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Marathon County Dells of the Eau Claire Park allows pets at campsites with clear privacy between sites, providing a comfortable environment for dog owners. The campground features basic amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, picnic tables, fire rings with cooking grates, and pit toilets. Sites are spacious enough for both tent and RV camping, though the park does not offer water hookups or a sanitary dump station. The park connects to the Ice Age Trail, offering excellent walking paths for pets and owners. Some campers note the sites are closer together than at other campgrounds but still provide adequate space for comfort.
The riverside location offers dogs access to the Eau Claire River, though swimming may be restricted during certain periods due to water quality concerns. Hiking trails along the river provide scenic walking opportunities for leashed pets, with many visitors reporting minimal encounters with other hikers during weekdays. The park sees higher visitor traffic during summer weekends when families gather for swimming and picnicking on the rocks. Pet owners should be prepared for limited cell reception in the area, with Verizon users reporting no service and T-Mobile customers experiencing spotty coverage. While the campground does not have showers, its proximity to natural features and trails makes it popular among outdoor enthusiasts with dogs. The trails are wide enough to accommodate strollers, making family outings with both children and pets manageable.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Aniwa (83)
1. Dells of the Eau Claire Park Campground
"Along both sides of the river are some of the best walking trails in the area. The scenery is beautiful such as the natural rock formations. There is also a playground for kids."
"The hiking trails are great and go all the way out to the Ice Age trails. It goes along the river. Very scenic. Ran into a bear around Xmas time, during a warm winter!"
2. Marathon County Dells of the Eau Claire Park
3. Tilleda Falls Campground
"The Falls are a beautiful little site which the campsites themselves manage to wrap around to maximize the space and fit spaces for all to enjoy."
"Well maintained and easy to maneuver around. Quiet and enough sun and shade for everyone. Owners are helpful and very nice!"
from $30 - $150 / night
Check Availability4. Pine Grove Campground
"The water area is a favorite for kids and the grounds sport plenty of things to grab their attention from mini-golf to the lake."
"As long as you find a spot that’s not too close to the office, you’re good."
from $25 - $170 / night
Check Availability5. Great Northern Campground
"Large dog exercise area. Plenty of walking gravel roads on camp grounds. Family and ATV riders oriented."
from $22 - $37 / night
Check Availability6. Langlade County Veterans Memorial Park
"This campground is right on Jack Lake and Game Lake."
"On the ice age trail. Bike trails. Near ATV trails and they offer disc golf. Ill be back here for sure."
7. Tigerton OHV Park
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability8. Marathon Park Campround
"The evening is mostly quiet, but with traffic noise from the outside of the park streets and occasional loud vehicles that can be disruptive. Morning was largely quiet as well."
9. Council Grounds State Park Campground
"Stayed here one night while driving home from Lake Superior. I found this to be a pricey evening as you have to pay for a day use fee as well as a camping fee."
"Beautiful forest, boating, dam views along the Wisconsin River."
10. On The Rocks Family Kampground
"We did have to pick up some dog poo when we first got there but it wasn’t much thankfully. My son (16) was pretty bored. There was lots of stuff for little kids to do!"
"Recommended by two locals, this campground is mostly for RVs but they do have areas away from the RVs. The seasonal campers all appear to have golf carts that they run around all over the place. "
from $25 - $55 / night
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Drive Time
- 30 min from Wausau, WI
- 1 hr 11 min from Green Bay, WI
- 1 hr 21 min from Appleton, WI
- 1 hr 27 min from Oshkosh, WI
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Aniwa, WI
298 Reviews of 83 Aniwa Campgrounds
Molly B.
GuidePine Valley Lodge
Great view, Cabins run down and Beach was a mess
We have been coming here for a long time. It is under new management and we thought things would get better. While we were here other guests trashed the beach and had dogs running and using the bathroom throughout the campsite. The rules for dogs were to keep them on leashes and clean up after them. These rules were not being followed which caused the beach, in the past is lovely, but with the dogs using it as a bathroom the beach smelt like poop. Nobody in our week of staying cleaned up after them so we needed to go somewhere else to swim. If your place is pet friendly please make sure to keep up with your own rules. The cabins are run down but showers are hot and the utilities are still able to be used
- MMakenzie S.
