Best Glamping near Eau Claire, WI

Red Cedar Glamping sits along the Red Cedar riverfront, providing glamping accommodations near Eau Claire with two climate-controlled yurts equipped for luxury camping experiences. Located 45 minutes west of Eau Claire in Wisconsin, this well-rated glamping destination features flush toilets, drinking water access, and campfire facilities for evening relaxation. The campsite requires a short walk-in access, maintaining the secluded natural setting while offering clean facilities and well-maintained grounds. Each reservation includes firewood for convenient evening fires under the stars. According to a camper, "The grounds were super clean and the walking path to the river added a nice natural element to our glamping experience."

Lake Wissota State Park Campground, situated on the shores of Lake Wissota, supplements its traditional camping areas with glamping accommodations amid heavily wooded surroundings that create private, secluded sites. The park boasts hiking trails through fern and pine forests, prairie and grassland habitats, and waterfront access for kayaking and canoeing. Boat rentals are available on-site, along with free yard games that can be checked out at the visitor center. The park offers a swimming beach, though some visitors note it may not appeal to all swimmers. One reviewer highlighted, "We discovered the single family bathroom on the South side of that building early on, and that helped us feel more comfortable using facilities during this physical-distancing time."

Best Glamping Sites Near Eau Claire, Wisconsin (15)

    1. Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Jim Falls, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 382-4574

    "It has nice lakeside sites on a bluff above the water and they are fairly well laid out. There is a trial along the bluff connecting the two main loops of the campground."

    "Nice beach that is a walkable distance from the sites. Lots of walking, biking and horse trails that are full of wild berries."

    2. Eagle Ridge Campground

    8 Reviews
    Chippewa Falls, WI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 379-2942

    $38 / night

    "Fire pit and picnic table included. They were flexible on the check out time."

    "If you’ve been anywhere in Minnesota or Wisconsin, you know about all the trees!"

    3. Red Cedar Glamping

    1 Review
    Menomonie, WI
    22 miles
    Website

    $69 - $120 / night

    "With comfortable beds, firewood, firewood starters, and trails, this property has it all. Secluded but close to town. Book them today and leave them a review here!"

    4. Myron County Park

    3 Reviews
    New Auburn, WI
    28 miles
    +1 (715) 658-1726

    "Clean bathrooms and showers. Usually super busy in the summer and big family gatherings, but spots in the back are quiet"

    5. Chippewa County Pine Point Campground

    1 Review
    Cornell, WI
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 726-7882

    "We arrived and didn't think we would fit bit did."

    6. Hixton - Alma Center KOA

    3 Reviews
    Merrillan, WI
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 964-2508

    "The sides are a little close to together and our gravel. We had to use boards to level our rig. There’s a swimming pool and a store and two bath houses."

    "We were coming back from a koa in Minnesota and decided to stop for the night, nice clean campground and a beautiful heated pool. Definitely would go back again"

    7. Pietrek County Park

    2 Reviews
    Galesville, WI
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 538-2311

    "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."

    8. Kruger Campground and Management Unit

    4 Reviews
    Kellogg, MN
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (651) 345-3401

    $14 / night

    "Fire rings have attached grills. Lovely walking trails. Near Lake Pepin. One negative was orange/rusty water from hand pump well. $14 a night!!! We plan to camp there again."

    "Nice and tucked away. Sites are very private. Has beautiful trails. Next to the river great for exploring and fishing."

    9. Wedges Creek Hideaway

    2 Reviews
    Neillsville, WI
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 386-5466

    $25 - $190 / night

    "Our criteria - less than $100, pet friendly and rustic. "

    "From the owner:  Wedges Creek Hideaway is on a double dead end road with several miles of hiking trails, electric hook up, cabins, fully furnished houses, and lots of stars for your next stay in central"

    10. Russell Memorial Park

    4 Reviews
    Merrillan, WI
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 333-7948

    "The waterfront has mostly electric only sites and run very close to size. We have a 28 5th wheel and we're snug. Site said 25 ft but the picture had a 5'er on it so we booked it."

