Christine H.
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TravelerTurtle Lake City Park
Not free
Electric hookup, dump station on site. Sites are a little close together. $25/night with a 7 day max stay.
Best Campgrounds near Glenwood City, WI
Glenwood City, Wisconsin provides access to several established campgrounds including Glen Hills Park Campground, a county-operated facility offering both tent and RV sites. The surrounding area features state park options like Willow River State Park and Highland Ridge, both within 30 miles. Most campgrounds in this region accommodate both tent and RV camping, with Glen Hills Park offering non-reservable sites and electric hookups. Highland Ridge Campground in Spring Valley provides additional camping options with a longer season from April through November, featuring both drive-in and walk-in access.
Seasonal considerations affect camping availability throughout the area, with most campgrounds operating from May through October. Glen Hills Park's camping season runs specifically from May 1 to October 31, while some nearby facilities like Willow River State Park remain open year-round. Most campgrounds provide standard amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to toilets, though amenities vary by location. Many sites offer electric hookups with 30-amp service available at select locations. Water access represents a highlight for many campsites in the region. A review noted that "Glen Hills Park Campground is situated directly on the water with camping areas overlooking the lake."
Campers visiting this region appreciate the proximity to natural water features. Twin Springs Resort Campground, located near Menomonie, offers riverside sites with views that campers find particularly appealing. The campgrounds generally maintain a family-friendly atmosphere with reasonable privacy between sites. Several visitors mentioned the benefit of accessing hiking trails directly from campgrounds, making day activities convenient without driving. A camper wrote that sites were "very clean and easy to access" and that some locations offer "enough distance between them that noise is minimal." Wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the area's campgrounds, with some campers reporting eagle sightings from their sites. The region's varied terrain creates diverse camping experiences, from lakeside sites to more wooded settings with greater privacy.
Best Camping Sites Near Glenwood City, Wisconsin (142)
1. Willow River State Park Campground
62 ReviewsHudson, WI25 milesWebsite+1 (715) 386-5931"There is a newly filled lake after the reconstruction of the dam. This is a non motorized lake for paddling, swimming and fishing."
"Fun to play in the water, go behind the waterfall and a good hike up 200 steps to view the falls from above!"
2. Highland Ridge
15 ReviewsSpring Valley, WI13 milesWebsite+1 (715) 778-5562$24 - $280 / night
"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."
3. Glen Hills Park Campground
3 ReviewsGlenwood City, WI4 milesWebsite+1 (715) 265-4613"The adjacent golf course is fun!"
"very nice lake to fish and paddle board."
4. Highland Ridge - Eau Galle Reservoir
5 ReviewsSpring Valley, WI13 milesWebsite+1 (715) 778-5562"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."
5. Clear Lake City Park
4 ReviewsAmery, WI15 milesWebsite+1 (715) 263-2157"Looks like the beach and playground is in or close to the camper loop but I didn't make it over there in the time I had here! Would definitely return if it's on my trip route in the future!!"
"We enjoyed sitting around the fire and floating out in the middle of the lake! The rope swing is a great place to watch while your out floating!"
6. Interstate State Park Campground
52 ReviewsTaylors Falls, MN34 milesWebsite+1 (715) 483-3747$24 - $50 / night
"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"
"Interstate State Park is situated along the St Croix River just outside the small town of Taylor Falls, MN."
7. William O'Brien State Park Campground
39 ReviewsMarine on St. Croix, MN32 milesWebsite+1 (651) 539-4980$25 - $90 / night
"Easy walking trails surround the park which is nice and convenient. Close proximity to Stillwater which made for a nice day trip. Camp sites were very clean and easy to access."
"Our site was a non-electric site on the outside ring, with just a thin slip of woods and a hiking trail between us and the St. Croix river."
8. Afton State Park Campground
37 ReviewsAfton, MN33 milesWebsite+1 (651) 436-5391$22 - $85 / night
"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."
9. Twin Springs Resort Campground
3 ReviewsMenomonie, WI16 milesWebsite+1 (715) 235-9321$35 - $70 / night
"After winding through a few roads off the highway, Twin Springs emerges from a bend in the road. The sites have a reasonable amount of space surrounding them."
"Beautiful lake. Lots of space. Friend host."
10. Pioneer Park
1 ReviewGlenwood City, WI16 milesWebsite+1 (715) 455-1024"We go here a few times a year, it's close to home, access to ATV trails, fishing & hiking."
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Recent Reviews near Glenwood City, WI
602 Reviews of 142 Glenwood City Campgrounds
Jay W.
