Top Tent Camping near Spencer, WI
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Best Tent Sites Near Spencer, WI (13)
1. Coon Fork Lake
14 Reviews•20 Photos•95 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
2. Northside Lake Eleven Campsite
1 Review•15 Photos•23 SavesThis varied segment in the Chequamegon National Forest, with a distinct Northwoods feel, highlights the clear, deep kettle Lake Eleven and many other glacial features associated with the Perkinstown End Moraine. Primitive camping on national forest lands. Several walk to campsites (TA22, TA28) are located at Lake Eleven.
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3. Eastwood NF Campground
4 Reviews•10 Photos•1 Save- Fires
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- Tents
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
4. Wazee Lake Rec Area
2 Reviews•5 Saves- Tents
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5. Curtiss Village Park
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6. North Twin Lake Recreation Area
1 Review•3 SavesThe North Twin Campground__will remain__closed for the 2019 camping season. This closure only impacts the campground the boat landing remains open. Eastwood, Picnic Point, Spearhead Point and Westpoint are all other Forest Service campgrounds near North Twin.__To find additional camping opportunities in the Medford area please visit__http://medfordchamber.org/taylor-county-tourism/.
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7. Sailor Creek Campsite
1 Review•15 Photos•11 Saves- Pets
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8. Camp New Wood County Park
2 Reviews•3 Photos•12 Saves- Pets
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
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- Picnic Table
9. Merlin Lambert Park
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10. Black River Falls State Forest Canoe Campsite Near Hawk Island
1 Review•4 Photos•8 SavesTwo 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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Recent Tent Reviews In Spencer
169 Reviews of 13 Spencer Campgrounds
- Jason P.
Traveler
McMullen County Park
Nice, peaceful county campground
Great place with plenty to do. Fishing, kayaking, beach, flush toilets, hot CLEAN showers!!
Scott J.Traveler
Chapman Park Campground
Nice views clean camp ground
We are passing through off highway 94 needed a place to park the camper for the night. We pulled in on Saturday over Labor Day weekend and the campground is only half full so this is a great spot for those folks just passing by. Guaranteed to have an opening.
Campground is on a peninsula so bugs are bad at night. Paved roads and nice grass. Shower facilities are older but clean. There is a lighted park for kids to play at night and plenty of fishing.
Also they have 20-30-50amp hook ups with a dump and water
Greg D.
Guide
Eastwood NF Campground
Dark nights and quiet
Sites are well spread out, you barely notice they are other sites nearby. Dark and quiet at night. We didn’t get a chance to check out the Dam Lodge but were able to walk the Ice Age Trail which was just a path along the waters edge and was swampy in most areas. There are a couple of Pit toilets and a hand pump for water The pit toilets were tolerable to use( didn’t gag you)
Zachary N.
Scout
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
- wwayne O.Traveler
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
Cassie W.Guide
Vista Royale Campground Ltd
Awesome campground
We return yearly for trick or treat weekend. We also camp during the summer as well! Had my kids double birthday party here and it was fun! I'm so glad the campground allows visitors. I hate campgrounds that are strict on that! Keeps us coming back! Lots of room for kids to bike and play while the parents enjoy the campground! This year we will be here 3x!
- Greg K.Guide
Coon Fork Lake
Not returning
Not bad and a more reasonable price.
Go A.ScoutEastwood NF Campground
Bob A. Pennypacker
Discover the beauty of Eastwood NF Campground, a family-friendly haven nestled in the serene landscapes of northern Wisconsin. With access to a stunning recreation area, this campground offers everything from picturesque hiking trails to a scenic lake perfect for relaxation and adventure. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking your RV, Eastwood NF Campground provides the perfect blend of nature and comfort for families looking to unwind. Plus, for those moments when you want to relax indoors, don’t forget to check out the gogoanime app for endless entertainment options! Enjoy the best of both worlds with outdoor adventures and anime entertainment at your fingertips.
- wwayne O.Traveler
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.
- wwayne O.Traveler
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.
Steven D.Scout
Cooper Dam Campground
Free rustic campground
Relatively primitive sites, large pile of firewood available. Pit toilets
Rachel M.Scout
Jordan Park
Fun
Was great quiet and relaxing
Leslie R.
Legend
Castle Mound Campground
Convenient stop from MN to Milwaukee
We hadn't picked a place to camp in advance, because we wanted to see how far we could get on the drive. We were able to reserve a spot online at 8:30pm same-day on a Wednesday in July. Nice hot showers available for free.
