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Apostle Islands Area RV Park and Camping houses upscale glamping accommodations just 1.5 miles from Bayfield, offering a perfect blend of outdoor immersion with luxury comforts. The property features canvas cabins and glamping tents situated in a wooded setting that provides both privacy and convenience. Each accommodation includes comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and private outdoor spaces with fire rings for evening relaxation. One guest shared, "This is the best base camp for exploring the Apostle islands. The camp ground itself is quiet and clean. Owners are very accommodating." The glamping sites are thoughtfully positioned to maximize both forest views and access to amenities, including clean restrooms, showers, and a camp store stocked with essentials and local treats including eight flavors of ice cream.

Visitors staying at these eco-friendly glamping sites enjoy direct access to the spectacular Apostle Islands National Lakeshore with its sea caves and historic lighthouses. Hiking and biking opportunities abound with rental options available at nearby Howl bike shop, which also features an outdoor brewery perfect for post-adventure refreshments. According to a camper, "It's about a mile from Bayfield. There is bike rental at Howl bike shop which is walking distance. Howl also has a brewery with outside seating." The glamping accommodations remain open from early May through early October, with peak season bookings recommended well in advance. Kayaking excursions to the islands, Lake Superior sunset viewing, and exploring the charming town of Bayfield with its local restaurants and shops round out the unique glamping experience in this pristine northern Wisconsin destination.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Washburn, Wisconsin (16)

    1. Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping

    23 Reviews
    Bayfield, WI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 779-3397

    $30 / night

    "It is close to the ferry dock, restaurants, parks and beaches.  All sites are electric and water and some are full hook up.  There are cabins and tent sites as well.   "

    "There is bike rental at Howl bike shop which is walking distance. Howl also has a brewery with outside seating. The camp ground itself is quiet and clean."

    2. Apostle Islands Area Campground

    5 Reviews
    Bayfield, WI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 779-5524

    $25 - $35 / night

    "Great campground with swimming hole & great access to Bayside for island ferry’s! Complaints: Park is located on the side of a hill—Spots are small but level, roads are all at a slope."

    "The bathroom are spotless. Sites are big and well maintained. We camped in site 64. Would definitely recommend this campground if in the area!"

    3. Horseshoe Lake Campground

    1 Review
    Iron River, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 373-2667

    "There are many miles of trails that can be ridden on horseback. It is a very clean campground especially if you want a quiet place. Also spacious campsites."

    4. Frontier RV Park and Campground

    7 Reviews
    Saxon, WI
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 893-2461

    "Very nice park with several new lots that are all grass with water and electric. Several lots are full hookup."

    "The bar & grill have a decent menu and the thin crust pizza was yummy."

    5. Wanoka Lake Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    3 Reviews
    Iron River, WI
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 373-2878

    "There is a trash dumpster here, and even a recycling bin, a nice surprise. There is potable water at the campground (per note at spigot water is safe to drink but will leave rust residue)."

    6. Presque Isle - Porcupine Mountains State Park

    36 Reviews
    Wakefield, MI
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 885-5275

    $4 - $20 / night

    "If you are looking for real out door experience with no common amenities except running water this is the place for you. Enjoy amazing waterfalls, rugged camping and gorgeous lake Superior sunsets..."

    "Great location, and has the basics for the camping.  I was in site 44, and most of the sites in the "middle" were more of an open field with a couple of trees. "

    7. Anchor Inn

    2 Reviews
    Port Wing, WI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 774-3658

    $15 - $20 / night

    "It is less than a mile to Lake Michigan.  We would stay there again if we were in the area."

    8. Boise Brule Campground — Brule River State Forest

    7 Reviews
    Brule, WI
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 266-2621

    $16 - $32 / night

    "If it was simply about the location, this would get five plus stars because it's so beautiful!"

    "Cost for non-residents is $21 for the campsite and another $11 daily state park entrance fee. So, $32 for the same type of campground as a USFS at about $15."

    9. Ottawa National Forest Black River Harbor Campground

    6 Reviews
    Wakefield, MI
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 932-1330

    "this campground was nice, clean, decent size sites with pressurized water throughout the park, a few sites with nice Lake Superior view, is up on a ridge so can’t actually access water from the campground"

    "This campground is one of the best in/near the Ottawa National Forest. Sites are large and there are lots of trees creating privacy. We loved the hiking trails surrounding the area!"

    10. Alpine Campground & RV Park

    9 Reviews
    Wakefield, MI
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 667-0737

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Willow River State Park in Wisconsin is an amazing camp site and since it's in a state park the rates are quite reasonable as well. There are tons of hiking trails that start right In the campground."

    "Utv trails to Wisconsin can be accessed right here. There are waterfalls nearby that are off the beaten path. Can't beat it if your looking to explore and have an adventure."

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113 Reviews of 16 Washburn Campgrounds

  • Natalie L.
    Jul. 28, 2018

    Presque Isle - Porcupine Mountains State Park

    Deep in the wilderness

    This a great rustic campground. If you are looking for real out door experience with no common amenities except running water this is the place for you. Enjoy amazing waterfalls, rugged camping and gorgeous lake Superior sunsets... About as perfect as it gets!

