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    Neshonoc Lakeside Camping Resort allows pets in various accommodation types including RVs, cabins, yurts, and glamping units. Dogs receive a friendly welcome at Veterans Memorial Park & Campground, Whiskey Creek Family RV Park, and Justin Trails Resort, with most offering fire pits and picnic tables at each site. The campgrounds maintain clean facilities with many providing showers, flush toilets, and access to drinking water. Some campers note that Neshonoc feels more like a traditional family campground rather than a wilderness experience, with plenty of room for dogs to explore yet remain on-leash in common areas.

    The La Crosse River wraps around Veterans Memorial Campground, providing excellent water access for dogs who enjoy swimming. Whiskey Creek Family RV Park features nature trails and a trout stream perfect for walks with leashed pets. Justin Trails Resort welcomes pets with their tent camping and cabin options, while Pine View Campground at Fort McCoy accommodates pets year-round with full hookup sites. Seasonal considerations include checking ahead during peak summer months as many campgrounds fill quickly with families. Most area campgrounds enforce standard pet policies requiring current vaccinations, proper cleanup, and dogs to remain leashed except in designated areas. Sparta, just minutes from several campgrounds, offers veterinary services and pet supplies for emergency needs.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Bangor (110)

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      1. Neshonoc Lakeside

      4.0(9)4mi from BangorRVs, Cabins, Glamping

      "This campground came to us through Thousand Trails Collection.  At first we only had a W/E site and later was able to move to a full hook up site. "

      "It was spacious and very well kept, with a great view of the lake. Wry easy to back in and get set up, almost level and took very little adjustment to get our spot in order."

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      2. Veterans Memorial Park & Campground

      4.9(8)6mi from BangorRVs, Tents

      "Playground for kids and a very nice dog park. Right off the river. Will definitely be back!"

      "Vet's Park has direct access to the La Crosse Great River Trail where you can connect onto Elroy/Sparta Trail to the east and it directly to La Crosse Great River Trail to the northwest."

      3. Great River Bluffs State Park Campground

      4.1(28)20mi from Bangor35 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Had a site right next to the bathroom big enough for 2 tents and 2 vehicles. Hikes here offer great views of the river and bluffs and the fall colors are gorgeous!!!"

      "I enjoy camping away from the hub bub of the family campground and opting for the backpack or cart in sites. Luckily, Great River Bluffs has some of the nicest cart ins I have encountered."

      from $24 / night

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      4. Pettibone Resort

      3.9(12)15mi from BangorRVs, Tents

      "About a 10 minute walk over the Cass St. bridge and you are in the heart of downtown La Crosse. This campground offers everything."

      "Utilities were located in the rear. 20A/30A electric and water. Site was a little unlevel. Neighbors are close.  AT&T had 2-3 bars of LTE and Verizon 1 bars of LTE service."

      from $28 - $30 / night

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      5. Goose Island

      3.9(14)16mi from BangorRVs, Tents

      "This camp South of Lacrosse Wisconsin is a great family or road tripping camp."

      "The sites are close together near the entrance. The spread out as you get deeper into the park. Beautiful grounds. Good communication from the camp rangers when we had to switch sites."

      from $22 - $34 / night

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      6. Whiskey Creek Family RV Park

      5.0(3)5mi from Bangor3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Situated on 30 acres, there is plenty of room to roam. There is river access, walking trails, and so much more. This is the perfect place for your next family vacation or solo travel stop-over."

      "Great family operated RV park near La Crosse, WI. Clean bathrooms! Some of the nicest I have seen with free showers. Planned themes and activities on the weekends, great fun for the whole family."

      from $45 - $185 / night

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      7. Perrot State Park Campground

      4.5(36)26mi from BangorRVs, Tents

      "Located among driftless Wisconsin, Perrot SP is a great place to camp. The highlight of this park are the hiking trails created by the CCC."

      "There is a rail line that runs along between the Mississippi and the park edge, campsites are away from this but still can be heard as well as motor boats on the River."

      from $39 / night

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      8. Pine View Campground - Fort McCoy

      4.7(9)17mi from BangorRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Situated within short distance of the Mississippi surrounded by trails and kayak friendly rivers."

      "Near-by La Crosse has baseball and softball teams from the Northwoods collegiate summer league."

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      9. Justin Trails Resort

      5.0(1)8mi from BangorTents, Cabins
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      10. Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground

      4.6(21)25mi from BangorRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Very cool secluded walk in sites, pet friendly, awesome trails."

      "Walk-In Sites If you are looking for privacy, cart-in site 119 is quite a ways off the trail and far from the parking lot, but it's a bit small."

