Best Tent Camping near Bangor, WI

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Best Tent Sites Near Bangor, Wisconsin (14)

    Theresa D.'s photo of tent camping at Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail near Sparta, WI
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    Camper-submitted photo at Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail near Sparta, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail near Sparta, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail near Sparta, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail near Sparta, WI

    1. Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail

    4 Reviews
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    Sparta, Wisconsin
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash

    $15 - $21 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Justin Trails Resort near Sparta, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Justin Trails Resort near Sparta, WI

    2. Justin Trails Resort

    1 Review
    1 Photo
    2 Saves
    Sparta, Wisconsin

    If your dream vacation is full of details like soft forest light, colorful leaves, and winding trails—that is, if you are thinking of disconnecting and disappearing into the countryside for a few days—then resort camping at Justin Trails Resort eight miles from town is just the ticket. Rejuvenate your spirit and refresh your body with a hike around our 200-acre property or try your hand at disc golf. We have the #1 Disc Golf Course in all of Wisconsin!

    Songbirds chirp in the morning, wild turkey and deer cross the property, and an owl hoots as the sun sets over the ridge. Ready to make a booking at Justin Trails Resort? Review your options and make a booking with us online.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    Amy G.'s photo of tent camping at Shady Rest Acres near Hokah, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Shady Rest Acres near Hokah, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Shady Rest Acres near Hokah, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Shady Rest Acres near Hokah, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Shady Rest Acres near Hokah, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Shady Rest Acres near Hokah, MN

    3. Shady Rest Acres

    2 Reviews
    17 Photos
    22 Saves
    Hokah, Minnesota

    Camp along a Mississippi tributary beside the Minnesota-Wisconsin line in this whimsical farm paradise. Run around the pasture, take a walk in the forest or dip your toes in the flowing creek at Shady Rest Acres. You are welcome to sit back, relax, and observe the farm animals. No guest are allowed inside the fenced off area of pasture without a host with them. We do have 4 well behaved dog's an 8 indoor outdoor cats, cows, goats, sheep, mini donkeys, ducks, chickens, turkeys and honey bee's. Tent Sites Pitch a tent in the field beside a fire pit and get a great view of the night sky or pitch a tent beneath the walnut trees beside the creek and relax in a hammock. Bee Relaxed Studio If you would rather stay indoors, kick back in the fully furnished studio with a wood burning stove and vinyl record player. Please no pets in the studio. No matter where you decide to stay at Shady Rest Acres you will be in close proximity to the Mississippi River, Beaver Creek Valley State Park, and Great River Bluffs State Park. This area is great for hiking, fishing, kayaking, and swimming. When making reservations please include in your total any person over the age of two.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Trash
    • Firewood Available

    $40 - $120 / night

    Steve  S.'s photo of tent camping at Houston Nature Center near Houston, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Houston Nature Center near Houston, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Houston Nature Center near Houston, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Houston Nature Center near Houston, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Houston Nature Center near Houston, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Houston Nature Center near Houston, MN

    4. Houston Nature Center

    4 Reviews
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    Houston, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    Joanna B.'s photo of tent camping at Reno Horse Campground — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest near Genoa, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Reno Horse Campground — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest near Genoa, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Reno Horse Campground — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest near Genoa, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Reno Horse Campground — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest near Genoa, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Reno Horse Campground — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest near Genoa, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Reno Horse Campground — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest near Genoa, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Wazee Lake Rec Area near Black River Falls, WI

    6. Wazee Lake Rec Area

    2 Reviews
    5 Saves
    Black River Falls, Wisconsin

    The area offers 12 rustic campsites with pit toilets and water, 9 miles of hiking trail, 3 miles of surfaced bicycle trail, a large beach, picnic areas, handicap fishing pier, boat launch and several scenic vistas of the surrounding forest land. Reservations are accepted on 6 of the 12 campsites. Reservations can be made for camping Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Reservations require a 3 night minimum and are subject to a $7.00 reservation fee for each site reserved. Reservations can be made by credit card, the mail or in person. Checking the availability of desired sites is encouraged when making reservations through the mail No refunds. Reservations are accepted from December 1 - Labor Day for the following year. Exceptions are made for seasonal campers (anyone staying 50 days or more in a row) who can start making reservations the first week in November.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo at Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest near Black River Falls, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest near Black River Falls, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest near Black River Falls, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest near Black River Falls, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest near Black River Falls, WI

