Best Dispersed Camping near Hudson, WI
Free dispersed camping near Hudson is primarily found along the St. Croix River. Sandy Cove offers primitive riverside camping accessible via the Ice Age Trail, requiring a hike to reach the site. The area provides basic amenities including a fire ring, picnic table with wheelchair accessibility, and an open-air vault toilet. "The crushed gravel path to the south makes travel to the nearby Lions park easy," according to one camper, though flooding can affect site conditions after heavy rainfall.
County Road O Landing provides more accessible dispersed camping with drive-in access suitable for tents and RVs, including larger vehicles. Located near Grantsburg, this area along the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway offers drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, and a boat ramp. Sites are found near both the boat ramp area and the trailhead. Visitors note seasonal challenges: "The only problem was the mosquitoes" in June, while others appreciate that "there are a few spots near the boat ramp and bathroom." Verizon service shows limited coverage with approximately one bar, while T-Mobile has no service. Both locations require permits and allow fires.