LegendInterstate Park — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
Great park, plenty around the area...BUT THE NOISE!!!
Interstate Park in Wisconsin is just south of HWY 8 on HWY 35. The entrance is located on the west side of HWY 35 in the town of St. Croix Falls. St Croix Falls is a small town with a nice downtown on the river with plenty of restaurants (Dalles House Restaurant and Lounge is a favorite) and places for necessities. There are coffee shops, hotels and even a Wal-Mart nearby. There is also a casino in the town of Turtle Lake about 30 mins away.
The park is home to the western terminus of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail that covers 1200 miles through Wisconsin. The park also offers a Ice Age Interpretive Center which boasts interactive activities and displays of the last Ice Age. The park is also home to several other trails worth discovering.
There are two campgrounds in the park, a North and South campground as well as two group campsites. The South is a bit more rustic. The showers are located at the North campground.
For amenities there are flush toilets and showers. There is a sandy swimming area available as well as boat launch and other water activities.
This park is beautiful especially being on the cliffs of the St. Croix River offering spectacular views through out the park and the area. You can even take the bridge over to Taylor Falls Park Minnesota for more spectacular views as well as other shopping options. If you take this trip, Taylor Falls Park will be on the South and your shopping options will be to your North.
Even being in such a wonderful location with plenty of activities and amenities, I find the camping hard to enjoy at this park for all the noise that generates from the hwy crossing over the river. The sound especially of the semi trucks and their brakes that go all night long. This is the big reason for the average rating for this campground.
Blake K.
ScoutFrontenac State Park Campground
Beautiful Views
You have clear views of the River and Valley from the campgrounds.
- Erik R.
RangerAfton State Park Campground
A true year-round backpack camping experience
So, I think you know what you are signing up for here when you stay camp at the backpacking site at Afton, but let me fill in some of the blanks. #1 yes, the hill climb is as big of an effort as other people have said. You will feel like you earned your dinner. I may have found a hack for this, but more in that later. #2 the site are mostly private. I stayed on site #12. I could see (and they could have seen me) site #9, but thankfully no one was there. That would have been a bummer to have other looking into my site. There is even a semi-worn path between 12 and 9. They would make a good combo if you have a group. Other than that, totally secluded. As far space at #12, you could build as big of a tent structure there as you would need, easily room for a massive 16’x24’ palace (if you would dare to carry it) or anything smaller. An Eagle Scout project built hammock posts at this site, so it is ideal for that set up. #3 the campground amenities are very nice. The solar powered water works great year round, the two pits toilets (if you can even call them that) are very new and nice. And the coolest campground feature is the cut your own firewood station. I went a little overboard since it was so nice and had a way bigger fire than I needed. Bring your own saw and you will love it too. #4 After walking around the park, I discovered a possible hack. There is an unmarked entrance to the park on the north side. Instead of walking all my gear back to the parking lot, I walked the .5 miles to the service entrance, dropped my pack, and then walked the 1.8 miles back to the parking lot. I tend to carry too much. The flat short walk to drop my gear was worth it. Then I drop around the park and picked up my stuff. Probably not MN DNR endorsed way to do it, but I was proud of my discovery. All in, this is a unique and wonderful camping experience. Highly recommend.
Mindy B.TravelerMorris Erickson County Park
Grassy lakeside space convenient to the Ice Age Trail, but little privacy
Clean and well-kept, this is a very small park with mowed lawn but no separation between the campsites, and close to a highway. Quiet at night. We stayed there off-season, and had it mostly to ourselves. It's convenient for an overnight stay while hiking the Ice Age Trail road connection nearby.
Crystal B.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.
- Crystal B.Legend
Beach Park at Hungry Point
City of Wabasha campground (seasonal)
This is the city of Wabasha MN campground. It is only for seasonal camping meaning they DO NOT offer daily/weekly sites. Lots are situated at the end of a Main Street and there is a public bathroom with a shower nearby. There is also a beach (Mississippi River) a marina/docks/slips, and a public park nearby.
- Crystal B.Legend
Big River Resort
Nice camping in the city of Wabasha
Well maintained campground in Wabasha. They have sites and other accommodations as well.
- Crystal B.Legend
Kruger Unit - RJD Memorial Hardwood State Forest
Great area with a lot of activities in the area.
This is a nice basic campground near Wabasha/Kellogg area. Mississippi is within a few miles. Lark Toys nearby also. The Zumbro River is at the bottom of the campground on opposite side of the road where you can put kayaks/canoes in. (Or swim or fish). Sites are nice size with some having more privacy than others. Campground is on top of/up the hill. Vault toilets. No showers. Fire rings and picnic tables present.
