Best Tent Camping near Shawano, WI
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Best Tent Sites Near Shawano, WI (8)
1. Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road
Mountain, Wisconsin3 Reviews•9 Photos•92 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
2. Ada Lake Recreation Area
Wabeno, Wisconsin4 Reviews•9 Photos•33 SavesAda Lake Recreation Area is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of some of the more popular recreation sites on the Lakewood-Laona District. It has many amenities of the other recreation areas, just not all the crowds. There are plenty of sites to see on the district and Ada Lake Recreation area can serve as a home base. Clear water, a sandy beach, and a blue sky are all it takes for many to have a memorable camping experience. Ada Lake Campground offers this and more. The exceptionally clear water makes it great for swimming, and the lake contains northern pike, bass, rainbow trout, and panfish. Another nice feature is the boat landing which makes the lake easily accessible to non-motorized boats. The Ada Lake Recreation Area is near popular local site-seeing spots Quartz Hill, Jone’s Springs Area, Cathedral Pines and Knowles Creek Interpretive Trail. So, if you like to camp, swim, boat and fish then the Ada Lake Recreation Area is the place for you, conveniently located just 5 minutes southwest of Wabeno. Ada Lake is one of our dog friendly recreation areas.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
3. Old Veterans Lake County Park
Athelstane, Wisconsin4 Reviews•7 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Dispersed
$17 / night
4. Ada Lake NF Campground
Wabeno, Wisconsin2 Reviews•1 Photo•21 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Trash
5. Camp Wilderness
King, Wisconsin1 Review•2 Photos•6 Saves- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
- Dispersed
6. Plover River Retreat
Be the first to review!Stevens Point, Wisconsin•9 Photos•8 SavesWe invite you to set up camp on our quiet shores of the Little Plover River and enjoy a break from the fast paced world. Located on 150 yards of water frontage, Plover River Retreat is situated by an old lumber mill, complete with a dam, which provides bountiful Northern Pike fishing during certain times of the year.
We have a wooded 5 acre homestead, with plenty of areas to set up your tent campsite. Trash bin and fire ring are available. We have one main site at the base of the dam, where the grass is mowed and maintained, with other areas available for additional tents. Can accommodate larger groups, but additional sites are very rustic. Each tent will be an additional charge. You are able to see our homestead from the river bottom, but natural foliage such as large fiddlehead ferns and trees block our view from the home, so there is privacy.
Come wade and splash in our slice of river paradise! Our water frontage is shallow, between 1-3 feet, and mostly sandy/rocky. Highly suggest water shoes for ease of walking and swimming.
If you’re more adventurous, kayaks and a canoe are available for rent and can be put in on either side of the dam. Tubes are also available for rent and can be used for a 45 minute float or a 3 hour float down the Little Plover River. It’s not uncommon to spot Bald Eagles, turtles, otter, and deer on our stretch of the river.
Each site is a short 3-4 minute walk from our main home where we are available to field any questions or address emergencies. Shores are quiet and mostly undeveloped. We are a 15 minute drive to Stevens Point, and a 25 minute drive to Wausau.
Firewood available for purchase on site. Flexible check in/check out policy.
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
- Firewood Available
$30 / night
Recent Tent Reviews in Shawano
345 Reviews of 8 Shawano Campgrounds
C N.
Guide
Lake Emily Park
3 sites great for a group
Did some fall camping with friends, and there were 4 family’s. 3 of them stayed in these three sites which were fairly wide open and kind of looked over the lake. They would be great sites to book as a group, but I wouldn’t recommend them to book individually as you wouldn’t have much privacy, more so in the middle site. These three sites are E, F, and G. Bit if a corner site and you are next to some private homes.
- C N.Guide
Lake Emily Park
Great location and plenty of space
I have came here a couple times with friends for fall camping. The campground doesn’t have a lot of extra amenities, but still a nice simple campground to be in. There are a mix of sites that have a little more privacy, and others that are wide open which would be better for group setups.
hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
Jordan Park
Nice small campground
The good Small campground clean nice walking trails,dog friendly main park across hwy free and clean showers. The bad is a lot of road noise some sites are very close together.
- EElaine W.
Traveler
North Bay Shore Park
secluded
Peaceful, quiet, easy to book and well kept! Bathroom was ice cold and only cold water in bathroom. Very nice hot water in shower house. They made us pay for 2 nights when we only stayed for one on a Monday(not a weekend) but I’d absolutely recommend this campground! Very peaceful!!
