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Devils River Campground accommodates pets throughout its weekend and seasonal sites near Maribel, with several spacious areas for dog walking along the riverfront. The campground features water and electric hookups at most sites, clean restrooms, and a large swimming pond where many families gather during summer months. Point Beach State Forest also welcomes pets at designated sites, including some of their cabins, though leash requirements are strictly enforced. Both campgrounds offer access to nearby hiking trails suitable for dog walking. The weekday atmosphere remains extremely quiet at Devils River, while weekends see increased activity from seasonal campers and families with pets. Campground bathrooms and shower facilities are generally well-maintained with regular cleaning schedules.
A network of trails connects many of the Maribel area's pet-friendly campgrounds to natural features like the Maribel Caves Park, providing excellent dog walking opportunities within a mile of most sites. Scheffel's Hideaway Campground in nearby Two Rivers enforces strict pet walking zones, with designated areas for dog relief clearly marked by signage. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to remain on-leash at all times, including when visiting beaches and shorelines. The nearby Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse area offers additional walking paths approximately 30 minutes from Devils River Campground. Weather considerations include mosquitoes and flies during summer months, making pet-safe insect repellent advisable for campers with dogs.
"The only possible downside with small children, as there is no fence around the pond, and there are sites that border the pond.
It is fun to go down by the river and explore.""The sites are electric/water and they do have a dump station very close by. The central pond and waterfall were awesome! "
"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. "
from $26 - $51 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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"
"Point Beach State Forest sits on the Eastern side of Wisconsin along the 5 miles of shores on lake Michigan. This is a wonderful Park."
"You also have to pay the Wisconsin state park entry fee at $13/day for non residents, or $38 for an annual pass. "
from $28 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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."
"We camped here because it was close to an event we needed to attend. We enjoyed our stay here and felt very welcome. "
"We liked being on the hill away from the pool ect. Quite except for a little hiway noise(about like you’d expect) good water pressure and power worked great."
from $41 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $48 - $78 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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."
GuideThe 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.
GuideTranquil Timbers advertises pet friendly but they ARE NOT pet friendly. If your dog makes any kind of noise whatsoever, they are NOT welcome. Motorcycles and noisy kids however, park approved!
TravelerLiving 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.
ScoutWe 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.
RangerOur 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...
ScoutI 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.
LegendWoodsy 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.
ScoutThe park:
LegendPoint Beach State Forest sits on the Eastern side of Wisconsin along the 5 miles of shores on lake Michigan.
This is a wonderful Park. It can be very busy especially during peak times, so be prepared for crowds! The park offers plenty to do from trails to swimming, and obviously camping.
The park offers two beautiful beaches. One of them being for pets, both of them right on Lake Michigan.
This park has excellent and typically clean shower and bathroom buildings. It offers 127 campsites with 70 of them offering electricity. All of these campgrounds are in walking distance from Lake Michigan but none offering a view of the lake. This park also offers indoor group and outdoor group camp sites! The park also offers two rustic sites. One being for the Ice Age National Scenic trail and one being a kayak campsite which is only accessible from Lake Michigan. Both of these sites are only about a half a mile south of the forest office! The forest office building is beautiful with plenty on display in the clean restrooms. Firewood is also available at the forest office!
There are plenty of amenities near the park as it sits right outside the city of Two Rivers and also not too far from the city of Manitowoc. Being close to the city, there's a grocery store not too far from the park as well as gas stations and shops near the downtown.
Let it be known you do not have to escape the park on weekends for a good meal if you're not in the mood for cooking, this park offers fish fry on Fridays and Saturdays and the food is delicious. It also offers concession stands with snacks and ice cream during the rest of the week.
Be aware of ticks in this park, especially deer ticks. I have personally had a very bad experience during the early fall. I won't go into detail as it was quite a disgusting experience! Despite that, this is a wonderful Park and think it should be on everyone's list for places to camp
Devils River Campground is situated along the river about 30 miles east of Green Bay, with numerous wooded sites providing shade during summer months when temperatures typically reach the mid-80s. The campground sits at approximately 700 feet elevation in Wisconsin's eastern corridor, where summer evenings often cool to the mid-50s. The surrounding area includes both private and state-managed campgrounds within a 20-mile radius of Maribel.
