Saunas and Bathhouses in the Western Suburbs

6 saunas in the western suburbs of Minneapolis, in Excelsior, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, Maple Grove and St. Louis Park: winter sauna villages by the lake and private infrared studios.

6 places, 1 with a cold plunge, 2 traditional & wood-fired saunas, 4 infrared sauna studios, 2 outdoor & lakeside saunas.

Lakes and studios

Sauna Camp on Lake Minnewashta in Excelsior is a winter sauna village with more than ten wood-fired cedar saunas, warming huts and bonfires. Stonegrove Saunas sets up a community sauna in Staring Lake Park in Eden Prairie with shared one-hour sessions.

For private infrared sessions, Perspire has studios in Plymouth and Maple Grove, and beem has studios in Excelsior and St. Louis Park.

The outdoor saunas are seasonal, so check the operator's site for this winter's dates. See all saunas in Minneapolis and Saint Paul.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I do sauna and cold plunge in the Western Suburbs?

1 place we list has a cold plunge or cold pool next to the sauna, including Sauna Camp.

Do I need to book a sauna in the Western Suburbs in advance?

6 of the places we list require a booking and 0 take walk-ins. Book ahead for evenings and weekends either way.

Is there an outdoor sauna near Lake Minnetonka?

Sauna Camp in Excelsior, on Lake Minnewashta just south of Lake Minnetonka, runs a winter sauna village with wood-fired saunas.

Are the lake saunas open in summer?

Most of the outdoor saunas around Minneapolis run mainly in winter. Check each listing and the operator's website for current dates.