Top Tent Camping near Sparta, WI

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Best Tent Sites Near Sparta, WI (13)

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    1. Sparta DNR Campground

    4 Reviews
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    14 Saves
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed

    $15 - $21 / night

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    2. Justin Trails Resort

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    2 Saves

    If your dream vacation is full of details like soft forest light, colorful leaves, and winding trails—that is, if you are thinking of disconnecting and disappearing into the countryside for a few days—then resort camping at Justin Trails Resort eight miles from town is just the ticket. Rejuvenate your spirit and refresh your body with a hike around our 200-acre property or try your hand at disc golf. We have the #1 Disc Golf Course in all of Wisconsin!

    Songbirds chirp in the morning, wild turkey and deer cross the property, and an owl hoots as the sun sets over the ridge. Ready to make a booking at Justin Trails Resort? Review your options and make a booking with us online.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      4. Shady Rest Acres

      2 Reviews
      17 Photos
      22 Saves

      Camp along a Mississippi tributary beside the Minnesota-Wisconsin line in this whimsical farm paradise. Run around the pasture, take a walk in the forest or dip your toes in the flowing creek at Shady Rest Acres. You are welcome to sit back, relax, and observe the farm animals. No guest are allowed inside the fenced off area of pasture without a host with them. We do have 4 well behaved dog's an 8 indoor outdoor cats, cows, goats, sheep, mini donkeys, ducks, chickens, turkeys and honey bee's. Tent Sites Pitch a tent in the field beside a fire pit and get a great view of the night sky or pitch a tent beneath the walnut trees beside the creek and relax in a hammock. Bee Relaxed Studio If you would rather stay indoors, kick back in the fully furnished studio with a wood burning stove and vinyl record player. Please no pets in the studio. No matter where you decide to stay at Shady Rest Acres you will be in close proximity to the Mississippi River, Beaver Creek Valley State Park, and Great River Bluffs State Park. This area is great for hiking, fishing, kayaking, and swimming. When making reservations please include in your total any person over the age of two.

      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Cabins
      • Trash
      • Firewood Available

      $40 - $120 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Black River Falls State Forest Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island
      Camper-submitted photo from Black River Falls State Forest Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island
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      5. Black River Falls State Forest Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island

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      8 Saves

      Two primitive canoe campsites are available south of Black River Falls. These campsites are on the east side of the river and include a picnic table, fire ring and portable toilet. The sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to a one-night stay. A free Special Camp permit is required and can be picked up at the Castle Mound campground or the Black River Falls DNR Service Center. The permit can be filled out online or, if you’d like us to mail you one, please see our contact information. For additional information, including a map of canoe landings, see our Paddling the Black River brochure: https://p.widencdn.net/ixm7ly/Paddling-the-Black-River

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      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets
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      6. Houston Nature Center

      4 Reviews
      12 Photos
      7 Saves
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table
      • Firewood Available
      • Showers
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      8. Bryes Bad Axe Glamping

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      10 Saves

      Outback camping in luxury on the Bad Axe River! Trout fish and enjoy a fire on the river in a 10x12 wall tent with queen bed and all bedding. Outdoor kitchen completed stocked!

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      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Tent Cabin
      • Glamping

      $100 / night

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          10. Elroy Campground — Elroy-Sparta State Trail

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          The Elroy Campground is along Highway 71 near the intersection of Highway 80 in Elroy. An underpass allows campers to walk under Highway 71 and up a 100-yard asphalt road to the campground. This is a walk-to campsite. You must park your vehicle and walk approximately 0.4 miles along a steep incline to access the site.

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        Recent Tent Reviews In Sparta

        390 Reviews of 13 Sparta Campgrounds


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          Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Island City Campground
          Oct. 13, 2024

          Prairie Island City Campground

          Not my type of camping

          We went here as a last minute decision. We were placed in the middle of the seasonal crowd who were loud. Music was playing all day loud enough for half the campground to hear. When the music went up so did their conversations. I go for peace and quiet. If I wanted to be at a concert. I would have gone to a concert. Showers seemed ok but some areas to me seemed kinda junky.

        • AThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Buckhorn
          Sep. 30, 2024

          Buckhorn

          Great campground, nice staff, clean bathrooms

          We had a wonderful time on our visit. The facilities were clean, well maintained, and fully stocked! Super nice and helpful staff. Beautiful fall foliage. Some of the walk in campsites are a far walk from the parking. So, if you simply want car camping, make sure you pick an appropriate site!

        • Mike L.
          Camper-submitted photo from Sparta DNR Campground
          Sep. 27, 2024

          Sparta DNR Campground

          Non-resident upcharge ($30 vs. $15 plus fees)

          Sites are basic with water, pit toilets, tables and fire rings. I originally planned to stay here but came across the non-resident charges (my state does not do this). I made reservations at the Village of Norwalk and the town of Hillsboro instead. Both have City parks with free tent camping. Norwalk even has showers and RV spots. I've added both to The Dyrt library.

        • TThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek Valley State Park
          Sep. 19, 2024

          Beaver Creek Valley State Park

          Beautiful & peaceful

          Very nice QUIET park! RV Campsites are gravel with fire ring and picnic table. The sites are fairly level. There is also a cabin to rent. Many electric sites.

          Very nice hiking trails, make sure to check the map to plan easy hike up and steep hike downhill! Beautiful vistas on the Switchback trail.

          The Mossy Seep trail has interesting plants and unique growth.

          Big Spring Trail boarders the campground, easy walk to see the Spring. Tried to dip feet in the water but couldn’t leave them in the COLD water for long! Water is crystal clear and flowing fast.

          Bathroom (men’s) if functional, has running water at the sinks and showers work well.

          NO PHONE SERVICE which we appreciated.

          The Restaurant “Good Times” is 4 miles away and has good food and service. Also a grocery store in town in case you need more supplies.

          Leaves are just starting to change in September.

        • Angie V.
          Camper-submitted photo from Buckhorn State Park
          Aug. 29, 2024

          Buckhorn State Park

          Watch out for Pontoon Pirates with Dad Bods

          Site 29 is lovely - it's situated directly on the shoreline with a tiny slice of beach. The weather was excellent and with enough wind to quell the bugs. There was an eagle fishing in the bay with us. Plenty of hiking, canoeing, and kayaking opportunities inside the park, too.

          There is a bar and grill across the river with a live cover band on Friday night that could be heard loud and clear. Their setlist was pretty much identical to the 'Songs that Excite the White Folks' playlist on Spotify. We didn't mind it - it was amusing. They respectfully ended their set at 10pm sharp, so no big deal.

          Only one of the showers had warm water in the nearby bathhouse, but we were grateful for it. There is nice, dry wood for fires and ice situated at the entrance to the park. There is also a cute little general store just outside of the park that is well-stocked with necessities. It's next to a food truck with a chef who proudly shared that he's from Chicago and serves up homemade gyros off the spit. 100% I'm getting one next time I'm in the area.

          Our last day was kind of rough, though. A pontoon full of belligerent, drunken strangers blasting modern armpit country music pulled up to our site, parked their boat, got out, and made themselves at home in our campsite and proceeded to have a party. They blocked our entire beach access with their big fat pontoon so we couldn't use it at all. They got especially shrill when I suggested they park on an equally nice and secluded beach a mere 100 ft to the north that wasn't someone's campsite. They said too bad, they do it every weekend and that they're on public property. I'm pretty sure that's not how campsites work and what they were doing is trespassing, but I digress. Anyhow, one of the men started shouting some weird, irrelevant, cultish political nonsense that was probably intended to be offensive (while his unfortunate teenage son looked like he was about to keel over from cringe wishing his dad would keep his embarrassing opinions to himself). The irony of their 'don't tread on me' slogan was lost on them - they should just have a Jolly Roger mounted on their pontoon.

          It's obnoxious that these folks make a habit of colonizing occupied sites instead of reserving them like everyone else, but for us, this was an isolated incident. Everyone else we encountered on the trip was delightful and gracious.

          Anyhow, we decided to pack up a few hours early and head to Wisconsin Dells instead and we had a blast there, too.

