Wall Tent

Star4.60
7 reviews
6959 Peller Avenue South, Hastings, MN 55033

Quick Facts

Price

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Booking

Reservable

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Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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Reservations are required for all campsites. Online reservations can be made up to 120 days in advance; a non‑refundable reservation fee is charged...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.60

Top-Rated

Based on 7 reviews

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"Overall sentiment from visitor reports is positive: campers praise the secluded, backcountry feel, varied landscapes and convenient backpack-area amenities (water and wood). Common negatives focus on the steep, strenuous hike into the backpack/wall-tent area and limited on-site facilities."

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6959 Peller Avenue South, Hastings, MN 55033
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Best Time to Camp at Wall Tent

Wall tent season runs spring through fall, with late spring and early September offering the best of everything—mild temps, manageable bugs, and prairies ablaze with wildflower color. Summer camping means warm days perfect for sunset ridge walks (just bring bug spray and stay hydrated), while winter transforms the park into cross-country ski paradise, though most campers save their wall tent stays for warmer months when the hiking is simply sublime.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer offers hiking and river access; secluded upland camping is appealing then.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Bluffs and hardwoods imply strong fall color and scenic value.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring brings regrowth and wildlife but trails may be muddy; not specially highlighted.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Winter access likely constrained by steep hike‑in; no winter services described.

Planning Tips

    About Wall Tent

    Imagine waking in a canvas wall tent perched on Minnesota's scenic river bluffs, where prairie grasses whisper in the breeze and the St. Croix River carves its timeless path below. Afton State Park's hike-in wall tent camping delivers an unforgettable blend of rustic adventure and natural beauty—no need to pack your own shelter, just lace up your boots and hit the trail.
    Backpack/wall-tent (hike-in) camping on an upland plateau above the St. Croix River; sites are non-drive-in and primitive in character.
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    Amenities available

    Potable water
    Fire rings
    Picnic tables
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    Afton State Park offers hiking on prairie, bluff and ravine trails, backpack/wall-tent camping, swimming at a St. Croix River beach, fishing on the river, wildlife viewing and year-round trail activities including cross-country skiing.
    HikingTrails traverse remnant and restored prairies, descend deep ravines and climb to grassy ridgetops and bluffs overlooking the St. Croix River; trails are used by hikers, horseback riders and cross-country skiers.
    FishingFishing is available on the St. Croix River within the park.
    SwimmingThe park includes a swimming beach on the St. Croix River.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsThe hike to the upland backpack/wall‑tent area is steep and can be strenuous when carrying gear; several visitor accounts note the uphill approach can be challenging. Open prairie sites are exposed to wind and storms; campers should plan for weather exposure and limited ability to quickly return to trailheads during severe weather. Typical bluffland wildlife and nocturnal small mammals (e.g., raccoons) have been reported around campsites.
    No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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    Reviews

    4.6
    7 reviews
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    Top-Rated
    Wall Tent is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Overall sentiment from visitor reports is positive: campers praise the secluded, backcountry feel, varied landscapes and convenient backpack-area amenities (water and wood). Common negatives focus on the steep, strenuous hike into the backpack/wall-tent area and limited on-site facilities.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 7 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Secluded hike-in feel despite proximity to the Twin Cities; varied prairie, forest and bluff scenery; good trail network and scenic overlooks; convenient central potable water and a nearby...
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    Based on 7 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Pack light and plan like a short backpacking trip due to the uphill hike; bring secure food storage and expect wildlife such as raccoons; use the central water and wood-cutting area rather than...
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    Based on 7 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    “THE most brazen raccoon I have ever met.”; “Only about a mile hike in, this is perfect for anybody wanting to try backpacking for the first time. The wood pile is close by (one price for unlimited...
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    Last updated January 13, 2026
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