    7. Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island — Black River State Forest

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    Black River Falls, Wisconsin

    Two primitive canoe campsites are available south of Black River Falls. These campsites are on the east side of the river and include a picnic table, fire ring and portable toilet. The sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to a one-night stay. A free Special Camp permit is required and can be picked up at the Castle Mound campground or the Black River Falls DNR Service Center. The permit can be filled out online or, if you’d like us to mail you one, please see our contact information. For additional information, including a map of canoe landings, see our Paddling the Black River brochure: https://p.widencdn.net/ixm7ly/Paddling-the-Black-River

    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets
    Lynn R.'s photo of tent camping at Bryes Bad Axe Glamping near Newton, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bryes Bad Axe Glamping near Newton, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bryes Bad Axe Glamping near Newton, WI
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    Camper-submitted photo at Bryes Bad Axe Glamping near Newton, WI
    Camper-submitted photo at Bryes Bad Axe Glamping near Newton, WI

    8. Bryes Bad Axe Glamping

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    Newton, Wisconsin

    Outback camping in luxury on the Bad Axe River! Trout fish and enjoy a fire on the river in a 10x12 wall tent with queen bed and all bedding. Outdoor kitchen completed stocked!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Tent Cabin
    • Glamping

    $100 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Oak Ridge / Wet Bark Recreation Area — R.J.D. Memorial Hardwood State Forest near Houston, MN
    Camper-submitted photo at Northend Campground near Rushford, MN

    10. Northend Campground

    1 Review
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    Rushford, Minnesota
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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Recent Tent Reviews near Bangor, Wisconsin

408 Reviews of 14 Bangor Campgrounds


  • Scott M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Castle Mound Campground — Black River State Forest
    Jul. 18, 2020

    Castle Mound Campground — Black River State Forest

    Wooded Area

    Very wooded campsites, which allowed for some privacy, but you will still see your neighbors. The campground was pretty and very well kept by all standards. It is one of the 3 campgrounds of the Black River State Forest, but this one appealed to us because of its location to the town and to the highway. Its a very nicely spread out campground that had a lot to offer. When you first pull in you are directed to the pay kiosk/office park. Note that you can't pay right now due to the virus, so you will need to have a sticker on your car ahead of it. 

    As for the sites. They can be large or small depending on where you choose. The majority are for tent camping and not larger RVs so if you have a bigger RV make sure you are looking ahead at the size of the pad. We saw a variety of people in different rigs from medium winnebagos and airstreams to small tear drops. Some sites are electric and that is where the campground was full. The tent sites were nice and we could get our scamp into one of those fairly easily. The nice thing is the trees...they provide great shade and also allow you to hang your hammock up if you choose. We did see warnings of ticks so just be cautious. 

    The showers were very nice and looked to be housed in a new shower house. They were working on the water heater when we stopped so the cold water was all they had, but that was fine as it was a hot day. The toilets around the campground are pit, but they are more than just an outhouse so you are safe. 

    One random thing was the firewood was the cheapest I have ever seen it at any state park. Nice to see them offering up a good deal on what nature provides!

  • Paige J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mill Bluff State Park Campground
    Aug. 6, 2018

    Mill Bluff State Park Campground

    Bluffs and Highway

    I camped here last summer and wasn't impressed at how close the camp sites were. We camped in a tent and there were several RV's nearby. Additionally when we went to hike around the area we couldn't seem to escape the sounds of the nearby highway. Aside from that the bluffs were beautiful and really fun to climb!