    "Office staff is super friendly. Our site is right on the water... so calm and peaceful. Family friendly. Nice and clean. We saw the sheriff’s deputy drive through a number of times at night."

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  • Mike R.
    Jun. 29, 2023

    Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    Solid Campground with Pizza and Beer close by

    So I love goin to this campground. It has nice lakeside sites on a bluff above the water and they are fairly well laid out. There is a trial along the bluff connecting the two main loops of the campground. Showers and restrooms work, but are showing their age. They are scheduled to be rebuilt in the next couple of years...hopefully. One of the best parts of this is its proximity to breweries. Not talking Lienies, that's generally ok beer, but the Brewing Projekt, that's amazing beer. It's in downtown Eau Claire, but worth the drive. Also, if you want pizza, which is something we like to do on the day we arrive Chippewa Falls has pretty much anything you need within 20 of the campground. Nice hiking and biking trails as well. I've camped here in Spring, Summer and Fall and multiple sites.

  • Jerold H.
    Jul. 21, 2021

    Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    Close to activities, a place to stay

    The park itself is small and non-descript, not photogenic. The trail along the lake is nice for walking - it is a ridge above the lake with some nice views. Otherwise, the campsites were OK. Ours was secondary growth scrub with moderate shade. Others had nicer trees. Not a ton of birdlife. A lot of people staying there appeared to be there for golfing at nearby courses. Proximity to Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls is convenient. We enjoyed using the Old Abe bike trail. An entry point is near the park and there is a parking lot with clean restroom there. The trail goes for miles in either direction and is paved and well maintained.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 2, 2025

    Wedges Creek Hideaway

    Rustic Glamping - exactly what we were looking for

    This is a diamond in the rough - exactly what we wanted on our journey.  Our criteria - less than $100, pet friendly and rustic. 

    This is a sawmill that has it all - they run the mill when needed, but also have primitive cabins (where we stayed), full cabins with in house bath, electric RV/tent camping and more. Even wood fired pizzas with homemade crust most nights of the week and sometimes live music!

    We were in cabin #3 - rustic.  Yes - it did have heat!  A little ceramic heater had it so toasty when it was 30 degrees outside we actually turned it off - so it's sure to please on chilly nights.  The interior was amazing - lumber that I'm sure came from the mill and ceiling planks that were gorgeous - left over planks from many years ago, stored in a shed and re-purposed for the cabin. The bed was very comfortable with clean sheets and squishy (in a good way) pillows. A small covered front porch and we just parked in front.

    Bathroom - if you are in a cabin without a bath, it's very nearby. One of the largest, cleanest bathrooms I've seen.  He built it himself. Women's had 2 sinks with a large vanity area, about 3 stalls (very large - you don't have to squish into them) and two very large shower stalls with full doors - not shower curtains. Heated as well.

    Pets - easy pet policy. Just let the owner know and it's no problem as long as you are responsible, pick up after them and leash them when necessary.  Just a small charge for them and they were very welcomed here.

    He even has event space indoors (heated) and outdoors for weddings and such.  And hiking trails (6 miles) if you choose to take on the outdoors.

    The owner plans on adding saunas and a hot tub in the near future - so this would be the place to drop for a while if you want something out of the norm, peaceful, rustic and relaxing. It's off the main road, behind a field in Amish Country.  Lovely place to stay for the night. Very quiet.