- EElaine W.Traveler
Bay Shore Park
Very secluded
Very nice and and quite! Bathroom only has cold water but shower house has nice hot water. We are here on a Monday and it made us pay for 2 nights so that’s my biggest complaint but this is a very secluded and clean park so I’d stay here again!
Tori K.
Legend
Brown County Reforestation Campground
Nice location!!
Great place to stay! Big rig friendly! Gravel pads and each site comes with a picnic table and fire pit. Bathrooms in the campground were clean and I believe there were showers.
- CCharles N.Guide
Mountain Lakes
Nice quiet spot
We were to only ones here camping. This area has 3 sites 2 next to each other west side of lake and 1 on the north side of the lake. All have lake frontage. We choose the single, north of the lake site. The only drawback to this site it is right on the road with mostly ATV, UTV traffic. I would stay here again.
- DDavid V.
ScoutMaple Heights Campground
Nice family camping
Busy highway noise all night. Showers pool mini-golf. No lake river or fishing.
- Ken G.Guide
Bay Shore Park
Nice woody sites near the lake
We stayed in the primitive area which wasn't crowded at all just after labor day. The sites were nice and wooded with lots of privacy. It rained most of the time we were there so we didn't get to explore much. Tried to walk down to the lake from our site, but just got to the top of the cliffs on the lake.
The automated pay system insisted we pay for 2 nights since they considered Thursday to be a weekend night. This is just silly. Thursday is NOT a weekend night.
We only spent one night due to the rain.
- CCharles E.Traveler
Hartman Creek State Park Campground
Expensive if your non-resident .
Campground is adequate, it has a functioning shower house and private spots. I used a primitive campsite and it cost me $30 ($15 if your from WI). That was on top of the $11 non resident park entrance fee. So $41 for a primitive tent site, $47.50 if you count the bundle of firewood I bought from them. So yeah, keep that in mind if coming here as a non resident. I’m sure there are cheaper places nearby.
- Dave S.Scout
Wild West Campground & Corral
Great place to camp
This was quiet and peaceful. When we needed our fire pit cleaned out theg came pretty quickly. Being able to watch the horses was very calming. We would recomend this place to others and we would go back.
Nicholas P.TravelerMountain Lakes
Amazing view, not free
I stayed three nights over Labor day weekend. There was an ATV festival in lakewood that i was unaware of until arriving so there was a lot of dust and noise. ATV riders also frequently walk into your camp to use the toilet. I had to adjust my camp for privacy after the first couple of groups.
Aside from that the camp is the perfect size for vans, small trailers or tents. The ground is not very even but you could probably get one or two tents in there.
No fish in the lake. Don't bother trying.
The worst part was finding the pay station. Its at a campsite on highway T about 3 miles south of 64. It's $5 per night cash or check only. I spoke with a park ranger who was checking in at camps, he said they were going to post maps next year at each site.
There is a small easy to climb path straight down to the lake. It's a fairly soft, muddy bank but I was able to launch my kayak easily from there.
If you are hammock camping this is a fantastic spot.
Julia B.Traveler
Boulder Lake
Beautiful site
We had site 18 which is right on the water and across from the shower house. It was decently spaced out from the other sites. The shore was pretty level and easy to get our kayaks in and out. The shore is shallow and mostly sand. Nice for swimming. We did catch one bass off the shore. The firepit grate was most of the bars so that made grilling a little harder. Be aware the sites to the east are higher elevation and looked like it was steep to get down to the water. Shower house was nice and clean. The first night we did hear a bunch of teens yelling at the shower house around midnight, but they either got kicked out or left because we didnt hear them again. The waterfront sites are on the main road, so you do hear all the RVs coming and going. Definitely will go back!
- hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
McCaslin Brook Dispersed site
Nice sites along brook
There are three sites two small one large site which you can fit larger camper or RV in. Entrances need a lot of TLC washed out and large drop from paved road. Middle camp site has best access to brook I put a 8 foot pop up in it you could go bigger 20 foot max. One site I would say is tent only very tight. Wilderness toilet but they look pretty full.
