Best Camping near Bayfield, WI

On the shores of Lake Superior, some of the best camping is located near Bayfield, WI. It is the smallest city in Wisconsin, but you'll be able to find last-minute supplies you'll need at campsites on the mainland or on Madeline and Apostle Islands. Depending on the time of year, you can explore the beaches, participate in the Apple Fest, or watch a sled dog race. Campgrounds on the mainland put you close to trails where you can explore the pine forests. Stay in a tent on the beach or rent a comfortable cabins. RV owners won’t have problems finding a place to stay complete with the necessary hookups and amenities.

Best Camping Sites Near Bayfield, WI (113)

    Camper-submitted photo from Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping
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    1. Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping

    22 Reviews
    81 Photos
    122 Saves
    Cornucopia, Wisconsin

    Overview

    **Camping within Apostle Island National Lakeshore is strictly tent camping. There is no car or RV camping within the park. All campsites within the national lakeshore must be reached by boat or sea kayak, except for the Mainland 1, 2, and 3 campsites, which can be accessed by kayak or by hiking in only.** __ Mainland camping for car & RV camping: There are a variety of state parks and private campgrounds with facilities for car and RV camping in the Bayfield area on the mainland and on Madeline Island. Visit the park's Camping in the Apostles web page and scroll to the "Local Area Camping" section. Madeline Island is not part of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. The Madeline Island Ferry is a car & passenger ferry service to transport visitors to the island.________ Camping within Apostle Islands National Lakeshore: The Apostle Islands offer a unique camping experience. There are many campsites within the park, and each have their own unique characteristics to them. There are 57 individual campsites, 9 group campsites, and 17 primitive camping zones.______ NOTE: Visitors who choose to visit the islands and sleep in their personal self-contained vessel do not need a camping reservation. Public docks are available first-come, first-serve on 12 of the islands. You'll pay the overnight docking fee upon arrival. Be sure to download the Recreation.gov mobile app on your mobile device before you visit so that you can complete payment for overnight docking using scan & pay upon arrival.__ Advance reservations for camping permits are required___for camping in Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Each camping permit may cover up to 14 consecutive nights.__Permit holders can not have concurrent night stays. Permit holders can only have one reservation for the same nights of camping. Permit holders are responsible for any damages. Camping permits are non-transferable. Individual campsites: These campsites are designated for groups of 1-7 people. Most sites are equipped with a fire ring, bear locker, and a picnic table. These sites are recommended for first-time primitive campers. It will give a sense of backcountry camping with the pleasantries of the amenities. They are a good way to work up to the primitive zone camping. These sites are $15 per night. Reservations can be made starting 30 days from the start of a trip.______ Group campsites: These campsites are designated for groups of 8-21 people. Each site is equipped with a fire ring, bear locker, and a picnic table. These sites are great for large families or get-togethers with friends. These sites are $30 per night. These sites can be reserved in March every year during the Group Camping Lottery and remaining sites will open after the lottery is completed.______ Primitive zone camping: These campsites are designated for groups of 1-5 people. These sites are for the truly hardcore backpackers. Primitive zone camping is not a specific site but provides the option of choosing a backcountry area to camp. This type of camping experience has NO amenities. There are specific guidelines on where to camp for this type of experience. Consult the Primitive Zone camping maps for potential landing sites and available areas.____ The following areas are closed to primitive zone camping:__ Areas excluded from primitive camping zones and closed to camping to protect sensitive natural and cultural resources.__ Area posted as closed to protect bird nesting areas and threatened or endangered species.__ Areas in view of any designated trail.__ Areas within 1/4 mile of any building, historic structure, individual or group campsite, or another camping party.__ Areas within 100 feet of a flowing stream.__ Private land or lease holdings.__ For more information or questions about your itinerary, call park staff at (715) 779-3398 extension 2, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., daily from Memorial Day through September or Monday to Friday from October through Memorial Day.____

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    For facility specific information, please call (715) 779-3398.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Cancellations made prior to the reservation start date will be given a 50% refund of the use fees. Changes to the reservation will be charged a $15.00 change fee.There is a $10 reservation fee for each permit made. The $10 reservation fee is non-refundable.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $30 / night

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    2. Big Bay State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    84 Photos
    136 Saves
    La Pointe, Wisconsin
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground

    69 Reviews
    323 Photos
    422 Saves
    Beaver Bay, Minnesota

    Camping Drive-in Sites46 electric sites in Shipwreck Creek Campground Open seasonally, May - October. Most site parking pads are at least 70 feet long. This park does NOT have a dump station or water fill station!