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    • Jarrett G.
      Aug. 7, 2024

      Veterans Memorial Park & Campground

      Very nice campground

      Large campground with many amenities. Playground for kids and a very nice dog park. Right off the river. Will definitely be back!

    • R
      Aug. 30, 2019

      Prairie Island City Campground

      Nice for RV Camping

      If you are a tent camper, I would suggest going to local nearby state parks vs. this campground. Nice for a quick weekend away in an RV. On the Mississippi River and close to town. Across the street from a dog park so if you bring your fur-friend with, there is a nice enclosed area for them to run while being supervised.

    • David G.
      May. 8, 2022

      Prairie Island City Campground

      River view

      It is a nice clean quiet campground. Trails and dog park close were nice. It could have been not as nice if it was full. Sites are good and a little ways apart.

    • Lynn N.
      Jul. 18, 2020

      Hixton - Alma Center KOA

      Nice Place

      Small, clean campground! Very friendly staff, very well kept! Dog park. There's also plenty of activites to do! You can swim in the pool, fish in the pond etc. Bathrooms are very well kept and clean! Showers are hot! Sites are good sized, and well spread out!

    • Kayla S.
      May. 27, 2018

      Eagle Cliff Campground and Lodging

      Perfect set-up

      This campground has it all. Situated right along the Root River next to the bike trail. They offer kayak, canoe and tube rentals and shuttles. They also have bike rentals.

      This facility is clean and very well kept. Even the shower rooms are very nice and sanitary.

      This is by far my favorite camping spot. I would recommend this place to any and everyone. Family orientated and pet friendly.

    • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 27, 2019

      Shady Rest Acres

      Bliss in the middle of the country

      In the middle of the country, in a tiny town called Brownsville, you'll find a little slice of awesome in the form of a hobby farm with campsites, a cabin, and oh ya...the remnants of an old brewery! Patty and Michelle are nothing less than hospitable, knowledgable and gracious.

      Shady Rest Acres is owned and run by two women who are nothing less than the the perfect example of what property owners/business owners should be. Beyond being kind, their property is clean, tidy, beautiful yet rustic and home to so many animals that are all exceptionally well cared for. They have donkeys, Scottish Highland cows (a family of them), sheep, goats, chickens (and they'll even pick the bugs off your car), bees, horses, ducks, cats and dogs (I hope I didn't miss anything!). You have to be "pet friendly" if you stay here, because the the chickens roam, the dogs make friends and the cats meander, just as cats tend to do. If you want to meet the barnyard critters, please only look at them from the outside of the fence unless guided and escorted by the owners.  They are happy to let you meet them with their presence. 

      There are 2 campsites, if you wish.  One is in the middle of the pasture (that's right...near the goats) They will pen up the larger animals if you stay at that site, but it's perfect for stargazing!  The other is nestled in the woods.  Both have fire pits and access to wood. There is an outdoor shower, if you wish, and also a composting toilet.  But there is also access to an indoor bathroom and shower inside the main house.  The cabin is delightfully lovely with beautiful decor, two full sized beds, space for a few kids to crash, small kitchen items (microwave, mini fridge, coffeemaker) as well as a wood stove for cool nights and some A/C for warm days.  The cabin is attached to the main house by way of a small deck (although the cabin is free standing, but sitting above the garage). And some local beverages in the fridge! You will have access to the deck chairs and gas grill, if you want to cook some dinner. For potty stops, you'll have to use the bathroom inside their home, but it's very close and private, as they have another one that they use when guests are staying the night. 

      At no time did we feel like we were invading Patty and Michelle's space, nor did they invade ours.  It was extremely comfortable, and I thought that we could have asked any question without silly looks and even participated in chores, and we would have been welcome to do so. Even though it rained while we were there, it seemed to be just perfect. Beyond the obvious, they are earth conscious, eco friendly in many ways and fully aware of their food sources, which is one reason why they raise their own food.  So they know where it comes from and how it was treated.  I love it. 

      This is rustic slice of hospitality is not only peaceful, but friendly, warm and comforting as well as therapeutic.  Just what the soul ordered.

    • D
      Jun. 26, 2020

      Eagle Cliff Campground and Lodging

      River Camping

      Overall great experience! Located on the Root River. Cliff View has very clean bath houses. Lots of sites to choose from. 50 amp service, sewer hook up and of course water. If your close enough to the office wifi available. Some sites are tight for large motor homes, 5th wheelers and tavel trailer. If your a bicyclist, campgrounds on great paved trail. They like their grass, no rugs or carpet on the grass. I take this as a positive. Dogs n cats are welcome. Lots of seasonal sites. Camping during the week is quite!

