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GuideSpirit Mountain Campground
Great Basecamp
Mountain bikers and hikers will love this beautiful treed campground. Level sites that are spread out enough to offer some privacy. Bath house was old, but adequate.
Cabin Camping near South Range, WI
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Several cabin campgrounds are available within a short drive of South Range, Wisconsin, offering both basic and amenity-rich accommodations. Mont du Lac Resort provides cabins with full utilities including water hookups, sewer connections, and electricity. Anchor Inn Campground features more rustic cabin options with picnic tables and fire pits at each site. Woods and Meadows Farm in nearby Minnesota offers three cabin sites with drinking water, toilets, and shower facilities. "We had a lovely stay here on August 18th. You can't beat the price ($14/night for electric up to 50 amps). The campground is quiet, chill and safe," noted one visitor about Anchor Inn Campground. Most cabins include standard electrical outlets, heat sources for cooler weather, and basic furnishings.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Spirit Mountain Campground provides cabin rentals with access to adventure activities across the street. Top O' the Morn Resort & Campground offers cabin accommodations with full electrical hookups and water access via boat-in sites. Many cabins accommodate pets with appropriate restrictions and additional fees. Reservation policies vary by season, with most campgrounds operating from May through October. According to one camper at Spirit Mountain: "We stayed here over the 4th of July, busy but good campground! Clean bathrooms and close to Duluth. Lots of fun things to do."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, with some offering only outdoor fire rings for cooking while others provide indoor kitchenettes. Firewood is available for purchase at most cabin campgrounds including Jay Cooke State Park, Spirit Mountain Campground, and Fond du Lac City Campground. Refrigeration is limited in more rustic cabins, so perishable food planning requires consideration. Camp stores with basic provisions exist at several properties, though selection is typically limited to essentials and snacks.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near South Range (30)
1. Jay Cooke State Park Campground
"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."
47 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $23 - $90 / night
2. Spirit Mountain Campground
"You ride across the road to acsess the trails. We stayed for a week and it helped that the weather was perfect."
"The downhill mountain biking is awesome (the kids still want to go back) and the Adventure Park was a lot of fun too - and a short walk from camp. "
3. Buffalo Valley Camping
"Very Friendly owners and great campsites, pet friendly!"
"This park has a lot to offer. Nice woodsy spots, plenty of restrooms and showers, and a bar/restaurant!! Tents sports are also really nice. Close to downtown Duluth (10 mins.)"
4. Fond du Lac City
"Great place.Plenty to do.People that work there are freindly and helpful.Great mountain bike trails across the road,and hiking trails only right down the road about 6 blocks.Lots of Canoe and kayak rentals.Bath"
"kind campground hosts with quiet but well-used atvs
-easy lake access with docks and shoreline
-free wifi
-this is a good day-of campsite if you’re looking for an adventure or a fun story to tell!"
5. Anchor Inn Campground
"You can't beat the price ($14/night for electric up to 50 amps). The woman I booked the reservation through was really nice and laid back. The campground is quiet, chill and safe."
Check Availabilityfrom $12 - $60 / night
6. Mont du Lac Resort
"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)."
"Water park for extra charge, but a great free playground for non-swimmers"
7. Top O’ the Morn Resort & Campground
"We were tent camping and they had a well shaded,very clean and quiet area for us. The owners were quick to return our phone call when trying to make a reservation.
Very friendly owners!"
"We stayed in site #31 overnight while driving south with our teardrop trailer. The site was so spacious and treed for hammocks or tents or trailers. Fire rings and wood is available on site."
Check Availabilityfrom $27 - $40 / night
8. Woods and Meadows Farm
"This is the perfect place to get away from it all. Check them out and come back here to leave them some love 💕"
9. Gordon Dam
"Does not have water sewer hookups but had a station to dump and fill has electricity at most sites close to water has boat access and camp ground is outside of an awesome lil town"
10. North View Campground
"Pet friendly and the perfect get away. Relaxing, quiet and surrounded by nature. We’re lucky enough to plan ahead and book for the fall colors."
Drive Time
- 16 min from Duluth, MN
- 2 hrs 1 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 2 hrs 21 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 2 hrs 35 min from St. Cloud, MN
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Cabin Reviews near South Range, WI
178 Reviews of 30 South Range Campgrounds
- TTanya L.
