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GuideGreat River Bluffs State Park Campground
Nice place
Nice campground sites are smaller & you will need to level. Nice clean flush toilets & showers. Can hear the highway below. Road in is gravel & narrow not for big rigs.
Glamping near Viroqua, WI
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Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground houses unique glamping sites in the stunning Driftless Region of Wisconsin, approximately 20 miles from Viroqua. The park offers cart-in glamping sites with exceptional privacy, perfect for those seeking a more upscale outdoor experience while still enjoying natural surroundings. Each site comes with a picnic table, fire ring with grill rack, and access to hot showers and clean restroom facilities. "We loved it here! What a gem! The views go on and on," one guest shared about their glamping experience in the area. Westfork Sports Club & Campground provides another notable glamping option with stunning ridge-top views overlooking the Kickapoo River Valley. Their accommodation options include Native lodges for a unique glamping experience complete with electricity and comfortable sleeping arrangements, all situated on spacious sites that offer both privacy and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
The Driftless Region surrounding these glamping destinations provides exceptional recreational opportunities directly from your luxury accommodations. Hiking trails wind through Wildcat Mountain State Park with routes leading to spectacular valley overlooks where, according to a visitor, "you will look out over a fog shrouded valley through the trees" in the morning. The Kickapoo River offers premier kayaking and canoeing experiences, with outfitters in nearby Ontario providing equipment rentals and shuttle services. Stargazing opportunities are exceptional from these elevated glamping locations due to minimal light pollution, with one reviewer noting they "saw a wide array of stars and the Milky Way." Bryes Bad Axe Glamping provides a more intimate experience with a single exclusive site surrounded by natural beauty. Most glamping options in the area operate seasonally from April through October, with advance reservations strongly recommended during summer weekends and holidays.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Viroqua (21)
1. Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground
"NOTE; Google maps makes it look like the campground and landing are near each other. They are not."
"Walk-In Sites If you are looking for privacy, cart-in site 119 is quite a ways off the trail and far from the parking lot, but it's a bit small."
27 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $19 - $110 / night
2. Esofea/Rentz Memorial Park
"Clean bathrooms with hot water. Shed with dry wood for purchase. Electricity, potable water connections, sewer."
"Esofea campground has a shelter, several ponds and streams, and some nice hiking trails. The camping options range from full hookups to tent camping."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $40 / night
3. Westfork Sports Club & Campground
"A beautiful location in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin. Near hiking, biking, fishing attractions. The campground is well groomed with lots of camping spots available."
"Lots of bugs at night to be expected being that close to the driftless. We awoke to such views - hard to beat!"
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $30 / night
4. Sidie Hollow County Main Campground
"Nice grassy sites next to a cool creek. Electric but no water hook up. There is an RV fill up and a dump. Stayed in site #34 which has shade all afternoon. Also very level."
"There are around 20/30 or so site. You can put a tent or small camper on any and be pleased. Nothing to do but connect with nature or take long country drives."
5. Neshonoc Lakeside
"It was spacious and very well kept, with a great view of the lake. Wry easy to back in and get set up, almost level and took very little adjustment to get our spot in order."
"We had people offer basketballs for our kids to use while they were away from their site."
6. Bryes Bad Axe Glamping
Check Availabilityfrom $100 / night
7. Great River Bluffs State Park Campground
"The cart in sites all have a fire pit with a grill, picnic table, and are a short walk from the primitive toilets. There is a water spigot in the parking area."
"I enjoy camping away from the hub bub of the family campground and opting for the backpack or cart in sites. Luckily, Great River Bluffs has some of the nicest cart ins I have encountered."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $24 / night
8. Red Barn Resort and Campground
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $39 / night
9. Bluebird Family Camp
10. Tunnel Trail Campground
"Campground is right on the Elroy Sparta bike trail which has three old tunnels to go though."
"The Elroy Sparta Bike Trail, North America's first rails-to-trails project, runs through the Tunnel Trail Campground."
Drive Time
- 43 min from La Crosse, WI
- 1 hr 40 min from Dubuque, IA
- 1 hr 42 min from Rochester, MN
- 1 hr 50 min from Madison, WI
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Glamping Reviews near Viroqua, WI
121 Reviews of 21 Viroqua Campgrounds
- BBriana K.