Ashley F.GuideCastle Mound Campground
Solid campground
Camp sites were good. Plenty of room for multiple tents & some hammocks. Came with picnic table and fire pit. Fire wood was only $5 on site for a decent sized bundle. Campground was quiet and well kept. Vault toilets in most of the campground (smelly and not the cleanest but this is expected with vault toilets) there was a main shower/restroom area at the entrance to the campground which was very clean. Drinking water available by the showers. Added bonus - the hiking trail was within the campground and was very scenic. Cool rock formations and a decently easy hike.
Scott S.GuideCastle Mound Campground
Nice Campsite near Lake Wazee
Stayed here for a dive trip to Lake Wazee (15 min). Very nice sites. Quiet. Close to Black River Falls. Great hike around Castle Mound.
Her J.Scout
Otter Lake Chippewa County
Bass fishing
Pros: Fishing was awesome. Lots of largemouth bass. Really good size. Roughly 15”-18” bass that are 3-4lbs. Healthy and chunky. Caught a few walleyes. 20” plus size. Just gotta find them with your fish finder.
Cons: Watch out for logs. Lots of tree stumps in shallow areas. Very green water. Low water clarity.
Overall, it’s a great lake to fish. You won’t be disappointed.
Brian O.Legend
East Fork Campground - Black River State Forest
very secluded, somewhat swampy
There are three campgrounds run by the Wisconsin DNR in this area (not counting the 2 site boat-in camp on the river) Castle Mound, Pigeon Creek and this one, which is the smallest and farthest away from anything. It's on the river, but not the scenic and most canoe-able part which is down below the town and dam in Black river falls. However there is a good shallow boat ramp for canoes/ kayaks.
There's a group campground away from the river, nearer to the marsh and 24 individual sites. Three of them are pull through (104, 113 & 120).
We are tent campers, so I didn't pay close attention to hookups, but I doubt there are any.
We were there in October, and the birds had gone for the winter, so had the ATVers. I don't know what it's like in the peak of the summer, but the area has lots of off-road trails for ATVs. Having said that, it was eerily quiet during our entire stay and we had maybe three other campers staying with us.
There's one trail leading out of the campground, but we were there to canoe and didn't hike it. We did hike the castle Mound trail which has cool rock formations and spectacular views (you have to climb an iron ladder at the very end, worth it).
We use Black River canoe rentals as our portage service so we could drift downriver to our car. It's run out of a liquor store, so that's convenient.
Michael J.Traveler
Pigeon Creek
Short hop off interstate to beautiful lakeside camp spot
Great overall space! New jungle gym for the kids, great 1.5mile nature walk around lake and certain sites have nice privacy. Would come back
debe K.Guide
Harstad Park
Great place basically boondocking!
It is a rustic campground 27 sites, pump for water, pit toilets. Has pavilion due to get electricity in July 2023? Canoe/kayak launch on the Eau Claire River. New playground equipment 2022. 27 large rustic sites, firewood available for sale onsite!! No electric but great rustic camping.
Tonya B.Guide
Hideaway RV Park & Campground
ATV/UTV Friendly!
Awesome campground, big sites with grass and trees, and right next to trail system. Bar at the campground has an air-fryer for light food/pizzas and fun atmosphere. We love it here and frequently visit!
- CCarolGuide
Chapman Park Campground
Great Overnight Stop
Stopped on a Sunday night without reservations. Nice, quiet campground between 2 small lakes and next to a deer park. Large, level sites with electric hookups. Campground allowed nightly to monthly rental. Some trailers appeared to have been there long periods of time. Bathrooms and showers older but very clean.
- Amber C.Guide
Dubay Park Campground
Peaceful
We only got to stay one night here. The spaces seem close to neighbors but our site was pretty large in the back. Easy to back into. Really quiet and the lake views are serene. Nice little playground too. The site managers were really friendly and helpful. I would love to come back so we could enjoy the site more!
- ddoug N.Traveler
Wilderness Park (Juneau County)
Great County campground
We stayed in sight number nine which is right on Lake. Good fishing in lake for walleye. Campground is clean and has showers. Although I will say it was very crowded with some noisy campers. Some obvious drinking activity going on. Overall I would return and hope to next year.
