Campgrounds near Fall Creek, Wisconsin offer diverse camping opportunities within the glacial terrain of west-central Wisconsin. The area sits at approximately 900 feet above sea level in the Chippewa Valley with several water bodies including Lake Eau Claire, Lake Wissota, and the Eau Claire River. Fall temperatures typically range from 40-70°F in September and October, making it ideal for late season camping with reduced crowds.
What to do
Water activities at Lake Wissota: Lake Wissota State Park Campground offers a beach for swimming and water access points for boaters. According to a visitor, "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."
Creek tubing at O'Neil Creek: O'Neil Creek Campground features a natural creek that serves as a family-friendly water feature. A camper notes, "The natural creek that doubles as a lazy river is great. There is a creek flowing through it to tube, swim and even kayak. Rentals available."
Trail exploration at Coon Fork: Coon Fork Campground offers nature trails around a motor-free lake. A visitor describes, "Coon Fork is always a great experience! Two great beaches on a small, no-motor lake with a large campground and several nature trails."
What campers like
Privacy between campsites: Lake Wissota State Park Campground provides wooded sites with natural separation. One camper explains, "We selected site 67E online based on the campsite map and photo provided on the online reservation site. While all of the sites were very private - lots of trees and underbrush between, this one and 65E were ideally situated for dual sites."
Quiet camping near the Eau Claire River: Harstad Park offers spacious, rustic sites with river access. A reviewer states, "Harstad is get away camping. Right on the Eau Claire River with canoe kayak access. A great shallow creek for kids to explore. 29 sites mostly separated by trees and brush."
Clean facilities at Crystal Lake: Crystal Lake Campground maintains well-kept grounds with waterfront access. A camper reports, "We camped here almost all summer. Tons of things to do. Kids playground, golf course right next door, great bathrooms with running water. Large sites with trees for shade!"
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the area operate from spring to fall. Pine Harbor Campground runs from "May 1 to Oct 15" according to their listing information.
Cost variations: Basic sites at Harstad Park cost less than full-service campgrounds. A camper notes, "It has reduced rate for weekly stays. No ranger on site, so you have to request firewood for purchase the day before."
Wildlife presence: Many campgrounds have active wildlife. At Lake Wissota, a camper reported, "Very woodsy! Mosquitoes, gnats, and bugs galore. Beach is nice, even better that they have a seperate beach area for your leashed dog!"
Water quality concerns: Some water areas have maintenance issues. One visitor to Lake Wissota mentioned, "It was a very nice campground, it is a very big campground. Unfortunately the beach is not very clean and there are ground bees on the trail."
Tips for camping with families
Best family-friendly campgrounds: Stoney Creek RV Resort offers numerous activities specifically designed for children. A visitor shares, "This campground is definitely at the top of the list. The sites are huge almost state park like with ample room for your kids to play. Lots of activities on the weekend on top of the bounce pillow, pool, lagoon, skate park, volleyball, and basketball court."
Motor-free lake options: Coon Fork Campground restricts motorized watercraft, making it safer for families with young children. A camper notes, "No outboard motors allowed on this lake. Canoe and rowboat rentals are available at the office. Great private campsites."
Supervised water activities: Some campgrounds offer monitored water features for safer play. At Stoney Creek RV Resort, there are "a mini golf course and a swimming pool on site. Stoney Creek is a fun place to bring the whole family. It might be a perfect place to bring a first-time camper to ease them into the experience."
Tips from RVers
Electric service details: Eagle Ridge Campground provides full hookups with good connectivity. One RVer reported, "If you've been anywhere in Minnesota or Wisconsin, you know about all the trees! As other reviews mention, this campground has a large grassy area - that gives a 100% clear obstruction for Starlink."
Site selection for larger rigs: Several campgrounds accommodate larger RVs but site selection matters. At Eagle Ridge Campground, "Sites would have been very close together if they were all in use but many were empty during my visit. Walking path to an area that overlooks the Chippewa River was nice."
Facility access: Bathroom and shower facilities vary significantly between campgrounds. Pine Harbor Campground accommodates visitor preferences: "Stopped for a one night stay on a cross country motorcycle trip. Very reasonable price for a tent with electric site. Asked to near the facilities and they did not disappoint."
