Best Campgrounds near Barronett, WI

Camping options near Barronett, Wisconsin range from developed campgrounds to rustic sites across northwestern Wisconsin. Country Quiet RV Park and Campground offers full-hookup sites and cabin accommodations in Cumberland, approximately 8 miles southwest of Barronett. Eagle Point Park in Cumberland provides lakefront camping with electric hookups, drinking water, and boat access. The broader area includes both established campgrounds with amenities and more primitive dispersed camping opportunities like Chinty Lake Roadside Camp.

Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from May through October due to Wisconsin's northern climate. Water hookups are typically winterized after the first frost, and many facilities close entirely during winter months. Road conditions remain accessible for most vehicles during the camping season. A visitor described Shell Lake Municipal Park as having "sites that are tightly spaced but mostly perfectly level. All of the sites I checked had at least 30A electric; most also had 50A." Reservations are recommended, particularly for weekend stays during peak summer months at popular waterfront campgrounds like Eagle Point Park and Shell Lake Municipal Park.

Waterfront camping represents a significant draw in the Barronett area, with several campgrounds positioned along lakes and rivers. Red Barn Campground near Shell Lake combines family-friendly activities with camping, while Whitetail Ridge Campground offers more spacious sites for both tent and RV camping. For those seeking a quieter experience, the dispersed camping at Chinty Lake provides minimal amenities but greater privacy. A camper noted that Eagle Point Park is "a great little city campground" that is "quiet and surrounded by water," though it "fills up fast." Most developed campgrounds in the region provide electric hookups, with some offering full hookups including water and sewer connections. Shower facilities and flush toilets are common at established sites, while primitive camping areas typically have no amenities beyond perhaps a fire ring.

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  • Sarah D.
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Wild River State Park Campground

    Secluded Backpack/Canoe Site with Sunrise Views

    I was looking for a secluded backpack in site where I could have a peaceful 48 hours of prayer and solitude, and this site was perfect! I also wanted one that wasn't too far remote, since I hadn't been on a proper backpacking trip since the pandemic hit. And as a solo female camper, I wanted a reserved site so that there would be a record of my location for safety reasons. I'm so glad I chose the Deer Creek site, and will almost definitely stay here again at some point!

    This site is accessible by either hiking or canoe. It took me about 30 minutes to hike in from the visitor center parking lot. There is easy access to river water to boil or filter from the canoe landing.

    This site was incredibly spacious. It includes a fire ring and picnic table overlooking the creek and river. It also includes 2 large tent pads (look out for widow makers, one of the tent pads is under a dead tree!). It also has a spot nestled in some pine trees that could fit a smaller tent, canoe storage, or I found it to be the perfect spot to hang my hammock! (This would be a great site for hammock camping.) So if you're camping with a small group of people this would be a great site. It also includes a trail to a fairly private latrine, and a bear box (the park ranger warned me that there are bears in the park although I did not see any.) I also found plenty of dead down and dry wood and birch bark on the ground for building fires.

    This site is great for a one nigjt stay on a longer backpacking or canoeing trip, but also great for camping out at for a couple of nights. I stayed for two, and it connects to all the major trails in the park, so I was able to use it as a great base for hiking and seeing the beautiful changing leaves. In the morning I hiked North to do the Riverside trail and looped back through the woods. Then in the afternoon I did the Deer Creek loop, which is a shared horse and hiking trail. It was so nice to he able to hike out to some of the best trails in the park directly from my site.

    This site felt remarkably remote for being only an hour from the twin cities and a mile from the parking lot! I stayed there Thursday -Saturday, and after leaving the parking lot on Thursday did not see another human being for the rest of the day, and Friday not until I hit the main trails! There was no one else staying within at least a mile of me. I was even able to see fantastic stars Friday night. There was amazing wildlife - a blue heron frequented the site, and I heard all types of owls. Two bald eagles had a nest across the river so I got to see and hear them the whole trip, too- it was absolutely magical!

    This site has a great view of both sunrise and sunset. Thursday night there was a gorgeous sunset over the woods reflected in deer Creek. Both mornings I woke up to watch the sunrise while drinking my coffee next to the fire (it was freezing!!!). Watching the sun rise over the river and fog roll over th water and evaporate while eagles soared was truly magical. Having an easy backpack in site surrounded by water on two sides and with views of the sunrise and sunset like this was so incredible!!!

