Unwind in a private barrel sauna with lakefront cold plunges and camp access during a 2-hour session
2 Hours
Private sauna, Cold plunge access
Settle into a private barrel sauna with an Iki stove and clear western red cedar, then cool off with lakefront cold plunges. This 2-hour session offers privacy for your group along with access to camp amenities.
Ages 7+ only and available Thursday–Sunday. No alcohol or outside food; non-alcoholic drinks allowed in the saunas. Bring a towel and water bottle; a traction layer for walking on ice is required.
All sales are final. You may reschedule public bookings up to 24 hours before and private sauna bookings up to 72 hours before the start.
Sauna Camp Minnesota (3425 Ihduhapi Trail Loretto, MN 55357)
Danny and Sophie have built something genuinely special here. The vibe is warm, communal, and grounded in nature, with guests consistently raving about the sense of connection and the peaceful lakeside setting. The saunas are clean, hot, and well-maintained, and staff like Michael and Katie get called out by name for their attentiveness and genuine care. Season pass holders and first-timers alike tend to leave planning their next visit. A few practical things worth knowing before you go: the parking lot is about a quarter mile from the camp, and the bathrooms are back near the lot rather than at the sauna site itself. The staff does mention this upfront, but it's easy to forget on arrival. These are minor logistics, not dealbreakers, and most guests shrug them off entirely once they're settled in by the fire. Private bookings and group retreats are available, and reviews suggest the experience translates well across different group sizes and occasions. Cold plunging in the lake is part of the draw, though you can wade in gradually if a full plunge feels like too much. For anyone looking for a restorative outdoor experience that leans into Minnesota winters rather than hiding from them, this one consistently delivers.
We love Sauna Camp! The location is so peaceful and the staff and owners are awesome. This is the new go-to date night for my wife and I!
Keith Becker
March 30, 2026
We love Sauna Camp! The location is so peaceful and the staff and owners are awesome. This is the new go-to date night for my wife and I!
Keith Becker
March 30, 2026