Remote Yurt Camp sits on Annie Battle Lake in Glendalough State Park, accessible only by canoe, bike, or on foot. Two waterfront yurts with small docks offer a quiet escape on a 335-acre Heritage Fishery where motorboats are banned. The park occupies a transition zone between prairie and hardwood forest near Battle Lake. Canoe and bike rentals are available.
Camping options explicitly mentioned on the official park page.
Historical Significance
The restored Glendalough lodge recalls the park's history as a private retreat and game farm run by the Minneapolis Tribune.Weather and SeasonsSummer brings daytime highs around 70–85°F and water temperatures in the mid-60s to low-70s, ideal for paddling out to your yurt and swimming. Shoreline fishing peaks then, and the absence of motors keeps the lake exceptionally calm. Weekends can be busy; midweek visits are quietest. Fall delivers outstanding color when hardwoods ignite in reds and golds. Winter opens groomed cross-country ski trails and snowshoe routes. Spring wildflowers carpet the prairies. Check seasonal updates before visiting, as facility access can shift.
Natural Features and SceneryAnnie Battle Lake stretches 335 acres without a single motorboat, creating rare stillness for paddlers and anglers targeting bass and panfish. Four additional interconnected lakes wind through landscapes where wildflower prairies meet hardwood forests. Sandy beaches line parts of the shore, though reviewers note the lake can be loaded with green algae during summer, making it less appealing for swimming or kayaking. The historic Glendalough lodge stands restored near the water. White-tailed deer move through the woods, and loons call in late evening.
Geological RegionTransition zone between prairie and hardwood forest
Scenic ViewsShoreline and lake views of Annie Battle Lake and surrounding prairies and hardwood forest; observation decks and trails provide additional lake and woodland vistas.