Your Family's Best Summer Starts Here
Swimming, hiking, paddling, and campfire stories — all on 1,000 private acres along the St. Croix River Valley.
🏕️ Limited-Time Offer: Get $50 off your first family tent stay — Lakeview or Creekside. Exclusive to this page.
Unlock My $50 →Where Kids Become Adventurers
Imagine waking up to birdsong, sunlight filtering through the tree canopy, and the sound of your kids already pulling on their shoes — eager to get back to the lake. That's a morning at Big Rock Creek's Family Glamping Tents.
Our Lakeview and Creekside Family Tents are spacious, open-plan glamping tents — think real beds, cozy furnishings, and all the gear you need, set inside a single airy canvas space with the sounds of nature just outside the walls. These aren't hotel rooms; they're genuine glamping tents designed for families who want the wild without sleeping on the ground. Clean, well-maintained shared bathhouses are located nearby on the property. Step outside your door and you're steps from the water's edge — where a private spring-fed lake offers swimming, kayaking, and endless afternoons of dock-jumping and sunfish chasing.
Beyond the lake, 23 miles of trails wind through pine forest, past a lotus pond, alongside a natural spring, and through terrain that feels like something out of a storybook. Rent bikes and explore. Rent a Ranger UTV and cover the whole property. Or simply sit at the fire pit as the golden hour turns the sky violet and your family fills the air with laughter.
Two Beautiful Tents. One Unforgettable Property.
Both are open-plan canvas glamping tents with real beds, furnishings, and everything set up for you. Pick the view that calls to your family.
Sleeps 6
Lakeview Family Tent
Wake up steps from the water — your own slice of lakeside paradise.
- ✦ Spacious open-plan canvas interior with real beds & linens
- ✦ Direct lakeview setting — the water is right outside your door
- ✦ Access to the private spring-fed lake, floating dock & beach
- ✦ Private outdoor fire pit area for evening gatherings
- ✦ Kayak, canoe & paddleboat rentals steps away
- ✦ Clean shared bathhouse facilities on the property
- ✦ Full access to all 1,000 acres, trails & amenities
Sleeps 4
Creekside Family Tent
Fall asleep to the sound of the creek — nature's own white noise machine.
- ✦ Spacious open-plan canvas interior with real beds & linens
- ✦ Tucked into the creekside — the sound of running water all around
- ✦ Access to the private spring-fed lake, floating dock & beach
- ✦ Private outdoor fire pit area for s'mores & stargazing
- ✦ Kayak, canoe & paddleboat rentals steps away
- ✦ Clean shared bathhouse facilities on the property
- ✦ Full access to all 1,000 acres, trails & amenities
Your FAMILY50 code works on either tent — $50 off your first stay. Claim it above and use it at checkout.
A Full Week's Worth of Fun — Packed Into Every Day
Swimming & The Beach
Splash into the private spring-fed lake from your own little slice of shoreline. Floating docks, crystal water, and zero crowds — just your family and the wild.
23 Miles of Trails
Hike or bike through pine-scented forest, across meadows buzzing with life, and along the creek beds that give this place its name. Every turn reveals something new.
Kayaking & Canoeing
Paddle out on the private lake with our rental kayaks and canoes. Spot a great blue heron at dawn. Watch the kids discover the quiet magic of gliding across still water.
Fishing
Cast a line from the dock or the bank. The lake is stocked and ready — a perfect introduction to fishing for little ones and a rewarding afternoon for seasoned anglers.
Ranger UTV Rentals
Buckle the family in and head out on the trails. Cover ground you'd never reach on foot. Spot deer in the meadows, find the natural spring, see the whole 1,000 acres.
Wildlife Watching
Bald eagles circle the valley. Rare albino deer emerge at dusk. Swans glide across the water. Big Rock Creek is a living wildlife sanctuary — and your family has it all to themselves.
Campfire Nights
When the sun goes down, the fire goes up. S'mores, stories, and a sky full of stars — no light pollution, no distractions. Just your family and the dark-sky brilliance of rural Wisconsin.
The Lotus Pond & Gardens
Wander past the lotus pond in bloom, explore the picnic areas surrounded by wildflowers, and taste the naturally cold water that flows from Big Rock Creek's famous spring.
Where History Meets the Wild
Big Rock Creek isn't just a beautiful place to stay — it is a living piece of American history. The centerpiece of the property is the great Barn, known as "Lyon," named in tribute to the legendary Gare de Lyon train station in Paris. Built over 200 years ago from railroad ties and bridge trestles salvaged from downtown Boston, Lyon was once one of the largest barns in western Wisconsin. Run your hand along its beams today and you'll still find the stamps of their Boston origin pressed into the wood.
The estate was forged by the Siems brothers — a generation of engineering marvels — and served as a retreat for the railroad tycoons whose iron rails stitched the American Midwest together. Set within the St. Croix River Valley, one of the most protected natural corridors in the upper Midwest, the property carries the memory of the Ojibwe and Dakota peoples, the Swedish immigrants of the 1850s, and the legendary log jam of 1886 that shaped the region's identity.
"Not just to see — but to experience and feel. A place that touches the heart and nourishes the soul."
Everything You Need. Nothing You Don't.
Open-Plan Glamping Tent — Spacious single-room canvas tents with real beds, linens, and furnishings. Everything set up and ready — just bring yourselves.
Shared Bathhouses — Clean, well-maintained shared bathhouse facilities are conveniently located on the property. Part of the classic camp experience.
Private Lake Swimming — Your own spring-fed lake, floating docks, and a beach to call yours for the duration of your stay.
Kayak & Canoe Access — Paddle out anytime. Rentals are available right on the property, steps from your tent.
23 Miles of Trails — Hiking and biking trails traverse the full 1,000-acre estate, through forest, meadow, and creekside terrain.
Ranger UTV Rentals — Explore the entire property at your own pace in a covered side-by-side ranger vehicle.
Trout & Fly Fishing — Cast a line in the private lake or along the creek. Fishing access is included with your stay.
Natural Spring Water — Cold, crisp spring water right on the property — the kind you can actually taste the difference in.
Fire Pit — Every tent includes a private fire pit area, perfect for evening s'mores and stargazing sessions.
Bike Rentals — Explore the trail network by two wheels. Bike rentals are available on-site for all ages.
45 Minutes from the Twin Cities — Close enough for a spontaneous weekend, far enough to feel completely away.
Wildlife & Scenic Beauty — Bald eagles, rare albino deer, swans, and the ancient bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley surround you.
Year-Round Events — Seasonal festivals, live music, boutique markets, and special gatherings hosted on the estate throughout the year.
Ready for Your Family's Next Adventure?
Claim your exclusive $50 offer code now and lock in your dates before they're gone. Summer and fall weekends fill up fast — this is the nudge you needed.
Dates fill up fast — especially summer weekends and fall foliage season. Secure your offer code now and book before your dates disappear.