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LegendBailey Park in Wabasha MN
Small campground in the City of Wabasha MN
Small basic campground in Wabasha MN. Mostly permanent sites. There is a dog park directly next to the campground.
Dog-Friendly Camping near Ellsworth, WI
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Willow River State Park Campground in Hudson permits pets throughout its camping areas with electric hookups, firewood availability, and reservable sites. Hoffman City Park in River Falls extends its pet-friendly policy across tent and RV camping zones, though dogs must be leashed at all times on the property. Highland Ridge Campground offers spacious, shaded sites for pets and their owners, with reviewers noting the tremendous spacing between campsites creates natural privacy without fence barriers. The park's friendly staff and hosts provide a welcoming environment for campers traveling with animals. Nugget Lake County Park provides pet-friendly camper cabins with two rooms, including a sleeping room with bunk beds and a front room equipped with mini-fridge and basic appliances. Campground data and reviews near Ellsworth, Wisconsin is regularly updated on The Dyrt.
Most pet-friendly campgrounds near Ellsworth require dogs to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside designated off-leash areas. Sites with larger spacing like Highland Ridge prove ideal for camping with pets, as the considerable distance between neighbors minimizes barking conflicts. The campground's forest canopy provides ample shade during summer months, keeping pets comfortable during hot weather. Clean shower facilities appear standard across most pet-friendly locations, with Highland Ridge's facilities being cleaned daily before 6 AM. Treasure Island RV Park features designated pet exercise areas with grassy zones specifically for walking dogs—a welcome feature since the main camping area consists primarily of gravel. Bay City Campground offers water access for dogs that enjoy swimming, with tent sites situated in quiet areas ideal for campers concerned about noise sensitivity in their pets.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Ellsworth (85)
1. Frontenac State Park Campground
"Quiet, pretty hiking trails, nice people, close to home but tucked away enough to be away from everything"
"The ranger station was small and charming, stocked with board games to rent, and it’s clear the staff cares about creating a positive camping experience."
from $24 - $75 / night
Check Availability2. Willow River State Park Campground
"Campsites are pretty private except to people walking the trails. The falls are gorgeous!! Great for swimming when the water is not too high."
"There is a newly filled lake after the reconstruction of the dam. This is a non motorized lake for paddling, swimming and fishing."
3. Afton State Park Campground
"It is also next to Afton Ski resort. This park has a lot of beautiful prairie landscape with some temperate forest features. Wildflowers, shrubs, fungi, evergreens, and deciduous trees."
"Afton state park is a 1700 acre park just outside Woodbury that has excellent river views from the campground."
from $22 - $85 / night
Check Availability4. Highland Ridge
"T-mobile service is almost non-existent depending on location. The showers and bathrooms were spotless. Firewood is available at several roadside stands just outside the entrance."
"Came here without a reservation while driving cross country. It is only a few miles from the highway but is a beautiful and quiet, natural environment with lots of trees."
from $24 - $280 / night
Check Availability5. Hoffman City Park
"There is a dumping station at the exit. There are no fire pits, bring your own. Great wooded hiking trails."
"Right next to the freeway, so you will hear that at night. There are a lot of restaurant options near by if you don’t want to cook."
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability6. Tresure Island RV Park
"We have dogs so the fact that it’s all asphalt and rock is a bit of a bummer but we are close to the exercise area and they do love little walks."
"No grassy areas so if you have animals you need to walk a bit to get to the grass"
7. Highland Ridge - Eau Galle Reservoir
"Great for hiking and kayaking/canoeing is near by."
"Stayed middle of the week found local firewood from farms nearby. Also a creamery is a short drive from camp."
8. Nugget Lake County Park
"The trails and playgrounds are really nice. The bathrooms are heated. The showers are pay showers."
"Nice grass trails. Looked like a decent playground."
9. Haycreek Valley Campground
"Nice campground outside of Red Wing, MN with a bar/restaurant and other features. Access to trials for bikes and horses. I stayed in the horse camp without a horse but it was a nice area."
"Our standard water hose and electrical cord wouldn’t reach so we ended up backing up the hill to get next to the water and filled our tank for the weekend."
10. Bay City Campground
from $25 - $2500 / night
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Drive Time
- 49 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 1 hr 4 min from Rochester, MN
- 1 hr 4 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 1 hr 52 min from Mankato, MN
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Ellsworth, WI
642 Reviews of 85 Ellsworth Campgrounds
Janet R.LegendInterstate State Park Campground
Expeditions at Interstate!
