Wedges Creek Hideaway combines rustic sawmill charm with modern comforts in Wisconsin's rural landscape. Located on a double dead-end road in Greenwood, the property offers primitive cabins with ceramic heaters and comfortable beds alongside fully furnished houses for larger groups. The campground features electric hookups, miles of hiking trails, and hosts popular brick oven pizza nights with live music during summer weekends.
What to do
Explore hiking trails: At Council Grounds State Park Campground, visitors can enjoy multiple hiking paths through towering trees. "Beautiful hiking trails, but watch out for the biting deer flies as the sun goes down! Three kids got attacked in one of the trails and had huge welts and lots of tears," warns Amanda G.
Enjoy water recreation: Lake Arbutus provides excellent opportunities for boating and swimming. At East Arbutus Camp, "A warm shallow lake for swimming and boating, dog friendly, safe for kids," according to Kim L., who adds, "We really like how spacious and spread out the camp sites are. With big pine trees everywhere, there are lots of options for tents and campers."
Fishing access: Petenwell Park offers prime fishing locations. "Love camping right on the edge of the lake," notes Jabin W. The park includes a boat launch within the grounds, making it convenient for anglers to get on the water.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Jackson County East Arbutus Campground receives high marks for its layout. "What a great campground for a county park. You name it they have it. Like fishing or boating they have it. Like utv they have it," writes Michael L.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds in the area maintain well-kept bathrooms. At Russell Memorial Park, "Lovely county park with lots of campsites. Office staff is super friendly. Our site is right on the water... so calm and peaceful. Family friendly. Nice and clean," according to Stacey N.
Natural surroundings: Campers appreciate the wooded settings and natural features. At Chippewa NF Campground, "Sites are spread out with woods between the sites. Flush toilets with token operated showers," notes Philip M., adding that "Waterfront sites are usually full, but shallow boat ramp for trailers is close by."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the area operate from May through October or November. Council Grounds State Park Campground remains open year-round, offering options for winter camping enthusiasts.
Limited services: Some locations have restricted amenities. "Great area, nice boat lunch, but bring what you need as the closest gas station is 15 miles away," advises Jay about Petenwell Park.
Pet policies: Most campgrounds welcome pets with basic restrictions. Russell Memorial Park has an "easy pet policy. Just let the owner know and it's no problem as long as you are responsible, pick up after them and leash them when necessary," according to a camper.
Weather impacts: Spring conditions can affect the camping experience. "We had a huge storm during our stay that created a river in our site, so tent campers may want to choose wisely," warns Erin A. about Council Grounds State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Beach access: Several locations feature swimming areas ideal for children. At East Arbutus Camp, "The whole beach is sandy. They have ice and wood available. A nice playground as well," notes Michael L.
Playground options: Jackson County East Arbutus Campground includes facilities for younger visitors. "They have a nice playground as well," mentions a camper, making it suitable for families seeking glamping near Spencer, Wisconsin with children.
Safety considerations: Parents appreciate the security measures at some parks. At Russell Memorial Park, "We saw the sheriff's deputy drive through a number of times at night. Good to see them just making sure no one was causing any problems," notes Stacey N.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose carefully based on your RV size. At Russell Memorial Park, "Our site was a little hard to get into. We stayed at site 116 with a 40 ft 5th wheel. I would recommend booking early to get a better spot for a big rig," advises Juliana R.
Hookup availability: Electric sites are common, but full hookups are limited. "There are a few full hookup in the center of the campground but not many," notes Robert W. about Russell Memorial Park. Similarly, at Petenwell Park, "Only downfall is there is no sewer hook ups," according to Wayne O.
Dump station access: Plan for Sunday checkout lines at some locations. At East Arbutus Camp, "No sites with water or sewer so Sunday checkout there's a line of campers waiting to dump," warns Kim L.
