Eyota draws RVers with its lively Ox Cart Days festival and rolling farmland just northwest of Rochester. Pitch your tent or park your rig at Chester Woods County Park Campground or Chester Woods Park from $29 a night. These spots launch you into southeast Minnesota's hiking trails, quiet lakes, and small-town parades.
Eyota pulses with rural pride in Olmsted County. Every August, Ox Cart Days packs Main Street with parades, tractor pulls, and polka bands under sunny skies. Drive Highway 14 to Amish quilt shops or paddle the Whitewater River's twists five miles south.
Chester Woods County Park Campground fits families chasing lake swims and playground romps around its 92-acre pond. Chester Woods Park pulls in solo adventurers with electric hookups and trails starting at $29 nightly. Both anchor day trips to Rochester's Mayo Clinic or Forestville Mystery Cave.
Eyota shines for its annual Ox Cart Days festival in August. Parades, tractor pulls, and live music draw 5,000 to Main Street amid farmland views. This event celebrates the town's pioneer history and farm roots, making it a highlight for visitors near Rochester.
Chester Woods County Park Campground and Chester Woods Park top the list near Eyota. Chester Woods sits on a 92-acre lake with family sites; the park offers hookups from $29 nightly. Both lie within 15 miles off Highway 14 for quick town access.
Yes, Chester Woods County Park Campground welcomes pets on leashes. Rules match Olmsted County standards: clean up waste and keep dogs off beaches. Chester Woods Park follows suit, ideal for traveling with furry companions on southeast Minnesota outings.