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Cabin camping near Frederic, Wisconsin includes options like Wild River State Park Campground and Big Rock Creek, with cabin campgrounds ranging from rustic to deluxe depending on the location. Wild River provides electricity and heat in their camper cabins situated along the St. Croix River, with decks facing into the woods and ravine. "The camper cabins at Wild River are located just above the St. Croix River. Our cabin had electricity and heat, no plumbing. Excellent fire ring for cooking," noted one visitor. Most cabins feature fire rings, picnic tables, and nearby toilet facilities, though bathrooms with running water may require a walk from some locations.
Options range from rustic and deluxe cabins depending on the location. Lily Springs Regenerative Farm offers tent and cabin accommodations with minimal amenities but high ratings from previous guests. Wild River State Park's camper cabins can be reserved year-round, though some guests note the proximity between units: "My only complaint about the site is how close the cabins are together, but the fact that the decks face into the woods and ravine is very peaceful." Pet policies vary by location - while Wild River and St. Croix River Resort allow pets in some cabins, Big Rock Creek prohibits them in their accommodations.
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels, though bed frames and mattresses are typically provided. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations - some offer only outdoor fire rings with cooking grates while others might include basic indoor cooking equipment. According to one review, Wild River cabins feature "excellent fire rings for cooking" but no indoor plumbing. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations, with Wild River charging $6 per bundle. The campground office at Wild River sells basic supplies including fire starters and beverages, though selection is limited. Visitors planning extended stays should bring groceries and supplies from larger towns before arrival.
"The camper cabins at Wild River are located just above the St. Croix River. Our cabin seemed to be at a trailhead to the river, which we took advantage of."
"It was very buggy so we got a screen tent. Nicely shaded site as well. Not far from the water station and pit toilet."
from $23 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Multiple restrooms and showers throughout the campgrounds. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table and wood can be purchased at the office."
"This park has a ton of camping available, particularly if you don't need electricity and have a smaller rig because then you can get into more of the campground loops."
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"We camped at William O’Brien State Park November 1-4, 2022. We were taking advantage of some unseasonably warm days, and we are so glad we did. This park is beautiful!"
"The picnic table and fire ring was great. We had an electrical hookup and the bathrooms were really clean. Great trails in the park too."
from $25 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Felt nice to spend a weekend without cell service about an hour away from home. Forgot to take my usual photos and video of the site all set up but had a few random to share. Nice campground."
"Croix State Park. This campground has a handful of electric sites and a modern restroom and shower. The sites here are very open and there is little trees or shrubs."
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"The campsites are large enough (despite the snow) to set up suitable winter tents, and each site has a picnic table and fire pit. In the park, there's a lot of ice climbing and cross country skiing."
"Nice well maintained State Park."
from $24 - $80 / night
Check Availability"We stayed here with my extended family in a couple of cabins. It is nice and wooded. The pool is indoors which is nice and has drawbacks. It is a good sized pool."
"We stayed at the Resort for 3 nights nice and shady huge playground for kids indoor pool volleyball net lots of water near by getting in and out is easy nice wide roads Wi-Fi was pretty poor at are spot"
from $999 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $5 - $25 / night
Check Availability"Both the White Pine Meadow and the Lakeside Serenity sites are amazing and large. We wound up staying at the Lakeside site, which has a nice view of Mud Lake and one of the herds of goats."
from $70 / night
Check Availability"This is a very nice RV Park. There’s plenty of sites and they appear to be expanding. Sites are fairly spread out. Easy loop system makes this campground very easy to navigate through."
GuideMany activities throughout the day for the family. Kids enjoyed the pool. The store has a nice selection of items for sale. Firewood is $8 a bundle.
The campsites are close but there is enough trees between sites to make it seem like you are not so close.
There are atvs and utvs but at night they are not moving around.
TravelerI arrived after the campgrounds closed I was welcomed and was very happy to be accepted
TravelerA ranger does nightly rounds of the camps
RangerI’m still a little miffed that this was a county campground—it’s better than some state (non-MN) campgrounds I’ve been to. Unfortunately I only had one quick night here, but it was a quiet, relaxing stay.
There is a dump station and playground, but I didn’t come across a bathhouse when walking the inner campground loop—it’s likely I just missed it. I had poor cell service with Verizon, but it was good enough to text although web browsing was a bit slow. Be aware there is also an additional $7/day vehicle fee required upon entry, which is not included in the price of your campsite. It can be paid at the visitors center and I believe there is a kiosk if you arrive after hours.
My only complaint was the 5 piles of very large dog excrement in my campsite, which says more about the previous campers, but it was prevalent enough that I found myself wishing the park staff had cleaned it up.
ScoutHad a great time. Dan & Lisa friendly and accommodating. Clean and roomy sites for just opening they’re doing well. Can’t wait until next time
ScoutThe campground is nice and has more woods/bushes and more privacy than the other two campgrounds in the park. The bathroom/showers were relatively clean and functioned well with nice hot showers. The electric sites functioned as expected but, they all seem very well used. Not much in the way of grass (bit of a drought at the time) and lots of little bits of garbage all over our campsite. All the electrical sites were occupied while we were there and a lot of the other sites near the modern bathroom were occupied. If you want privacy and a less worn campsite I would suggest booking a non-electrical site further away from modern bathroom. Oh, another plus water from spigots around campground was good.
GuideWas a nice place. I didn’t see any truly private sites. All are stacked on top of each others. I didn’t look around too much, it was just a quick overnight stop.
GuideStayed for two nights when I worked at concerts in Somerset. Was very impressed with how private the sites are. There is Good tree cover in between each site. There is nothing to do for kids, if that’s important for you….I didn’t look around too much, just a walk around the loops. But I want to go back again. Beautiful and clean is how I’d describe in 2 words.
