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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Manitowoc, WI

314 Reviews

Scheffel's Hideaway Campground provides full hookups for campers traveling with pets in Two Rivers, alongside multiple nearby pet-friendly options along Lake Michigan. Devils River Campground, Point Beach State Forest, Village Inn on the Lake, and Seagull Marina all accommodate pets with varying amenities. Most campgrounds require leashes at all times, except for designated water areas where dogs can swim freely at Point Beach State Forest. The campgrounds maintain clean facilities with specific pet waste disposal areas. Sites vary in size and privacy, with Scheffel's described as immaculate with tree cover for shade during hot summer months and proximity to hiking trails. The indoor saltwater pool at Village Inn on the Lake serves as a convenient amenity for campers, while pets remain outside in designated areas.

Several miles of dog-friendly hiking trails connect many Manitowoc area campgrounds to Lake Michigan beaches. Point Beach State Forest features a specific dog-friendly beach section south of the lighthouse where pets can swim off-leash while in the water. The Ice Age Trail accessible from Scheffel's Hideaway leads directly to Lake Michigan beaches where dogs are permitted on leash. Maribel Caves Park near Devils River Campground offers additional pet-friendly exploration opportunities, though dogs must remain leashed to protect local wildlife. Seasonal considerations include higher mosquito activity in summer months, requiring pet-appropriate insect protection. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that apply to barking dogs, with enforcement policies varying by location. Campers report spotting wildlife near these campgrounds, necessitating proper pet control during early morning and evening walks.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Manitowoc, Wisconsin (48)

    1. Scheffel's Hideaway Campground

    6 Reviews
    Two Rivers, WI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 657-1270

    "Scheffel's Hideaway Campground Two Rivers, Wisconsin We reserved a site at Scheffel's Hideaway Campground based on a comment from a camping acquaintance that the area was beautiful, friendly, and cooler"

    "For families in warmer weather, we did not see a pool or playground but that is not something we look for in September in northern Wisconsin on Lake Michigan."

    2. Village Inn on the Lake

    3 Reviews
    Two Rivers, WI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 794-8818

    "Right next to the lake! Indoor Saltwater Pool and Hot Tub!

    Pool Restrooms with showers available for Campers!

    Cute Mini Golf Onsite!

    Location is great!

    About 2 Miles from Neshotah Beach!"

    "Has a small private balcony overlooking woods and you can sit out front to see the lake from afar.
    I also saw the dog friendly Lakeview rooms which had two queens."

    3. Devils River Campground

    8 Reviews
    Maribel, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 863-2812

    "The sites are electric/water and they do have a dump station very close by. The central pond and waterfall were awesome! "

    "The pond is full of clay at the bottom, with not much sand except for by the beach, so it isn't the best for walking, just swimming or floating. The bathroom building is old, but mostly clean."

    4. Seagull Marina and Campground

    2 Reviews
    Two Rivers, WI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 794-7533

    "Great spot that is cheaper than most places nearby. Scott was really nice and got us checked in without any issues. Great location and near to fishing,restaurants and the beach."

    5. High Cliff State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    Sherwood, WI
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 989-1106

    "Woodsy camping, multiple hiking altitude options including cliff views of Lake Winnebago, historic burial mounds, preserved lime kilns, equine trails, picnicking area, boating opportunities and a beach"

    "No matter what your skill level you can find a trail here from easy to challenging to hike or bike. "

    6. Kohler-Andrae State Park

    45 Reviews
    Oostburg, WI
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 451-4080

    "The interior sites are a little cramped and may not accommodate larger RVs; however, the access to Lake Michigan more than makes up for it. There is a really cool dog park on the beach."

    "Living rather close to this park, this is our "go-to" place to camp. It has a great variety of activities available. There is a beach AND a dog beach so it's pet-friendly."

    7. Point Beach State Forest

    3 Reviews
    Two Rivers, WI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 794-7480

    "You also have to pay the Wisconsin state park entry fee at $13/day for non residents, or $38 for an annual pass. "

    "This campground is situated across from Lake Michigan, with access to trails, sand-ridged beaches and a lighthouse (the lighthouse cannot be toured, but can be admired from the outside). "

    8. Stop-N-Dock Marina & RV Park

    1 Review
    Two Rivers, WI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 793-2906

    "Close to amenities. Get site 1 if possible."

    9. Rainbows End Campground

    2 Reviews
    Maribel, WI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 754-4142

    "The grounds have lots of clear grassy areas and there are lots of family and kids games, a pond with a beach, and some walking trail."

    10. Mapleview Campground

    1 Review
    Kewaunee, WI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 776-1588

    $30 - $70 / night

    "Most with electric 30/50 amp and a beautiful lake with many family friendly things to do. The people are friendly and they have clean showers and bathrooms along with laundry."

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314 Reviews of 48 Manitowoc Campgrounds

  • J K.
    Aug. 18, 2019

    Harrington Beach State Park Campground

    Beautiful secluded state park!