  • D
    Jul. 11, 2021

    Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    Beautiful family campground

    Beautiful shaded campground with semi private sites. Nice beach that is a walkable distance from the sites. Lots of walking, biking and horse trails that are full of wild berries. Several stairways down to the lake, no beach at these spots but good for taking the dog in the water since they aren’t allowed on the beach. Wonderful staff in the visitor center. Firewood and ice sold on site. Also boat rentals and free yard games that can be checked out at the visitor center. Clean bathrooms with showers. Lots of boat noise from the lake and a plane noise from a nearby airport. Close to Chippewa Falls for restaurants and stores. A great family destination, not so great for a peaceful couples weekend.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 28, 2019

    Pietrek County Park

    Nice little county park

    This was an interesting little campground sandwiched between the road and the Trempealeau River. The backstory on the park is that the gentleman who originally owned the land had asked that when he died that it be preserved as a wildlife area. His death came much sooner than anyone thought, and the family worked with the county to donate the land to the county as a park. There are about six tent only sites set back near the river, with three of them in close proximity to each other (I think it is used as a group camping area). When I was there the sites were poorly maintained and only had two fire pits and tables for all six sites combined. There are 25ish RV type sites with either just electric or electric and water. Some of these sites are set up back to back in an open field, which is not very appealing. The grass had been let to grow very long before the recent cutting, so it was like walking through freshly mown hay. There is a horse arena (very muddy when I was there), and it looks like you can camp with your horses on the edge of the RV area. The showers were really nice and fairly new.

  • J
    Jan. 6, 2025

    Wedges Creek Hideaway

    Off the beaten path!

    From the owner:  Wedges Creek Hideaway is on a double dead end road with several miles of hiking trails, electric hook up, cabins, fully furnished houses, and lots of stars for your next stay in central Wisconsin!  We host weddings and family events along with our popular brick oven pizza and live music weekends in the summer.  Check our our schedule, book ahead and come unwind with us!

  • Natasha G.
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    Pristine setting

    This campground/park is so beautiful. The campsites are all private and secluded. We really enjoyed that it was all so unspoiled, yet all the areas/paths were well cared for and clean. We brought our dogs and they had a blast too. My only complaint is about the campers who had our site before us. They pulled out of site 111 at 3:10 on Friday the 24th of July and left the site like a pigsty. The fire pit was filled to the rim with garbage; including dirty diapers and underwear filled with poop. It was disgusting. If people don’t know how to clean up after themselves, they shouldn’t camp. Stay home.

  • Beth D.
    Jul. 12, 2020

    Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    Great Fourth of July Site for 3 Day Stay

    We took site 87 for two separate tents, 2 vehicles, and an EZ-up over the table, and we really enjoyed it.  That site is very private with a nice hook in the clearing in the woods that made us feel isolated from the camp road, yet we were close to the water pump and to the back walkway into the bath house area.  We discovered the single family bathroom on the South side of that bldg early on, and that helped us feel more comfortable using facilities during this physical-distancing time.  

    I wondered if the sites closest to the water have any access, but not sure.  The boat dock and beach launch for kayaks is close by car, and we used it twice.  You can also access the water via a 0.5m walk or by bikes on the main car road.  Lovely waters - if you paddle North towards the park shoreline, there are shady places to tie up under white willow trees, or to land and use secluded tie-up points just South of the beach area.  Further North of the beach gets busy with power boats taking off for the big waters of the lake, but worth exploring that shoreline too.  If you paddle south, it's a more calm section with private shorelines but terrific sunset views.

  • Matthew J.
    Aug. 29, 2019

    Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    Beautiful

    Camped at Lake Wissota for 3 days. First time there and really liked it. Nice private sites and the beach looked great but it was too cold for swimming. Got in a canoe ride before the rain. No bugs I guess it was too cool. Bath house in bad need of updating which they're planning on but I've been in worse. Awesome park rangers. Did some local site seeing and I highly recommend lunch in Cornell at Dylan's Dairy. Had the best breakfast at Kelly Grill in Stanley across from the old depot. Nice get away despite the rain.


Guide to Eau Claire

The Eau Claire area sits at the confluence of the Eau Claire and Chippewa rivers, creating a landscape of rolling hills, diverse forests, and abundant waterways. Winters can drop below 0°F while summer temperatures hover in the 70-80°F range. The region contains several glamping options including climate-controlled yurts that bridge the gap between tent camping and cabin accommodations.

What to do

Hiking through diverse ecosystems: Lake Wissota State Park offers trails through multiple habitat types. "We went on a 5-mile hike through fern and pine forests, prairie and grassland habitats, and an abandoned beaver pond," notes Julie P., highlighting the ecological diversity available to hikers.