        • Tanner D.
          Camper-submitted photo from Sidie Hollow County Ridge Campground
          Aug. 26, 2024

          Sidie Hollow County Ridge Campground

          Great place to get away

          My wife and I went there for the weekend and it was great. Clean and spacious sites. The bathrooms were even clean. They also provided free showers. The wood was a reasonable price and easily available at any time of the day. It was also pet friendly. I do wish that they hadn't cleared away so many trees. A little more shade would have been nice since we were in a tent. But other than that was was perfect.

        • Jarrett G.
          Camper-submitted photo from Great River Bluffs State Park
          Aug. 7, 2024

          Great River Bluffs State Park

          One of my favorites!

          Beautiful area with very nice trails. 20-30 mins to Winona, 20 mins to La Crosse. Not a huge site selection, but very nice sites. My wife and I try to go there as much as we can!

        • Zachary N.
          Camper-submitted photo from Petenwell Park
          Aug. 6, 2024

          Petenwell Park

          Campground for everyone

          My girlfriend and I have visited here and stayed here a few times they have many campsites for all types they have a separate campsite just for the RVs they have the main camp area where if you like to be around people you can and then they have the new expansion where it is more excluded they have and continue to make upgrades to the campground such as more electric and water at all their sites they also have put in new bathrooms and shower houses around their campground if you have any questions you should see Lisa in the office she is great

        • Nanette M.
          Camper-submitted photo from Sleepy Hollow Campground
          Aug. 5, 2024

          Sleepy Hollow Campground

          Horrible service

          My husband made a reservation for our 25th wedding anniversary and he was rushed in the hospital for an emergency surgery. We notified you 3 days in advance and you refused to give us even a partial refund! We only had that money to celebrate. You didn't even offer another date for us! We are now not able to enjoy our 25th! That's terrible that you will do nothing in such an emergency situation. I will be making this public in every venue I can. Disgusting that you will probably get paid by another person to stay there. How disappointing that you would offer us nothing! Very bad business.

        • wThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Hixton - Alma Center KOA
          Aug. 5, 2024

          Hixton - Alma Center KOA

          Nice clean place to stop

          We were coming back from a koa in Minnesota and decided to stop for the night, nice clean campground and a beautiful heated pool. Definitely would go back again

        • Michele B.
          Camper-submitted photo from The Reel Inn RV Campground & Log Lodge Resort
          Jul. 29, 2024

          The Reel Inn RV Campground & Log Lodge Resort

          Neat Clean & Friendly! Place was great easy in/out; Casual Just like we r

          Great Place;  Central to many key places with very low rates.  Clean and Friendly Next to a huge restaurant and bar that have the lowest prices for above average food.  Definitely recommend.  Overnight sites easy to get into and large sites.

        • KThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Perrot State Park
          Jul. 24, 2024

          Perrot State Park

          Private Sites Beautiful Park

          We spent 2 nights at this park and enjoyed our stay. The sites are well spaced and well separated by trees. The potable water has high nitrate levels so we had to buy drinking water as filters don’t remove nitrates.

        • Erin Z.
          Camper-submitted photo from Mill Bluff State Park
          Jul. 21, 2024

          Mill Bluff State Park

          Secluded, but noisy.

          We were at site #9, great spot for tent. There were only trees behind us and our neighbors were far enough way we had privacy. There was no electricity, but we charged our phones and my son’s iPad at the ranger station. There was no running water so bring sanitizer. The swimming pond was great and not rocky. The hikes were good but lots of mosquitoes which made it hard to enjoy. Wish there was more to do in the area. No showers and no electricity in the bathroom near our site.

        • Jarrett G.
          Camper-submitted photo from Kennedy County Park
          Jul. 15, 2024

          Kennedy County Park

          Simple, cheap, nice little campground.

          Just a handful of pretty decent sized sites. There's a shelter area and some nice little hiking trails. Just outside of New Lisbon if you need anything.

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          Camper-submitted photo from Whiskey Creek Family RV Park
          Jul. 7, 2024

          Whiskey Creek Family RV Park

          Great family park!

          This is a great destination RV park if you are looking for a family getaway or just a quiet trip for two. There is plenty to do at the park including a cool swimming pond with inflatables, live music most weekends, corn hole tournaments, Friday fish fry, and much more. My wife and I have a special needs adult son that they welcomed and fully accommodate. The park is clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. Sparta (Walmart plus other shops) is less than ten minutes away. The park is near an Amish community giving the region a great country feel.