  • kcki M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Col Larson County Park
    Nov. 15, 2024

    Col Larson County Park

    Easy Overnight Spot

    Small city park. Just a field for tent camping. A few RV spots. Easy on-and-off if you are looking for a quick overnight.

  • Katsu T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beauford T. Anderson Park
    Sep. 21, 2017

    Beauford T. Anderson Park

    Campground in middle of town

    A weird little campground. It’s just smack in the middle of a small town. Electric hookups for those with campers, water and public restroom and shower house. $8 for tent camping. Gas station close by

  • Michael V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Houston Nature Center
    Aug. 11, 2022

    Houston Nature Center

    Bike trail campground with parking near by.

    Has very clean showers and toilets. Owl center at office. Tent sites only and not many. Must make reservations but typically not many people here camping.

  • Michael V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Justin Trails Resort
    Sep. 17, 2022

    Justin Trails Resort

    We stayed in one of the cabins

    Beautiful place, tent camping is available. Great breakfast and romantic setting for our anniversary. They sell wine and food in the store. Host is amazing and friendly. Disc golf is busy here, in winter they have sledding hills. The llamas are fun to feed.

  • Chad K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckhorn State Park Campground
    Aug. 28, 2016

    Buckhorn State Park Campground

    Nice area

    This campground is nice. Good tent sites, camper sites and is well maintained. There are several hikes around and good fishing. I would recommend for the young and old alike.

  • Justin S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pietrek County Park
    Jun. 5, 2022

    Pietrek County Park

    Well maintained

    Nice big tent sites down by the river. Walking trails were nice but recommend pants as the grass was long in spots. Plenty of wildlife and could not hear the cars from the highway.

  • Justin G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jellystone Park Warrens
    May. 20, 2022

    Jellystone Park Warrens

    Peaceful

    Pros:

    • Peaceful
    • Friendly staff
    • Nice Bathrooms & Showers
    • Laundry facility

    Cons:

    • Expensive at $40 a night for a tent site (and was a weekday)
    • Convenient store at campground only open 3 days out of the week.
  • Mike L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail

    Non-resident upcharge ($30 vs. $15 plus fees)

    Sites are basic with water, pit toilets, tables and fire rings. I originally planned to stay here but came across the non-resident charges (my state does not do this). I made reservations at the Village of Norwalk and the town of Hillsboro instead. Both have City parks with free tent camping. Norwalk even has showers and RV spots. I've added both to The Dyrt library.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Houston Nature Center
    Sep. 15, 2023

    Houston Nature Center

    Great Campground for Cyclists

    Spacious, level, well kept, quiet. $10/night, which is great. Spotless showers and bathrooms, access to drinking water. The International Owl Center was a welcome discovery. Best tent campground on the Root River Trail.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alana Springs Lodge and Campground
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Alana Springs Lodge and Campground

    Very quiet rural campground

    We stayed here in our tent. This is a rural campground, somewhat dated, but very pleasant. It is true that the bathrooms were an older style but they were clean and functional and we found no fault with them. Most of the residents are seasonal and we had nice shady and grassy areas for tent camping, This campground is not near a busy highway, lake, or either area where there is a lot of noise. It is nice and quiet. The hostess was very nice and welcoming. We would certainly stay here again.

  • Kayla F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Perrot State Park Campground
    Sep. 29, 2019

    Perrot State Park Campground

    Would Recommend

    Very nice area, camped in a tent at the end of September. Firewood had very easy access. The campground was a pretty large layout, but still easy to navigate. Nice hiking spots with amazing views. Bugs weren't too terrible, I maybe had two mosquito bites the whole 4 days, and that was before I put bug spray on.

    Rentals for canoes and kayaks are available. Unfortunately, when I went the current was too strong. We could still rent one but they warned us that if we weren't able to make it through the current, that we wouldn't be able to get our money refunded.

