Top Tent Camping near Amherst, WI

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Best Tent Sites Near Amherst, WI (4)

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    1. Camp Wilderness

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    2. Plover River Retreat

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    We invite you to set up camp on our quiet shores of the Little Plover River and enjoy a break from the fast paced world. Located on 150 yards of water frontage, Plover River Retreat is situated by an old lumber mill, complete with a dam, which provides bountiful Northern Pike fishing during certain times of the year.

    We have a wooded 5 acre homestead, with plenty of areas to set up your tent campsite. Trash bin and fire ring are available. We have one main site at the base of the dam, where the grass is mowed and maintained, with other areas available for additional tents. Can accommodate larger groups, but additional sites are very rustic. Each tent will be an additional charge. You are able to see our homestead from the river bottom, but natural foliage such as large fiddlehead ferns and trees block our view from the home, so there is privacy.

    Come wade and splash in our slice of river paradise! Our water frontage is shallow, between 1-3 feet, and mostly sandy/rocky. Highly suggest water shoes for ease of walking and swimming.

    If you’re more adventurous, kayaks and a canoe are available for rent and can be put in on either side of the dam. Tubes are also available for rent and can be used for a 45 minute float or a 3 hour float down the Little Plover River. It’s not uncommon to spot Bald Eagles, turtles, otter, and deer on our stretch of the river.

    Each site is a short 3-4 minute walk from our main home where we are available to field any questions or address emergencies. Shores are quiet and mostly undeveloped. We are a 15 minute drive to Stevens Point, and a 25 minute drive to Wausau.

    Firewood available for purchase on site. Flexible check in/check out policy.

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    $30 / night

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Amherst

      256 Reviews of 4 Amherst Campgrounds


      • AThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Buckhorn
        Sep. 30, 2024

        Buckhorn

        Great campground, nice staff, clean bathrooms

        We had a wonderful time on our visit. The facilities were clean, well maintained, and fully stocked! Super nice and helpful staff. Beautiful fall foliage. Some of the walk in campsites are a far walk from the parking. So, if you simply want car camping, make sure you pick an appropriate site!

      • CThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Hartman Creek State Park
        Sep. 4, 2024

        Hartman Creek State Park

        Expensive if your non-resident .

        Campground is adequate, it has a functioning shower house and private spots. I used a primitive campsite and it cost me $30 ($15 if your from WI). That was on top of the $11 non resident park entrance fee. So $41 for a primitive tent site, $47.50 if you count the bundle of firewood I bought from them. So yeah, keep that in mind if coming here as a non resident. I’m sure there are cheaper places nearby.

      • Dave S.
        Camper-submitted photo from Wild West Campground & Corral
        Sep. 2, 2024

        Wild West Campground & Corral

        Great place to camp

        This was quiet and peaceful. When we needed our fire pit cleaned out theg came pretty quickly. Being able to watch the horses was very calming. We would recomend this place to others and we would go back.

      • Angie V.
        Camper-submitted photo from Buckhorn State Park
        Aug. 29, 2024

        Buckhorn State Park

        Watch out for Pontoon Pirates with Dad Bods

        Site 29 is lovely - it's situated directly on the shoreline with a tiny slice of beach. The weather was excellent and with enough wind to quell the bugs. There was an eagle fishing in the bay with us. Plenty of hiking, canoeing, and kayaking opportunities inside the park, too.

        There is a bar and grill across the river with a live cover band on Friday night that could be heard loud and clear. Their setlist was pretty much identical to the 'Songs that Excite the White Folks' playlist on Spotify. We didn't mind it - it was amusing. They respectfully ended their set at 10pm sharp, so no big deal.

        Only one of the showers had warm water in the nearby bathhouse, but we were grateful for it. There is nice, dry wood for fires and ice situated at the entrance to the park. There is also a cute little general store just outside of the park that is well-stocked with necessities. It's next to a food truck with a chef who proudly shared that he's from Chicago and serves up homemade gyros off the spit. 100% I'm getting one next time I'm in the area.

