Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest
Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island in Black River State Forest offers a setting with dense forest terrain and access to the Black River. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the scenic trails of Black River State Forest and enjoy water activities on the river.
Description
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Black River State Forest
Two primitive canoe campsites are available south of Black River Falls. These campsites are on the east side of the river and include a picnic table, fire ring and portable toilet. The sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to a one-night stay. A free Special Camp permit is required and can be picked up at the Castle Mound campground or the Black River Falls DNR Service Center. The permit can be filled out online or, if you’d like us to mail you one, please see our contact information. For additional information, including a map of canoe landings, see our Paddling the Black River brochure: https://p.widencdn.net/ixm7ly/Paddling-the-Black-River
Location
Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest is located in Wisconsin
Coordinates
44.25099609 N
90.88004497 W
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
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- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 48 min from Eau Claire
- 53 min from La Crosse
- 1 hr 42 min from Rochester
- 1 hr 50 min from Wausau