    There were signs posted that the drinking water cannot be boiled, nor can it be given to babies or elderly due to high nitrates. But we brought our own water anyways.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Great River Bluffs State Park Campground
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Great River Bluffs State Park Campground

    Unbelievable Views & Hiking

    Small rustic campground with no hookups or electrical sites which is perfect if you are tent camping! Sites are smaller but nice, the outer sites have better privacy with most inner sites backing up to the restrooms. The hiking here is amazing with numerous lookout points to see the river from the bluffs. There are short and long hikes to get to the views, so it’s good for all levels of hiking. Overall this campground has a lot to offer and we will definitely go back!

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Houston Nature Center
    Sep. 18, 2018

    Houston Nature Center

    Root River Bike Trail

    This campsite is at the trailhead for the Root River Bike Trail. This bike trail is so awesome and by far the best in the tri-state area!

    The nature center is tent camping only but they do have nice spots with picnic tables and grills. Even though I'm not a kid, I thought the park was AWESOME. They litterally have a tree house to play in!!!! The Nature Center also has a bike servicing station, showers, and bathrooms. Everything is extremely clean and the town of Houston is so sweet. I will visit again!

  • Amber Z.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek Valley State Park Campground
    Jun. 17, 2018

    Beaver Creek Valley State Park Campground

    Disappointed with camping but hiking was great!

    I was disappointed with camping here. We stayed in a tent site, W##. We felt lucky with this because the W sites were more secluded and you didn't feel like you were on top of your camping neighbors. The bathrooms and showers here were very gross though. The hiking here had great views but trails were not labeled well. The Big Spring was also a great natural water feature to relax in after a hot hike!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Pettibone Resort
    Jul. 25, 2020

    Pettibone Resort

    Okay for tents

    Tent sites are just okay. They are located directly across from houseboats, so little privacy. The area was also damp, which meant lots of bugs. I was envious of the RV side, which looked much nicer. It was not quiet due to being practically under the bridge into La Crosse. On the upside, The man working there was very friendly and helpful. It did not appear that anyone was masked or social distancing. The bar was open and patrons were next to each other on stools at the bar. Employees were also not wearing masks.

  • Joe R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Goose Island
    Jun. 17, 2018

    Goose Island

    Can’t miss County camping on the Mississippi

    This camp South of Lacrosse Wisconsin is a great family or road tripping camp. Goose Island has very friendly staff and a nice little camp supply store at the entrance where you can also purchase firewood in two sizes of tubes. You’ll need a way to haul the wood to your site. We tent camp so we choose nonpowered sites away from the RV’s. The website refers to the camp as being on the backwater of the Misssippi. What ever it is, it is beautiful and right on the water. Bring the bug spray for the evening becasue the mosquitoes do come out in force. The camp facilities are clean and convenient. There is a small children’s playground and a small swimming area also. The camp was relatively busy in the powered RV area but clean and quite thoughout. It looked like there were some long term RV campers by the looks of their set up. You won’t regret staying at Goose Island.

  • Laura E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blackhawk Park
    Jul. 17, 2021

    Blackhawk Park

    Good spot to sleep over on the road

    We stopped here to sleep on our way home from a long road trip. The electric sites are like a typical RV park, not much space or privace. We had site 40west and it was larger, but too close to the smelly pit toilets. Showers nice, hot and clean. The tent sites looked spacious, but not very private. The campground is in a beautiful setting and not far off The Great River Road. We enjoyed watching a muskrat family playing in the stream by our site. We would definitely use this campground as a layover again.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Perrot State Park Campground
    Sep. 4, 2018

    Perrot State Park Campground

    Great Campground if you could get rid of bugs

    There is a lot of hiking (the view from the bluffs are amazing) you can rent kayaks canoes etc. and they have a boat landing. No shore fishing or swimming which is disappointing.

    The nonelectric sites were a bit small (compared to many state parks I have been too) -especially considering the gravel spot they leave for pop ups - not great to tent camp on and takes up most of the space that is safely far enough from the fire pit.

    The bathrooms were decent but quite a hike (which stinks late at night) the showers were clean but I never used them.