Guide to Glenwood City
Camping sites near Glenwood City, Wisconsin range from shaded wooded campsites to open prairie locations across several park systems. The region sits within the St. Croix River Valley with terrain that varies from rolling hills to flat prairies. Winter temperatures often drop below 0°F, while summer camping season brings humidity and temperatures typically between 70-85°F from June through September.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: 5-10 miles of trails at Willow River State Park Campground provide access to scenic falls. "Huge park, you can climb the cliffs surrounding the falls and there are plenty of trail both paved and unpaved," notes reviewer Arielle P. The park's waterfall remains accessible year-round, making it suitable for multiple seasons.
Lake activities: Fishing from shore without requiring a boat. At Glen Hills Park Campground, water sports focus on fishing rather than swimming. Even when water features change, alternatives exist. "Willow River State Park no longer has a beach or a lake, but they are working on the dam to refill the lake once again," reports Jessica B.
Wildlife viewing: Eagle sightings common along the St. Croix River. "I've camped here a few times. You can't even tell you're in Hudson. Nice hiking trails, nice lake that rents kayaks and canoes, and a beautiful waterfall at the end of the hiking trail," according to Chris S., highlighting the natural setting despite proximity to town.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Some Highland Ridge sites offer excellent separation. "All sites are gravel/dirt (except for the ADA-accessible site), and most are very generous in size. Our site (7) sloped down but leveled out with plenty of room for our campervan at the bottom. All sites are wooded with trees providing separation/privacy between sites," explains Lee D.
Seasonal options: Late season availability for campers traveling in fall. "We went through a lot of bug spray and coils. Deer flies were thick around the water filling station," reports Tim from William O'Brien State Park, pointing out seasonal challenges beyond the typical camping calendar.
Natural settings: Wooded sites with shade provide refuge from summer heat. "This campground is well maintained and a beautiful park within the woods. Great for hiking and kayaking/canoeing is near by," says David E. about Twin Springs Resort Campground. Sites balance natural settings with accessibility.
What you should know
Varying shower facilities: Shower quality fluctuates across campgrounds. At William O'Brien State Park Campground, "The shower house needed a cleaning as well. There is no adjusting the shower temperature. Push the button and you get what you get," cautions Tim. Check shower availability and condition before arrival.
Firewood restrictions and availability: Firewood costs vary between $6-8 per bundle. "Wood was $8 bundle. This was steep in my opinion. They do not all any gathering of firewood," explains a William O'Brien visitor, highlighting park regulations that prevent collecting fallen wood.
Topography challenges: Some sites require leveling equipment. "Many sites are placed on on incline. They got the sites are pretty flat, but it's still on a hill," John W. explains about Highland Ridge. Prepare appropriate equipment for unlevel terrain at several area campgrounds.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several parks offer modern play equipment for children. At Highland Ridge, "At the campground, there was an interpretive center, but it was locked when we were there. There is also a nice, modern playground," notes Lee D., pointing to activities beyond hiking.
Wildlife encounters: Prepare for raccoons at night around food storage. "Raccoons will visit your site at night. We had everything secured but they still tried and plenty of racket until we chased them away," reports a camper at William O'Brien. Secure food in hard containers, not just plastic bags.
Educational opportunities: Ranger programs available seasonally at select parks. Afton State Park Campground offers diverse terrain for nature lessons: "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," describes Alison.
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Choose carefully for larger units. At Interstate State Park, "Do not pick a site inside the loop (the electrical hookup sites) if you want privacy. A few of the sites along the river have a real nice view and are slightly more secluded," advises Mary S., emphasizing the tradeoff between hookups and privacy.
Dump station access: Most campgrounds provide dumping facilities. "There are full services at this campground - flush toilets, sinks, showers, trash receptacles, and drinking water/dump station near the entrance," notes a Highland Ridge reviewer, confirming essential RV services.
Unlevel sites warning: Bring leveling blocks for many area campgrounds. "This may be an ongoing issue but none of the water faucets or water pumps on the trails at Afton State Park are working," warns Warren H., highlighting infrastructure issues that affect longer stays. Be prepared with additional water storage for dry camping conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Glenwood City, WI?
What camping is available near Glenwood City, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, Glenwood City, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 142 campgrounds and RV parks near Glenwood City, WI and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Glenwood City, WI?
Which is the most popular campground near Glenwood City, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Glenwood City, WI is Willow River State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 62 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Glenwood City, WI?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Glenwood City, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Glenwood City, WI.
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