ScoutNeshonoc Lakeside
Beautiful, clean, fun
I was a little skeptical after a negative review about the regular residents, so I watched for that dynamic. We were camping with another family so we had 8 kids between the two of us and I was worried all those kiddos would upset people. Quite the opposite experience from that review and it motivated me to leave this one to help provide a good picture. I have nothing bad to say about our camping experience. We did go a little out of season (September 12) so a lot of the campsites were empty. Most their sites are flat, and clean. The grass was well mowed and maintained. They had activities for the kids (Halloween). People that drove by were friendly and smiling, and waiving. We had people drop off candy for the kids asking parents first. We had people offer basketballs for our kids to use while they were away from their site. Me and my friend were about to haul ice bags and wood up a huge hill on foot and someone stopped their golf cart and emptied it of what they were carrying to give us a ride to our campsite. The kids tootled about on their bikes being kids with no negative experiences. There were a couple of kids on motor scooters whose engines were kind of obnoxious but that’s going to happen more and more at campgrounds, and it wasn’t during quiet hours. We had sites atop the “full Lakeview” and it was honestly surprising how beautiful it was up there. I think it can be difficult to get a view when you’re camping but those sites had it. We knew the full lake view sites were open so we took the cheaper ones across from them, but still saw the same view. There was a great amount of space between the sites we used. The only possible critique I might offer is in that specific row there weren’t many trees for shade, but the weather was cooler so it didn’t affect us, but if we went in the summer it might have been more uncomfortable without that natural shade. The bath houses and showers were great!!! I feel like a good bath house can make or break a campsite and we’ve been to some smaller ones that were quite lacking but this one was great. Very clean, not many bugs, spacious, real doors on the shower stalls. We did not arrive in season to utilize the pool area but it looked great from the other side of the gate ;) - the parks were well maintained and the kids loved them. there was a set of stairs that went from up the hill down to the office that looked a little sketchy but they were closed off for use. If you didn’t have a golf cart or couldn’t ride a bike, the trek from where we stayed to the office might be a challenge. Overall we loved it and would definitely consider going again. The sites were a little pricey but had on site sewer hookup which is fantastic.
- HHannah P.Guide
Mill Bluff State Park Campground
Expensive but fine for 1-2 nights
Stayed hear on a very hot 90+degree day during a road trip, easy to reach from I90/94. Midweek, we were the only overnight guests. -Occasional loud noise from the road and train tracks. -At first was wary of paying for no showers and pit toilets for the price, but pit toilets were actually clean with no odor. -Spring fed swimming pond was good for a dip once you found a cool spot, but there are spots that felt like a hot tub. Beach is very nice sand, and there’s a playground for the kids. -Definitely check out the short hike up to Mill Bluff if you can tolerate steep rocky stairs, the view is beautiful. -Tried to check out the other trail near Camel Bluff but it was too overgrown to continue. -Electrical box is in the middle of the campsite near the picnic table, so power cables will need to be at least 30 feet long to comfortably reach your rig. -National Parks Pass is accepted for vehicle admission (separate from camping fee in WI) as this is part of the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve! -Sites 20/21 are great for proximity to swimming pond and toilets
- CChad M.Scout
Wisconsin Riverside Resort
Wisconsin Riverside Resort
Very friendly and accommodating. The restaurant has very good food at reasonable prices. The store has a nice selection of most anything you may have forgotten or run out of. The sites are decently spaced. They have 2 pools, one more smaller child and family where the other is more adult and teenagers. Overall we had a great time with a great experience.
- MMichael E.
TravelerPine View Campground - Fort McCoy
Pine view campsite, Ft McCoy Wisconsin
It's hard to find using my car GPS. It doesn't work well here. But it's a very good place.
Midwest N.
RangerWildcat Mountain State Park Campground
Tucked away driftless
Traveling along the road from Ontario to Wildcat gave a little Appalachia feel. The park is situated above the Kickapoo River valley and is a great base for trout fishing.
If you are in the driftless region looking for camping, this is the spot.
Ken B.TravelerGreat River Bluffs State Park Campground
Very nice
I arrived late in the day and the office was closed but they have all the instructions and QR codes for an online reservation and check in. Very clean including the showers and bathroom. View of the Mississippi is amazing!
- BBrenda B.Guide
Wisconsin Riverside Resort
THIS PLACE HAS IT ALL!!
This campground was fabulous! Great pool, restaurant, live music, and Pickle Ball! Well kept facility. It has a security gate, which I really appreciated.
Kay K.
LegendWildcat Mountain State Park Campground
Cottontail lane
We hiked a short distance into our site. We had to pass a grassy area that was always full of bunnies! The site was of good size, dark and quiet. The shower house was close and clean.