    However, the bugs and mosquitos were almost unbearable. We fogged the site daily, had thermacells, and coated ourselves in bug spray - still came home completely bit up and trying to play cards at night the constant hum of bugs was a bit much.

  • Juliana R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Russell Memorial Park
    May. 31, 2021

    Russell Memorial Park

    Great ATV access

    We stayed with a group for Memorial weekend. We have such a great time. Some of our group was tent camping and said the showers were nice and hot but tended to be a little muddy after awhile. Our site was a little hard to get into. We stayed at site 116 with a 40 ft 5th wheel. I would recommend booking early to get a better spot for a big rig. That spot would be easier to get our 30 ft travel trailer into. Water filling stations are all over the campground. It was our first time and we though the dump area was the water station. It was not. Other than that we would definitely recommend.

    119 is paved ada 116 can fit a TT and atv trailer comfortably 115 - tight for a 32 ft travel trailer the trees are very close 132 - the area is below the street level which flooded out with mud

  • GoWhereYouAreDraw N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Esofea/Rentz Memorial Park
    Oct. 21, 2018

    Esofea/Rentz Memorial Park

    Ranger Review: 3-1 RōM pack at Esofea - Rentz Memorial Park

    Peaceful area! Esofea campground has a shelter, several ponds and streams, and some nice hiking trails.

    The camping options range from full hookups to tent camping. The campground is open for camping between April 15th and October 15th each year. Esofea campground has 27 campsites in total (4 with full hookups, 8 with electricity and 15 primitive sites). Fresh water is available for campers and park users. Reservations are not always necessary but if you a planning on camping on holiday weekends or wanting electric sites book in advanced.

    There is good trout fishing at this campground. Recommended spots are one of the 5 ponds or the Bad Axe River.

    Product Review:

    As a Ranger for the Dyrt, I get to test awesome outdoor products! At Esofea, I tested out my new 3-1 RōM Pack from RōM Outdoors.

    Here’s what I like about the 3-1 pack:

    Quality. This poncho is heavy duty. It’s not like the plastic ones that rip when your hiking through brushy areas. The thickness of the poncho is perfect for keeping dry but also very warm. It’s perfect for the northwoods!

    Packable. Easy to unpack and great for woodland areas. Comes with instructions on how to pack up but you really don’t need them. The pack folds up in a logical way. I found it easiest to store all my small items in the front zip up pack.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Sleepy Hollow Campground
    Sep. 3, 2021

    Sleepy Hollow Campground

    looking for a quiet place to recharge this is the place for you

    We ran across a little camp ground called Sleepy Hollow Campground W922 Lower Eagle Valley Road, Fountain City, WI. 54629(609) 687-8351 This is one of the nicest places we have found. It is not marked on RV Trip Wizard or any others that we could find. I found it by accident through Google Maps. It looked like what a campground would look like from the air and by querying the address I found the name of the campground called Sleepy Hollow. They do not advertise and it is a small camp with little amnesties. It has a shower house with restrooms and a laundry. They are clean and well maintained. They have 13 pull through sites 80” in length and very wide with full hook-ups, eight back in sites with just water and Electric. And tent sites as well. It is on a quiet road called Lower Eagle Valley Rd. It is set in a valley with 3 to 4 hundred foot hills full of trails on a working farm. About a mile from the Mississippi just north of lock and dam no. 5A if you are looking for a quiet place to recharge this is the place for you. This is a camping site where there are adults, not designed for kids.

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from East Fork Campground
    Aug. 6, 2022

    East Fork Campground

    Did not stay, but drove through this lovely campground

    I had read about this being a really nice, quiet campground for tent camping, and though I was not ready to stop for the night (on my way to a wedding up north), I did get off the highway and drive through it.  Honestly, I wanted to stay!

    It was not a huge campground, and facilities were basic (I guess they call that primitive), but each campsite was generous in size, well separated from the next site and nicely landscaped by nature's appointment of trees and shrubs.  It was clean, well-kept, and enticing.