- MMakenzie S.Traveler
Shawano County Park
First stay at this campground and would definitely go back
Stayed for the first time at this campground in July and loved it. We stayed on a tent site, it was huge and had electric. I love that the campground is right on the lake and there’s quite a few amenities for people who boat. It is pet friendly and the bathrooms are quite a walk but clean and hot water is available.
- MMakenzie S.Traveler
Chute Pond Park
One of my favorite campgrounds
Chute pond park is one of my favorite campgrounds to stay at. They have reasonable rates, clean bathrooms and almost all sites are electric. 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.
Cassie W.Guide
Kinney lake campground
Fun campground but very strict
We loved camping here when it was farmer genes our whole family. My brother's family and my parents. Now we can't camp here. None of us because of dog discrimination.
Jenni C.Traveler
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.
- hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
Mountain Lakes Rd Dispersed
Rustic camping
Small pull off little ways off 64 on mountain lakes Rd. Pick nik table and fire ring. Big site for ATV campers right off trail can probably get toy hauler in here easy.
- hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
Mountain Lakes
Nice spot
Didn't camp just stopped and looked. Small shallow lake soft muddy bottom no beach. Two sites close together not much shade at the two theres a third site down road a little bit. Third site is tent only very uneven has wilderness toilet.
- hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road
River off mountain lakes Rd
Small site little rough to get into a lot of trash left. Short path to river this is a two site spot good distance between them.
- hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
Keller Lake Campground
Hidden gem
Quiet spot not many campers. Nice rapids by dam. Some hiking and fishing. Only five campsites. there is a bar within walking distance and firewood for sale nearby.
- hesselinkj@yahoo.comGuide
Oconto River-2nd Branch
South branch oconto river
Small campground along river with handicap access to river.pit Toilets there is a 5 dollar parking fee per day. There are two site good distance apart. Not much shade handicap fishing along river handicap picknick tables.
Molly M.Guide
Old Veterans Lake Campground — Governor Earl Peshtigo River State Forest
Rustic but great camping
Beautiful little spot. Clear swim area, decent fishing. Saw turtles, snakes, and frogs. Wild blackberries along the trails and camp sight. Good fire ring, clean vault toilets, big camp sites.
- Cassie W.Guide
S’Mores Campground
Cute small campground
Small campground but it's nice and has a pool and playground plus a lake.
- ppeter V.Scout
Door County KOA Holiday
Overall a good experience
We rented a camper for the first time and decided to go here. We appreciated the facilities and the fact that there was help available if necessary.
The campground is big with lots of sites. Some are in a big field that was really crowded. I’m glad we asked for a wooded site.
The biggest downside was noise. We were there over the 4th of July. There were golf carts that circled the campgrounds blaring loud music on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th of July. I get celebrating the 4th but this was pretty annoying.
But overall this was good. It helped me realize I prefer more remote camping. I’m not sure the resort feel of this KOA is for me, but that is a preference. There is a lot to like and a lot to do here.
Mish G.ScoutShawano County Park
Satisfied
Currently in the park for 2 weeks. Good setting, situated on Shawano Lake although not directly lake side. The beach is big with a two lane boat launch.
Guide to Shawano
Shawano, Wisconsin, offers a variety of tent camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful retreat in nature.
Tent campers should check out Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road
- This site provides a unique experience with its proximity to a river, making it ideal for those who enjoy fishing and relaxing by the water at the Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road.
- With a rustic feel and minimal amenities, it’s perfect for campers seeking solitude and a chance to connect with nature.
- The site allows pets, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure.
Explore the scenic beauty of Ada Lake Recreation Area
- Located in Wabeno, the Ada Lake Recreation Area features well-kept amenities and a picturesque setting, making it a great spot for families.
- The campground is surrounded by the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, offering numerous hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing.
- Enjoy a peaceful day at the beach or take your kayak out on the lake, where only electric motors are allowed, ensuring a tranquil atmosphere.
Discover the tranquility of Old Veterans Lake County Park
- Situated near Crivitz, Old Veterans Lake County Park is known for its secluded sites and beautiful lake views, perfect for a quiet getaway.
- The park offers a chance to swim, fish, and explore the surrounding nature, making it a great choice for outdoor activities.
- With well-maintained facilities and a peaceful environment, it’s an excellent spot for families and those looking to unwind in nature.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Shawano, WI is Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road with a 4-star rating from 3 reviews.
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