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Minneapolis SW KOA
Overview
The Minneapolis SW KOA offers a balance of rural Minnesota scenery and convenient access to the bustling Twin Cities metro area. Set in a peaceful, wooded environment in Jordan, this campground provides a comfortable base for travelers looking to explore the region. Whether you are arriving for a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, the park provides a welcoming atmosphere with a focus on family-friendly recreation and modern conveniences.
Location & Surroundings
Situated just southwest of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area, the park is located in the charming town of Jordan. The surrounding landscape features the rolling hills and lush greenery of the Minnesota River Valley. Its proximity to Highway 169 makes it an easy stop for those traveling through the state, yet the park remains tucked away enough to offer a quiet retreat from highway noise and city congestion.
Amenities & Park Features
This KOA is well-equipped for modern RVers, offering spacious sites with full hookups and 50-amp service. Guests can enjoy several recreational features:
- A climate-controlled indoor swimming pool for year-round fun.
- Family activities like mini-golf, a jumping pillow, and bike rentals.
- Pet-friendly facilities including a dedicated KampK9 off-leash park.
Practical needs are met with clean laundry facilities and a well-stocked general store on the premises.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The park’s location is ideal for thrill-seekers and shoppers alike. It is a short drive from Valleyfair Amusement Park and the excitement of Canterbury Park. During late summer, the Minnesota Renaissance Festival takes place nearby, drawing thousands of visitors. For those looking for world-class shopping and entertainment, the iconic Mall of America is easily accessible, as are the professional sports stadiums in downtown Minneapolis.
Who This Park Is Best For
The Minneapolis SW KOA is an excellent choice for active families who want to keep children entertained with on-site games and swimming. It also caters to travelers who prefer a well-managed resort environment over primitive camping. With its big-rig friendly sites and comprehensive amenities, it is a reliable choice for long-distance RVers seeking a safe and social environment near Minnesota’s largest metropolitan area.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
becky G
We enjoyed our stay there last weekend in cabin 5. It was a clean and quaint cabin! Staff was very friendly and very informative on all the activities going on for the weekend from painting pumpkins to making tie blankets to hayrides the kids had a blast. It was tricky or treating weekend and almost everyone had their campsites decorated. It was a fun weekend. I would definitely come back. This was my first KOA experience and we very much enjoyed it.
Neila Wilde
We live in our travel trailer and have been to many different campsites. The amenities here are great- pool, washers and dryers. We paid too much for a small site, in my opinion. We have had some of the rudest and noisiest ‘neighbors’ that we have encountered so far. Not the campgrounds fault. But tonight we also received a rude comment from an employee. My fiancé was bringing our 32 gallon trash bin over to the dumpster and an employee said “oh wow” in a very sarcastic tone… not sure what that’s supposed to mean? Otherwise overall I’m sure this would be a great campground for a weekend getaway but wouldn’t recommend longer stays.
Shawn Conner
The campground itself was alright, the location can be a pain to get into in heavy traffic. My problem was more a staff member. Before arrival I asked about a military discount and was told that they have one. Even have this on a voicemail. Upon arrival I was acknowledged by Paige who continued to look for her personal cell phone. She greeted me after about 20 or 30 seconds and then continued using the radio to ask if her phone was in a golf cart. She was very distracted the whole encounter. However when I handed her my veterans id card. She claimed they only give discounts to active duty. Which is fine. However it states that nowhere and I was told of the discount over the phone that was not stated active duty only. She then got an attitude and I just calmly continued with securing the campsite. Then my significant other the next day went in and was ignored by Paige as well as she kept looking for something and talking on the radio. I am not sure if she is a manager or just a staff member. However, I will never return to this location, and almost left this location before even beginning to camp
Kyle Patterson
Had a wonderful experience here! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Especially Abby! She's a rockstar! It's just a short drive from the Twin Cities, making it super convenient. The area is surrounded by beautiful trees and it's so peaceful and quiet—perfect for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommend!
Gordon Sennett
This campground was great location wise and site layouts. The pool is awesome and huge. 9 feet being the deepest area to 3 feet being shallowest. We parked our camper reverse on the site so we could go awning to awning with our group. Keep in mind sewer is way in the back of sites so may need extra sewer hoses. We did have an issue at the store that happened often. We would go to buy something and be left alone for about 10-15 minutes at the store workers ran people to sites and such. Very frustrating, we ended up putting things back and just ran to a gas station nearby. Will I stay again? Maybe if I had to. Campground and pool were great. Just had issues with staff the whole time we stayed.