River activities: The Chippewa River provides opportunities for tubing and kayaking. Anna from Eagle Ridge Campground shares, "It is a great place to stay if you want to float down the Chippewa River, Loopy's the bar in town will shuttle you to and from the campsite and drop you off with their tubes at the river!"

Wildlife viewing: Kruger Campground features riverfront access perfect for nature observation. Nick G. explains: "Sites are very private. Has beautiful trails. Next to the river great for exploring and fishing."

Winter camping options: Some campgrounds in the region operate year-round, including Lake Wissota State Park Campground, which maintains its camping season through winter months. The park maintains plowed access roads during snowy conditions.

What campers like

Private, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the secluded feel of sites in the area. At Kruger Campground, Neen K. notes, "This is a well maintained campground with private feeling sites. Some with firewood provided. Fire rings have attached grills."

Waterfront access: Russell Memorial Park offers shoreline camping opportunities. Robert W. explains: "The camp has a lot of long term sites on the waterfront so getting on one usually gets you into spring and camping. The waterfront has mostly electric only sites."

Clean facilities: Attention to bathroom cleanliness is frequently mentioned in reviews. At Eagle Ridge Campground, Beth B. notes that "Bathhouse clean...decent rec area for kids including sand volleyball court," highlighting the well-maintained amenities.

Budget-friendly options: Several campgrounds offer affordable rates. Rachel A. describes Kruger Campground as "beautiful, secluded, affordable... and only $17," making it accessible for campers on a budget.

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: The camping season varies significantly between properties. Myron County Park operates from "May 15 to Oct 15" while other sites like Chippewa County Pine Point Campground has a longer season from "1st week of May to last week October."

Site dimensions matter: Many campgrounds have tight spaces for larger rigs. David G. advises about Pine Point: "Others are quite small and tight for big rigs. Their measurements on their website are accurate. We arrived and didn't think we would fit but did."

Yurt camping options: For those interested in yurt camping near Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Wedges Creek Hideaway offers this unique accommodation. Amy G. describes it as "a diamond in the rough... rustic glamping - exactly what we were looking for."

Varying levels of privacy: Site spacing differs widely between campgrounds. Justin S. notes at Pietrek County Park: "Nice big tent sites down by the river. Walking trails were nice but recommend pants as the grass was long in spots."

Tips for camping with families

Free recreational activities: Lake Wissota offers complimentary equipment for family activities. Donella L. mentions, "Also boat rentals and free yard games that can be checked out at the visitor center."

Kid-friendly water access: Several campgrounds offer swimming areas appropriate for children. Hannah E. notes about Lake Wissota: "Beach is nice, even better that they have a separate beach area for your leashed dog!"

Multi-day hiking options: For families who enjoy exploring, Russell Memorial Park connects to trail systems. Juliana R. explains: "We stayed with a group for Memorial weekend. We have such a great time... great ATV access."

Special event spaces: Russell Memorial Park features areas designed for group gatherings. Stacey N. describes it as a "lovely county park with lots of campsites. Office staff is super friendly. Our site is right on the water... so calm and peaceful. Family friendly."

Tips from RVers

Starlink connectivity: Some campgrounds offer excellent satellite internet reception. Whistle P. from Eagle Ridge notes: "If you've been anywhere in Minnesota or Wisconsin, you know about all the trees! This campground has a large grassy area - that gives a 100% obstruction for Starlink."

RV site selection: At many campgrounds, specific sites work better for larger rigs. Megan R. advises about Russell Memorial Park: "Some sites are tight, so make sure that you drive around the campground before picking a site."

Bathroom proximity considerations: When selecting an RV site without full hookups, bathroom location becomes important. Beth D. from Lake Wissota shares, "We discovered the single family bathroom on the South side of that building early on, and that helped us feel more comfortable using facilities."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Eau Claire, WI is Lake Wissota State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 35 reviews.

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