Best Dispersed Camping near Eau Galle Lake
Dispersed camping options near Eau Galle Lake, Wisconsin include Sandy Cove on the St. Croix River, accessible only by foot via hike-in or walk-in routes. This primitive site features an open-air vault toilet, fire ring, and wheelchair-accessible picnic table. Located along the Ice Age Trail, the site provides both crushed gravel paths and single-track footpaths with proximity to Lions Park. The site requires a permit but remains free of charge, with policies allowing alcohol, fires, and pets.
The nearby Zumbro Bottoms State Forest in Minnesota offers additional primitive camping opportunities. Located off a low-maintenance dirt road, this area is best accessed from the south as the northern gate by the river bridge is sometimes closed. A review notes "a parking spot near a known dispersed camping site with easy vehicle access next to it" with hiking trails passing through the area. Both locations provide rustic experiences with minimal amenities, making them suitable for campers seeking solitude rather than services.