    Wheelchair Accessible SitesFive sites Two sites in the cart-in campground and three sites in the Shipwreck Creek Campground. Sites 110 and 203 have elevated tent pads with a ramp. Site 314 does not have an elevated tent pad, but the entire site is packed, crushed gravel - no grass.

    Backpack Sites4 sites These sites range from 1/2 to 2 miles from the campground parking lot. Two of the sites are accessible from Lake Superior for use by kayakers.

    Cart-in Sites20 sites These beautiful sites are all within 2,000 feet of the parking lot. Wheeled carts are available to haul gear and supplies to your campsite. These are secluded sites.

    Carts are not available in the winter. A backpack or sled is recommended to haul gear during the winter months. Please call park office with questions.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    277 Photos
    342 Saves
    Beaver Bay, Minnesota

    Campground is open year round. Showers/flush toilets are open May - October

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
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    5. Dalrymple Park and Campground

    16 Reviews
    73 Photos
    139 Saves
    Bayfield, Wisconsin

    We have 28 rustic tent and RV Sites overlooking Lake Superior, making for great Bayfield WI camping. We don't recommend RV's larger than 30 feet . Located on the waterfront, one mile north of Bayfield on Hwy. 13 Amenities: -Heavily wooded private sites -Apostle Islands lookout points -Near all area attractions -Electrical hookups -Firewood -Vault Toilets -No Showers -Showers are available at the Bayfield Recreation Facility located at 140 S. Broad St., Bayfield, WI 54814 for a fee, please call 715.779.5408 for more information. -2 tents/site, or 1 RV/site -No dump station

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 / night

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    6. Big Bay Town Park

    14 Reviews
    54 Photos
    87 Saves
    La Pointe, Wisconsin

    Beautiful public park with trails, picnic shelter, and sandy beach. Open year round. Office with bathrooms and showers open May-October. Public access to Barrier Beach and Big Bay Lagoon. 61 Site campground, reservations recommended.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 - $40 / night

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    7. Copper Falls State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    152 Photos
    206 Saves
    Mellen, Wisconsin
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $20 - $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Baptism River Campground — Tettegouche State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Baptism River Campground — Tettegouche State Park
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    8. Baptism River Campground — Tettegouche State Park

    52 Reviews
    254 Photos
    30 Saves
    Illgen City, Minnesota

    Located on the Baptism River, the campground is one and one-half miles from Lake Superior. These are secluded, well-screened sites. Eight sites are available in winter. Note: A campsite may be occupied by a group of six or fewer people using one camping shelter. Groups of six or fewer traveling in one vehicle may have one additional tent with prior approval from park staff.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table

    $25 / night

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    9. Herbster Campground

    16 Reviews
    44 Photos
    162 Saves
    Port Wing, Wisconsin
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $17 - $30 / night

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719 Reviews of 113 Bayfield Campgrounds


  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground
    Nov. 12, 2024

    Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground

    So nice I went twice this year!

    Amazing state park. Love the hiking trails and how accessible the waterfall is. Campground has bathrooms and showers as well as potable water. Firewood is available at the state park office as well as any items you may have forgotten to bring such as miscellaneous toiletries and some food items. Highly recommend this park.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground
    Nov. 12, 2024

    Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground

    North shore gem

    Amazing state park. Love the hiking trails and how accessible the waterfall is. Campground has bathrooms and showers as well as potable water. Firewood is available at the state park office as well as any items you may have forgotten to bring such as miscellaneous toiletries and some food items. Highly recommend this park!!

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Burlington Bay Campground
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Burlington Bay Campground

    North shore gem

    Nestled along the North shore of beautiful Lake Superior in the City of Two Harbors, Minnesota. You can rent kayaks, paddle boards or bicycles from local vendors or hike on our paved and unpaved City trail system as you explore the area. You can pick agates, go fishing, or boating or visit one of our local shops and museums. All sites have a picnic table and fire ring. Campground has bathrooms, shower facilities, and Wi-Fi.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dalrymple Park and Campground
    Nov. 4, 2024

    Dalrymple Park and Campground

    Price is right!

    We were happy to find a view site for our 25' RV on the lower loop. Our site had good separation from others. Nice and quiet except for the guy who had to run his toy car up and down the campground road. We were able to walk to town easily and enjoyed exploring Bayfield and the Apostle Island Lakeshore. Electric at the site, water accessible at 2 points within the campground.