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Alana Springs Lodge and Campground
          Jun. 15, 2024

          Alana Springs Lodge and Campground

          Very quiet rural campground

          We stayed here in our tent. This is a rural campground, somewhat dated, but very pleasant. It is true that the bathrooms were an older style but they were clean and functional and we found no fault with them. Most of the residents are seasonal and we had nice shady and grassy areas for tent camping, This campground is not near a busy highway, lake, or either area where there is a lot of noise. It is nice and quiet. The hostess was very nice and welcoming. We would certainly stay here again.

        • wThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Petenwell Park
          Jun. 10, 2024

          Petenwell Park

          Great first time campground

          Went to this campground and it was a pretty nice place. We parked out 36 foot RV in a wooded site. They have water from sites also. We will be back and next time we will be doing the water site.

        • wThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Petenwell Park
          Jun. 9, 2024

          Petenwell Park

          Nice park

          We came to petenwell park in just 2024. Very nice place and will be back again. Staff that we did talk to were friendly and helpful. If you want to bring a boat you can there is a landing in the park. Lots of places to park is your want wooded of water there here. Only downfall is there is no sewer hook ups.



        Guide to Sparta

        Camping near Sparta, Wisconsin, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

        What to do

        • Hiking: There are many trails to choose from. At Whitewater State Park, one visitor mentioned, "We hiked a trail with lots of steps," which adds a bit of a workout to your adventure. Another camper at Wildcat Mountain State Park noted, "The trails around have gorgeous views of the driftless area and Kickapoo river."
        • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Buckhorn State Park is a great spot. One reviewer said, "Good trout fishing here," making it a perfect place for anglers.
        • Canoeing and Kayaking: The Kickapoo River is popular for water activities. A visitor at Eagle Cliff Campground shared, "They offer lots of extras including tube rental and transport," which makes it easy to enjoy the water.

        What campers like

        • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Perrot State Park. One guest mentioned, "The sites are well spaced and well separated by trees," which adds a sense of privacy.
        • Clean Facilities: Clean restrooms and showers are a big plus. A reviewer at Great River Bluffs State Park said, "The facilities are great. Very clean bathroom with nice showers."
        • Wildlife: Many campers enjoy the wildlife. At Beaver Creek Valley State Park, one visitor noted, "We saw turtles, bald eagles and lots of other wildlife," making it a great spot for nature lovers.

        What you should know

        • Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service. A camper at Whitewater State Park mentioned, "Spotty cell service," so it might be a good idea to download maps ahead of time.
        • Mosquitoes: Some areas can have a lot of mosquitoes. A visitor at Perrot State Park warned, "Had to pull out the heavy-duty spray right out of the car."
        • Reservation Fees: Be aware of additional fees. A camper at Mirror Lake State Park mentioned, "The site cost was $35, but the Wisconsin DNR adds a 'parking fee' of $11," which can add up.

        Tips for camping with families

        • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. At Wisconsin Dells KOA, one parent said, "Nightly and daily planned activities. Again, great for the kiddos."
        • Playgrounds: Check for playgrounds nearby. A reviewer at Bluewater Bay Campground mentioned, "The campground is kid-friendly, with a playground and a pool."
        • Safety: Keep an eye on kids near water. A visitor at Eagle Cliff Campground noted, "Facilities were clean and well-maintained," which is reassuring for families.

        Tips from RVers

        • Big Rig Friendly: Look for campgrounds that accommodate larger RVs. Buckhorn State Park is noted as "big rig friendly," making it easier for larger vehicles.
        • Dump Stations: Ensure there are dump stations available. A camper at Wildcat Mountain State Park mentioned, "There’s a sanitary dump," which is essential for RVers.
        • Electric Hookups: Check for electric hookups if needed. A visitor at Eagle Cliff Campground said, "They offer electric hookups," which can make your stay more comfortable.

        Camping near Sparta, Wisconsin, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With beautiful parks and plenty of activities, it’s a great place to enjoy the outdoors.

        Frequently Asked Questions

        • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Sparta, WI?

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Sparta, WI is Sparta DNR Campground with a 4-star rating from 4 reviews.

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