4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Boulder Creek Campground in Bagley, Wisconsin features cabin accommodations with hookups for water and electricity. The property provides cabins with picnic tables, and fire pits. Facilities include on-site showers, toilets, and trash collection services. The campground opens seasonally from May 1 to mid-October and offers approximately 180 sites throughout the property. Boulder Creek includes amenities suitable for families, with recreational options particularly focused on children's activities. "Great for kids! The water attractions are great for the kiddos and the cabins aren't half bad either," according to a review from The Dyrt.
Cabins in the Bagley region vary in size and amenities. Fire Tower Cabin at Yellow River State Forest in nearby Iowa provides more rustic accommodations with electric hookups but no showers or restroom facilities. Pike's Peak State Park also offers cabin options with electricity, fire rings and picnic tables. Pet policies generally permit animals at most locations, though restrictions may apply. A visitor noted, "Nice cabins. Close to railroad tracks so you will hear the trains go by. Does have activities for kids, pool, play area." Families should consider noise factors when selecting cabin locations.
Most cabin accommodations require guests to bring their own bedding, cooking utensils, and personal items. Firewood is available at select campgrounds including Boulder Creek. Some locations like Sports Unlimited Campground provide market facilities where basic provisions can be purchased. For more substantial shopping needs, visitors should plan ahead and bring supplies from larger towns. Bathroom facilities vary significantly between properties, with some offering modern showers and restrooms while others provide more basic amenities. Weather conditions can affect property conditions, as one review mentioned that Boulder Creek "can flood with a good downpour."
"Very nice trails! Some trails are long with a lot of up and down through valley and ravines, so be prepared for the hike."
"Some sites have the fire ring very close to the parking area and some spots have limited shade (compared to the majority of the campground that is in the trees)."
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from $20 / night
"We stayed in walk-in site C, which the furthest site from the parking lot. Arrive before dark!!"
"The site itself was sloped away from the road making it feel tucked into the trees. The downside was that the only flat space for the tent was very close to the fire pit."
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"The water attractions are great for the kiddos and the cabins aren’t half bad either!"
from $32 - $260 / night
"Campsites are well mown, have a picnic table and fire ring. Pit toilets. Easy access to water. Drink water and firewood are at the host A frame. There is no dump site. Everyone was very friendly."
"This site is like being in a garden with trees and flowers surrounding the site. It had rained and more rain was coming, so the gravel parking pad on #35 was appealing."
from $12 / night
"This has been one of my favorite state parks in Iowa to camp thus far. I've tent camped in April and cabin camped in October."
"This place has tent, rv and cabin camping, you can choose modern or non modern camping."
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from $12 - $25 / night
"The train tracks are extremely close to slot of sites. Very loud. K ly bsd thing. Cave tour was great but at extra cost. Lake/swimming/fishing was great. Cabin was clean and nice."
"Cabin has basic kitchen: fridge/freezer, micro, coffee pot, table/chairs, sleeping room with queen bed, 2 futons, AC/heat, fireplace screened porch, grill/smoker& fire ring outside, table, potable"
"Horses welcome, firewood and ice available. Historical Fire Tower hike/visit is a must. Primitive pack-in sites, 1 cabin available."
from $20 / night
RangerVery nice campground with a few FHU sites, most are electric only. Some sites are pretty sloped making it hard to level longer rigs. Check carefully when making your reservation. Nice close hike to see the overlooks to the river, and there’s a well maintained hike down to the Bridal Veil Falls. Minus 1 star for the horrible push-button operated showers that only stay on for 6 seconds at a time. Good phone service for both t-mobile and AT&T.
ScoutBe advised site 14 is on such a steep hill it was honestly scary coming in an out of our camper! If an older couple were staying at this site in a camper I’m not sure if they would even be able to. Our second door entrance cannot be used due to how steep the hill is and we had to add wood to the bottom of our stairs because they didn’t touch the ground. Forgot to add you’re also under a very large black walnut tree that is currently dropping walnuts that are ripe.
