Cart-In Campsites

Star3.25
6 reviews
43605 Kipp Drive, Winona, MN 55987, USA
Summer Destination

Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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February 2026

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February 2026
Cart-In Campsites
No fees available
Campsite Fees
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

3.25

Mixed Reviews

Based on 6 reviews

4 Google reviews

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"Campers praise Cart-in Campsites for its breathtaking views, quiet atmosphere, and overall cleanliness; one long-distance bicyclist called a stay there "the best thing I have ever done" and plans to return. At the same time reviewers reported practical issues: bathrooms with many spiders and no water available on-site (nearest water is at the Dresbach Welcome Center to the south). Overall impressions are positive on scenery and quiet but tempered by sanitation and water concerns."

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Campground Map

43605 Kipp Drive, Winona, MN 55987, USA
No map location available

Best Time to Camp at Cart-In Campsites

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer likely best for lake activities and camping; reviews praise nights and campsites.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Fall foliage likely enhances the forest and lake scenery; solitude remains an asset.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring brings wildlife and green-up, but no specific spring-season details provided.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Minnesota winters can be harsh; no winter use or services mentioned for this site.

Planning Tips

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    Policies & Safety

    No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
    No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

    Weather at Cart-In Campsites

    Reviews

    3.3
    6 reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Cart-In Campsites has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers praise Cart-in Campsites for its breathtaking views, quiet atmosphere, and overall cleanliness; one long-distance bicyclist called a stay there "the best thing I have ever done" and plans to return. At the same time reviewers reported practical issues: bathrooms with many spiders and no water available on-site (nearest water is at the Dresbach Welcome Center to the south). Overall impressions are positive on scenery and quiet but tempered by sanitation and water concerns.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 6 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Breathtaking views","Quiet campground","Clean grounds","Appealing to bicycle campers/long-distance cyclists (one reviewer rode 24 days, 1,800 miles to New Orleans and highly recommended the site)"]
    Based on 6 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Bring your own water — the site currently has no potable water; refill at Dresbach Welcome Center to the south","Bring insect repellent and check/avoid bathroom stalls if you're uncomfortable with...
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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