        Our last day was kind of rough, though. A pontoon full of belligerent, drunken strangers blasting modern armpit country music pulled up to our site, parked their boat, got out, and made themselves at home in our campsite and proceeded to have a party. They blocked our entire beach access with their big fat pontoon so we couldn't use it at all. They got especially shrill when I suggested they park on an equally nice and secluded beach a mere 100 ft to the north that wasn't someone's campsite. They said too bad, they do it every weekend and that they're on public property. I'm pretty sure that's not how campsites work and what they were doing is trespassing, but I digress. Anyhow, one of the men started shouting some weird, irrelevant, cultish political nonsense that was probably intended to be offensive (while his unfortunate teenage son looked like he was about to keel over from cringe wishing his dad would keep his embarrassing opinions to himself). The irony of their 'don't tread on me' slogan was lost on them - they should just have a Jolly Roger mounted on their pontoon.

        It's obnoxious that these folks make a habit of colonizing occupied sites instead of reserving them like everyone else, but for us, this was an isolated incident. Everyone else we encountered on the trip was delightful and gracious.

        Anyhow, we decided to pack up a few hours early and head to Wisconsin Dells instead and we had a blast there, too.

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Shawano County Park
        Aug. 19, 2024

        Shawano County Park

        First stay at this campground and would definitely go back

        Stayed for the first time at this campground in July and loved it. We stayed on a tent site, it was huge and had electric. I love that the campground is right on the lake and there’s quite a few amenities for people who boat. It is pet friendly and the bathrooms are quite a walk but clean and hot water is available.

      • Cassie W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Farmer Gene's Campground LLC
        Aug. 17, 2024

        Farmer Gene's Campground LLC

        Fun campground but very strict

        We loved camping here when it was farmer genes our whole family. My brother's family and my parents. Now we can't camp here. None of us because of dog discrimination.

      • Jenni C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Dells of the Eau Claire Park Campground
        Aug. 16, 2024

        Dells of the Eau Claire Park Campground

        Beautiful

        Nestled between towering trees, the campsites here were clearly marked and tidy. Each site has a nice fire ring with grate. Main road is paved and sites are small gravel. Hiking/running trails are wide enough to accommodate strollers.

      • Zachary N.
        Camper-submitted photo from Petenwell Park
        Aug. 6, 2024

        Petenwell Park

        Campground for everyone

        My girlfriend and I have visited here and stayed here a few times they have many campsites for all types they have a separate campsite just for the RVs they have the main camp area where if you like to be around people you can and then they have the new expansion where it is more excluded they have and continue to make upgrades to the campground such as more electric and water at all their sites they also have put in new bathrooms and shower houses around their campground if you have any questions you should see Lisa in the office she is great

      • Cassie W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Vista Royale Campground Ltd
        Jul. 30, 2024

        Vista Royale Campground Ltd

        Awesome campground

        We return yearly for trick or treat weekend. We also camp during the summer as well! Had my kids double birthday party here and it was fun! I'm so glad the campground allows visitors. I hate campgrounds that are strict on that! Keeps us coming back! Lots of room for kids to bike and play while the parents enjoy the campground! This year we will be here 3x!

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Flanagans Pearl Lake Campsites
        Jul. 29, 2024

        Flanagans Pearl Lake Campsites

        80% Seasonal Campsites. Nice hosts.

        This campground is nestled in a stand of tall red pine trees so shade is found everywhere. The check in process was easy and quick. The roads connecting the sites are adequately wide. Just know that all of the sites are 90 degree back ins which can be tight with longer rigs- especially if your neighbor across the road has their vehicle or toys parked right up to the paved surface. The only thing I would be critical of is the bathroom/shower house. The showers are a bit odd where one door (that locks) opens to the only 2 shower stalls for your gender in the entire building. So if you’re cool showering with a buddy or your kids that’s no bid deal. This campground is mostly all seasonal campsites and some are impeccably maintained and elaborate and some are REALLY run down. I doubt you could tow some of those campers out. We stayed here for EAA Airventure in Oshkosh and it was only 40 minutes away.

