Cabins near Ortonville, Minnesota

Cabins near Ortonville, Minnesota
Located on the border of South Dakota and at the southern tip of Big Stone Lake, Ortonville is well-known as one of Minnesota's premier destinations for a wide range of outdoor and leisure activities. Fishing is the main attraction that brings people to the region but the area also offers antique shopping, bird-watching, golf courses and unique specialty shops. History buffs will enjoy traveling along the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway Route, which offers itineraries for exploring historical sites in the area. Outdoor enthusiasts will find Big Stone Lake State Park an ideal location for camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and stargazing.

Rustling Elms Resort

Situated in a picturesque location known as Giers Point, these 1920s era cottages have screened porches, stone fireplaces, beautiful woodwork and plenty of old-fashioned charm. Each cabin has a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, two bedrooms and outdoor grill. They share a large outdoor area facing the lake with private dock and two outdoor fire pits.

Rustling Elms Resort
74637 Rustling Elms Road W.
Ortonville, MN 56278
(800) 839-3845
rustlingelmsresort.com

Lakeshore RV Park

Lakeshore offers three fully-furnished cabins nestled within its family-friendly resort grounds. Each cabin is unique but they sleep from two to eight people and all include amenities such as cable TV, microwaves and full kitchens. Activities at the resort include mini golf, fishing, train rides, boating, swimming and arcade games.

Lakeshore RV Park
39445 Lakeshore RV Park Road
Ortonville, MN 56278
(800) 936-7386

Silent Falls Resort

Just across the border in South Dakota is the Silent Falls Resort, which boasts five cabins on 10 wooded acres along the coast of Big Stone Lake. Each two-bedroom cabin has air conditioning, a full kitchenette, fire pit, picnic table and grill. All cabins also have use of a private dock for boating, fishing or just enjoying the spectacular views.

Silent Falls Resort
48553 142nd St.
Big Stone City, SD 57216
(605) 862-8205
silentfallsresort.com

Schmidt's Landing

This resort on Big Stone Lake offers 14 two-bedroom cabins fully equipped with kitchens, air conditioning, digital television and wireless Internet. They also offer some extras like kayaks and pedal boats as well as free continental breakfast and burger nights during the summer season. You can also book a custom vacation package that includes a boat rental or even a fishing guide to ensure your stay is just perfect.

Schmidt's Landing
48140 Schmidt's Road
Big Stone City, SD 57216
(605) 432-6911
schmidtslanding.com

Hartford Beach Resort

Located about 30 minutes from Ortonville, Hartford Beach offers some of the best fishing in the region. The resort offers 15 different cabins, each fully furnished with air conditioning. There is also a cafe and store on-site, as well as a dock and bait shop. Besides fishing, other recreational activities in the area include swimming, hiking, golfing and hunting.

Hartford Beach Resort
47584 Hart St.
Corona, SD 57227
(605) 432-4227
hartfordbeachresort.com

Hartford Beach State Park

Within Hartford Beach State Park, there are two simple camping cabins available to visitors. These one-room log-style cabins are sparsely furnished with a set of bunk beds, a double-size bed, a table and benches. Outside, you'll find a fire grate, a picnic table and a large front porch. The cabins do have heating, air conditioning and electricity but there are no restrooms, running water or kitchens. Activities such as a nine-hole disc golf course, fishing, hiking, picnic area, playground, swimming and volleyball are available nearby.

Hartford Beach State Park
13672 Hartford Beach Road
Corona, SD 57227
(605) 432-6374
sdgfp.info

Article Written By Courtnay Stout Brown

Based in Seattle, Courtnay Stout Brown has been a professional writer since 2004. Now covering travel and technology for USA Today Travel Tips and other online publications, she has also contributed to daily newspapers in Phoenix and Seattle. Brown holds a B.A. in social science from Washington State University.

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