Best Campgrounds near Ashland, WI

Are you in need of a campground near Ashland, WI? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Ashland campgrounds just for you. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Ashland and user-submitted reviews.

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Best Camping Sites Near Ashland, Wisconsin (127)

    1. Kreher RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Ashland, WI
    1 mile
    Website

    $45 - $50 / night

    "There was steady traffic of disappointed RVs driving through the grounds till 6-7pm.

    Water and electric sites only with a dump station on site."

    "For folks with RVs who want a camping spot close to the city of Ashland, this is a convenient spot close to the lake. NOTE however that reserving a campsite solely for tent camping is prohibited!"

    2. Copper Falls State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Mellen, WI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 274-5123

    $20 - $30 / night

    "You can hike here and see 3 different waterfalls or take a short drive to numerous others in the area. The Sites are large, facilities clean."

    "The hiking trails around the falls are breathtaking in all seasons.  It offers some challenges for persons with disabilities, but they offer an ADA access to the falls so all can enjoy."

    3. Memorial Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Washburn, WI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 373-6160

    "The location is great if you would like access to the Lake, as well as being in between Ashland and Bayfield."

    "The campground was full when we pulled in at 6 pm but the hosts let us stay in an overflow area, right next to the lake. Lots of small rvs and tents, which we prefer to the big rv parks."

    4. West End Thompson City Park

    9 Reviews
    Washburn, WI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 373-6160

    "Self registration is nice and love being on the lake and walking distance to town."

    "Another great little “city” campground right on Lake Superior. This is a first come first serve campground- no reservations."

    5. Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping

    23 Reviews
    Bayfield, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 779-3397

    $30 / night

    "Apostle Islands is part of a 21 islands chain at the northern tip of Wisconsin, on Lake Superior. On the mainland, the Lakeshore Trail weaves past cliffs and sea caves."

    "We liked the easy drive through sites with full hookup.  The campsites were tiered into the hill.  This helped sound proof the campsites. "

    6. Prentice Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Ashland, WI
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 682-7061

    "This is just outside of Ashland so you have access to supply runs. The campground felt like a park that blends into a camping area. We saw some nice walk in tenting sites."

    "Campground Review

    One of the things I love about Wisconsin is that there is a municipal campground in a lot of towns near major attractions."

    7. Big Bay State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    La Pointe, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 747-6425

    "Late spring Wisconsin weather made its presence felt, but we were undeterred. Its hard to be disappointed when faced with the spectacular views of the Apostle Islands."

    "Small but has some decent trails. Lovely to walk by the waters edge and skip rocks."

    8. Dalrymple Park and Campground

    17 Reviews
    Bayfield, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 779-5712

    $30 / night

    "Dalrymple was just minutes away from Bayfield, and boat rides away from the Apostle Islands and Madeline Island."

    "There are also some primitive tent walk-up sites.

    Nice campground, $30/night, can pay online when you arrive. Good cell reception. Most, if not all, sites have 30 and 20 amp service."

    9. Big Bay Town Park

    15 Reviews
    La Pointe, WI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 747-3031

    $33 - $40 / night

    "It was close to the water, just a walk away from a beach and hiking trail. The campsites were fairly private as far as car camping sites go."

    "The campsites on the lake side are rustic only. The modern sites are secluded with a good buffer of woods between them. Nice privacy. "

    10. Namekagon Lake Campground

    7 Reviews
    Cable, WI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 634-4821

    $18 - $50 / night

    "No trails right at the campground, but for a cross coin ski trail just past the cg entrance. We were here to visit Croix NWW - a bit of a drive from the cg."

    "All are heavily wooded and none right on lake. Boat Landing is great, boats can be pulled up on shore and left there safely."

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Recent Reviews near Ashland, WI

626 Reviews of 127 Ashland Campgrounds


  • Cynthia K.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Burlington Bay Campground

    Good base camp for the area

    Large campground run by the city of Two Harbors.

     It has 4 areas of RV camping & 12 primitive tent sites.

     The tent sites by the David Dill area were shady with trees Willow is near the dump station.

     Burlington sites 1-66 have water & electric. There's a row that has lakeside camping. The sites are mostly sunny with some shade. All are close together. There is a lake view. Apparently there's a path with lake access, but not sure which site this was by. 

    The playground is here. Dumpster, dump station & restrooms with showers.

     Agate sites are 67-91. is a loop with full hookup. 73-75, 77, 79,81-84, have beautiful views of the lake, but difficult lake access. Most of this loop is full sun& very close together sites. 

    We were at site 70 & at first I was bummed out not having a lake view. This is my own fault for dithering about what campground I wanted. I was lucky- this was the last site for my dates. I have later found out that someone must have cancelled for this site & I was lucky enough to get it. Reservations fill up quick a year in advance. 

    This site is narrow, but shady. There's foliage to the left separating it from Site 72 (which has a partial lake view) & the back separating it from the Burlington sites. There was a white tail doe walking thru it the first day we were there.

     Sites 67/68 & 70 are close. Our fire pit was only a few feet from site 68's. There's more shade here though.

    Site 69 is somewhat secluded & has shade & easy access to the bathroom. 

    The site across from us was a long site parallel to the road. It was empty the 2 nights we were here.

    Sites 92 to 102 are a little down the road in rows on both sides of the road. Again close together. Full hookup. Just a few feet away from Hwy 61.