      • Diane G.
        Camper-submitted photo from Evergreen Campsites and Resort
        Jul. 24, 2024

        Evergreen Campsites and Resort

        Not good

        Reported ground bees on our sight 3 times no one came walk way to beach was broken and someone could of gotten hurt the swimming pool was dirty should of been cleaned at night for the price you pay to stay there thing should be fixed the internet horrible been going there for 29 plus years and the internet never worked this year things were not kept up

      • Mish G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Shawano County Park
        Jul. 9, 2024

        Shawano County Park

        Satisfied

        Currently in the park for 2 weeks. Good setting, situated on Shawano Lake although not directly lake side. The beach is big with a two lane boat launch.

      • EThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Oasis Campground & Waterpark
        Jun. 26, 2024

        Oasis Campground & Waterpark

        Beautiful!

        We got a seasonal site and love it! The campground is well maintained and the service is fabulous. Love the pool and lake with inflatables. Great bar too!! Highly recommend.

      • Kim J.
        Camper-submitted photo from Hattie Sherwood Park
        Jun. 21, 2024

        Hattie Sherwood Park

        Beautiful Camp

        We enjoyed our stay it was so beautiful and clean and very quiet for the most part we loved it will definitely be going back

      • wThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Petenwell Park
        Jun. 10, 2024

        Petenwell Park

        Great first time campground

        Went to this campground and it was a pretty nice place. We parked out 36 foot RV in a wooded site. They have water from sites also. We will be back and next time we will be doing the water site.

      • wThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Petenwell Park
        Jun. 9, 2024

        Petenwell Park

        Nice park

        We came to petenwell park in just 2024. Very nice place and will be back again. Staff that we did talk to were friendly and helpful. If you want to bring a boat you can there is a landing in the park. Lots of places to park is your want wooded of water there here. Only downfall is there is no sewer hook ups.

      • E
        Camper-submitted photo from Tilleda Falls Campground
        May. 18, 2024

        Tilleda Falls Campground

        Wonderful, riverside campground !

        Excellent campground! Well maintained and easy to maneuver around. Quiet and enough sun and shade for everyone. Owners are helpful and very nice! Nice playground for the kids, swim beach for great summer fun, campground store/food/drinks if you’re hungry or desire a cold drink to beat the heat and such amazing riverside views that melt the weeks stress away! We will definitely be back to this jem of a campground! Come see for yourself, don’t take my word for it!

      • Craig G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from River Rambler
        Mar. 24, 2024

        River Rambler

        Hidden Gem

        We had a wonderful time camping at the River Rambler! The location was perfect - secluded and surrounded by nature, yet close enough to nearby town for day trips. The campsite itself was spacious and well-maintained, with plenty of room for our tent/RV plus it has a fire pit and picnic table. The owner was a great host. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing camping experience.

        Perks: Private Easement UTV/ATV Friendly Pet Friendly Wolf River Trips Hucks Sports Bar and Grill

      • kelly G.
        Camper-submitted photo from Kilby Lake Campground
        Oct. 16, 2023

        Kilby Lake Campground

        Mismanaged

        The new“management” is horrible! I’m so glad we got out of there. Enjoyed it for many years until the owners gave it over to their daughter and her new husband to run into the ground. The only thing they are concerned about is making money and controlling the seasonal campers through threats. Everything you do“wrong” has a fine attached to it. The bathhouses are now beyond disgusting and they’re terrified that someone is going to sneak in and use their amenities(the only real amenity they have is a pool attached to the office). If you join the Kilby Lake Campground“family”, prepare yourself for the rudest emails you have ever received from someone who supposedly is providing a service you are paying for. The new management really needs to take a customer service course, since they apparently didn’t teach that at bicycle sales shops in California.