ScoutThere are NO sewer hookups and they charge you$40 per dump fee. Should be included when you pay$600 a month to stay here. Theres no laundry on site. You have to drive 20 mins one way to do laundry. There is only ONE restroom and shower house there are porta potties placed all around to use instead. They also CLOSED the only shower house on a FRIDAY for remodeling the counter tops. If they charged less to stay here I’d say it’s ok but for what they charge and saying they are non-profit makes it suspiciously convenient to slap a veteran camp on their sign to make you feel special. Meanwhile everything is a fee. Extra charge. Won’t be staying again.
Camping cabins near Frederic, Wisconsin provide convenient access to the St. Croix River Valley, where wooded landscapes transition from oak savannas to pine forests. Located approximately 70 miles northeast of Minneapolis-St. Paul, this area features numerous state parks within a 40-mile radius of Frederic. Winter temperatures can drop below zero, while summer highs typically reach the upper 70s to mid-80s Fahrenheit, creating distinct seasonal camping experiences.
Hiking river trails: Wild River State Park offers extensive trail systems ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. "We spent an entire day hiking and it was decent hiking along the river, some of the trails where a little confusing and trying to figure out where we at, but we made it just hiked a little further than we wanted to!" notes a visitor to Wild River State Park Campground.
Stargazing: Some campgrounds have designated areas for night sky viewing. "The star gazing area was great! Intermittently had 1-2 bars of T-Mobile with LTE Internet. Wi-Fi is available at the park entrance," reports a camper who stayed at Wild River State Park.
Water recreation: Many parks offer equipment rentals for water activities. At Big Rock Creek, "It was nice to have kayaks and paddle boards to try for free, but everything else is a charge." Summer water levels affect paddling conditions, with early summer typically providing higher water levels for kayaking.
Historical exploration: Several parks feature preserved historical sites. One visitor to Banning State Park Campground shares, "Hike along the Quarry Loop Trail for some interesting facts about the old quarry and stone workers. The ruins are worth an explore for sure! We went a little off trail and went down from the hells gate trail to the portage trail along the river."
Privacy between sites: Campgrounds vary in spacing and vegetation barriers. "The campground was very nice. The sites are private, couldn't see any neighbors as there are a lot of trees. The park rangers were very helpful and informative," mentions a camper at Wild River State Park.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Various animals are commonly spotted throughout the region. "We saw sooooo many deer some even walking right through campsites! You can hear coyotes, raccoons and very loud owls," reports another Wild River State Park visitor.
Winter camping options: Some campgrounds remain open year-round with specific winter amenities. A visitor to William O'Brien State Park shares their winter experience: "The moon was very bright that night so visibility was excellent. We walked some trail through a frozen marsh landscape and happened upon a railroad that passed above our trail with a beautiful tunnel-overpass."
Accessibility to trails: Many campgrounds offer direct trail access without requiring driving. At St. Croix State Park's Old Logging Trail campground, a visitor notes, "Clean, fairly private sites. Easy to get in and out. Walk in sites available. Canoe outfitters in park during most of the summer. A great way to spend a weekend."
Bug preparedness: Insects can be problematic, especially in early summer. "It was very buggy, so be prepared for that. I can't wait to go back so I can explore more of the park!" shares a camper at Old Logging Trail campground.
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly by location. At St. Croix State Park, "Cell service is incredibly spotty on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Depending on where you're at, you'll get a low signal, but often it was only enough for texting."
Reservation timing: Popular seasons book quickly at many campgrounds. "Weekends have been packed and reservations scarce for months at state parks in Minnesota. Arriving on a Sunday afternoon was a dream—very few people in the campground loop," reports a William O'Brien State Park visitor.
Bathroom facilities: Quality varies between campgrounds and specific loops. "The men's bathroom/showers were designed and built well and is very clean. Bath building has a large 'family/handicap' bathroom shower room," notes a visitor to Paint Rock Springs Campground.
Fire tower views: Several parks feature observation towers safe for children with supervision. "There is also a 100' fire tower you can climb up and get an epic view," notes a visitor to St. Croix State Park.
Playground accessibility: Some campgrounds include play areas for children. A visitor to St Croix River Resort shares, "We stayed here with my extended family in a couple of cabins. It is nice and wooded. The pool is indoors which is nice and has drawbacks. It is a good sized pool. There is a nice playground for the kids and there are some nice trails."
Shower and bathroom proximity: Consider campsite location relative to facilities. As one camper at Wild River State Park notes, "Very private and remote, Lots of wildlife, friendly staff, okay hiking... Only one shower house and we had to drive there, the primitive toilet smelled so bad it burned!"
Educational opportunities: Look for interpretive programs and historical features. "This seems to be the hot spot for horses and if we go back I definitely want to do the horseback riding right outside the park!" reports a Wild River State Park visitor.
Site angles and backing difficulty: Some campgrounds have challenging site approaches. At Grand Casino RV Resort, a visitor notes, "Back-in site was 90 degrees to the road - if the bathhouse parking lot wasn't across from it, wouldn't have been able to swing in on a 24' travel trailer."
Electrical capacity awareness: Know your power requirements before booking. "We came up with our camper with the expectation we'd have electric and water hook ups. For the most part we did. The electricity was not for a 30 amp hook up. It's 50 amp or us an adapter," shares a Big Rock Creek camper.
Loop navigation: RV-friendly campgrounds often feature easy navigation systems. According to a visitor at Country Quiet RV Park, "Easy loop system makes this campground very easy to navigate through. It's definitely not the most private campground, so it your looking for rustic quiet I would look into some of the smaller county campgrounds."
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