Best Campgrounds near Jim Falls, WI

Camping areas around Jim Falls, Wisconsin include a mix of state parks, county facilities, and private campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Lake Wissota State Park Campground offers 116 sites with both electric and non-electric options, while Brunet Island State Park Campground provides waterfront camping on the Chippewa River with separate loops for different camping styles. O'Neil Creek Campground in Chippewa Falls accommodates tents, RVs, and cabins with full hookup amenities. The region features a blend of forested sites and lakefront camping with varying levels of privacy and amenities.

Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from May through October, with a few locations like Lake Wissota and Brunet Island State Parks remaining open year-round. Summer weekends typically require advance reservations, especially for electric sites and waterfront locations. Winter camping is available but with reduced services. Cell service varies by location, with stronger coverage reported at Lake Wissota State Park. Campgrounds near water bodies like Lake Wissota and the Chippewa River provide opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and swimming during warm months. "Sites are big and spacious! Tons of walking, and biking opportunity! Both pit and flush toilets, and they have showers! Bathrooms are clean and well kept," noted one camper about Lake Wissota State Park.

Mixed-use campgrounds throughout the region accommodate various camping preferences. Several campgrounds feature paved bike trails, including the Old Abe Trail that connects to Brunet Island State Park and extends 20 miles to Chippewa Falls. Tent and RV sites at Lake Wissota State Park offer varying levels of privacy, with sites in the 100+ range described as more secluded. Campers mention that sites along the water at Brunet Island State Park provide excellent kayaking access to backwaters and the Chippewa River. Pine Harbor Campground and Eagle Ridge Campground provide additional options for RV camping with full hookups. A visitor to Brunet Island noted, "Campsites are roomy and shaded. The park has a bicycle path that walkers can also use that's along the river. Our site backed up to the bicycle path with the river behind us."

Best Camping Sites Near Jim Falls, Wisconsin (118)

    1. Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Jim Falls, WI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 382-4574

    " This park is on a smaller scale and less crowded than Devil’s Lake. There is a small beach that is in the process of renovation. The sites are large surrounded by trees and very private."

    "Continuing my quest to visit as many Wisconsin state parks as possible. I stopped by here to check out the campsites for potential future camping and look over the park."

    2. Brunet Island State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Cornell, WI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 239-6888

    "This is one of our favorite Wisconsin state parks. It is quiet and shady, next to the Chippewa River."

    "Beautiful Wisconsin state park. Two campgrounds, the north campground is more primitive, the south campground, where we stayed, has electrical hookups."

    3. O'Neil Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    Chippewa Falls, WI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 723-6581

    "Creek,lake,showers,laundry,full hookups,camp store,arcade,kids play areas,beach and more. Pricey! Plan on 60$/day"

    4. Pine Harbor Campground

    5 Reviews
    Chippewa Falls, WI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 723-9865

    $15 - $40 / night

    "Site was a nice size, we have a smaller pull behind. They were really close to each other. Nice bathroom and showers if you need them."

    "It's located close to lake Winnsota."

    5. Eagle Ridge Campground

    8 Reviews
    Chippewa Falls, WI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 379-2942

    $38 / night

    "If you’ve been anywhere in Minnesota or Wisconsin, you know about all the trees!"

    "Full hook up, and firepit conveniently located . Nice walking path to the river. Staff was friendly, and the grounds were super clean!"

    6. Pine Point County Park

    6 Reviews
    Cornell, WI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 726-7882

    $20 - $32 / night

    "Bring your own wood this time of year, no one was around to buy it from. Sites are nice and wooded"

    "Nice county park with several lakes in the area for fishing. Park can get busy and loud on the weekends."

    7. Chapman Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Lublin, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 644-5758

    "Our site was on a small, beautiful lake and close to the bathrooms. We had a slight breeze and very few bugs. I am not sure if I would stay there for a full week and keep busy."

    "We are passing through off highway 94 needed a place to park the camper for the night."

    8. Fair Hill County Campground - Temp Closed

    1 Review
    Chippewa Falls, WI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 723-2861

    $15 - $30 / night

    "There is WiFi for an extra few (there is also a library nearby with free WiFi!) There are lots of great places to exercise your four legged camper and we would certainly return if in the area!"

    9. Otter Lake Chippewa County

    2 Reviews
    Cornell, WI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 726-7882

    "If your looking for a quiet, remote, good fishing camp Otter Lake is the right choice. Beautiful day park for scenic views for a picnic. Private camp sites. Some have private docks."