Explore local caves: The Maribel Caves Park is within walking distance of Devils River Campground, providing unique geological exploration. "It is fun to go down by the river and explore. One year we caught about 60 crayfish and cooked them on the campstove and ate them," notes camper Jimmy P. The caves flood during rainy periods, creating seasonal waterfalls.
Visit Lake Michigan beaches: Point Beach State Forest offers clean sandy beaches approximately 25 minutes from Maribel. "The beaches are very clean and great for walking at different points in the day," shares Terry L. The park includes a lighthouse that "cannot be toured, but can be admired from the outside."
Hike the escarpment trails: The limestone cliffs at High Cliff State Park provide challenging hiking opportunities. "My favorite thing about this park and campground is the hiking. Part of the Niagra escarpment there are plenty of cliffs and fun views along the trails," writes Racheal M. The park sits about 30 minutes west of Maribel and features both challenging and beginner-friendly trails.
Swimming options: Devils River Campground has replaced their small pool with a large swimming pond. "They removed the old small pool and installed a large swimming pond. It is a treated pond, so it is murky water, but the open space is nice for a swim on a hot day," reports Jimmy P. Seasonal campers sometimes bring water equipment during busy summer weekends.
Historical features: The old mill on Devils River Campground property offers historical interest. "Sometimes they also give a tour of the old mill that is on the grounds. There is a lot of history," shares one reviewer. The nearby lime kiln trail at High Cliff State Park provides additional historical exploration opportunities.
Indoor amenities during inclement weather: Village Inn on the Lake offers camping with access to hotel facilities. "The indoor pool is so nice! It's a saltwater pool and they have a separate hot tub," notes Amber C. This unique option allows campers to enjoy amenities during Wisconsin's unpredictable weather conditions.
Site spacing considerations: Many campgrounds in the area have closely positioned sites. At Scheffel's Hideaway Campground, "if you have a neighbor with a slide out then you lose half of your green space," according to Amber C. Devils River's weekender sites have been improved for leveling but remain close together.
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Facility quality differs significantly between campgrounds. While some reviewers note Devils River's bathrooms need upgrades, others appreciate the ongoing improvements: "This year they've added a deck off of the bathroom/shower building. It seems like it was almost done," reports Jimmy P.
Insect preparation is essential: Wisconsin's summer months bring significant insect activity. "The only negative with our stay (which the campground can't help) were the mosquitos, flies, and bees. So bring bug spray!!!" advises one camper at Devils River. This is particularly important for evening activities and near wooded areas.
Kid-friendly activities: Apple Creek Campground offers family amenities despite its compact layout. "Great place for kids and anyone who likes calm quiet camping," writes Josh U. The campground includes "a nice pool, well stocked fishing pond for catch and release" according to Lynn N.
Consider seasonal timing: Family camping is most active during summer weekends. "The weekdays are extremely quiet but the weekends get a little busy due to the seasonal sites," notes a reviewer. For quieter family experiences, mid-week visits during June or early September offer reduced crowds.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. At Rainbows End Campground, "There are LOTS of family and kids games, a pond with a beach, and some walking trail," according to Brenda A. These amenities provide entertainment options beyond hiking and swimming.
Site selection for larger rigs: Level sites can be challenging to find for larger RVs. "Even though we were on a hill the campsite was level. We had plenty of room for rv and tow," shares Robert O. about Apple Creek Campground. When making reservations, specify your RV length to ensure appropriate site assignment.
Dump station timing: Weekend departures create congestion at dump stations. "The dump station gets really backed up at the end of the weekend, so heads up," warns Laura M. Plan to use facilities during off-peak times or locate alternative dump stations when visiting during busy periods.
Utility considerations: Many campgrounds near Maribel offer only electric and water hookups. "It would be nice if they had sewer at some weekend sites," notes Rowland L. about Devils River Campground. Some locations offer scheduled pump-out services instead of sewer connections at individual sites.
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