      • Brian O.
        Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Oaks Campground
        Sep. 27, 2023

        Hickory Oaks Campground

        Best option in Oshkosh

        All the other campgrounds in OshKosh are near the airport, which makes sense since the biggest event each year is the EVAA air show. None of them have trees.
        Hickory Oaks has it's own airfield and lots and lots of trees. They even have a mini-lake (4 acres).
        There are all types of RV sites, tenting/primitive sites and group sites, some small cabins as well. We camped in site 60 because we arrived after dark, and Cindy suggested that our first choice, #67 might be too hard to find at night. There is only one street light, and it's by site #1 and the swim area.
        The map doesn't really convey what an oasis of trees this place is. To the West is the runway and beyond that, a large grassy hill (it's actually landfill). To the east in a rural road running along the lake. To the north, in the distance is a prison.  That all sounds worse than it is, it's a lovely campground.
         There are a few things for sale in the office, but you're so close to town you can get everything there. Cindy the operator is extremely nice and helpful.
        Fire pits are 30" rings with no grate, Tables seem smaller than average.
        If you're visiting in the summer, be sure to visit the Farmer's Market , Saturdays on Main Street, also Wagner's Market for the best meats, deli and beverages.  The Paine museum & gardens and the city museum are both worth visits as well.

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Buckhorn
        Jul. 27, 2023

        Buckhorn

        Nice state park

        Nice state park. Lots of room on our site. Enjoyed the beach and the trails.

        Lots of poison ivy so stay in the center of the trails and be aware.

      • M
        Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Camperland
        Jul. 13, 2023

        Coloma Camperland

        Clean + Quiet

        Very nice small town campground! Bathrooms were EXCEPTIONALLY clean! More of an adult campground - no kids running around. Very quiet and relaxing!

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Fawn Lake Campground
        Jul. 11, 2023

        Fawn Lake Campground

        State Park Feeling

        We were visiting family in Shawano, WI, and stayed here for a week. Checking was easy and we had a long spot with full hookups. Park has a playground, small lake with a beach.



      Guide to Amherst

      Camping near Amherst, Wisconsin, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. With beautiful parks and campgrounds, you can enjoy nature while making lasting memories with family and friends.

      What to do:

      • Hiking and Climbing: Explore the scenic trails at High Cliff State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "There are a lot of great walking and hiking spots," making it a perfect spot for those who love the outdoors.
      • Fishing and Boating: At Buckhorn State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and kayaking. A reviewer shared, "There was an eagle fishing in the bay with us," highlighting the wildlife you might encounter.
      • Relaxing by the Water: Calumet County Park offers beautiful lake views. One camper noted, "Sites within 20 feet of the lake make for beautiful sunsets!"

      What campers like:

      • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Buckhorn State Park Campground. A visitor said, "Most of the sites were relatively large," making it comfortable for families.
      • Clean Facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the restrooms and shower facilities. One reviewer at Hartman Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "Clean restrooms with showers," which is always a plus.
      • Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like High Cliff State Park Campground are known for their welcoming vibe. A camper noted, "Campgrounds were quiet and friendly."

      What you should know:

      • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially at Buckhorn State Park Campground. One camper warned, "The only reason I gave this 4/5 stars is because the mosquitoes!!!"
      • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Rocky Arbor State Park Campground, may have fewer amenities. A visitor mentioned, "There is highway noise and the park and spot we stayed was just fine."
      • Reservation Fees: Be aware of additional fees when booking. A camper at Rocky Arbor State Park Campground expressed frustration about the costs, stating, "This is NOT a $51 park compared to state parks in other states."

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Wisconsin Dells KOA, which offers activities for kids. One parent shared, "Staff is super accommodating and friendly."
      • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A camper at Council Grounds State Park Campground mentioned, "Good hiking/walking trails," which can keep the kids entertained.
      • Pack for Comfort: Bring along items that make camping easier for kids. A visitor at Calumet County Park noted, "The only drawback is the showers," so be prepared for that.

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Wisconsin Dells KOA mentioned, "Tight spots and narrow roads but convenient location."
      • Look for Full Hookups: Campgrounds like Buckhorn State Park Campground offer electric hookups, which can be a game-changer for RVers. One camper said, "The shower head pressure was lovely and hot water was great!"
      • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds are near highways. A visitor at Rocky Arbor State Park Campground noted, "The freeway travels along the outer ring of campsites."

      Camping around Amherst, Wisconsin, has something for everyone. Whether you're hiking, fishing, or just relaxing by the water, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

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