    "Overall, it’s a great lake to fish. You won’t be disappointed."

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Recent Reviews near Jim Falls, WI

237 Reviews of 118 Jim Falls Campgrounds


  • L
    Sep. 22, 2025

    Holden Park Campground

    Fall Ride in Ocotber

    Our group has been camping at the Holden County Park for 4 years now, this will be our 5th year.

     We are so happy that the shower/restrooms are finally done, its a great plus and we feel that more people will camp there now. 

    We love how quiet it is when we return from our daily rides, its like its our own place as there aren't many if any at all other campers there. This year may be different and if it is we won't mind at all, hopefully they don't either as we do stay up late by the fire but aren't wild crazy loud.

  • D
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Butternut Park

    Well maintained city park

    About a dozen sites with picnic tables on a grassy large circle. About half or more have electric hookups. Toilets are a short walk past the campground entrance.

  • D
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Holden Park Campground

    Peaceful, Friendly Camping

    A friendly campground host and wonderful county staff keep this little campground in good shape. Updated in 2025 with a new shower/restroom facility, fire rings, paved drive, and playground equipment. There are 20 sites, most of them will need some leveling for rvs. Generous firewood available for $5. Not many mosquitoes. ATT LTE cell 3 bars.

  • D
    Aug. 9, 2025

    Lake Wissota State Park Campground

    Decent for price

    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.

  • Beth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2025

    Eagle Ridge Campground

    Okay for night, safe clean campground

    The spots were narrow and opened up to neighbors. We were fortunate to have no neighbor on either side, but I could see how that would limit privacy. Laundry was clean but small only 2 washer/2 dryer and no fan in room….really humid in evening and you didn’t want to open door due to bugs. Bathhouse clean….decent rec area for kids including sand volleyball court.

    River walk trail…not detailed in paperwork. Trail is just ok, a bit overgrown and lots of bugs. We made it a good ways in and felt like we were parallel to River, but it’s so thick with growth…you can just make it out through brush. I was not prepared with flip flops so I turned back. Unknown if nice view at end.

  • D
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Chapman Park Campground

    Nice place

    We pulled in on a Sunday night and all but had the place to ourselves. Our site was on a small, beautiful lake and close to the bathrooms. We had a slight breeze and very few bugs. I am not sure if I would stay there for a full week and keep busy. But I wish my town had a park with everything that this one has.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2025

    Medford City Park

    It’s a city campground

    It’s small but the sites are nice with electric and water. A police officer even held traffic at bay and guided me into the site.

  • Alia E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 28, 2025

    Tarrant City Park

    Amazing Campground

    The campground is super easy to find and right outside of Durand. 🏕️🌲🌳 There are plenty of places to shop, grab ice or fire wood etc. 🛒🔥🧊 There is wifi from the baseball diamond near by. ⚾📶 There are not showers so make sure to prepare for that. 🚿🚫 I suggest using thr bathroom as it has drains and stalls. 🚽🚿 I used a solar camping shower to heat water. ☀️🚿 All sites have electricity hookups as well. 💡🔌 The public pool is also near by as well as the walking trail. 🏊‍♀️🚶‍♀️ The tent sites are $20 a night and the RV sites are $45 you can pay on site. ⛺💲💰

  • Susan D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 22, 2025

    Dorchester Park & Campground

    Great spot!

    Great little city park in the town of Dorchester Wisconsin. We're just doing a quick overnight but we have 30 Amp and water hookups. Also, we scored a pull thru! All for just $22/ night! ($25 for full hookups)


Guide to Jim Falls

Camping sites near Jim Falls, Wisconsin span across forested areas and waterways within a 30-mile radius, with elevations ranging from 900 to 1,100 feet above sea level. Positioned between the Chippewa River and Lake Wissota, this region offers diverse camping options with varying levels of seclusion. Water-based recreation dominates during summer months when average temperatures reach 75-85°F, while fall camping brings colorful foliage and cooler nights in the 40-60°F range.

What to do

Kayaking and canoeing on backwaters: At Brunet Island State Park Campground, many waterfront sites provide direct water access. "Great for just putting the kayaks in and going," notes camper Catherine F., who stayed on a waterfront site in the north loop. Another visitor mentioned it's "a nice location for fisherman and kayaks/canoes" with "a few hiking trails that are loaded with mosquitoes (given the location and amount of water)."