  • Adam A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildwood Haven Resort and Campground
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Wildwood Haven Resort and Campground

    Very quiet and a little out of the way

    Stayed here in September for a few days, and occupied site 1 and 2. Sites are  good sized and clean. Our two sites were great, but if I didn't care about being near the lake, I would look at the new sites they put in the wooded area. They were a little more "remote", The clientele mostly consisted of fisherman and bird hunters when I was here, so it seems to attract the more long term stays and not overnighters. The bathroom / shower combination is adequate and is reminiscent of my younger days at summer camp. They have some playground equipment both at the main loop and the wooded loop, this proved to be a lifesaver for my 4 year old. I also found, since this is further from town, it is very dark here and great for star gazing.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground

    North shore gem

    Split rock is a great place to stay on the north shore! Great place to set up base camp and go explore nearby parks and trails! Site come with a picnic table and fire pit and wood is available at the office! Bathrooms and showers are also in the campground.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Boise Brule Campground — Brule River State Forest
    Oct. 3, 2024

    Boise Brule Campground — Brule River State Forest

    Five stars for the location and campsite, two stars for the price, equals four stars

    I 100% agree with Legend Laura about the price of this campground. If it was simply about the location, this would get five plus stars because it's so beautiful! But if you're from out of state, the prices are even more expensive than she indicated previously, so they must have updated them.

    The campsite itself is only $16 which is a bargain! But, if you are out of state like we are, there's also a $15 charge for that. And then, that doesn't include admission to the area, so you pay $11 and change for that. It ended up being about $50 total. That said, we paid it and fully enjoyed it but not sure we would do it again unless we had a Wisconsin sticker. At least to alleviate the $11 charge to get in.

    All of that out of the way, the site itself is absolutely gorgeous. This park has lots of very mature trees and lots of very mature pine trees, making it very quiet. The spaces are quite distant from one another and we didn't hear our neighbors at all. We were at one of the walk-in campsites which I chose on purpose because it was literally on top of the river, we could sit by the river and wade our toes if we wanted to. It had a fire ring, a very short walk to the bathroom, and only a short distance to the car from the site. Maybe 100 ft plus about 30 stairs to get up to the parking level.

    The walk-in sites also double as canoe campsites, so the river is something you can paddle if the water is sufficient to do so. There is a beautiful little picnic area near the bathrooms that sits on the river as well. Vault toilets seemed as clean as they could be, and they are a little fancier than your single vaults. They have stalls and toilet paper!

    I highly recommend if you live in Wisconsin visiting this site as it wouldn't cost much at all. Out of towners, it's a bit more pricey.

  • C N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Presque Isle - Porcupine Mountains State Park
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Presque Isle - Porcupine Mountains State Park

    Nice Location, fairly open fields and not marked well.

    Great location, and has the basics for the camping.  I was in site 44, and most of the sites in the "middle" were more of an open field with a couple of trees.  There were no real clear boundary lines .  If you are looking for a little more shade or tree cover, book a perimeter site.  This is also the first campsite I've been to where the fire pit didn't have a grill grate on part of it.  There is water on site, but it is the hand pump style, so it would help to have a large open container to capture the water.  

    Cell service was really spot (can be a good thing when camping), and I wasn't able to pick up a lot of radio stations either.  Still nice to enjoy the quite dark skies.  Short walk down stairs to Lake Superior which offered some great sunset views.  

    Lots of great hiking trails, and close to a lot of other fun attractions.  I would plan on coming back up here another time, and possible pick a different site after being here.

  • Joslyn H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from George H. Crosby Manitou State Park Campground
    Sep. 24, 2024

    George H. Crosby Manitou State Park Campground

    Great first backpack trip

    This was my first time backpacking and I did it solo. I camped in site 3 and it was gorgeous. Looks like they recently planted some trees. There was plenty of fallen wood nearby for firewood. The river is right there and so beautiful. I slept great to the sound of the rushing water. The latrine was hard to find at first.

  • Irvin N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Foster Falls
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Foster Falls

    Alone in the woods

    8 Mile drive off the main road. Mostly paved, some gravel, but all smooth. We had the place to ourselves. A short walk down to the waterfall. Quiet and serene, towering trees and only a few mosquitoes.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Shipwreck Creek Campground — Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Shipwreck Creek Campground — Split Rock Lighthouse State Park

    Newest MN State Park Campground on the North Shore of Lake Superior

    We have camped there a few times and love the accessibility to Mtn. Bike Trails and bicycle riding on the Gitche Gami State aBike Trail. Close to world class hiking on the Superior Hiking Trail and a few nice easier hikes right in the park.

