Places to stay near Banning State Park

Wolf Creek Luxury Eco-Tiny Home on the Ridge

Experience our custom-built eco-friendly tiny home perched on the top of the ridge above the majestic St Croix River Valley. Enjoy expansive views from the deck, loft or many windows looking over the valley. Enjoy our private barrel-sauna, fire-pit, gas grill, pond with canoes and kayak or Wolf Creek with a private crystal-clear swimming hole! Or just chill on the ridge watching the many birds and wildlife. Just over an hour drive from the Twin Cities, a romantic and memorable stay awaits you!

The Wissahickon Inn - The Cozy Cabin In The Woods

You'll love our cabin in the woods! Once a historic mercantile, the Wissahickon Cabin has been transformed into a cozy cabin for 2 - 4 guests. The cabin is situated in the forest and visible from the Gandy Dancer Trail. The front porch boasts an access path directly to the popular Woolly Bike Trail. Our cabin is secluded in the woods, but it's less than a 5-minute drive to downtown St Croix Falls, Interstate Park, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy a peaceful getaway in the north woods!

The Gather Guesthouse at Silvae Spiritus

Nestled in the Minnesota Northwoods halfway between Minneapolis / St. Paul and the scenic North Shore of Lake Superior, this inviting guesthouse is part of a quiet nature retreat close to charming small towns, as well as Banning State Park, Willard Munger state bicycle trail, and Robinson Park (rock and ice climbing). Whether for deep relaxation, rejuvenation, a romantic getaway, or simply connecting with nature, these 30 acres provide woods, ephemeral ponds, and meadows with trails throughout.

Quiet Seclusion at Trade River Retreat Cabin

Remote, tranquil, quiet and exceedingly private getaway right on the banks of a protected river, only 1.5 hours from the Twin Cities! Even the beautiful drive there is relaxing. Enter a world of peace and calm deep in the woods. Make delicious meals in a well-stocked modern high-end kitchen, play in the river, relax in the sauna or enjoy a bonfire. This is not your typical cabin but a spiritual eco-oasis with a unique eclectic blend of modern, rustic, Native American and Japanese aesthetic.

Bear Creek Country Cabin a cozy stay with hot tub

A cozy cabin with country charm on the bank of the Bear Creek in Cloverdale, MN! The 588 sq ft cabin has two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, livingroom, a beautiful stone gas fireplace and pine wood floors. Outside there is a six person hot tub and a fire pit with wood. The cabin is located midway between the Twin Cities and Duluth on I 35. And just nine miles east of Hinckley on Hwy 48 in Cloverdale. Come and leave the stress behind as you slow down and unwind on the bank of the Bear Creek

Peaceful A-frame cabin on Sturgeon Island

Relax, fish, stargaze & enjoy nature at Sturgeon Island A-frame. It sits on 1.5 acres of land and 400ft of shoreline, creating a peaceful & secluded getaway location in Minnesota. It is only 90 min north of Minneapolis and 50 min south of Duluth located on Sturgeon Island on Sturgeon Lake. Fish right from the dock, Kayak & paddle board, or bring your own boat! Grab a cup of coffee and watch the loons right from the deck, unwind & simply enjoy being in nature at Sturgeon Island A-frame!

The Gabin. Part garage, part cabin. All good.

The whole group will be comfy in this spacious and unique spot in the pines. The overhead door is the only “garage” thing about it! There are plenty of activities in the area, or stay right on our nearly 15 acres of forested land to relax and walk or ride our trails through the trees. We’ve added a screen for the garage door opening. Now you can roll up the garage door to feel like you’re outside! The screen cords have been damaged so it will no longer retract, but works great down!

Sölveig Stay: Shipping Container with Nordic SAUNA

Storage containers converted into a Nordic sauna and living space. Set in the woods half a mile from the sandy south shore of LAKE SUPERIOR. Our two-person occupancy and minimal design are curated to re-focus and re-fresh its inhabitants. Located on 80 acres of private land, you will fall in love with the peace and quiet. Whether you’re looking for a romantic couples getaway, spa weekend, or workspace as a digital nomad, Sölveig Stay was designed to spark creativity and relaxation.

Nordlys Lodging Co. - MetalLark Tower

Perched high among the trees with breathtaking views of the hidden lake and wildflower meadows, MetalLark Tower is the perfect getaway. This two-story, 800 sq.ft. cabin has one king bed, one hide-away bunk bed, and one bathroom. We put the living area high up on the second floor to give our guests a bird’s eye view. Floor to ceiling glass brings the outdoors inside, and each season brings its own unique perspective. Staying in MetalLark tower is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

Stylle Hytte ///\ Northern Cabin Retreat

Our Nordic inspired A-Frame is known as the Stylle Hytte which is Norwegian for ‘Quiet Cabin’. Here you can take in 5 secluded acres of woods with trails winding down to the private riverfront. Only an hour north of the Twin Cities, enjoy modern conveniences like WIFI (60mbps), smart TV, complete kitchen, full bathroom, a bedroom and loft both with queen beds, a cozy living room with a real wood fireplace and an outdoor electric barrel sauna. Calendars are open 9 months in advance.

Riverside Retreat- A small cabin for big memories!

Renovated cabin nestled high in the pines overlooking the river. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space where the river views will take your breath away. We have a great selection of games, books and movies to snuggle up with in front of our warm fireplace. Bring your snowmobiles, ATVs and ice fishing gear as we are close to the Gandy Dancer Trails and our beautiful river flows to two lakes for great fishing - end at our bonfire pit to roast S'mores and swap stories!

Scenic River Cabin | Banning StPark |Sauna,7 acres

Escape to River Place Cabin on the Kettle River! 🌲 Bring your family or your friends! Perfect for a ladies weekend, family meetup or remote work week. • Beds: 4 Queen Beds • River Views, Fireplace, Sauna, Heated Floors - ALL the good stuff • High speed WiFi • Fully Stocked Kitchen • Coffee Bar: Drip, French Press, sugars, cream • Yard Games Aplenty + Hammocks for Star Gazing • Close to Banning State Park • Canoe, kayaks, and life jackets • Charcoal grill & fire pit