Is Camper Cabins Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Camper Cabins Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Are there showers at Camper Cabins Campground?

Camper Cabins Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Are dogs allowed at Camper Cabins Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Camper Cabins Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Camper Cabins Campground?

Camper Cabins Campground offers: Electrical Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

Camper Cabins Campground

4.32

139 reviews

Top 23% in MNSummer

Family FriendlyScenic ViewsGreat Hiking

Featured in:Spring Camping Minnesota

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817 ft

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Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

Electric

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817 ft

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Year-round

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No Service

Pets

No Pets

Electric

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Summer delivers reliably warm weather with daytime highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s°F and nights in the mid-50s to low-60s, making it the most popular season for camping, swimming, and paddling the St. Croix. Long daylight hours fit in hikes and evening naturalist programs, but expect higher weekend crowds and heavy mosquitoes and biting flies in July and August. Reviewers consistently prefer fall for comfortable temperatures, vibrant foliage, and fewer insects, though spring and early summer bring wildflowers and active wildlife at the cost of mud and bugs near wetlands. Winter maintains groomed cross-country ski trails and a peaceful, snowy atmosphere, with facilities and buildings still open.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Top 23% in MN

Summer is most popular—warm days, swimming, paddling and busiest season per overview.

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About Camper Cabins Campground

Camper Cabins Campground sits within William O'Brien State Park along the St. Croix River, about an hour north of the Twin Cities. The cabins cluster near the main campground loop in a mix of hardwood forest and open meadow, offering a sheltered alternative to tent camping with access to the park's 13 miles of trails, riverside beach, and fishing pier. Reviewers consistently praise the well-maintained trails and family-friendly atmosphere, though mosquitoes can be thick in July and August.

Weather and SeasonsSummer delivers reliably warm weather with daytime highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s°F and nights in the mid-50s to low-60s, making it the most popular season for camping, swimming, and paddling the St. Croix. Long daylight hours fit in hikes and evening naturalist programs, but expect higher weekend crowds and heavy mosquitoes and biting flies in July and August. Reviewers consistently prefer fall for comfortable temperatures, vibrant foliage, and fewer insects, though spring and early summer bring wildflowers and active wildlife at the cost of mud and bugs near wetlands. Winter maintains groomed cross-country ski trails and a peaceful, snowy atmosphere, with facilities and buildings still open.

Natural Features and SceneryThe park occupies rolling glacial moraine hills along the federally protected St. Croix River, with habitats ranging from floodplain and wetlands to restored oak savanna and hardwood forest. Trails pass beaver ponds, marshes with visible dams, and open prairie dotted with wildflowers and tall grasses. Lake Alice, once a prominent water feature, now sits mostly dry but still draws waterfowl and wading birds to its basin. River views appear along the Riverside Trail, and the prairie overlook areas offer long sightlines across grasslands. Fall brings strong color from the hardwood canopy; winter transforms the landscape into quiet, snow-covered skiing terrain. White-tailed deer, foxes, raccoons, beavers, woodpeckers, herons, and migratory songbirds are commonly spotted.

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Best CampsitesReviewers favor the Riverside campground over the Savanna area for its proximity to the St. Croix River, Lake Alice basin, and the beach, though specific cabin numbers are rarely mentioned in public reviews. Based on general campground feedback, cabins on the outside of the loop with partial river or open-meadow views and decent tree cover offer more privacy and scenic value. Walk-in sites and the Savanna campground draw campers seeking quieter spots away from the more congested Riverside loop.

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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.

No Flush ToiletsFlush toilets are not available at this campground. Expect vault or pit toilets only.

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

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4.3

139 reviews

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Camper Cabins Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers consistently praise William O’Brien State Park for its well‑maintained, varied hiking trails, scenic river access and family‑friendly camping. Campsites (Savanna and Riverside) sit under tree canopies and many visitors highlight the beach, fishing pier and improvements to day‑use facilities; staff and other campers are described as helpful and friendly.

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Based on 139 reviews

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["Excellent, well‑maintained hiking trails with a variety of terrain (forest, prairie, marshland) and good signage on many routes","Beautiful St. Croix river access — canoe/kayak/boat launches, river...

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Families or couples who want a cabin-style buffer from the elements without hauling gear far from the Twin Cities. Fall is the sweet spot: foliage is strong, bugs drop off, and the Riverside Trail delivers river views without the July crowds.

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Pets are a hard no. No showers, no dump station, and no potable water on-site rules this out for anyone expecting full-service RV hookups beyond electric. Bring every drop of water you'll need.

Nearby Campgrounds

16821 O'Brien Trail North, Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Savanna Campground sits on the wooded banks of the St. Croix River in William O'Brien State Park, about an hour north of the Twin Cities. The campground offers electric sites, tent sites, walk-in areas, and camper cabins with electricity, plus direct access to hiking trails and river launch points. Facilities run mid-April through mid-October, with three cabins open year-round.