This is a state park on the Wisconsin side of the St Croix River, which is mirrored by a comparable but smaller state park in Minnesota on the wrst side of the river, both being part of the wild and scenic St Croix National Waterway. Although the campsites themselves are pretty run of the mill, the setting is spectacular in terms of breathtaking scenery, and myriad outdoor activities from rock climbing in the river gorge, paddling the river, hiking miles of trails, and learning geology at the Ice Age geology visitors center. If you are tenting camping, the south loop is great, and if you pick campsite 65 or 67 you will have direct access to the river which is peaceful and good for paddle opportunities. There are picnic areas with swimming along the river which is nice for group gatherings, and one is designated for folks with pets. Some of the rugged hiking trails along the bluffs and cliffs go right along the edge with minimal guard rails or walls, so keep a close eye on kids and pets because going over the edge is a possibility so utmost caution is advised.
Beth B.LegendDakotah Meadows RV Park
Quiet and safe
Small little campground next to large casino. We lucked out and were able to stay 2 nights without reservations….only had to move because they were fully booked for the 4th…large concert event happening across the street. You will need to call early in the day to talk to office staff…who are very friendly. If after hours and there are no spots, you can dry dock in large lot in front of office. There is fuel on site as well as RV wash station. Bath house and laundry and card controlled ($5 card deposit on check in)…well maintained facilities. Dog park available, watch a few spots in fence near bottom where fencing has risen up…little dogs could easily climb under. Very convenient for visiting Minneapolis…25/30 minutes from airport/Mall of America (Aquarium) and Security patrols regularly and there is shuttle if you want to visit casino. Pool at hotel is not included. Golf attraction is being completed next door so there was some construction traffic during day as expected.
Jennifer H.
GuideTresure Island RV Park
Crowded park, nice people
We were here for a night to see a concert at the amphitheater and everyone was super friendly. It was easy to check in, and we were able to do laundry and shower which was great. It’s mostly gravel but they have some tent sites on the grass. They are dog friendly and have some grassy areas to walk your pets which was great.
Christine H.
TravelerSt Croix Casino and Hotel RV Park
Amazing
Staying here currently & they have been very accommodating, friendly & flexible. Water & electric hookup but no sewer however there is a dump station, a bathhouse with real toilets & nice showers. Pretty quiet for being so close to the main highway. My cats are able to free roam the property & my dog can be tied up outside. Usually pretty nice neighbors too.
- KKrissie S.
ScoutSt. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
No pets allowed unfortunately
We called for an RV site but they don't allow pets.
- SShari M.Guide
St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
Top Shelf
Beautiful, spacious, trees but open. Nice trails, clean restrooms, level sites. No alcohol allowed and no pets! Fire rings, sturdy picnic table. Electric and water.
I made reservations online and when we arrived they said I had reserved a place at Elmo Lake which was 20 miles away. Same 2 county facilities but different campgrounds. Oops my bad. Different addresses!
- SSuzanne B.Traveler
Lebanon Hills Regional Park
Great Campground
We just found this campground in September and this year we've been there 3 times and we live in Montana, there's no place I'd rather stay. It has nice clean bathrooms and it's a great place to walk your pets, they do have 3 different areas to camp but we always use the full hook-ups
The people at check-in are always so friendly, and very helpful.
lots of things in the area to do, and the "city" isn't that far to drive to.
Ashley K.ScoutTresure Island RV Park
It’s a parking lot…
We are here for a show at the casino and thought it would be fun to bring the camper down and glamp for the weekend. It is just a parking lot but the sites are all pull through and there is plenty of room between sites and ours was perfectly level.
We have dogs so the fact that it’s all asphalt and rock is a bit of a bummer but we are close to the exercise area and they do love little walks. It also seems to be controlling some of the normal bad pet parent behavior we see at even parks. Like letting the dogs run with out leashes or tethering them all day to bark at everything.
The sites do not have fire rings but there are some community ones and it appears the other campers brought their own smokeless fire pits to use.
There is a shuttle to the casino and at 7pm folks seemed to clear out to head over. It was honestly one of the quietest campgrounds we’ve been to on a Friday night.
The bath house is newer and super clean- not a single creepy spider web in any corners.