  • Bella J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Herbster Campground
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Herbster Campground

    Super nice

    We only stayed one night & I wish we could’ve stayed longer, super nice campground right on Lake Superior. We stayed in the wooded sites & those were nice & secluded

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Herbster Campground
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Herbster Campground

    South shore Lakeside

    Site with fire pit (no grate), nice picnic table, and the amazing sound of waves. By late August, direct views of lake is obscured by beach grass but still just as delightful. Sites were close but our neighbors never showed so we lucked out. I loved that as a tent camper, we were placed further away from the RVs and the noises that can go with them. Site 6 was close to the path for all in the rest of the campground to get to the beacb. Nicely tended bathrooms just across the road with showers.

    Wind gusts took our 8 person tent down while we were out during the day. Since it was my first time here, no idea of that kind of wind is typical or if it was the season or day.

    The sunsets were unbeatable!! And we lucked out catching the northern lights our first night.

  • Erin K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground
    Aug. 27, 2024

    Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Campground

    Fabulous Newer Campground with Spacious Sites

    Shipwreck Creek Campground is a great new(er) addition to the Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. All of the sites are large and spacious with interesting rock features and vegetation that adds to the privacy. Facilities are clean and well maintained. All sites are nice, but the loop with the “300’s” sites are the most spacious and interesting.

    The shower house is a lengthy walk; not a problem but consider driving up to it if you have little with. Clean vault toilets throughout the campground are convenient.

    Only bummer is the lack of dump/fill station onsite; park website directs you to fill prior to arrival at the Silver Bay city/municipal shop.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Chequamegon National Forest Day Lake Campground
    Aug. 20, 2024

    Chequamegon National Forest Day Lake Campground

    Wild escape

    Such a hidden gem! The spots were so spacious and private, we found availability on a weekend in August very last minute, and the lake was so peaceful! Seems like it's mostly used for fishing and kayaking and canoeing. Very very quiet area - felt somewhat like boundary waters. Loved that sites had their own water access as well! Just really great for it's price tag as well

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Bay Campground
    Aug. 20, 2024

    Buffalo Bay Campground

    Lakeside casino

    Very RV resort style - pretty close together sites and not a lot of privacy . There are some sites in the back loop that seem more spacious and secluded! The lakeside sites have great views though! And nice showers. We were passing thru and the FCFS campgrounds were all full so this was a fine option close to Bayfield!

  • Kaitlyn K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Herbster Campground
    Aug. 14, 2024

    Herbster Campground

    Super pretty!

    Loved the view. We had a lakeside tent site. Campsites aren’t that spread out. We had a good amount of space but we could easily hear the neighbors and was annoying late at night. There are some outhouses and ADA restrooms/showers. We were 15 minutes from Meyer’s Beach, which was great. Lakeside tent sites are right by the beach. Beach was rocky - bring a pair of crocs or similar shoe if you’re sensitive to the rocks and branches in the sand. Water was cool and felt great!

  • Carissa J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Castle Danger
    Aug. 13, 2024

    Castle Danger

    Well hidden dispersed spot

    This area is definitely off the beaten path. Super skinny road with lots of rocks/hills and puddles coming in. I would recommend a car with 4WD for it and would not suggest pulling a camper unless you have experience bringing it over rough terrain. The sites themselves appeared to not be visited often. I went in early August and a lot of the places were over grown with plants! It was nice to be right by the north shore but in a spot that felt very much secluded. There was also no bugs here which was amazing! Great spot to hang out by a campfire without getting swarmed. You’ll be able to find plenty of wood from the nearby trees for a fire as well.

  • Karla J. B.
    Camper-submitted photo from George H. Crosby Manitou State Park Campground
    Aug. 12, 2024

    George H. Crosby Manitou State Park Campground

    Private, rustic backpacking sites

    Our first time camping in this park. We made base camp and did day hikes from there. Site 7 was near the river, the rushing water was a convenient water source, but was quite loud - this was no calming, babbling brook, lol! We didn’t see any other humans for 2 whole days, which was a plus. The site was large for 2 tents and 2 couples, the latrine was adequate and marked with a sign. We were able to find enough deadfall for firewood. Mosquitoes were horrendous, as expected. The hikes to many of the campsites are strenuous with hilly terrain, some have been washed out and it was unclear how to access some sites. We had a great time with friends. The cascade was gorgeous, and we had it all to ourselves. Unfortunately, we didn’t pack in any fishing gear. This camping trip was a great middle ground between state park camping loops and true back country.

  • Bjoern C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Black Beach Campground
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Black Beach Campground

    Ideal as base to discover north shore, but not nice with a tent

    We were at the part close to the high way. Very noisy. Facilities are clean and well maintained. Sites are note usable by tent. I barely got the tent Ankers in the ground. Mostly RV or trailers. Not that close to the beach.

