Within Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway, County Road O Landing provides free dispersed camping along the St. Croix River. The National Park Service manages this area, which includes a boat ramp, restrooms, and parking near the water. Campers can set up near the boat ramp or by the trailhead further down the access road.
Cell coverage varies by carrier, with Verizon showing one bar while T-Mobile lacks service entirely. Mosquitoes can be heavy during summer months. Hunters may be present during season but typically stay away from camping areas. For additional options, campers can explore places to camp near Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway or check out Old Railroad Bridge just over a mile north.
Description
River camping - dispersed options on the river Primitive campsites with river views
Fee Info
Free
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Location
Dispersed CampingCounty Road O Landing Dispersed River Camp — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway is located in Wisconsin
Coordinates
45.6790079 N
92.87529818 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/15/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 3/15/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 3/15/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 3/15/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 24 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 1 hr 46 min from Duluth, MN
- 1 hr 52 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 2 hrs 5 min from Eau Claire, WI




