Top Tent Camping near Medford, WI

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Medford and then fall asleep in your tent? Find the best tent camping sites near Medford. Would you prefer a quiet dispersed site or an established camgpround with amenities? Either way, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect place to pitch your tent.

Best Tent Sites Near Medford, WI (9)


Recent Tent Reviews In Medford

201 Reviews of 9 Medford Campgrounds


  • Scott J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Chapman Park Campground
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Chapman Park Campground

    Nice views clean camp ground

    We are passing through off highway 94 needed a place to park the camper for the night. We pulled in on Saturday over Labor Day weekend and the campground is only half full so this is a great spot for those folks just passing by. Guaranteed to have an opening.

    Campground is on a peninsula so bugs are bad at night. Paved roads and nice grass. Shower facilities are older but clean. There is a lighted park for kids to play at night and plenty of fishing.

    Also they have 20-30-50amp hook ups with a dump and water

  • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Eastwood NF Campground
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Eastwood NF Campground

    Dark nights and quiet

    Sites are well spread out, you barely notice they are other sites nearby. Dark and quiet at night. We didn’t get a chance to check out the Dam Lodge but were able to walk the Ice Age Trail which was just a path along the waters edge and was swampy in most areas. There are a couple of Pit toilets and a hand pump for water The pit toilets were tolerable to use( didn’t gag you)

  • Jenni C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dells of the Eau Claire Park Campground
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Dells of the Eau Claire Park Campground

    Beautiful

    Nestled between towering trees, the campsites here were clearly marked and tidy. Each site has a nice fire ring with grate. Main road is paved and sites are small gravel. Hiking/running trails are wide enough to accommodate strollers.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sailor Lake NF Campground
    Aug. 15, 2024

    Sailor Lake NF Campground

    Quiet & Solitude

    There are a lot of sites here, but we were essentially alone with only one other party on our loop! Extremely quiet! We saw only one fishing boat during our four night stay.

  • Go A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Eastwood NF Campground
    Jul. 25, 2024

    Eastwood NF Campground

    Bob A. Pennypacker

    Discover the beauty of Eastwood NF Campground, a family-friendly haven nestled in the serene landscapes of northern Wisconsin. With access to a stunning recreation area, this campground offers everything from picturesque hiking trails to a scenic lake perfect for relaxation and adventure. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking your RV, Eastwood NF Campground provides the perfect blend of nature and comfort for families looking to unwind. Plus, for those moments when you want to relax indoors, don’t forget to check out the gogoanime app for endless entertainment options! Enjoy the best of both worlds with outdoor adventures and anime entertainment at your fingertips.

  • Tiffany K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Brunet Island State Park
    Jun. 7, 2024

    Brunet Island State Park

    Cozy campground with water focus

    Enjoyed this island campground. There is a RV focused and a tent focused camping loops. This is a nice location for fisherman and kayaks/canoes. There are a few hiking trails that are loaded with mosquitoes (given the location and amount of water). There is a small beach to play in the water, playground and ball field. The bathrooms are nicely kept but dated. Great location to go with kids.

  • Jamie S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wissota State Park
    Jan. 6, 2024

    Lake Wissota State Park

    Great!

    Great camp site, the ground was a little rocky so it was a little difficult to get the stakes in but we were able to get them in. Hiking trail right next to the campsite. Bathrooms and showers are nearby as well. Great place to stay!

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Brunet Island State Park
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Brunet Island State Park

    Best state park I’ve been to!

    Stayed here on a east/west camping trip. Beautiful state park. Sites are shaded and large. Big enough that we were able to tie out 2 large dogs each on 30 ft leads. 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. Great place to walk. Staff and hosts very friendly and helpful. Don’t be alarmed when you drive by a school and housing area to get to it! The park also has an off leash dog park. I wasn’t able to check that out though but have wished state parks would consider adding. Bathrooms extremely clean with the best state park showers Ive ever used (and I mostly camp at state parks across the US). If I get back to this area I would definitely camp here again.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Brunet Island State Park
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Brunet Island State Park

    Quiet, clean SP

    We camped here the end of August. When I booked our site the state park website showed it as the only available site for our 4 day stay. So we booked the 4th night at a different site, same park. However, no one ever came into the original site. We also noticed this occurred with some other sites that were vacant during our entire stay. I’m sure not the parks fault. In state folks (we are out of state so paid more) don’t mind the cancellation fee or book way out and then change. Very frustrating when you have to move your camper for one night. Staff very nice. Flush toilets and bathhouse very clean. Showers with hot water and good water pressure. Sites are wooded and good size. Only complaint is the dirt base all around the campsites (very little grass due to the shade). We are from VA and most state parks have gravel pads. Nice walking trails. Didn’t see the picnic/swim area as dogs weren’t allowed anywhere there. They do have one fishing kayak. Not very good for shore fishing. Not thrilled with site #6 but site #22 was great with a nice view of the lake.