TravelerShawano 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.
Debra R.GuideTerrace View Campsites
Family & Pet Friendly
Welcoming, clean and charming old fashioned camping & RV’ing. Nice paved road coming in. Friendly owner on site. Convenient dump station. Water and Electric. Swam in lake. Very family and pet friendly. Would go back!! Recycling avail.
McKenna R.ScoutFawn Lake Campground
Always go to camping spot!
This is our go to place every spring, summer or fall! We like to travel all over the place and try different place but this is always a must to go to as well as last minute let's go camping spot. The owners are so friendly as well as everyone that camps there. They have a nice pond for swimming and a playground right by it for the kids. Pets are allowed which is great!
- CCortney R.Scout
Boulder Lake
We love it!
We chose this campground on a whim since we wanted to be near Lakewood where I would spend summers as a kid. We love this place and ended up choosing it for both of our camping trips last summer. We in fact got the same exact site and it’s our favorite anyway. This campground is pet friendly- We took our bulldog camping with us. We checked out the beach and it was very accessible. The showers , Bathrooms and Vault Toilets were all clean. We did enjoy the hiking on the campground but there were some parts that were a little overgrown. Overall we love this place and it’s our go to!
Art S.
LegendBoot Lake Campground
Secluded lake camping
This campground is near Townsend. If this one s full just continue down the road to Boulder Lake Campground.
We liked the diversity of campsites. You can find your own space and even add in some shade. Vault toilets and water can be found. Garbage bins are here too. The boat launch gives you access to the peaceful Boot Lake. We aren’t into fishing but liked that hiking isn’t too far. The Quartz Hill Trail is a bit of a drive past Townsend.
This is a peaceful respite in the Wisconsin woods.
Chris B.GuideBagley Rapids NF Campground
The perfect stop for the start of your Chequamegon National Forest Trip
Bagley Rapids Campground is located in the Lakewood- Laona District of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, which is about as far South as the Forest goes. This makes Bagley Rapids Campground the perfect spot for a quick weekend trip from surrounding larger cities. It's roughly 2.5 hours away from Madison and Milwaukee and just over an hour away from the Green Bay area.
If outdoor recreation is your thing, this is the perfect base camp. The campground entrance is right off the ATV / Snowmobile / Horse Trails which connect to thousands of miles of trail systems all throughout the Northwoods of Wisconsin. I've stayed here 5 times in the last two years and frequent the local logging roads on my Dual Sport motorcycle. I'd say over 1/4 of the spots are actually located on Bagley Rapids, a very clear, crisp refreshing spring fed river that runs around the campground. It's great to wade into and enjoy after a hot day hiking and exploring trails.
A couple miles from the campground is nearby Mountain, WI where you can get basic groceries, gas and a great bar burger. Within 30 minutes you can be in the smaller town of Wabeno, which is home to some of the best ATV trails around and also has a very cool old style downtown.
The sites are a mix of tent and RV with some really great spots with some elevation that back down into the river. It's always been peaceful during my stays and never gets loud and rowdy.
As there isn't a beach, small children should stay out of the river due to it's strong current, so this might not be the best choice if you're going purely for the water.
- Cynthia B.Scout
Ada Lake NF Campground
Beautiful, quiet, national forest
A nice little beach, quiet well spaced sites, and nearby snowmobile/hiking trails. The lake it small with a few lake cabins across the lake. The camp host was great, keeping things clean and maintained a small camp library. No dogs allowed on the beach or even in the beach area. Some beautiful lakeside sites available. Lots of frogs and basically no bugs!
