Best Places to Camp in Wisconsin

Kohler Andrae and Peninsula State Park

• Spectacular options with beautiful views.
• Kohler-Andrea State Park on Lake Michigan.
• Peninsula State Park in Door County.

Wyalusing

• Offers stunning views without a beach.
• Wyalusing State Park is on a cliff overlooking the Mississippi.

Perrot State Park

• Offers the Tunnel Trail Elroy.
• Perrot State Park in Trempealeau.

Boulder Lake

• Located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.
• Largest and busiest campground on the east side of the forest.

Devil's Lake

• Popular but may book up quickly.
• Devil's Lake State Park known for nice campgrounds.

Ottawa Lake or Mirror Lake

• Easier to get spots than popular parks.
• Mirror Lake State Park known for crystal-clear water.

Governor Dodge

• Favorite for many due to nice campgrounds and lakes.
• Governor Dodge State Park offers various outdoor activities.

Yellowstone Lake and Interstate State Park

• Interstate State Park offers good hiking views over the river.
• Yellowstone Lake known for nice lake views.

Willow River

• Features a waterfall hike.
• Willow River State Park in Hudson, WI.

Franklin Lake Campground

• Near Eagle River in Nicolet National Forest.
• Offers great hiking and swimming spots.

Boundary Waters in Northern MN

• Offers lakes and hiking, ideal for adventurous camping.

Copper Falls

• Lovely park near Ashland, WI.
• Offers beautiful views and hiking trails.

Best State Parks

• Kettle Moraine State Forest: Offers backpacking shelters along Ice Age Trail.
• Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest: Offers dispersed camping sites.
• Lower Wisconsin River Waterway: Offers free sandbar/island camping.
• Newport State Park: Located in Door County.

Dispersed Camping

• Buckhorn: Offers pack-in sites, a favorite camping spot.

Additional Resources

• State Campgrounds: Check availability and book through Wisconsin DNR.
• Private Campgrounds: Explore options through WACO.