were groomed and there were miles of trails. The candlelight ski was great and the routes were marked with different colored luminaries - for hiking and skiing," reports a winter visitor to Wild River State Park.
What campers like
Privacy levels: Site privacy varies significantly between campgrounds. At Bunker Hills Regional Park, "The sites are decently private and there is nice bathrooms/showers. We camped here while our friends used a camper cabin and they loved it too."
Accessibility to Twin Cities: Many campgrounds offer nature experiences while staying close to urban conveniences. "After months of winter the first trip of the season is something we look forward to. The sites at Baker Park Reserve are larger than average. This is a big campground with a lot of paved bike trails and a nice lake a short walk away," explains one reviewer.
Diverse camping environments: Sites range from wooded to prairie settings. At Afton State Park, "The terrain is just hilly enough - and in August - the grass long enough to give the sites a sense of privacy and seclusion. No shortage of lovely trails at Afton to spend your day on."
What you should know
Reservation challenges: Popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially for weekends. "Plan ahead as these are hard to come by," advises a visitor about Whitetail Woods Camper Cabins.
Site selection considerations: Different site types offer varied experiences. At Bunker Hills, "The lower loops are definitely better for tent campers, even though quite a few spots could support an RV. The campground map does a good job of providing visual indicators of what a site provides."
Weather preparedness: Minnesota weather requires planning. At Afton State Park, a visitor notes the importance of water sources: "NO WATER ON TRAIL 4TH JULY WEEKEND 2019 (FILL UP AT VISITOR CENTER). This may be an ongoing issue but none of the faucets or water pumps on the trails at Afton State Park are working."
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