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GuideSherwood Forest Campgrounds
$67 after tax for primitive. Overpriced. Nice place though. Easy to get in. Great for kids, but those us passing through…don’t.
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Petenwell Park campground accommodates tent, RV, and glamping campers with pets across its spacious, lake-adjacent sites. The main campground and two satellite camping areas offer full-hookup options for RVs and pet-friendly tent sites, many with lake views. Wilderness Park in Juneau County provides exceptional separation between campsites, creating a peaceful environment for camping with dogs along Wisconsin's second-largest lake. Most sites feature electric hookups, with some offering direct lake access. The park's facilities remain clean and well-maintained, with shower houses regularly updated throughout the camping season from May through October. South Wood County Park offers spacious waterfront sites on Lake Wazeecha with paved and grass camping pads that accommodate both tent and RV camping.
Lakeside Fire Campground & Waterpark maintains 218 pet-friendly sites with full hookup options including water, sewer, and 50-amp electrical service for RVs. Campers note the campground feels more spacious than expected despite offering resort-style amenities. Nearby trails surrounding Petenwell Lake provide excellent dog walking opportunities with lake access for pets that enjoy swimming. Moonlite Trails Campground offers peaceful sites with sand and grass camping areas, full hookups, and on-site firewood and ice available for purchase. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound at nearby Necedah National Wildlife Refuge, though pet owners should remain vigilant about tick prevention during summer months. Campground quiet hours typically begin at 10:00 PM with barking policies enforced to maintain the peaceful atmosphere appreciated by reviewers.
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1. Petenwell Park
"I have been going to this campground for years, walking around, going to the beaches, launching the family pontoon and fishing in Lake Petenwell. Everyone is always so friendly upon arrival."
"A nice camping option with a more peaceful, spread-out lake feel."
2. Wilderness Park (Juneau County)
"A great campground with out of this world lake views. Most sites come with amazing lake views. Great for watching the sun rise up over the lake. Great swimming, fishing and playing."
"Some sites with electric can be found with lake access. Plenty of space between sites. Very quiet campground with a play area, beaches and other nice features. "
Check Availabilityfrom $17 - $23 / night
3. South Wood County Park
"Some waterfront sites on lake Wazeecha. Great hiking and biking trails. Self serve firewood available. Lake has water ski shows in the summer. Price $20 -$28."
"This is a nicely wooded and well-kept park right on the shore of Lake Wazeecha. We were lucky and snagged a lakefront site."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $30 / night
4. Lakeside Fire Campground & Waterpark
"Ice cream 🍦 Shop in hot Dog 🌭"
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $65 / night
5. Pineland Camping Park
"Good place for 4 wheeling, plenty of trails. Home made pizza and Bloody Mary's"
6. Buckhorn State Park Campground
"If you’re looking for a campsite that transports you away from the usual Midwest fare, this is the place to be! The site we stayed at was beyond perfect."
"Gorgeous campground in the middle of no where Wisconsin! Perfect place to camp if you like to climb at Necedah! There are a few lake entrances and at one of them we saw a couple large gorgeous cranes!"
41 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $19 - $90 / night
7. Roche A Cri State Park Campground
"Chill and relaxing camp ground in Roche A’ Cri Wisconsin State park. Sites surrounded by old growth pines and adjacent to park’s name sake, Roche A’ Cri mound."
"Loved how the trails were located right off the campground loop. The 303 stairs to the top lookout is a workout and worth the trip for the view."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $18 - $34 / night
8. North Wood County Park
"Nice options to tent at and nice to walk around and do things"
"We stayed at site 59 which stretched down to a paved trail and then one of the lakes. We were close to the suspension bridge, which is a fun attraction."
9. Dexter Park
"It is right next to a beautiful river and lake. Very quiet and campers are very respectful. I would absolutely recommend this spot. It was $36 for one night. They also have a place to do laundry."
10. Moonlite Trails Campground
"Very peaceful and full hookup available with sewer dump near. Ice and wood in property. Very nice hosts and helpful when we needed wood."
Drive Time
- 59 min from Wausau, WI
- 1 hr 25 min from La Crosse, WI
- 1 hr 28 min from Oshkosh, WI
- 1 hr 32 min from Appleton, WI
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Nekoosa, WI
436 Reviews of 118 Nekoosa Campgrounds
Brenda Y.
RangerWildcat Mound County Park
Fantastic little park in the forest, and can't be beat for $7 per night! Camped here in October last in 43-ft motorhome and found a spot which had good sun for our solar. UTV trail entrances at campground, as well as hiking up and around the beautiful rock formations. No elec or water =no problem if you're used to dispersed camping anyway!