TravelerJay Cooke State Park Campground
Crowded but lovely stop
A weekend in October...peak color but the campground is crowded and pretty noisy up until 8 pm ish when it does quiet down a bit. Would stay again, just when it's less crowded.
- TTimGuide
St Croix River Resort
Great Family Campground
Many activities throughout the day for the family. Kids enjoyed the pool. The store has a nice selection of items for sale. Firewood is $8 a bundle.
The campsites are close but there is enough trees between sites to make it seem like you are not so close.
There are atvs and utvs but at night they are not moving around.
- AAnita L.Guide
Spirit Mountain Campground
Spirit Mountain Campground
Private sites, W/E, Close to downtown Duluth. Our site was just big enough for our 38' 5th wheel with slides on both sides. They delivered wood which was $9 for 5 pieces. RR and showers close to this site. Toilets fairly new, but showers paint peeling and could use remodeling.
Pamela S.
ScoutDan’s Outpost & Campground
Clean, relaxing, and fun time.
Had a great time. Dan & Lisa friendly and accommodating. Clean and roomy sites for just opening they’re doing well. Can’t wait until next time
Cari E.
RangerSpirit Mountain Campground
Convenient when the SP are booked
If you’re hopping between state parks in the north shore area and need something near Duluth, this campground is a solid option if there’s nothing else available. Time has not been overly friendly and the park and campground are somewhat run down, but there are still upsides. It’s close to local stores and the sites are shaded and actually quite lovely, but beware that MANY of the sites on the far west loop (45-70) will not be level. Most also do not have a dedicated space for a tent, but there is usually ample space on the gravel drives (bring extra padding). This loop is also not ideal for larger RVs. Verizon cell service was manageable and if you scout the site images online, you can find spots with northern-facing openings in the trees for Starlink if needed. Water spigots in this loop are also well placed and the water was quite chilly. Now for the ugly…the bathrooms in this loop are serviceable, but if you touch the wall or floor while showering, you might want to star over. If you forgot your shower shoes, you won’t be showering. Older bath houses are acceptable, but this one was plain filthy beyond simple age.
Alysia B.ScoutMont du Lac Resort
Nice paved spots
Nice campground with flat paved spots and good facilities. Water park for extra charge, but a great free playground for non-swimmers
- Cari E.Ranger
Jay Cooke State Park Campground
Everything is convenient
I stayed at two sites, the second being 41E, which has electric. This loop is perhaps the most central to the bath house, but all are conveniently located nearby and the dump station isn’t too far (but far enough to stay out of sight, out of mind). The bath house is fully handicap friendly and the shower heads can all the raised and lowered, and there are wheelchair ramps up to the facility. The dirt roads are miraculously pothole free and the drinking water spigots are blissfully cold if you’re here during a heatwave. Site 41E, like quite a few actually, has the fire pit behind/on the wrong side of your rv door, but no biggie. The biggest downside is that the site is rather unlevel, but if you are able to scoot all the way to the right (closest to the electrical tower), it’s not so bad. The bridge/park office/store is a quick 7 min walk, and the bath house is less than a 2 min walk.
When I was staying, we were hit with hazardous levels of wildfire smoke, and I was so impressed that the park staff opened visitor’s center early so that campers would have a place to escape the smoke. I’ve never stayed at any park where the staff goes so far above and beyond.
- Cari E.Ranger
Jay Cooke State Park Campground
Woodsy Perfection
Every site is nestled into the woods, which is cozy and adds the added benefit of privacy. That said, the extra big rigs wouldn’t be a good fit—one loop only allows for rigs under 25’ in length due to a tight corner. Another oddity is that some fire pits are on the opposite side of your doors, but no biggie.
The bathrooms are wonderfully new and central to all the camping loops. There are men’s and women’s sides for toilets/sinks and independent shower rooms—all handicap friendly. The park really outdid themselves here, even the building is beautifully designed.
Firewood is for sale at the camp office along with your typical camping goods and souvenirs, and the park staff is wonderful to interact with. There are black bears, but no bear boxes, so be smart with your food. I had 1-2 bars of LTE on Verizon, and if you need Starlink access, try to find a site that runs north/south more than east/west because there are obviously trees everywhere.