     I wanted to take a picture of one of the attractive sites, but couldn't decide which one!  The small lake was so peaceful, and there was some new-looking children's play equipment, as well as some benches perfect for reading or eating on its banks.   I only saw one campsite occupied with a tent, and one small camping trailer elsewhere, which may have simply been stored there.  It was Friday afternoon in early June.  I would have expected to see more activity there.  Perhaps, as some have mentioned, there is an abundance of mosquitoes and other insects from the river (which I was unaware of) that disuades people, I don't know.  I didn't notice any when I sat by the lake.

    The author of the camping book through which I had found it also said he had found the place quite charming, and he did not understand why it was so little occupied.  He, apparently had spent the night there.  I'd like to stay there next time I am driving north on 94.

    I gave it 4 stars even though I have not stayed there, because it has much of what I want in a campground, and which is getting harder for nature-loving tent campers to find--simple, quiet beauty.  I took off the extra star only because I haven't actually stayed there, and want to give East Fork a chance to live up to even more!

  • Susan L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Perrot State Park Campground
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Perrot State Park Campground

    Popular campground

    Perrot has it all: hiking, biking, paddling and camping and that makes it a popular place in the summer. It was totally booked the weekend I stayed here. Site 23E was not the best due to the location of the electric pedestal which was more set up for tent camping than an RV, but made it work, although it required an extension to the power cord. The electric power was also running low and the RV AC wouldn’t work. Fan only due to watts/volts varying. Site was also parallel to the campground road so there was road noise. There are much better sites in the 91E-95E section of tall pines!

    Sites that were located on the water, were next to swampy, green algae type ponds. I can only imagine what the mosquitoes were like at those sites. Site pads are dirt and grass. Not easy to level. 

    Now for the good! This area is beautiful. Awesome bluff views of the Trempealeau and Mississippi rivers and definitely worth the hike up for them. The Great River State Trail head is located in Perrot and this is a must do if you like cycling on the rails to trails. The ride into quaint Trempealeau is enjoyable and not too strenuous. Make sure to check out the ice cream place that is located in the old caboose. Kayak and canoe rentals are available in the park as well. This is a paddler’s paradise, just be ready for the current and follow the water trail. 

    Also, a heads up: I was surprised that there is a daily vehicle pass required and this costs $8/day in addition to the usual camping fees.

  • Pat L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilton City Park
    Jun. 11, 2022

    Wilton City Park

    Nice community campground

    This campground is owned and operated by the village of Wilton, Wi. It is primarily marketed toward cyclists riding the Elroy Sparta Rail Trail. The trail’s halfway point is about 5 blocks away, so one could easily do the southern half one day and the northern half the next. It is part of a community recreation center that includes a nice swimming pool and various ball fields. Camp sites are for both RVs (towed and motor homes) and tents. Sites have access to 30 amp and conventional electric outlets grouped in a multi outlet board. Depending on your proximity to the board and the length of your cord, this could be problematic. Showers are easily available and will run you 50 cents for 4 minutes of water. The swimming pool is also available for a $5 admission. Hours are irregular due to a shortage of available lifeguards. Individual campsites have a picnic table and fire ring.


Guide to Bangor

Tent camping near Bangor, Wisconsin offers a variety of scenic spots where nature lovers can unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. With well-reviewed campgrounds nearby, you'll find the perfect place to pitch your tent and create lasting memories.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Local attractions to explore

Tips for tent camping near Bangor

  • Be prepared for highway noise at the [Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail], as some campers have noted it can be disruptive, especially on weekends.
  • If you're biking the trails, consider staying at [Shady Rest Acres], which is conveniently located near biking routes and offers a peaceful environment.
  • Always check for local amenities like showers and food options; for instance, the Houston Nature Center has spotless facilities and is close to charming local attractions.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Bangor, WI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Bangor, WI is Sparta Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail with a 4-star rating from 4 reviews.

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