Does The Back 20 have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at The Back 20. Outhouse

Does The Back 20 have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at The Back 20.

Does The Back 20 have cooking equipment?

Yes — cooking equipment is available at The Back 20. This is a dry cabin. Please bring in your own water. Please bring all Pots, pans cutlery, silverware as if you were camping. We do not provide dishes or cooking dishes.

Does The Back 20 have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at The Back 20. Everything you bring in you take out... trash included. This is a leave no trace property.

How do you get to the site at The Back 20?

Moderate walk from parking to your site.

Are pets allowed at The Back 20?

Yes — The Back 20 is pet-friendly. Off leash.

Are campfires allowed at The Back 20?

Yes — campfires are allowed at The Back 20. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at The Back 20?

You'll head straight to your site upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at The Back 20?

Full refund anytime before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at The Back 20?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 11am.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at The Back 20?

Book from 1 day to 6 months ahead. Stay 2 to 4 nights.

Is drinking water available at The Back 20?

No — no potable water at The Back 20. There is no well or water on this property. There is a trout stream approx 1-2 Miles from cabin down the gravel road. Snow can be melted. You can bring water in with jugs.

Does The Back 20 have showers?

No — no showers at The Back 20. Stream is about 1-2 miles down the road.

Does The Back 20 have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at The Back 20.

Does The Back 20 have laundry?

No — no laundry at The Back 20.

Does The Back 20 have a playground?

No — no playground at The Back 20.

Secluded spot all to yourself 1 mile off the road. 4x4 when conditions allow or hike ATV or UTV back.

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The Back 20

Hosted by Heather · Utica, Minnesota

2 guests max · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet

93%

14 reviews

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

The Back 20 is is a cute and secluded place to rough it. Completely private half mile off the road. Please read entirety of description and how to access property before booking. The Back 20 is an ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK PROPERTY!!!!! There is uneven ground/terrain, trip hazards, valleys, loose stone, brush hazard to vehicles, no way for emergency vehicles to enter this property successfully type of hazards. We are not responsible for any injury/death you or your guests may incur while navigating property and by entering property you agree to such terms. This is a No Trespassing without permission property. Access To the Back 20: This is a HIKE IN ONLY PROPERTY! You are also welcome to ATV or Snomobile back there. Cabin is half mile off road, be prepared in case of inclement weather or tough conditions for the hike. There is parking area located just off the road before the trail starts to right. No HUNTING without permission!!! We manage this land properly for all hunters and non hunters to enjoy. That being said no hunting will be allowed on property of any sort unless you have prior permission. Guests caught hunting without permission will be considered Trespassers. This is a Dry cabin. There is no water on property. In warm conditions the water barrels may/may not be full. Feel free to use the water from them for dishes or bathing outside. It is not drinkable water and bringing your own drinking water in is necessary. There is an outhouse and a small boat toilet in the home. We prefer you to use the outhouse overall. If use inside toilet, you must rinse it outside and clean before leaving. No exceptions. Learn more about this land: Enrich yourself in this private retreat nestled away from the road within a beautiful hardwood valley. No internet, no tv, limited cell service with property..Deer, Fox, coyote, and eagles are just a small amount of wildlife you will see here. Great for a weekend unplugged to relax among the stars. Small dry cabin with 1 queenbed, and two cots with sleeping bags. Room for extra tents as well. Pit toilet with outside shower available in summer. Nearby trout stream 1 mile away. Cute and comfy spot to unwind and unplug. Bring your flashlight! It’s dark back here but oh the stars you’ll see on a clear night! Solar power will keep your phone charged in case of emergency. Large deck with picnic table and no one around. Completely private! Great spot to be in nature. Clothing optional!This property is like camping with a cabin. You will need to bring pots pans dishes cutlery as it is not provided.. Wood stove heat in winter. Must bring your own wood or scavenge on land. Very homey and wonderful way to rough it!Enrich yourself in this private retreat nestled away from the road within a beautiful hardwood valley. No internet, no tv, limited cell service with property..Deer, Fox, coyote, and eagles are just a small amount of wildlife you will see here. Great for a weekend unplugged to relax among the stars. Small dry cabin with 1 queenbed, and two cots with sleeping bags. Room for extra tents as well. Pit toilet with outside shower available in summer. Nearby trout stream 1 mile away. Cute and comfy spot to unwind and unplug. Bring your flashlight! It’s dark back here but oh the stars you’ll see on a clear night! Solar power will keep your phone charged in case of emergency. Large deck with picnic table and no one around. Completely private! Great spot to be in nature. Clothing optional!This property is like camping with a cabin. You will need to bring pots pans dishes as it is not provided.. Wood stove heat in winter. Wood not included but available for purchase or can bring own. Very homey and wonderful way to rough it!