Guide to Viroqua
The Driftless Area surrounding Viroqua, Wisconsin remains unglaciated, creating a unique landscape of steep ridges, deep valleys, and winding streams. This topography provides secluded camping opportunities with elevations ranging from 685 to 1,719 feet above sea level. Campsites in the region typically experience cool nights even in summer, with average temperature drops of 15-20°F after sunset.
What to do
Kayak the Kickapoo River: Access the winding Kickapoo River directly from Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground, which provides prime river access for paddlers. "We took the opportunity to kayak down the Kickapoo and had a blast - make sure you do some exploring while you are here," suggests one camper who considers this "a top pick of ours and well worth a try."
Hike Ice Cave Trail: Explore the unique geological formations on this short trail accessible from several campgrounds. "Ice Cave trail was a neat, quick walk. The trails around have gorgeous views of the driftless area and Kickapoo river," notes a visitor to Wildcat Mountain.
Stargaze from elevated sites: Take advantage of the minimal light pollution at Sidie Hollow County Main Campground for exceptional night sky viewing. "The winding roads that lead to this special little park show some of Wisconsin's prettiest views," with open spaces perfect for stargazing during clear nights.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers consistently praise the spacious layouts at Esofea/Rentz Memorial Park, where "the sites were spaced apart far enough so you weren't on top of the other campers." This arrangement provides a sense of seclusion even when the campground is full.
Clean facilities: Visitors appreciate the well-maintained amenities at many campgrounds in the region. "The bathroom facilities are close and clean" at Wildcat Mountain, while Esofea offers "clean bathrooms with hot water" and a "shed with dry wood for purchase."
Abundant wildlife: The natural setting provides frequent wildlife encounters. At Wildcat Mountain, one camper recalls passing through "a grassy area that was always full of bunnies!" Another notes that "mountains, valleys, just gorgeous" terrain at Esofea creates ideal habitat for local wildlife viewing.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most yurt camping near Viroqua, Wisconsin operates between mid-April and mid-October. Neshonoc Lakeside specifically runs "April 15 to October 15," while other sites have similar seasonal restrictions due to weather conditions.
Reservation requirements: Advance booking is essential for specialty accommodations. "Book online before you get there!!!!" advises one visitor to Great River Bluffs State Park. Sites with electricity or yurt camping options fill quickly during peak season.
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds have challenging approach roads. At Wildcat Mountain, "the driveway leading to the campground is a bit daunting (especially if pulling a camper)," and another visitor cautions, "if you have a low car, the front end is going to get scraped at the bottom of the mountain."
Water quality considerations: Well water is common at campgrounds in the region. At Tunnel Trail Campground, "Keep in mind water is well so a filter may be wanted," which applies to many camping areas throughout the Driftless Region.
Tips for camping with families
Explore small ponds and streams: Children enjoy the natural water features at several campgrounds. At Esofea, "There are around 20/30 or so site. You can put a tent or small camper on any and be pleased. Nothing to do but connect with nature or take long country drives." Another visitor notes it has "a shelter, several ponds and streams, and some nice hiking trails."
Take advantage of family amenities: Bluebird Family Camp provides specific family-oriented facilities. "It has a playground with a busted slide. Basketball and volleyball courts, a man made swimming pond fed by a creek, and lots of trails. My kids really liked the pond and playground. They spent most of the weekend getting tadpoles from the water then letting them go again."
Consider cart-in sites for an adventure: Wildcat Mountain offers an adventure option with their cart-in sites. "We hiked a short distance into our site... The site was of good size, dark and quiet." Another visitor notes, "There were carts to use and parking wasn't too far so it wasn't bad at all. We were close to a vault toilet and the flush toilets/showers weren't too far away."
Tips from RVers
Level sites available: Many campgrounds provide well-prepared RV pads. Sidie Hollow has "Nice grassy sites next to a cool creek. Electric but no water hook up. There is an RV fill up and a dump. Stayed in site #34 which has shade all afternoon. Also very level."
Size limitations: Larger RVs may face challenges at certain campgrounds. Tunnel Trail Campground warns, "We had difficulty getting to our site as tight corners for rigs 38 feet or more." Always call ahead to confirm your specific RV length can be accommodated, especially for specialty accommodations like yurt camping in Viroqua, Wisconsin area.
Full hookup availability: Several campgrounds offer complete services. Esofea provides "Electricity, potable water connections, sewer" while others have more limited hookups, making it important to verify utilities when booking yurt or specialty camping options.
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