Go Glamping At These 6 Campgrounds In Minnesota With Yurts For An Unforgettable Adventure

Camping is fun, but it can be a lot of work. Setting up tents, blowing up air mattresses, maintaining coolers, gathering firewood, and starting fires… It can all add up, turning what was meant to be a relaxing trip into seemingly endless amounts of work. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to cut down on the work required of camping but still have a similar experience. One of our favorite ways is by glamping. More specifically, glamping in comfortable yurts that require no setup and are almost as comfortable as home. Here in Minnesota, there are several excellent spots to do yurt camping. Below, you’ll find six of our favorites. Take a look:

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Head to Shafer, Minnesota, for a glamping adventure you won't soon forget. This stay is on a 36-acre farm near Taylors Falls, and it has everything you need for a lovely time. There's a grill, a fire pit, a picnic table, and the dreamy yurt that will keep you cozy during your stay. If you're craving a unique camping experience that doesn't require as much work - and comes with the opportunity to see the inner workings of this farm - you'll love this stay. For more information, visit Stone Creek Farm's page on Airbnb.

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Minnesota's state parks have places to glamp, too! Afton State Park in eastern Minnesota is among the most popular. This spot is well known for its hiking trails, river views bird-watching, and picnic areas. There's even a little-known beach along the river! When you're ready to turn in for the night, you can stay in one of the park's two yurts. They're outfitted in simple furniture as well as wood stoves for heat. Outside, relax around the fire ring or eat at the picnic area. For more information, check out the Minnesota DNR website.

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Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area is a northern Minnesota park popular with mountain bikers. With skill levels that range from beginner to expert, there are more than 50 miles of mountain bike trails that cover nearly 1,000 acres. The trails crisscross land that is slowly being reclaimed by nature after years of mining. After the ride is over, guests can stay in one of three yurts on the edge of Yawkey Mine Lake. With comfortable furnishings and excellent access to recreation, these yurts are a great choice for adventurous travelers. For more information, check out the Minnesota DNR website.

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Glendalough State Park is a lovely destination in west-central Minnesota full of things to do. Visitors enjoy hiking, bird-watching, picnicking, and swimming in the two swimming areas. When it's time to turn in for the night, glampers can stay in one of two yurts along Annie Battle Lake. Like the other yurts in Minnesota's state parks, these are furnished, let in plenty of light through the windows and skylight, and will keep you warm with a wood-burning stove. For more information, check out the Minnesota DNR website.

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For true glamping in style, look no further than this Airbnb in Two Harbors, Minnesota. On a wooded section of a 16-acre homestead, this yurt has everything you need for a comfortable time. There's a cozy bed, a wood-burning stove, an indoor water spout, and even a kitchenette that includes a mini-fridge, microwave, and more. Outside, guests will find a fire ring, a clean outdoor privy, and even a sauna! For more information about this outstanding yurt stay, check out its page on Airbnb.

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Here's another yurt Airbnb that you should take note of. This one is in northern Minnesota, this time on the edge of a large wooded area. Open year-round, it's a lovely place for hiking and snowshoeing throughout the year. Inside, guests will find a queen bed, a camp stove for cooking, and a wood stove for keeping warm. If you're looking for a place to step up your camping game, consider this spot! For more information, check out the yurt's page on Airbnb.

There you have it! Each of these six spots is an excellent place to go glamping. Would you ever go glamping in a yurt? Do you have any other favorite camping spots in Minnesota? Let us know in the comments or by filling out our nomination form! And if you’re looking for more camping destinations, check out our past list of Minnesota state parks with year-round camping.