  • Maria D.
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Interstate State Park — Interstate State Park

    Lovely River, Too Much Hustle

    Interstate State Park has some nice features, but overall it wasn’t my favorite. Many of the exterior loop sites have river access, which was a highlight, and we didn’t have to deal with mosquitoes thanks to being right on the water. The nearby towns are also very charming and worth exploring.

    That said, the campground is small and very crowded, likely because it’s so close to the Cities and popular with canoe rentals. Expect a lot of traffic noise, and in the fall, migrating geese can be very loud (which didn’t bother me, but might for some). The ranger office had limited hours, and since firewood is locked up, there’s no self-serve option. Another downside: a riverboat cruises by frequently, blasting music in the evenings and giving tours during the day.

    The sites are close together, with RVs and tents mixed on one loop, so generator noise is common. It wasn’t a terrible stay, but just too small and busy for my preference—I don’t think I’d return.

    Best sites seemed to be 21 (great river views, less private), 23 (fun detached tent pad), and 18 (most private). Sites 4–5 were also lovely but close to the bathrooms and camp host, so expect more foot traffic.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 14, 2025

    Eagle Point Park

    Quiet lake campground

    I stayed here one night while traveling. The bathrooms seemed fire. I could not find a dumper on site. There is a dump station. Plenty of tent only camping areas. All sites require some leveling. Some of the sites have water hookups. Lots of people use the park during the day. It was very quiet at night.

    There is a coffee shop about a 20 minute walk from the park. There is a public swimming beach less than a 10 minute walk from the park.

    You might be able to get a large rig into the first few spots. But if you try to drive the loop around to the other sites, you might not make it. But I did not have trouble in my 25 foot motor home.

    I had great 5G signals from Verizon and T-mobile here.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Grace Lake Road Dispersed

    Very quit night

    Stayed a night here on our way up to the boundary waters gate is very narrow had to fold the mirrors on my Tacoma to squeeze through but if you park at the entrance it’s a short walk You’re about 20 foot from the water and fishing is good

  • Christy E.
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Lucius Woods County Park

    Beautiful Campground

    The site we had was difficult to back our 32’ camper into. The bathrooms and showers are very clean. A swimming beach, hiking trails and playground are available. Entertainment is available on Saturday nights but we are not staying on a Saturday night. The camp hosts were very friendly and helpful.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Camp Waub-O-Jeeg

    Waub O Jeeg- Tent camping

    Checking was easy with owner on site. A little steep getting up to x Some of the site. Bathroom and shower house were great

  • The Rolling Panda  ..
    Jul. 17, 2025

    Old Logging Trail — St. Croix State Park

    Beautiful park!

    The drive into the park was absolutely beautiful!! Stayed at old logging trail campground. I was initially worried because I didn't realize the site was right next to a vault toilet, but besides for the occasional flashlight at night, it felt secluded. It was very buggy, so be prepared for that. I can't wait to go back so I can explore more of the park!

  • C
    Jul. 16, 2025

    Dongola Campground

    Beautiful, quiet, spacious!!!

    Of all the RV parks we have stayed at, Dongola Campground is by far our favorite! It’s just far enough out of town to be tranquil but close enough for convenience. There are groomed/mowed trails that wind through the beautiful 40 acre property, great for walking, bicycling, or golf carts. We even saw a bald eagle during our stay here.


Guide to Barronett

Camping spots near Barronett, Wisconsin range from primitive roadside sites to full-service RV parks across Washburn and surrounding counties. The region sits within Wisconsin's northern lake country at approximately 1,250 feet elevation, characterized by glacial terrain with numerous small lakes and wetlands. Winter camping options remain limited due to seasonal closures from October through April, with daytime temperatures rarely exceeding 20°F during January and February.

What to do

Fishing access: Eagle Point Park in Cumberland provides shoreline fishing with boat launch facilities. Ryan S. notes, "I stayed here one night while traveling. There is a public swimming beach less than a 10 minute walk from the park."

Farm activities: Red Barn Campground in Shell Lake combines camping with agricultural experiences. "Adorable family campground on a farm that has nice large campsites. The campground revolves around children. A huge playground, pony rides, animal parades and mini golf are only a few things that happen at Red Barn," writes Courtney C.