  • Kathryn B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground
    Aug. 10, 2024

    Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground

    We will be back

    The campsite was clean and well taken care of. My daughter and I tented it. It was so much fun! Just enough privacy to get a “real” camping experience, but not so private that we felt unsafe. It was so nice to not worry about bears!

    We found this amazing picnic and hiking trail super close to the campgrounds in Gooseberry.

    We will be back soon!

  • Brittany M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Point Detour Wilderness Campground
    Jul. 10, 2024

    Point Detour Wilderness Campground

    Quiet Rustic campground

    We camped here over the 4th of July. Our site had a short trail directly to Lake Superior. We arrived mid afternoon on the 4th and there were multiple sites still available. The campground did fill up though. Some sites had grass which had not been cut in quite some time and would make it really difficult to camp, others had the grass cut. Sites had a fire pit and picnic table. The outhouse was a bit messy, but usable.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dalrymple Park and Campground
    Jun. 27, 2024

    Dalrymple Park and Campground

    Ideal for smaller rigs

    Our site overlooked Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands but was a tight fit for our 24' van. Good 30amp electric, water spigot nearby but no dump stations at park.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground
    May. 25, 2024

    Gooseberry Falls State Park Campground

    Good campground in excellent state park

    Camped here on Oct 23-24, 2023. Attempted to camp here 2 years before, in Sept 2021, but the campground was crowded and booked. But there were plenty of sites available during our stay this past October. Camped at site #59 which is very close to the lake and along the Gitchi-Gami State Trail. The campsite was small; included a table and fire ring. Wooded, but close to other sites. Short path in front of the site leads to the lake. Clean vault toilet was a short walk down the campground road. The campground was nice but nothing special. The state park, however, is fantastic. Hiking trails and walking paths lead to great views of the lake and Gooseberry River. There were a few park benches along lake, which provided a great view of the lake during my morning coffee break. Water and restrooms/showers in the campground were shut down for the winter season (flush toilets were available if you drive up to the visitor center). Firewood was not for sale during our visit. I would love to camp here again but during the off-season when it is less crowded.



Guide to Bayfield

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

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Copper Falls State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Loved the hiking and waterfalls. Campsites were big and could hear the stream behind ours."
  • Swimming: Enjoy the beach at Little Sand Bay Recreation Area. A visitor shared, "This campground has a marina and a beach right on Lake Superior."
  • Fishing: Cast a line in the waters around Dalrymple Park and Campground. One reviewer noted, "Great place to stop and tour the towns close by."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the views at Big Bay State Park Campground. A happy camper said, "The island is teeming with life. Deer wandered all over."
  • Clean Facilities: Many appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Herbster Campground remarked, "Nicely tended bathrooms just across the road with showers."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites at Apostle Islands Area RV Park and Camping. One camper mentioned, "The sites are nicely spaced, the base is reddish sandy dirt that tracks."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in the summer. A camper at Copper Falls State Park Campground warned, "Beware of the mosquitoes! They were everywhere in the bathroom."
  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have spotty cell service. A visitor at Big Bay State Park Campground noted, "Little to no cell service, I have US Cellular."
  • First-Come, First-Served: Some campgrounds, like Dalrymple Park and Campground, operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A camper mentioned, "This is a first come first served city campground."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots like Apostle Islands Area RV Park and Camping, where families can enjoy amenities. One parent said, "The unique looking cabins were on the pond and looked to be very convenient for families with children."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to pack games and outdoor gear. A camper at Herbster Campground shared, "We stayed in the wooded sites & those were nice & secluded."
  • Bring Bug Spray: Protect your family from mosquitoes. A visitor at Big Bay State Park Campground advised, "Have bug spray if you hike."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Dalrymple Park and Campground noted, "Our site overlooked Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands but was a tight fit for our 24' van."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Many RVers appreciate campgrounds with full hookups, like Little Sand Bay Recreation Area. One reviewer mentioned, "The campsites had electric hookups and the campground had public showers."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds can get loud, especially during peak season. A visitor at Little Sand Bay Recreation Area said, "The place was packed with large RVs, several of which had drunken, stupidly loud hooting and hollering."

Camping near Bayfield, Wisconsin, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Bayfield, WI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Bayfield, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 113 campgrounds and RV parks near Bayfield, WI and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Bayfield, WI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bayfield, WI is Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping with a 4.4-star rating from 22 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bayfield, WI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Bayfield, WI.

  • What parks are near Bayfield, WI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Bayfield, WI that allow camping, notably Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and Chequamegon-Nicolet NF.