     David Dill sites are 1B to 34B These are full hookup sites terraced on a hill. Big rig friendly. There's a bathhouse by the visitor center for David Dill & the tenters.

    Very close together & sunny. They have a pretty good view of the beach & lake. 

    24B to 34B have the best being lowest on the hill. There's a road- then a rocky beach.

     All parts of this campground were full on a Friday/Saturday night. The office has a small gift shop. Open 8am to 8pm during the season. Check in's at noon- which is great! Check out at 11am.

    We did see police patrol occasionally. Hwy 61 is only a few feet away & is VERY loud. There's no Jake brake ordinance for Two Harbors & the truckers are always doing it. 

    This is a busy town!

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping

    Nice place for a day or two

    This is a nice enough campground but I am honestly disappointed. The website describes lots of amenities, which is why I booked this campground, however, everything is extra cost in addition to nightly rate— including mini-golf. The entire campground is in the side of a mountain and there are no flat roads, which makes biking and walking a workout rather than leisure. We will check out Buffalo Bay next time.

  • TexasRed (.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Castle Danger

    Great Spot

    Very nice n secluded spot, only had one other person stay there on labor day weekend. There are a couple of designated spots with fire rings, some are harder to get to. The road in is kind of rough but my subie handled it fine. The location on the dirt does take you to a persons property but check out Skips review for a detailed location. Overall great spot and close to a superior hiking trailhead

  • goose10091203 The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Afterhours Meadow

    Quiet but rough terrain

    Nice little field. Would be great if the groud wasn't all sticks and thorns. Good place to sleep. Not for extended camping

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Apostle Islands Area Campground

    Cute Campground

    Great campground with swimming hole & great access to Bayside for island ferry’s! Complaints: Park is located on the side of a hill—Spots are small but level, roads are all at a slope. Not a great campground for kiddos to ride their bikes, and not super fun to walk uphill in every direction. The campground also charges you $5-7 per person to play mini-golf… which is odd, since it is advertised as a campground amenity on the website.

  • Carly A.
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Little Presque Isle Rustic Outpost Camp — Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

    Great Location

    Great campground with access to Lake Superior. Perfect for watching the sunset or yooperlite hunting. This campground is family friendly and the vault toilets are well maintained. Some of the sites are a little close to others, but it wasn’t much of a bother.

    There is a trailhead right at the beginning of the campground that is short and easy with a number of amazing waterfalls along the way.

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Little Girl's Point County Park

    No drinking water

    The location is spectacular. Our site was of good size. The toilets have higher use than they were designed for. I did not like that we had to cross a country road to get to the toilet. There is a playground and the beach had excellent rocks.

  • Lauren M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Eddy Park & Campground

    Nice park with tight rv spaces

    Very pretty lake and park on the edge of town. The rv park itself is very tight spacing, and many rvs are full-time sitting here from the looks of it. Overall, for price, quiet, and just a few night stay, it wasn't bad. It's just not camping.


Guide to Ashland

Camping near Ashland, Wisconsin, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "There were plenty of hiking trails to explore," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
  • Waterfalls: Visit Amnicon Falls State Park Campground to see stunning waterfalls. A reviewer said, "Trails around the Amnicon River and at least three waterfalls" make it a must-see.
  • Fishing and Boating: The Apostle Islands Area RV Park and Camping is close to Lake Superior, perfect for fishing and boating. One visitor noted, "Great location for the Apostle Islands and shoreline."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Burlington Bay Campground. A review stated, "Burlington Bay is one of the cleanest, most easily accessible campgrounds in Minnesota."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the large sites at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "All of the sites are large and spacious with interesting rock features."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers often highlight the peacefulness at Baptism River Campground. A reviewer said, "Very quiet. One of my absolute favorite state parks!"

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Copper Falls State Park Campground warned, "Beware of the mosquitoes! They were everywhere in the bathroom."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Union Bay Campground, may not have full amenities. A visitor noted, "No water at the sites. Fill water tanks at the dump station."
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Popular spots like Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground can get busy. One camper mentioned, "Hard to get a site during peak season, but so worth it if you snag one!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Pattison State Park Campground, which has "huge, wonderful pull-thru sites" and easy access to bath and shower rooms.
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to explore nearby attractions. A camper at Amnicon Falls State Park Campground said, "Short hike to waterfalls, upper/lower falls were very pretty."
  • Pack Bug Spray: Given the mosquito warnings, it's wise to bring bug spray. A visitor at Copper Falls State Park Campground mentioned, "They were so bad that I eventually cut my trip short."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds, like Union Bay Campground, have uneven sites. A reviewer noted, "The entire campground is built on a hill, so you get some unlevel sites."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Campgrounds like Apostle Islands Area RV Park and Camping offer full hookups, which many RVers appreciate. One camper said, "We liked the easy drive-through sites with full hookup."
  • Plan for Water Access: Some campgrounds may have limited water access. A visitor at Baptism River Campground mentioned, "Water and restrooms/showers in the campground were shut down for the winter season."

Camping around Ashland, Wisconsin, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Ashland, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, Ashland, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 127 campgrounds and RV parks near Ashland, WI and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Ashland, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ashland, WI is Kreher RV Park with a 4.5-star rating from 11 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Ashland, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Ashland, WI.