Site 5 is near a small dumpster, which turned out to be rather convenient—there is a line of trees/brush for privacy, so don’t let that stop you. There is also an ice cold water spigot behind the site, which was even better—again, trees/brush for privacy. Mostly level, with just the smallest tilt toward the fire pit. 2 minute walk to the bathrooms, conveniently located near a walking path to the park office/bridge.
Guide to South Range
Cabin camping near South Range, Wisconsin provides access to the 100+ miles of hiking trails in Minnesota's Arrowhead region. Most cabin options sit within a 30-minute drive of South Range, with elevations ranging from 600-1,200 feet above sea level creating varied terrain for outdoor activities. Winter cabin rentals typically operate from November through March, while summer season extends from May through September.
What to do
River exploration: Jay Cooke State Park features dramatic rocky terrain along the St. Louis River. "I spent a day trip with friends at Jay Cook. The water levels were low, so we clambered around on the sculpted granite rocks that line the river and falls, dipping on and out of pools and up slick rock faces," shares Jared S.
Mountain biking: Spirit Mountain Campground offers direct trail access from cabin sites. "Heavily wooded and beautiful! Very close to Duluth. It is a mountain bikers paradise. Loved it!" reports Michelle P. The mountain offers downhill trails accessible right from the campgrounds.
Winter sports: Mont du Lac Resort operates year-round with winter cabin packages. "This was my first time at this location and we decided to do a cabin (package) so that we could stay and ski. The cabin was nicely located close to the slope but not in the way of the action," notes Amy G. Summer activities include a lazy river and summer tubing runs.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Wooded cabin areas provide natural screening. "Every campsite seems to be well-treed and relatively private, providing a perfect atmosphere to just enjoy nature from your campsite," reports Krista T. from her stay at Jay Cooke State Park.
Lake access: Top O' the Morn Resort & Campground offers lakefront cabin options. "Lake is calm and peaceful. Saw a lot of wildlife and heard the sounds of loons in the AM and evening," shares Katherine O. The resort includes a swimming area with platform and rental cabins with water views.
Budget-friendly options: Anchor Inn Campground provides economical cabin stays. "You can't beat the price ($14/night for electric up to 50 amps). The campground is quiet, chill and safe," notes Whitney. Basic cabin sites include picnic tables and fire pits.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Most cabin facilities require advance booking, especially during peak summer season. "We were going to stay 2 nights and decided to stay a week. Very clean and well maintained," reports Lynn M. about Top O' the Morn Resort.
Bedding requirements: Many cabins provide beds but no linens. At Mont du Lac, Amy G. notes their RV Cabin "had all linens provided," but this is uncommon among area facilities.
Seasonal availability: Fond du Lac City operates only from May through October. "We stayed here for two nights over the 4th of July. A little crowded on the river front but our site was tucked into a more secluded area not far from the river," shares Anni O. Most cabin facilities in the region close during late fall and winter, except for dedicated winter sports resorts.
Wildlife encounters: Expect to encounter local fauna. "Lost Lake backpacking site...was pretty buggy and ticks were bad, but that's to be expected. Bog/marsh was beautiful with some wildlife," reports Lydia N. about Jay Cooke State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Several cabin campgrounds offer dedicated children's areas. "It was a very beautiful camp ground I love the fact that they had a tent area," notes Belinda M. about her stay at Spirit Mountain Campground.
Multi-generational options: Woods and Meadows Farm offers varied lodging types. "With several lodging types to choose from, there is something for everyone. This is the perfect place to get away from it all," shares Ashley F.
Playground access: Fond du Lac City provides play spaces for children. "There was however Horseshoe and bag pits, a small game room and at least one cabin for rental. It was a very quiet place and there were many families with children who were playing on the small playground, shooting hoops, fishing, and riding bike," notes Anni O.
Tips from RVers
Space considerations: Many cabin sites accommodate RVs but with limitations. "Very tight getting into spaces for a large rig," warns MaryAnn M. about Anchor Inn Campground. Sites often require careful navigation for larger vehicles.
Utility connections: Electrical and water hookups vary significantly between cabins. "If you stay in a cabin or campsite (they are open in summer) you get a discount on lift tickets," notes Amy G. about Mont du Lac Resort, where cabins include full utilities.
Seasonal site changes: Some locations convert tent sites to RV spaces seasonally. Katherine O. mentions at Top O' the Morn: "#48 was tent site recently made into a RV site with water and electric hook up. This site did not have sewer but there is a dumping station right on sight."
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