River Park features four secluded camping sites near Stephenson, Michigan, approximately 22 miles northeast of Mountain, Wisconsin. The equestrian-friendly campground sits on the banks of a river where mini rapids form at the convergence point. Access roads can be challenging for larger vehicles due to bumpy terrain and tight turns, with a maximum recommended RV length of 38 feet.
What to do
Tubing and water activities: Chute Pond Park offers accessible water recreation options for campers. "The fishing was great hiking trails were clean and nice. The fishing is fantastic. Even a place to ride a tube down a lazy river," notes Jeremy B. about Chute Pond Park.
Kayaking and boating: Many water-based activities await visitors to the area's campgrounds. "There's lots to do the whole weekend whether you want to go hiking, fishing, boating, small cliff jumping, or take a walk to slippery rock. This year they also have now available kayaks for rent at $20 per hour," shares Makenzie S. about Chute Pond Park.
ATV trails: For off-road enthusiasts, several horse campgrounds near Mountain, Wisconsin provide trail access. "The access to the ATV trails really makes this campground a convenience gem! The camp store is also supe convenient if you forget smores and Fire supplies," writes Shelby N.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the spacious layout at many area campgrounds. "Each campsite seems to be separated pretty far apart. I couldn't see anyone else from my site (#2)," says Cole M. about his experience at River Park.
Waterfront access: Sites with river views rank among visitors' favorites. "We are in site 3 overlooking the River. We will come back again; each site had a trash and fire ring," notes Zachary J. about his July visit to River Park.
Natural features: The area's unique geology creates special attractions. "Slippery Rock is a waterfall from the river that you can actually slide down. They also have a rock you can jump off as well into water," explains Emily K. about her experiences at Chute Pond Park.
What you should know
Road conditions: Access roads to some equestrian campgrounds near Mountain can be challenging. "The road in was a little muddy but not bad enough to get stuck. My only complaint was the amount of trash in the fire pits," reports Eric S. about River Park.
Varying facilities: Amenities differ between campgrounds in the area. "They do have RV sites with full hookups. Showers and flushable toilets up at the entrance. Brochures and local information available as well," explains Matthew J. about Embarrass River Campground.
Seasonal considerations: Peak summer periods bring more visitors. "The weekends are busy there all summer long. There is a beach area but sometimes it gets washed out pretty bad," notes Raechel S. about Marathon County Dells of the Eau Claire Park.
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-friendly features: Some campgrounds cater specifically to families with children. "Very children and family oriented, some shorter trails, fishing area, playground, beach (always full of weeds)," notes Two Snoops about Chute Pond Park.
Be aware of terrain hazards: Some sites require extra vigilance with young visitors. "There was a good amount of broken glass and some trash at site 2, so be careful if you have little ones or dogs," warns Gwynn S. about River Park.
Check entertainment options: Music-focused campgrounds provide additional activities. "While it may not look like much from the road in the approach, as the photos and some of the signage suggests, this camp is largely centered around music," explains David K. about Green's Green Acres Campground.
Tips from RVers
Size restrictions: Large rigs face limitations at many sites in this region. "I have a 38' long, 12'+ tall bumper pull and was scraping the roof on trees and struggled to get backed into the site," cautions Cole M. about his experience at River Park.
Check cell service: Connectivity varies widely across horse campgrounds near Mountain, Wisconsin. "Cell service with Att is horrible too but we are camping," notes Cole M. about River Park.
Consider hookup options: Available utilities differ between campgrounds. "Ok, large area," says Robert F. succinctly about Green's Green Acres Campground RV sites, which offer electric and water hookups but no sewer connections.
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