    Guide to Bangor

    Campgrounds near Bangor, Wisconsin range from river-adjacent sites to lakeside destinations throughout the area's rolling Driftless landscape. Most camping options lie within a 30-minute drive of town, positioned between 800-1,300 feet in elevation with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F. The area features several spring-fed creeks and small lakes that remain cool even during July and August.

    What to do

    Hiking trails and bluffs: At Great River Bluffs State Park, access multiple overlooks with Mississippi River views. "We hiked a short distance into our site. We had to pass a grassy area that was always full of bunnies! The site was of good size, dark and quiet," notes Kay K. The park features seven miles of hiking trails leading to scenic bluff vistas.

    Kayaking the river systems: Goose Island offers excellent paddling access. "Excellent place to kayak and explore the backwaters of the Mississippi. You can put in or take out at the boat landing. See map in photos for 'canoe trail'," explains one camper. Multiple launch points make day trips easy without shuttling vehicles.

    Fishing opportunities: Many campers report successful fishing expeditions in the area's waterways. "Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Muskie, Pike, Walleye, and Bluegill can be caught at this location," reports Megan S. about Lake Neshonoc. Water levels remain relatively consistent through summer and fall months, though spring can bring higher, faster currents.

    What campers like

    Easy access to bike trails: Veterans Memorial Park & Campground connects directly to regional bike paths. "Vet's Park has direct access to the La Crosse Great River Trail where you can connect onto Elroy/Sparta Trail to the east and it directly to La Crosse Great River Trail to the northwest," notes one visitor. The trails feature packed gravel surfaces suitable for most bike types.

    Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathrooms at area campgrounds. "The bathrooms are clean with nice shower facilities that are accessible," reports Kim L. about Neshonoc Lakeside. Most campgrounds provide flush toilets and hot showers included with camping fees.

    Spacious sites: Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground receives praise for site sizing. "The sites were spaced apart far enough so you weren't on top of the other campers. Very beautiful scenery, especially from the lookout. All the fire rings come with grill racks for cooking," writes David F. Site dimensions typically allow for standard camping setups with room for hammocks at many locations.

    What you should know

    Dog friendly campgrounds near Bangor: Most campgrounds welcome pets with standard restrictions. "This is a pet friendly park," notes a visitor at Pettibone Resort. Leashes typically must be 6 feet or shorter, and dogs cannot be left unattended at campsites.

    Seasonal variations: Spring camping often brings higher river levels and more insects. "Beware of the flooding and mosquitoes!" warns one Goose Island visitor. Fall offers more comfortable temperatures and fewer bugs, with peak colors typically arriving mid-October.

    Water conditions: Some campgrounds have water restrictions or quality notices. "There were signs posted that the drinking water cannot be boiled, nor can it be given to babies or elderly due to high nitrates," reports a Perrot State Park visitor. Bringing bottled water is recommended during certain seasons.

    Noise considerations: Highway and rail noise can affect some campgrounds. "Highway noise from the highway running along the river and from I-90 (while not really noticeable during the day) is ridiculously loud at night," notes a visitor to Great River Bluffs State Park.

    Tips for camping with families

    Multiple playgrounds: Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Bangor offer play areas for children. "Vet's Park has baseball fields, playgrounds, a couple of group shelters, volleyball courts, and tons of space for activities," reports one visitor. Most playgrounds are designed for ages 5-12.

    Swimming options: Whiskey Creek Family RV Park offers water recreation for families. "They also have a beautiful white sand beach around a 1-acre swim pond. The water was the color of the Caribbean with these huge blow-up toys and slides in the middle. Kids loved it," writes one visitor. Swimming areas typically operate from late May through early September.

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many campgrounds feature easy wildlife spotting. "My kid loves all the playgrounds. I love the fact that I can take her hiking here and not have to worry," notes Sara M. about Veterans Memorial Park. Morning and evening offer the best wildlife viewing times.

    Tips from RVers

    Site dimensions and hookups: Research specific site sizes before booking. "It was a grass site with two concrete strips for my TT tires. There was more than enough parking for my TT and truck and grass on either side," reports David B. about Pettibone Resort. Many sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet, but not all parks have pull-through options.

    Electric service varies: Check amperage availability when booking. "A little pricey at $54 considering there were no sewer hookups," notes another Pettibone visitor. Most campgrounds offer 30-amp service, with 50-amp available at select sites for additional fees.

    Seasonal considerations: RV sites often book months in advance for summer weekends. "This is a huge campground. It feels like a true old-school 'campground' not an rv resort or even an RV park," reports Susan & Kevin W. Fall weekdays typically offer the best availability for last-minute bookings.

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