Remote & Secluded Camping in Wisconsin: 10 Off-Grid Campgrounds
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Laura
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What’s a summer in Wisconsin without going camping? Last year, we profiled 10 awesome rustic camping spots in Wisconsin. We took reader suggestions and came up with a new list of 10 completely new camping spots you should check out this summer.
Mirror Lake State Park, E10320 Fern Dell Rd, Baraboo, WI 53913, USA
This picturesque state park is just a few miles from the Dells. The highlight is a clear lake surrounded by bluffs. There are 151 campsites in three separate campgrounds at Mirror Lake State Park.
Harrington Beach State Park, 531 Co Rd D, Belgium, WI 53004, USA
Harrington Beach State Park is 715 acres full of amazing opportunities for fishing, swimming, and hiking. There is even an astronomy observatory. There are a lot of primitive sites, but you will also find picnic tables and grills.
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Potawatomi State Park, 3740 Park Dr, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235, USA
Potawatomi State Park looks stunning year-round, and the 75 foot observation tower gives you such an amazing view that you can see across Green Bay. Campgrounds are fairly primitive, but there is shower/toilet access and dump stations are open a good part of the year. Check it out:
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Perrot State Park, Trempealeau, WI 54661, USA
Perrot State Park offers one of the most awesome shots of the Mississippi, including one of the few mountains located on it. A super popular place to camp, you might want to reserve your spot ahead of time. Shower/toilet access is provided.
Brule River State Forest, 6250 Ranger Rd, Brule, WI 54820, USA
The centerpiece of Brule River State Forest is the 40 miles of gorgeous river. The camping spots are located right along the river. Talk about a scenic place to set up camp!
Pease note: Camping along the Brule River and Lake Superior shoreline is strictly prohibited. You must possess a special camp registration permit before heading out to camp. This permit is free of charge and can be obtained from the Brule River State Forest station. Do this, and you're free to enjoy this lovely Wisconsin campground:
Pease note: Camping along the Brule River and Lake Superior shoreline is strictly prohibited. You must possess a special camp registration permit before heading out to camp. This permit is free of charge and can be obtained from the Brule River State Forest station. Do this, and you're free to enjoy this lovely Wisconsin campground:
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Big Bay State Park, 2402 Hagen Rd, La Pointe, WI 54850, USA
You might not think camping when you think Apostle Islands, but you really should. Big Bay State Park has a 1.5 mile beach to explore. There are 60 campsites here for you to set up camp at and be in prime position to kayak through sea caves the next day. Talk about jaw-dropping views:
Hartman Creek Road, Hartman Creek Rd, Wisconsin 54981, USA
This 1,400 acre park is extra cool because the Ice Age Trail passes through it. It is located near Chain O' Lakes. Camping is a lot of fun. There are 103 family camp sites. There are also five group camping sites.
Roche-A-Cri State Park, 1767 WI-13 Trunk, Friendship, WI 53934, USA
The strange name comes from the French meaning "crevice in the rock." Wow are there some awesome rock formations at Roche-A-Cri State Park! There is a 300 foot rock with Native American petroglyphs and pictographs. There are 41 rustic campsites for you to set up at.
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Wyalusing State Park, 13081 State Park Ln, Bagley, WI 53801, USA
Hike to the highest heights to see the stunning confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers. There are Indian burial mounds here, a canoe trail, and a number of places to camp. There are two large family campgrounds, an outdoor group camp and even an indoor group camp at Wyalusing State Park .
Kettle Moraine North
This scenic lake is actually a part of Kettle Moraine North. There are numerous hiking trails as well as a pretty nice beach. It is a really great place to camp, and there are 135 mostly wooded sites for you to choose from. Each site has a fire ring and cooking grate and picnic table.
Have you camped at any of these remote campgrounds in Wisconsin? What did you think?
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What are the best state parks for camping in Wisconsin?
From beach campgrounds to remote campsites to primitive camping and glamping, here are the best state parks for camping in Wisconsin:
- Devil’s Lake State Park. This Wisconsin State Park is an all-around awesome place for a camping adventure. The park has more than 400 campsites spread across four campgrounds: the Northern Lights Campground, Quartzite Campground, the Ice Age Campground, and Group Campground. Some sites are open all year – the Northern Lights Campground even has a sledding hill!
- High Cliff State Park. This park in Sherwood, Wisconsin, is not only one of the state's most beautiful parks, but it's also among the most haunted campgrounds in Wisconsin ... if you believe the stories! It's not very often that you hear about haunted state parks: this is one of just a few. It is a stunning place that boasts typical state park perks, like hiking trails and a campground. It's also home to some of the best effigy mounds in Wisconsin.
- Harrington Beach State Park. Beach camping in Wisconsin? YES.
- Point Beach State Forest. True to its name, this campground is on a point that juts out into Lake Michigan. The views are spectacular. This spot is one of the best beaches in Wisconsin to stay at, and there are 6 miles of sandy beach to explore.
- Buckhorn State Park. This park occupies a peninsula on Castle Rock Lake, a reservoir formed at the confluence of the Wisconsin and Yellow Rivers
- Newport State Park. Near the very tip of Door County there's a part of land that juts into the lake and creates Ellison Bay. That's where you'll find Newport State Park and all the beautiful, relaxing camping that comes along with it. And don’t forget the 30 miles of hiking trails! There are tons of fun ways to enjoy this beautiful state park, one of our all-time favorite campgrounds in Wisconsin.