Stargazing opportunities: Wild River State Park features designated stargazing areas away from light pollution. Katherine T. reports, "The star gazing area was great! Intermittently had 1-2 bars of T-Mobile with LTE Internet. Wi-Fi is available at the park entrance."

Trail exploration: Interstate State Park offers various hiking difficulty levels with unique geological features. Maria D. explains, "The draw here is the potholes, but we will get to that... You can drive it if so inclined. We did. The draw here is the world's largest glacial potholes."

What campers like

Riverfront sites: Wild River State Park Campground offers secluded water-adjacent camping. Amber N. describes, "Backpack site Buck Hill is right on the river, beautiful view to the east. Circled by flowers (goldenrod in the late summer), brush and trees. End of the path so zero foot traffic / passersby."

Spacious layouts: Country Quiet RV Park provides well-separated camping areas. Judy B. mentions, "This is a very nice RV Park. There's plenty of sites and they appear to be expanding. Sites are fairly spread out. Easy loop system makes this campground very easy to navigate through."

Natural surroundings: Whitetail Ridge Campground offers wooded sites with wildlife viewing. Christopher H. says, "Nice campground, lots of seasonal campers. Close to trails and fishing. Nice beach in shell lake."

Privacy levels: Interstate State Park has varying site seclusion. Conor P. notes, "The campground is quiet but not much space or privacy with clean facilities. Campground: 6/10. Experience: 10/10."

What you should know

Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds close between mid-October and May. Shell Lake Municipal Park runs "May 1 to Oct 15" according to its official season.

Roadside camping reality: Chinty Lake Roadside Camp offers free but very basic roadside accommodation. Aly E. cautions, "This is literally just a roadside pull off not really a campsite (and the road was kinda busy), two girls traveling did not feel comfortable spending the night here and went somewhere else."

Cellular connectivity: Cell reception varies widely between campgrounds. Ryan S. reports at Eagle Point Park, "I had great 5G signals from Verizon and T-mobile here," while other more remote sites have limited service.

Winter accessibility: Some parks remain technically open but with limited facilities in winter. Joanna B. shares about Wild River State Park, "2/8/20-2/9/20... The campground was fully reserved but was empty, the low was 10 so people must have bowed out. The campsite was plowed out and had a nice spot for the tent."

Tips for camping with families

Look for educational programs: Interstate State Park offers ranger-led activities for children. Celina M. explains, "The trails also lead to the glacial potholes. Wonderful getaway, will come back again."

Consider farm-based camping: Red Barn Campground specializes in family entertainment. Courtney C. adds, "The 126 year old barn on the premises holds barn dances, and indoor movies. 5 min to the nearest beach and cute downtown Shell Lake."

Find parks with swimming access: Eagle Point Park offers safe swimming areas for children. Ryan S. notes, "There is a public swimming beach less than a 10 minute walk from the park."

Check noise levels: Campground proximity to highways affects sleep quality. Maria D. advises, "Expect a lot of traffic noise, and in the fall, migrating geese can be very loud (which didn't bother me, but might for some)."

Tips from RVers

Site leveling requirements: Dongola Campground offers level sites for easier setup. Chad & writes, "There are groomed/mowed trails that wind through the beautiful 40 acre property, great for walking, bicycling, or golf carts. We even saw a bald eagle during our stay here."

Full hookup availability: K and C Country Air Campground provides essential RV connections. Forest R. states, "great place water sewer electric sites. very quiet campground."

Loop navigation: Eagle Point Park has size restrictions for larger rigs. Ryan S. warns, "You might be able to get a large rig into the first few spots. But if you try to drive the loop around to the other sites, you might not make it. But I did not have trouble in my 25 foot motor home."

Site spacing considerations: Shell Lake Municipal Park has tightly arranged sites. Tori K. explains, "Sites 1-38 have sewer hookups and every site has water and electric hookups. There is a shower and bathroom building. Swimming beach, fish cleaning station, public boat launch, boat dock rental, RV dump station are also available."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Barronett, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, Barronett, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 181 campgrounds and RV parks near Barronett, WI and 8 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Barronett, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Barronett, WI is Eagle Point Park with a 4-star rating from 2 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Barronett, WI.

What parks are near Barronett, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Barronett, WI that allow camping, notably St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and Saint Croix National Scenic River.