  • d
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Point County Park
    Jul. 18, 2023

    Pine Point County Park

    Nice place to camp

    Have only been here in the fall (late Sept and Oct) and there were only a few other people in the park. Bring your own wood this time of year, no one was around to buy it from. Sites are nice and wooded

  • Mike R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wissota State Park
    Jun. 29, 2023

    Lake Wissota State Park

    Solid Campground with Pizza and Beer close by

    So I love goin to this campground. It has nice lakeside sites on a bluff above the water and they are fairly well laid out. There is a trial along the bluff connecting the two main loops of the campground. Showers and restrooms work, but are showing their age. They are scheduled to be rebuilt in the next couple of years...hopefully. One of the best parts of this is its proximity to breweries. Not talking Lienies, that's generally ok beer, but the Brewing Projekt, that's amazing beer. It's in downtown Eau Claire, but worth the drive. Also, if you want pizza, which is something we like to do on the day we arrive Chippewa Falls has pretty much anything you need within 20 of the campground. Nice hiking and biking trails as well. I've camped here in Spring, Summer and Fall and multiple sites.

  • loren S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wissota State Park
    Jun. 23, 2023

    Lake Wissota State Park

    Brillant campground

    Lake is huge with alot to explore. Not an overabundance of boat traffic. Camp facilities are brand new. Sites a level, plenty of shade. Hiking trails are awesome.

  • Her J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Otter Lake Chippewa County
    Jun. 20, 2023

    Otter Lake Chippewa County

    Bass fishing

    Pros: 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. Just gotta find them with your fish finder.

    Cons: Watch out for logs. Lots of tree stumps in shallow areas. Very green water. Low water clarity. 

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

  • loren S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wissota State Park
    Jun. 12, 2023

    Lake Wissota State Park

    Excellent placeYou

    New facilities and hot showers. Great hiking trails, mountain biking. Equestrian trails also. Lake is huge, walleye are prevalent. Kayaking is great with other boat ramps available. Sites heavily wooded, low noise and light pollution. Easy access to all activities.

  • debe K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Harstad Park
    May. 10, 2023

    Harstad Park

    Great place basically boondocking!

    It is a rustic campground 27 sites, pump for water, pit toilets. Has pavilion due to get electricity in July 2023? Canoe/kayak launch on the Eau Claire River. New playground equipment 2022. 27 large rustic sites, firewood available for sale onsite!! No electric but great rustic camping.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Chapman Park Campground
    Sep. 27, 2022

    Chapman Park Campground

    Great Overnight Stop

    Stopped on a Sunday night without reservations. Nice, quiet campground between 2 small lakes and next to a deer park. Large, level sites with electric hookups. Campground allowed nightly to monthly rental. Some trailers appeared to have been there long periods of time. Bathrooms and showers older but very clean.

  • Amber C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dubay Park Campground
    Sep. 17, 2022

    Dubay Park Campground

    Peaceful

    We only got to stay one night here. The spaces seem close to neighbors but our site was pretty large in the back. Easy to back into. Really quiet and the lake views are serene. Nice little playground too. The site managers were really friendly and helpful. I would love to come back so we could enjoy the site more!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Harbor Campground
    Sep. 7, 2022

    Pine Harbor Campground

    Great, quiet campground

    Stopped for a one night stay on a cross country motorcycle trip. Very reasonable price for a tent with electric site. Asked to near the facilities and they did not disappoint. Guy at the desk had some good recommendations for dinner and was very friendly and helpful.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Brunet Island State Park
    Aug. 23, 2022

    Brunet Island State Park

    Waterfront and in the pines

    A pretty little state park in a pine forest. Nearly every campsite in the northern campground has waterfront access. So many lovely kayak routes on a peaceful flowage area. Only complaint is the noise from a nearby state highway - the noise travels out here. Try to book site 42, you’ll thank me later.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Brunet Island State Park
    Aug. 12, 2022

    Brunet Island State Park

    A kayakers dream…

    Brunet Island is a kayakers paradise, you can literally get your kayak in the water from any site. Most sites are either waterfront or a short trail to the water. Our site was good sized and magnificent views were had. We used the north campground, a hike to flush toilets which are in the south campground. The south campground is basically an RV park, if that isn’t your thing I would go with the north campground.