  • Debra M.
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping

    Great Location and Nice Staff

    This is a  private campground that fills up quick.    It is 1 mile from Bayfield town center.  It is close to the ferry dock, restaurants, parks and beaches.  All sites are electric and water and some are full hook up.  There are cabins and tent sites as well.   The office/store is very clean and stocked with things you may need.  8 flavor ice creams on site!  There is a  dump station and picnic tables and fire rings at each site.   There is free wi-fi and a shower house, bathrooms and laundry.

  • C N.
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Presque Isle - Porcupine Mountains State Park

    Nice Location, fairly open fields and not marked well.

    Great location, and has the basics for the camping.  I was in site 44, and most of the sites in the "middle" were more of an open field with a couple of trees.  There were no real clear boundary lines .  If you are looking for a little more shade or tree cover, book a perimeter site.  This is also the first campsite I've been to where the fire pit didn't have a grill grate on part of it.  There is water on site, but it is the hand pump style, so it would help to have a large open container to capture the water.  

    Cell service was really spot (can be a good thing when camping), and I wasn't able to pick up a lot of radio stations either.  Still nice to enjoy the quite dark skies.  Short walk down stairs to Lake Superior which offered some great sunset views.  

    Lots of great hiking trails, and close to a lot of other fun attractions.  I would plan on coming back up here another time, and possible pick a different site after being here.

  • Jim W.
    Jul. 27, 2021

    Ottawa National Forest Black River Harbor Campground

    You Are On Your Own

    The first four days were five stars. The campground was mostly full of tents, pop ups, small trailers, and a few 5ers and Class As. The site was clean and groomed. Spacing is nice and provides some privacy. The location is secluded with an easy walk to a quiet stretch of Lake Superior shoreline. The waterfalls in the area are a don't miss attraction. For a longer day trip the State Park to the east was magnificent as was Copper Peak.

    The last three nights were 1 star. A large open frame generator ran 24/7 the entire time. The "camper" said quiet hours were only for TVs and radios. The generator ran even while they left the campsite. The owner ignored all requests to honor the quiet hours and insulted anyone that asked. We were three campsites away and it interfered with our sleep.

    There are no camp hosts, no cellar coverage, and the Rangers do not answer knocks on the door at their offices about 20 miles away. You are on your own.

  • L
    Jul. 13, 2020

    Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping

    Best spot to explore the Apostle islands

    This is the best base camp for exploring the Apostle islands. It’s about a mile from Bayfield. There is bike rental at Howl bike shop which is walking distance. Howl also has a brewery with outside seating. The camp ground itself is quiet and clean. We didn’t go in the bathrooms or use the washers due to Covid. Owners are very accommodating.

  • Nona A.
    Aug. 10, 2017

    Presque Isle - Porcupine Mountains State Park

    Great Campground for exploring, and for those who love waterfalls.

    If you're a person who loves waterfalls, then I recommend you don’t miss this campground.  Presque Isle Campground is located at the southern edge of the Porcupine Mountains State Park in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.  This campground has bluff overlooking Lake Superior, there is a walkway and stairs that take you down the bluff to the shore.  Walking distance from the campground is the Presque River you can hike along and see all the beautiful waterfalls this river has to offer.  This is a Rustic campground that has vault toilets, and hand pump drinking water. The campground, restrooms and surrounding area’s were kept very clean. There are 50 campsites that are equipped for tents, trailers, and RV’s.  Each site has a fire pit, and picnic table.  There is no electrical hook up, and part of the campground is generator free.  Six of the sites are walk in sites, there are parking spots for these sites, you park and walk in a little ways to your site.  I recommend a site that is located on the outer sides of the campground loop.  They are larger sites and more privacy from your neighbors.  Inner loop sites are closer together and open.  Be prepared for mosquitoes and blackflies.  Blackflies bite, and bug spray does not affect them.  I found keeping a hand towel or fly swatter moving around me helped keep them away.  They are more active when it is humid, and down by the water.  These flies seem to be common up here along the shore.

    There are many things to do around the campground close to your site and others are a little bit of a drive from your site in the Porcupine Mountains State Park.  If you like to stay close to your camp, you can hang out on the beach, hike along the Presque Isle River and discover the Manabezho Falls, Manido Falls, and the Nawadaha Falls.  Also the Lake Superior Trail and North Country Trail are right by the campground.  These trails will connect you with other trails in the Porcupine Mountains.  The Porcupine Mountains have lot’s to offer anyone stopping to visit.  We took and day and seen The Lake of the Clouds, and Summit Peak.  They both are gorgeous areas to explore.  

  • Kayla A.
    Jul. 4, 2018

    Apostle Islands Area RV park and Camping

    Perfect destination to camp by kayak

    We kayaked to many campgrounds and islands in the national lakeshore. paddling a total of 60 miles we were able to make it to 3 different island campgrounds. Bathrooms and picnic tables were at most camp sites, some camp sites were very desolate and rustic. No running water on some islands.

  • Bill S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2018

    Ottawa National Forest Black River Harbor Campground

    nice sites & great views of the water at some sites

    this campground was nice, clean, decent size sites with pressurized water throughout the park, a few sites with nice Lake Superior view, is up on a ridge so can’t actually access water from the campground, has trash, fire pits, picnic tables, NO DUMP STATION,, they removed it years ago, verizon cell service is NO GOOD,, a lot of falls on black river to walk to and a harbor to put your boat in,,stayed 2 nights July 2018,

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