Guide to Aniwa
Dells of the Eau Claire Park offers camping options within Marathon County, approximately 25 minutes from Wausau in central Wisconsin. The park sits at an elevation of around 1,500 feet in a region characterized by glacial formations and mixed hardwood forests. Seasonal temperatures range from summer highs around 80°F to winter lows that can reach -20°F, with camping season typically running May through October when the area's waterways aren't frozen.
What to do
Hiking on Ice Age Trail: Access multiple trailheads connecting to the historic Ice Age Trail from Langlade County Veterans Memorial Park. "The Ice Age trail, the 1000 mile trail that goes throughout Wisconsin, also passes right by the campground," notes Jimmy P. The trails offer multiple difficulty levels suitable for day hikes or longer treks.
River exploration: Spend time discovering the rock formations along the Eau Claire River at Tilleda Falls Campground. "On the Embarrass River, a lovely small cascading falls and swimming area," reports Mary P. The river provides fishing opportunities during summer months with accessible shorelines for anglers of all skill levels.
Swimming in natural settings: Cool off at one of the swimming areas in hot summer months. "There is a beach area but sometimes it gets washed out pretty bad," explains Raechel S. about Marathon County park. Many campers report water conditions are best in July and August, though water quality advisories occasionally restrict swimming.
What campers like
Clear site boundaries: Campers appreciate defined camping spaces at Marathon County Dells of the Eau Claire Park. "You get privacy from campsite to campsite which is nice," reports Raechel S., providing a more secluded camping experience even in busy summer months.
Accessible hiking trails: The trail systems receive consistent praise for their maintenance and accessibility. "Hiking trails are wide enough to accommodate strollers," notes Jenni C. This makes trails suitable for hikers with mobility concerns or families with young children.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early mornings and evenings offer chances to spot local wildlife. "Ran into a bear around Xmas time, during a warm winter!" reports Adrienne L. While bear encounters are rare, white-tailed deer, rabbits, and various bird species are commonly seen throughout the camping season.
What you should know
Limited cellular coverage: Cell service is inconsistent throughout the region. "Poor cell coverage," notes Art H. about his stay at Dells of the Eau Claire Park Campground. Plan communications accordingly and download maps or information before arrival.
Weekend crowds: Summer weekends see significant increases in day-use visitors. "The weekends are busy there all summer long," explains Raechel S. Weekdays offer a more tranquil experience with fewer people on trails and at water features.
Weather variability: Spring and fall campers should prepare for temperature fluctuations. "The night time temperatures dipped in the low 30's in the middle of May when I was there," reports Michael M. Pack appropriate clothing layers even during summer months.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Aniwa offer dedicated play areas for children. "There is also a playground for kids," mentions Jeremy W. about Dells of the Eau Claire Park. These areas provide entertainment options when taking breaks from hiking or swimming.
Kid-friendly water features: Pine Grove Campground offers water recreation specifically designed for younger visitors. "Lots for kids to do in their kid-friendly pool, arcade, park, and bounce house area that our group of kids loved," explains Andrew C. Water depth is typically shallow near designated beach areas.
Multi-activity sites: Choose campgrounds with diverse activities for different age groups. "This was fun place to go with a group of people," notes Andrew C., highlighting how multiple recreation options keep children of varying ages engaged throughout a camping trip.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling considerations: RV campers report varying site conditions across dog friendly campgrounds near Aniwa, Wisconsin. "The site we had was extremely unlevel and had a low spot that filled up with water/mud in the rain," warns James M. about his stay at Great Northern Campground. Bring leveling blocks and check site conditions upon arrival.
Electric hookup limitations: Many campgrounds offer electric but with restrictions. "You get electric sites. Nice restrooms with flush toilets/showers. Store. Firewood on site," explains Rebecca B. Most sites provide 30-amp service, with fewer options for 50-amp connections.
Dump station availability: Plan waste management accordingly. "This campground just put in a dump station this year which also includes portable water to fill up your tank," shares Mandy R. Not all campgrounds provide on-site dump stations, so verify availability before arrival.
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