On Verizon I have full bars so we haven’t tried the park WiFi but we’ve been able to use our chrome cast and two iPads off my cell phone with zero issues. Because it’s in a river valley the air tv single is terrible so we are glad to have the chrome cast with us- since the forecast called for a raining day.
Guide to Ellsworth
Pet friendly camping near Ellsworth, Wisconsin offers campers wooded sites with access to multiple hiking trails and water features. The area sits in the rolling hills of western Wisconsin with elevations ranging from 680 to 1,200 feet above sea level. Most campgrounds in the region operate from April through October, with several remaining open year-round for winter camping opportunities.
What to do
Hiking at multiple skill levels: Frontenac State Park Campground features trails along bluffs overlooking Lake Pepin. "This is one of the more picturesque MN state parks with incredible views of the Mississippi and Lake Pepin. The trails are in the bluffs along the Mississippi River too," notes reviewer Jason S.
Water activities on small lakes: Highland Ridge - Eau Galle Reservoir offers canoeing and kayaking opportunities on a small, motor-restricted lake. "Great for hiking and kayaking/canoeing is near by," says David E., while another camper mentions the "beautiful park within the woods" makes it ideal for nature enthusiasts.
Disc golf near campsites: Hoffman City Park includes a disc golf course within the campground boundaries. "The park has a few playgrounds, skate park, disc golf, and clean bathrooms," reports Kristen L., who appreciated the range of activities available without leaving the campground property.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Highland Ridge receives consistent praise for well-spaced sites with natural barriers. "All sites are gravel/dirt, and most are very generous in size," notes reviewer Lee D., who also appreciated that "all sites are wooded with trees providing separation/privacy between sites."
Clean facilities with early maintenance: Several campers note the exceptional cleanliness of bathrooms at Highland Ridge. "The shower was great– warm water and great flow... especially appreciated the fact that they were cleaned daily before 6 am, a shout out to the camp host!" remarks Lee D.
Camper cabins for pet owners: Nugget Lake County Park offers pet-friendly camper cabins with multiple rooms. "The camper cabins are really nice. They have two rooms, a sleeping room and a front room. The sleeping room has 2 bunk beds. The front room has a mini fridge, coffeemaker, toaster, microwave, and a futon," explains Shelly E.
What you should know
Pet exercise areas vary widely: Some campgrounds designate specific areas for dog walking. At Tresure Island RV Park, "They are dog friendly and have some grassy areas to walk your pets which was great," notes Jennifer H., though she also mentions "It's mostly gravel."
Seasonal water availability: Water access points may be limited or non-functional depending on the season. At Afton State Park, one camper warns: "None of the water faucets or water pumps on the trails at Afton State Park are working. The good news is you can fill up on cold drinking water at the visitor center before trekking around the park's beautiful hiking trails!"
Leash requirements enforced: Dogs must remain leashed at all campgrounds in the area. Most parks restrict leashes to 6 feet maximum length, and some like Hoffman City Park specify that "dogs must be leashed at all times on the property."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds at multiple campgrounds: Hoffman City Park features extensive play areas. "Nice place to stay overnight with kids for a reasonable rate. Great playground area for kids to play," says Anna, while another camper mentioned "Tir Angels playground, sand volleyball, frisbee golf, and a semi pro baseball field all located with in the grounds!"
Budget-friendly with basic amenities: Most family campgrounds in the area keep costs reasonable. "For $20/night this is a fantastic place to stop and explore the area!" notes Kristen L. about Hoffman City Park, which offers clean bathrooms and multiple recreation options.
Water-based recreation options: Several parks offer swimming or paddling opportunities for families. "Less than an hour drive from Minneapolis this is a good get away. As expected it has many walk trails. Highlight of this location is beach which is nice for swim and sun bath," writes Alison about Afton State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site positioning challenges: Willow River State Park Campground has some sites with unique positioning issues. "We stayed at Site 133 and found it to be fairly spacious. One downside was that there's a trail running just behind the site, and several campers cut through our area to access it, which disrupted the sense of privacy," reports Maria D.
Electric hookups without water: Many campgrounds offer electric but lack water connections. "This campground has electric but not water hook up. There is a dumping station at the exit," notes Mary H. about Hoffman City Park, which is typical of many area campgrounds.
Highway noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience road noise. "This campground is literally adjacent to the highway. You will hear it all night," warns Jason W. about Hoffman City Park, while Maria D. noted highway noise was "noticeable in the evenings" at Willow River State Park.
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