The Amery area sits at around 1,100 feet elevation in western Wisconsin's St. Croix River Valley, characterized by rolling hills, mixed hardwood forests, and numerous lakes. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-85°F, with humid conditions during July and August. The camping season generally runs May through October, with most facilities closing during winter months.
What to do
Kayaking and canoeing opportunities: At Wildwood RV Park & Campground, visitors can arrange river adventures directly from the campground office. "We went canoeing and kayaking and they provided a shuttle right from their main office," notes one camper. The kayaking received particular praise for being family-friendly: "The kayaking/canoeing was an amazing adventure that everyone should try. It was even great for kids 3 and 6."
River tubing excursions: Country Camping Tent & RV Park offers popular tubing on the Rum River with transportation included. "The campground is nice and clean. Good size spaces. The tubing is a plus," shares a visitor. "You can either relax in the pool or even take a ride down the rum river in a rented canoe, tube, or kayak."
Hiking trails and nature areas: Several campgrounds feature walking paths through wooded areas. "There are miles of walking and hiking trails throughout the park," mentions a visitor to William O'Brien State Park. "We loved the trails. It was easy to take hikes of varying lengths. There were so many different kinds of birds, and the wildflowers were blooming and ferns were unfurling."
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Campers consistently mention appreciating well-spaced camping areas. At Country Quiet RV Park and Campground, a reviewer notes: "This is a very nice RV Park. There's plenty of sites and they appear to be expanding. Sites are fairly spread out. Easy loop system makes this campground very easy to navigate through."
Heated swimming pools: Swimming facilities receive positive mentions at multiple campgrounds near Amery. "The campground is great for everyone! It has a heated pool, splash pad area, BIG playground area, indoor game room, HUGE sites," says a camper about Country Camping Tent & RV Park. Another adds, "The pool was small but nice. Splash pad was even nice for adults."
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness stands out in reviews. "The facilities were clean, and it was a convenient location," notes a camper at Wildwood RV Park & Campground. At William O'Brien, a camper states: "The pit toilets were cleaned and stocked with TP and sanitizer. The shower house needs some paint, but had been cleaned."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Mobile coverage varies significantly. A camper at Wildwood notes: "Sadly I needed 4 hours of internet and my cellular data here was spotty. I spent this time right outside the office." Wifi access is limited to specific areas near office buildings at most parks.
Reservation requirements: Most rv sites near Amery, Wisconsin fill quickly during peak season. "Weekends have been packed and reservations scarce for months at state parks in Minnesota. Arriving on a Sunday afternoon was a dream—very few people in the campground loop," advises a camper at William O'Brien.
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds close during winter. Camp Waub-O-Jeeg typically operates May through October, while Wolf's Den RV Campground runs "April 15 to October 1." William O'Brien State Park is one of the few facilities open year-round, though with limited winter services.
Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for nocturnal visitors. "Raccoons will visit your site at night. We had everything secured but they still tried and plenty of racket until we chased them away," warns a William O'Brien camper.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "The pool and playground were clean and nice. Our site had its own picnic table and firepit," mentions a Wildwood visitor. Another family shares: "Fun place. The campground is nice and clean. Good size spaces. The tubing is a plus. Key thing is the river is very clean and sandy bottom."
Group camping options: Several facilities accommodate family gatherings. "We've stayed at Country Camping for years! Great variety of things to do for everyone. Group sites, tent sites, covered wagon sites! Floating on the Rum River, swimming pool with splash pad, little camp store, Golf cart rentals! Our grandkids love it too!" reports a regular visitor to Country Camping RV Park.
Noise considerations: For quieter family camping, timing matters. "I give it a 4 star only because twice I ran into the same group of people that thought it was ok to open up their vehicle doors and blast music well into the night. Owner warned them the first time but quiet time isn't until 11 pm," shares a Country Camping Tent & RV Park visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: For motorhomes and larger trailers, check specific campground capacity. "This campground is great for everyone! It has... HUGE sites! We would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to having a great time camping. This place does have 30amp and 50amp hook ups and has pull through spots and sewer sites. Max trailer length that I've seen here is 70'. Anyone can fit in here!" advises an RVer at Country Camping Tent & RV Park.
Access considerations: Road conditions can affect larger vehicles. "The roads are rough in spots. A lot of the negative reviews about this campground come from people who encounter issues trying to drive through here with campers," notes a visitor to Camp Waub-O-Jeeg. "I did indeed bottom out crossing over it on our way out."
Power management: During peak times, electrical capacity can be challenged at rv sites near Amery, Wisconsin. "Had one issue with power dropping so we had to pull the surge protector off. It was fine. Also very hot and humid so everyone was running AC to the max," shares a Country Camping Tent & RV Park camper.