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Access: Moderate walk

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

During your trip

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Back 20 Minnesota~Hike in property

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Cabin · Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet

Enrich yourself in this private retreat nestled away from the road within a beautiful hardwood valley. No internet, no tv, limited cell service with property..Deer, Fox, coyote, and eagles are just a small amount of wildlife you will see here. Great for a weekend unplugged to relax among the stars. Small dry cabin with 1 queenbed, and two cots with sleeping bags. Room for extra tents as well. Pit toilet with outside shower available in summer. Nearby trout stream 1 mile away. Cute and comfy spot to unwind and unplug. Bring your flashlight! It’s dark back here but oh the stars you’ll see on a clear night! Solar power will keep your phone charged in case of emergency. Large deck with picnic table and no one around. Completely private! Great spot to be in nature. Clothing optional!This property is like camping with a cabin. You will need to bring pots pans dishes as it is not provided.. Wood stove heat in winter. Wood not included but available for purchase or can bring own. Very homey and wonderful way to rough it!

Moderate walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Reviews

93%· 20 reviews

Mark A.
Camped here, Jun 2025.
Recommends
Perfect get away from the city. We loved coming back here 5 years later and feeling so refreshed. It is simple but perfect for what you need to be away from everything. I particularly love the no cell service aspect.
Zachary K.
Camped here, Jun 2023.
It was okay
Firstly, a couple of things that were the fault of nobody but should be noted. In June we had a bit of a heat wave. Nothing crazy, low 80s but the cabin, especially the loft, holds a lot of heat in. Very uncomfortable to sleep upstairs in those temps. Also, a lot of bugs on property, which made sitting outside a problem. So be aware of those. The property itself is very cool and could be perfect with a little more attention. A well built tiny home with a short hike in that isn't strenuous but lets you feel away from it all. Nice deck with a fire pit. In more tolerable months, we could have enjoyed it more. Our problem was it was too hot to relax inside and too buggy for outside, which again is nobody's fault, but the screen door and one window were damaged, thus not allowing for air flow inside. The keypad/lock was also not working at all from the outside. We could manually lock it from the inside, so not really a safety issue. Had to share the bathroom with wasps, but wasp spray is provided. Overall an affordable place that could definitely be a gem in moderate temp months. A few small upgrades would do wonders. We are backpackers and were prepared to rough it, but a perfect storm of conditions caused it not to be the oasis we had hoped for
Em S.
Camped here, Feb 2023.
Recommends
Loved this space to unwind and unplug. Went hiking around the land to some beautiful small bluffs. Saw lots of deer on the property and heard coyotes. The sunsets and sunrises were absolutely beautiful - the property has East and west facing windows. It’s not too bad of a walk from the car and area where I parked felt safe and secure. The wood burning stove made the cabin extra comfy at night with a cup of tea and a crocheting project! Will definitely be returning.

Amenities

Fire pitsPrivate fire pit · Firewood provided, Firepit, Wood burning fireplace
Pit toilets
Picnic tables
Trash disposalTrash bin
Cooking equipmentStovetop or hot plate, Sink or other dishwashing station, Grill over firepit
No potable water
No showers
No wifi
No laundry
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

Walk-in accessModerate walk from parking to your site.
Pet-friendlyOff leash.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund anytime before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 11am.
Booking windowBook from 1 day to 6 months ahead. Stay 2 to 4 nights.