Gooseberry Glen Cart-in Campground — Whitewater State Park

The cart-in camping experience at Gooseberry Glen is straightforward and accessible. Push carts are readily available at the parking area, and it's only a short walk to reach the campsites. The sites offer excellent privacy - you might barely see one neighboring site, making for a quiet, secluded camping experience. The cart-in option perfectly balances accessibility with the feeling of being immersed in nature, ideal for campers who want more seclusion than a drive-in site but don't want to backpack. The setting is particularly beautiful during fall when the colors transform the landscape.

Whitewater State Park offers a more intimate camping experience compared to Gooseberry Falls State Park. At Whitewater's Gooseberry Glen, you'll find quiet, secluded cart-in sites with significant privacy between neighbors. The park is known for spectacular fall colors and extensive hiking trails within a compact area. Whitewater is typically less crowded and provides a peaceful retreat, particularly appealing to those seeking solitude. It's also closer to the Twin Cities, making it ideal for quick getaways. Gooseberry Falls State Park, on the other hand, is larger and more developed, with the famous falls as its centerpiece and tends to attract more tourists.

For detailed maps of Gooseberry Glen Campground within Whitewater State Park, visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website. The official state park website provides campground maps showing site layouts, facilities, and trail connections. You can also obtain physical maps at the park office upon arrival. Note that Gooseberry Glen is in Whitewater State Park and shouldn't be confused with Gooseberry Falls State Park, which is a different location entirely.