    This was our first time camping in Wisconsin and we got to say we absolutely love this park. Most of the sites are pretty secluded so if you enjoy your privacy I will love this place. Everything was clean and updated including the bathrooms. The campsites are about a mile or two from Lake Michigan but it is an easy drive or hike as there are many trails that go through the park. When we went to the lake level was up so high due to flooding that we weren’t really able to enjoy the beach but normally there is plenty of coastline for enjoying some beach time.

  • Tee D.
    Jun. 12, 2021

    Kohler-Andrae State Park

    Great camp with awesome lake access

    The interior sites are a little cramped and may not accommodate larger RVs; however, the access to Lake Michigan more than makes up for it. There is a really cool dog park on the beach. While not something I typically look for in a review, the dump sites are new and excellent.

  • Julie L.
    Mar. 20, 2017

    Kohler-Andrae State Park

    Kohler-Andre

    Living rather close to this park, this is our "go-to" place to camp. It has a great variety of activities available. There is a beach AND a dog beach so it's pet-friendly. Dogs are not allowed on all of the trails, but there are many you can take them on. Being on the water, you can swim, kayak, fish, or just soak up some rays! There are also non-reservable sites available. There are many electric sites, clean bath houses, friendly campground hosts, some rather private sites as well. It's a short walk from the campsites to the lake. Our favorite site is next to the woods where we have seen ample deer, turkey, foxes, and birds. Close to town if you need supplies, firewood and ice is available in the park.

  • Phillip B.
    Jun. 9, 2021

    Harrington Beach State Park Campground

    Great place but poor pet accommodations

    Park campground is well kept as well as the facilities. Beach is nice but the area they claim is for people with pets is a long walk and the beach no longer exists as the lake has washed it away. Pet beach is just really slippery rock which is very dangerous for the pet owners and pets alike. They should fix the roads, get rid of the so called shuttle road signs as the shuttle doesn’t exist either and actually put in a “sand beach for people with pets “.

  • H
    Jul. 27, 2020

    Long Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    Good campsite if you don’t have dogs

    We stayed 700, enough space, good hiking trail, nice beach. But the pet picnic area was pretty disappointing. Just a small opening for a dog jumping in the water. All the nice beach area was not open for a dog. My pup was pretty sad.

  • Adela S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 21, 2025

    Breezy Hill Campground

    Great Stay!

    We have really enjoyed our stay here with our two dogs! It’s extremely clean, kid and pet friendly, with lots of amenities. Staff is incredibly friendly! The only downside is that if you want visitors, there is a $5/visitor fee. Other than that, we would absolutely come back here again!

  • D
    Jun. 23, 2019

    Long Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    Site 907

    Our site was a bit less secluded than I’d prefer but still very nice. The loop we were on the lower 900 loop, had quite a few sites that could be combined to be group sites. Two sites completely adjoining or with very little separating them. This loop would be good for an option if the group sites are unavailable. Especially the inner loop sites that back up to each other. We walked some of the other loops and the did not all seem this way, stuff especially in the 700’s loop being a bit more wooded with some nice sites being my favorites, and also some nice sites in the upper 900’s loop that were spaced out nicely. Great hiking nearby, flush toilets, showers, nice little beach, plenty of downed wood around and also available to purchase 5$ a stack, pet friendly except no dogs allowed on the beach. There is a dog friendly picnic area near the water though. Nice get away pretty close to Milwaukee, Chicago, etc...

  • Mel C.
    Sep. 3, 2019

    Kettle Moraine State Forest Long Lake Campground

    Beautiful campground

    I have always loved this campground since I was a teen. We went this past labor day weekend and loved the nice big sites, the paved roads for bikes and rollerblading and the beaches were really clean. We loved just walking around the paths to and from the lake to our site. People were very respectful the firewood was kept in a dry spot (always a pet peeve of mine, some campgrounds dont have the best storage system). Overall great place and we will be back very soon.

  • Lesley R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 29, 2022

    High Cliff State Park Campground

    A Gem!

    Woodsy camping, multiple hiking altitude options including cliff views of Lake Winnebago, historic burial mounds, preserved lime kilns, equine trails, picnicking area, boating opportunities and a beach for swimming. Spend a day or a week! You’ll never find yourself asking what to do. I grew up in the area and have been here many, many times. To camp, to hike for the day, to trudge into the campground during winter to have a day-fire, coordinate family reunions, train with a backpack on the lime-kiln trail and swimming with the dog. Really, it’s all here. Mostly not super busy and when the traffic is heavier, everyone is very nice. Picnic areas can get buggy as can the lake get green, all depends on the time of year and season. Family and pet friendly. Great spot near the Fox Valley.

Guide to Manitowoc

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Manitowoc, Wisconsin, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog owners appreciate the variety of amenities available

Tips for camping with dogs near Manitowoc

  • Bring plenty of water and a bowl for your pet, as some campgrounds like Broughton Sheboygan Marsh Park Campground may have limited drinking water access.
  • Keep your dog leashed at all times, especially in busy areas like Village Inn on the Lake, where other campers and pets are present.
  • Pack a pet-friendly first aid kit and some favorite toys to keep your dog comfortable and entertained during your stay at Rainbows End Campground.

Pet owners like the range of activities available

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