  • Amber G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Marathon Park Campround
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Marathon Park Campround

    Convenient - But not truly Outdoorsy

    The campground is part of a larger park. There are multiple playgrounds, tennis courts, splash pads and even an amphitheater and ice rinks within the park.

    There is a lot of traffic during the day from park visitors. The evening is mostly quiet, but with traffic noise from the outside of the park streets and occasional loud vehicles that can be disruptive. Morning was largely quiet as well.

    The campsites themselves are small — if you have a camper there’s not much room outside. Even the tent spaces are small.

    There are no open fires allowed - which didn’t bother us given it was just an overnight stop. You can use grills etc though.

    Being a city park it is quite well lit - which has its pros and cons. The back left corner where the nonelectric tent sites are seems to be one of the less bright areas. We slept fine with the rain cover off.

    There is a 2 day minimum for online reservations. That’s not required for walk up self registration so you can do one day as a walk up. Self registration has a 3 day maximum.

    There is a bathroom/shower for the campers. As a walk up registrant you will have to contact the phone number on the board to get the code. Not sure if online registrations get it in the email. There are other bathrooms (no showers) that are not locked that are a further walk into the park though.

    Overall it was a nice place to stay over spending $100+ for a hotel room on a quick overnight on our way further north.

  • kassondra T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Brunet Island State Park
    Jun. 22, 2022

    Brunet Island State Park

    The prettiest waterfront site

    We camped here last weekend and it was a little slice of paradise. We had a waterfront site (most of the nonelectric sites are along the water) and it was perfect for kayaking. My only advice would be to get a site along the main river for fishing/swimming as we were on the inside and the water was very murky. If we go back we’re going to try to book site 42 (along with every one else as it seems that site is always in high demand) as it is a small site, but allows for fishing, swimming and kayaking all from the site itself. Not very shady and no trees at that one though and our site (49) had plenty.



Guide to Medford

Camping near Medford, WI, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly environment, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Lake Wissota State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Best trails and lots of wildlife. The park staff is great also."
  • Fishing and Water Activities: At Brunet Island State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and kayaking. A visitor noted, "Brunet Island is a kayaker's paradise; you can literally get your kayak in the water from any site."
  • Relaxing by the Lake: Spend a day at Coon Fork Campground where you can enjoy lakeside views. One reviewer said, "The campground is lovely considering it's only $20 for lakeside."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Stoney Creek RV Resort remarked, "We’re new to camping and we had no idea what to expect. The park is well kept and clean."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer generous space between sites. A camper at Council Grounds State Park Campground mentioned, "Sites were spaced nicely."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like O'Neil Creek Campground provide plenty of activities for kids. One parent shared, "This place has all kinds of activities for children and large pull-thru sites."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for mosquitoes, especially near water. A camper at Brunet Island State Park Campground noted, "There are a few hiking trails that are loaded with mosquitoes."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities. A visitor at Big Eau Pleine Park Campground mentioned, "No water. You now pay to dump your waste."
  • Noise Levels: Campgrounds near highways can be noisy. A camper at Jordan Park said, "The campground is cute and small but the people working at the park then were awful."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like O'Neil Creek Campground that offer activities for kids. A reviewer said, "Great place for families; there is a creek flowing through it to tube, swim, and even kayak."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. One camper at Coon Fork Campground mentioned, "The kids enjoyed skating around the loops."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for hungry little ones. A parent at Lake Wissota State Park Campground noted, "Bathrooms and showers are nearby as well. Great place to stay!"

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites before booking. A visitor at Stoney Creek RV Resort said, "The lots are nice sites in a variety of settings."
  • Be Aware of Noise: Some RV sites can be close to busy roads. A camper at Jordan Park mentioned, "The traffic that does exist was not very disruptive."
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Make use of dump stations available at campgrounds like Brunet Island State Park Campground to keep your RV clean. A visitor noted, "The bathrooms are nicely kept but dated."

Camping near Medford, WI, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking adventure.

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