Tubing on O'Neil Creek: For a family-friendly water activity, O'Neil Creek Campground offers creek tubing suitable for all ages. "Can tube down the creek, very shallow so even littles can do it too," writes Stina M. The campground has tube rentals available, making it convenient for visitors without equipment. "The natural creek that doubles as a lazy river is great," adds another camper.

Fishing for bass and walleye: Lake fishing yields impressive catches according to visitors at Otter Lake Chippewa County. "Fishing was awesome. Lots of largemouth bass. Really good size. Roughly 15"-18" bass that are 3-4lbs. Healthy and chunky. Caught a few walleyes. 20" plus size," reports Her J., though they caution to "watch out for logs. Lots of tree stumps in shallow areas."

What campers like

Private waterfront sites: Many campers value the secluded waterfront locations at Pine Point County Park. "Private wooded sites. Nice bathrooms and coin showers," notes Kristin F. Another camper mentioned that "nearly all of them are on the water and several even have boat docks," making it ideal for anglers and water enthusiasts.

Clean facilities: Visitors frequently comment on the well-maintained bathrooms at Chapman Park Campground. "Bathrooms and showers older but very clean," writes Carol. Another camper noted the campground "has nice showers in a great park." The overall grounds maintenance also receives praise: "Clean green spaces to play fetch with the dog or let the kids run are all over this park."

Natural surroundings: Wooded settings provide privacy between campsites at several locations. At Lake Wissota State Park Campground, campers appreciate the natural environment. "Very woodsy! Mosquitoes, gnats, and bugs galore. Beach is nice, even better that they have a separate beach area for your leashed dog," writes Hannah E., who appreciated the pet-friendly swimming area.

What you should know

Bug protection essential: Due to proximity to water bodies, insects are abundant, especially in wooded areas. Hannah E. warns Lake Wissota is "very woodsy! Mosquitoes, gnats, and bugs galore." Another camper at Brunet Island mentioned trails "loaded with mosquitoes (given the location and amount of water)." Bug spray with DEET provides best protection.

Water visibility limitations: Pine Harbor Campground provides access to nearby Lake Wissota, but water clarity varies. At Otter Lake, a camper noted "very green water. Low water clarity" while fishing, though this didn't prevent successful catches. Swimmers should be prepared for limited underwater visibility in most area lakes.

Site sizes vary significantly: Many campgrounds have a mix of site sizes, some too small for larger rigs. At O'Neil Creek, a camper reported "site 133 was super small, so much so I thought he was kidding. Saw site 204 was open and switched to that one instead." Verify measurements before booking, especially for RVs over 30 feet.

Tips for camping with families

Playground and beach access: Eagle Ridge Campground offers family-friendly amenities including "a large playground" and recreational areas. One visitor noted "Nice walking path to the river. Staff was friendly, and the grounds were super clean!" Chapman Park also provides "a lighted park for kids to play at night and plenty of fishing."

Seasonal activities: During summer, several campgrounds offer special events. O'Neil Creek received praise for their "Christmas in July" celebration. "Campground and staff did a great job putting on Christmas in July. Very kid-friendly environment," writes Darren L. Check campground calendars when booking as these events quickly fill sites.

Animal viewing opportunities: Chapman Park features a deer park within the campground where children can observe wildlife. "The deer park was great to see again as I hadn't come across one in a few years," notes David K. Several campgrounds also have wildlife viewing trails where deer, birds, and small mammals can be spotted.

Tips from RVers

Full hookup availability: RVers seeking complete hookups have several options in the area. Pine Harbor Campground offers water and electric hookups with a sanitary dump station. For sewer connections, Eagle Ridge provides full hookup sites. "Full hook up, and firepit conveniently located," reports Alix M.

Satellite signal considerations: For RVers relying on satellite internet, Eagle Ridge Campground has ideal open areas. "This campground has a large grassy area - that gives a 100% clear obstruction for Starlink," writes one camper. "The other half of the campground is within a super treed area, so we got to pick!"

Campsite privacy factors: RVers concerned with privacy should research specific site numbers. At Brunet Island, campers note differences between loops: "The North Loop has beautiful waterfront sites!" while "The electric sites are across the camp road, but mostly within eyesight of the Chippewa River." Request detailed site maps when booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Jim Falls, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Jim Falls, WI is Lake Wissota State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 35 reviews.