BEST camping in the valley

 

Stone Creek Farm camping

Situated on 36 acres, this working farm is 2 miles West of Taylors Falls. Dan and Danielle bought this property with the intention of growing stone fruits (plums, peaches, apricots and cherries) using sustainable and organic practices. Stone Creek Farm offers Yurt-style tents bookable through Hipcamp.

 

Wilder Retreat Saint Croix River

Stay under the magic of the stars in the wilder bell tent at Wilder Retreat on the Saint Croix River. The luxuriously appointed four season Belgian bell tent is designed for beauty, comfort, and warmth. Enjoy the Nordic wood-fired sauna, hike or snowshoe or just rest.

 

INTERSTATE PARK CAMPGROUND

There is so much to do at Interstate State Park along the beautiful St. Croix River. Explore unique geology and stunning cliff-top views, hike trails through diverse habitat, canoe or kayak, or relax on an excursion boat. The park is also a popular destination for rock climbers. Interstate offers tradition car camping sites bookable through Wisconsin DNR.

 

William O’Brien State Park

William O'Brien State Park is a 1,520-acre state park in Minnesota, along the St. Croix River. Its hiking trails traverse rolling glacial moraine, riparian zones, restored oak savanna, wooded areas, and bogs. The campsites are perfect for all types of campers bookable through Minnesota DNR.

 

unique indoor lodging

 

St Croix Valley Inn - OSCEOLA, WI

St. Croix Valley Inn is your destination for unparalleled river views located right behind the Natural Heritage Art Centre. The Inn is a beautiful, historic building built in 1908, originally a private residence known as the Stoneleigh, constructed with hand-quarried limestone. It was converted to a Hotel in the 1980’s and features seven distinctive guest suites.

*walking distance to Natural Heritage Art Centre!

 

The Backwater

Welcome to The Backwater, a newly built architect designed year-round getaway on Pike Lake in Amery, WI. Nestled in the back of a quiet, lilypad-filled bay teeming with wildlife, our cabin is the perfect destination for guests who appreciate original design and crave a unique experience. Our amenities are luxurious, but our attitude is chill inside our comfy, creative digs full of nostalgic, vintage vibes.

Country Bed & Breakfast - SHAFER, MN

In 1982, Country Bed & Breakfast was established by Lois and Budd Barott. It is one of the first five Bed and Breakfasts under the Historic B&B Association of Minnesota. Their daughter, Sally Barott is the current proprietor of the bed and breakfast and looks forward to your visit.

 

Old Jail Bed and Breakfast - Taylors Falls, MN

This fascinating Taylors Falls hotel is the first bed and breakfast in the state of Minnesota. The cave saloon portion of the bed and breakfast was built in 1870 and the jail was built fifteen years later in 1885. The jail suite still has the original iron door and bars on the window. The cave suite has a relaxing soaking tub built under the cave portion of the room.

 

CASCADE HOUSE - Osceola, WI

Cascade House welcomes its guests with old-fashioned warmth. It has plenty of space to gather for meals and group activities, as well as nooks and crannies for more private rest and relaxation. We love how the kitchen and bathrooms have been updated, so that the home maintains its historic charm, without creating unnecessary inconvenience. It's a perfect place for a gathering of friends or family, even those spanning several generations.

*walking distance to the Natural Heritage Art Centre!

 

AMERY ALE HOUSE - AMERY, WI

This is the upper home of a duplex located on the Amery Ale Works premise. If you're looking for a unique retreat with a bar(n) brewery in your backyard (operated Thurs-Sun) than this is the place for you! Come enjoy this gorgeous setting and see what the Ale Works farm / bar(n) living is all about.