- ttraveller
Legendriver access with camping and park
Great gem of a spot
Has river access. Two parking lots Picnic area And make sure you go to the back of the field and take the suspension bridge trail
- jjack F.
TravelerNorth Wood County Park
Large county park with facilities
I biked into the park and was assisted by the campground host. The swimming area was closed for the season but there was much to see and explore. There was no way to pay in person at the campground. The cost was $27 per night but there was a hefty $10 processing fee. A bit high.
- Charlie Y.Guide
Woods Edge Campground
Cross country travelers
Last minute phone call reservation...early evening...We told the lady on the phone we would be arriving late...She stated she would email me specifics on the camp site etc. For one reason or another I never received the email. We arrived about 11pm. No information left for us in regards to site etc.,so we found what looked like an easy site to back into for the night. I made contact again via telephone with the same lady to get bath house code and mentioned to her that I never received the email....She was very nice and polite. Perhaps an envelope with information left out in addition to an email may have helped. However it was a nice campground, clean, safe, and secure ,Decent level lot with elec and water...Dump station on site.....I would use this campground again if I'm ever in the area. Even when you hit a snag such as not getting the check in email it sure is nice to hear a pleasant voice at the other end of the line.
- KKelly M.Guide
East Fork Campground
Camp on the Black River
The East Fork part of the campground is a beautiful area along the river. The sites are nicely spaced and there are pit toilets located throughout. The animals came alive at night and we could hear coyote packs howling to each other, owls hunting, and the crickets and frogs are still going. September makes for hot days and pretty cold nights, but there was good tree cover, that still allowed to see the ALL the stars. There was plenty of room for the 2 allowed cars. Site 124 is located at the end of a loop with dumpsters nearby, that were empty and clean. A very nice place to spend a couple nights!
- DDesiree Z.
ScoutEmrick Lake Campground & Resort
Owner is unbelievably rude and unprofessional
If you want one of their employees to scream at you in front of everyone during bingo saying I’m going to“beat your ass” then this is the place for you! Complained to owner; did nothing at all said I was in the wrong then proceeds to scream at a different employee in front of everyone saying“you’re out of here I don’t care if you don’t have a ride home” completely embarrassing& unprofessional. A yogi bear would never. Edit: owner comes up to me later in the night, says she was in the military and would have no problem‘kicking my ass.’ Then shushes me and asks if I’m always so difficult to talk to. Like seriously? This is who runs this place? Unprofessional
- JJes A.Guide
The Rock Camping Resort
Nice and quiet campground
When we visited mid-week in August for one night, we had the whole campground area to ourselves. The place is basically split in 2 sections - more permanent RVs and some cabins on one side of a dirt road and the campground on the other. The permanent side is pretty filled. There is a bar where you check in, a boat launch and I believe they have water sports equipment to rent but we didn’t use any of that.
On the campground side, there is one portapotty which seemed brand new - and the showers/bathroom facility is near the cabins, a pretty far walk from our site. Some of the first sites aren’t very level, we ended up switching sites to a more level site - sites before 106 don’t seem very level. There are a few paved pads for larger rigs and a lot of sites have electric and water. Clean campground, though I felt a bit expensive for the sites ($50/night).
Andy M.LegendSnyder Park
Nice clean quiet spot for the night.
Clean bathrooms, nice showers but they're a dollar for 6 minutes.
Guide to Nekoosa
Petenwell Park campground accommodates pets throughout its forested and lakefront sites, with most camping areas offering electric hookups and water access. Dogs must remain leashed while exploring the park's shoreline trails along Lake Petenwell. Both Wilderness Park and South Wood County Park maintain pet-friendly policies with spacious sites that provide adequate separation between camping neighbors. Bathroom facilities at these campgrounds remain consistently clean despite the presence of pets, with many campers noting the well-maintained shower houses. Some lakeside campsites experience occasional biting flies during summer months, so pet owners should bring appropriate insect protection. Camping options include both tent and RV sites with hookups, though pet owners should note that Petenwell requires pets to stay within designated camping zones.
Lakeside Fire Campground & Waterpark extends pet access beyond typical tent and RV sites to include their cabin accommodations. Dogs enjoy swimming access at several waterfront campsites where clean water access makes exercise convenient. Moonlite Trails Campground offers full hookup sites with pets welcome, providing a more secluded option with fewer campers. Wood County parks in the region maintain hiking paths ideal for morning dog walks, with most trails connecting directly to camping areas. Veterinary services require driving to nearby towns, as the closest communities with animal care facilities sit approximately 15 miles from most campgrounds. Winter camping with pets remains available at select year-round parks including Petenwell, though winter amenities may be limited. Lakeside areas can experience algae blooms depending on wind conditions, potentially affecting pet swimming opportunities.
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