- NNicole K.Guide
Castle Mound Campground
Not my favorite place…
In the end we were happy to have made the hike up to the top of Castle Mound but camping isn’t required to hike. Overall we won’t be camping there again. The people were nice, the facilities were clean and the campground was pretty. This forest seems to really cater to ATV people and we are not those people. Also my husband got stung three times because there was a ground hornet nest next to the tent pad. We stayed one night, had two booked but ended up only using a small portion of our site because of the hornets. The very nice people in charge were going to take care of it when we left, it just wasn’t the place for us. Maybe it’s all the bad energy that hangs over Black River Falls?
Amber G.Scout
Marathon Park Campround
Convenient - But not truly Outdoorsy
The campground is part of a larger park. There are multiple playgrounds, tennis courts, splash pads and even an amphitheater and ice rinks within the park.
There is a lot of traffic during the day from park visitors. The evening is mostly quiet, but with traffic noise from the outside of the park streets and occasional loud vehicles that can be disruptive. Morning was largely quiet as well.
The campsites themselves are small — if you have a camper there’s not much room outside. Even the tent spaces are small.
There are no open fires allowed - which didn’t bother us given it was just an overnight stop. You can use grills etc though.
Being a city park it is quite well lit - which has its pros and cons. The back left corner where the nonelectric tent sites are seems to be one of the less bright areas. We slept fine with the rain cover off.
There is a 2 day minimum for online reservations. That’s not required for walk up self registration so you can do one day as a walk up. Self registration has a 3 day maximum.
There is a bathroom/shower for the campers. As a walk up registrant you will have to contact the phone number on the board to get the code. Not sure if online registrations get it in the email. There are other bathrooms (no showers) that are not locked that are a further walk into the park though.
Overall it was a nice place to stay over spending $100+ for a hotel room on a quick overnight on our way further north.
Glenn T.TravelerLakeside Fire Campground & Waterpark
Nice, seems recently well updated
Not our typical type of campground but absolutely no complaints. Very friendly atmosphere and more comfortable sized sites than we expected considering what we typically look for. All amenities are very nice.
- TTyler J.Scout
Vista Royale Campground Ltd
Awesome !
Wonderful campground for families with kids.
Guide to Spencer
Camping near Spencer, Wisconsin, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
What to do:
- Hiking and Trails: Many campgrounds have great hiking options. For example, at Lake Wissota State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Hiking trail right next to the campsite. Bathrooms and showers are nearby as well."
- Fishing and Water Activities: If you enjoy fishing, Brunet Island State Park Campground is a great choice. A visitor noted, "This is a nice location for fisherman and kayaks/canoes."
- Wildlife Watching: Campgrounds like Buckhorn State Park Campground offer opportunities to see wildlife. One camper shared, "There was an eagle fishing in the bay with us."
What campers like:
- Scenic Views: Campers appreciate the beautiful landscapes. A review for Coon Fork Campground highlighted, "The campground is lovely considering it's only $20 for lakeside."
- Clean Facilities: Many campers value cleanliness. At Hartman Creek State Park Campground, one visitor said, "Clean restrooms with showers."
- Friendly Staff: Campers often mention helpful staff. A review for Petenwell Park stated, "Staff that we did talk to were friendly and helpful."
What you should know:
- Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in the summer. A camper at Buckhorn State Park Campground warned, "The only reason I gave this 4/5 stars is because the mosquitoes!!!"
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. For instance, Big Eau Pleine Park Campground has no showers, as noted by a visitor: "No water. You now pay to dump your waste."
- Noise Levels: Be aware of potential noise from nearby roads or other campers. A review for Stoney Creek RV Resort mentioned, "I wound up sleeping in my car to have an added barrier between me and the freeway noise."
Tips for camping with families:
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. At Lake Wissota State Park Campground, one parent said, "Great place to stay!"
- Playgrounds and Beaches: Choose campgrounds with playgrounds or beach access. A review for Coon Fork Campground noted, "Nice beaches and walking trails throughout!!"
- Group Sites: Consider reserving group sites for larger families. Council Grounds State Park Campground offers spacious group sites, as mentioned by a visitor: "Each have electric for each pad, and there is water that can be pumped on each group site."
Tips from RVers:
- Big Rig Friendly: Many campgrounds accommodate larger RVs. For example, Brunet Island State Park Campground is noted as "big rig friendly."
- Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups. A reviewer at Buckhorn State Park Campground mentioned, "Most of the sites were relatively large."
- Dump Stations: Ensure the campground has a sanitary dump station. Stoney Creek RV Resort provides this service, making it easier for RVers to manage waste.
Camping near Spencer, Wisconsin, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With beautiful scenery and plenty of activities, it's a great spot to enjoy the outdoors!
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