LegendWe got here on a Monday and got a great spot in the back. The sunrise was spectacular. Then the fog moved in off the river and it was pretty cool.
ScoutThis is a fantastic Campground, especially for RVs and families. Large playground and outdoor games, small indoor rec area. During busy weekends with lots of kids and holidays, they have foam parties for the kids where they fill the basketball court with foam 3 ft High. Most sites are permanent sites, but have probably around 20 other 30 amp sites that can accommodate large RVs. There are only a few tent sites, but if tent is your only option and you still want to stay they will rent you an RV site for the tent. New owners are very friendly, and have adopted the same overwhelmingly hospitable nature as the previous owners. Fantastic people and very helpful. It will accommodate special needs or requests as long as it doesn't bother anybody or go against any insurance policies. I've had a permanent site here in the past, and recently started camping again and came to visit old friends. The new owners were still happy to accommodate semi truck parking for my job. I haul milk locally so I work more than I'm off, but the family can still camp and I can come when I'm done work. It is near the Wisconsin River, so it's fairly sand base although the Grass Grows plenty so you're not tracking sand everywhere. The benefits of this is when it rains heavily the sand absorbs the water rapidly. The only negative is the mosquitoes. Be prepared for mosquitoes with lots of bug spray. This is no fault of the campground, all low wetlands in Wisconsin are the same. The bathrooms are some of the best in any Campground I've seen. They are always clean, modernized, and Air condition. There are showers and bathroom stalls near the park. They try to keep families close to the park if possible for the bathrooms and the park access itself. They are really extremely accommodating for requests if it's in their power at all. The owners live at the campground and are always accessible by a simple phone call if after hours. There's a community vibe, with a community fire pit up front and often people are just hanging out outside of the main office. It embodies our Wisconsin way of life and you will find strangers waving at you every time you pass by. It's just our nature, don't be weirded out by the friendliness. The regular permanent campers are all so friendly and always willing to help a newbie or even someone struggling to figure out a problem or even carry things.
GuideFound this campground by chance after the campground I had planned to stay at was a complete disaster. Luckily, they were able to get me a campsite for two nights where I could regroup do a little laundry and chill out also took a bike ride on the bike path.
GuideNice campground with hookups. But the shower only had the push button and the water was so hot it was scalding!
TravelerMy family and I had the opportunity to go to Yogi bears jealous Jellystone national Park and we had so much fun. We went during their Christmas in July program. We stayed for five nights 6 days and barely paid a thing camping in a tent. Mini golf water wars snowball fights rentals of golf carts that are cheap cabins on site Santa came to visit games to play and borrow at each campsite arts and crafts laser tag and so much more. Prices were fair for food and snacks. They have cabins available to rent. I hope to bring my friend and her family this year because it's going to be so much fun! Hope to see you there someday!
ScoutIt’s a nice place to camp if you are fortunate enough to be with others know how to keep there music low or off. The lake is lovely, the camp sites are plentiful and fairly dispersed. I moved once after the music started blaring with Cheap Trick from the ‘70’s and now in the distance I can hear a metal band and a very high quality bass thumping away. Crazy. Tucked away on a bluff looking at a lovely landscape. If this kind of thing doesn’t bother you, you will enjoy this place. If you want quiet, it may be disappointing. Playground for kids, a beach, fishing.
Scoutfriendly host, lots of place for my tent
Cabin camping near Bagley, Wisconsin offers access to the state's unique Driftless Area, characterized by steep ridges and deep river valleys untouched by glaciers. The region features elevation changes of 300-500 feet between ridgetops and valley floors, creating dramatic landscapes unlike other parts of the Midwest. October brings peak fall foliage season with average temperatures ranging from 42-60°F, making it one of the busiest times for cabin rentals.
Fishing opportunities: Trout streams in Yellow River State Forest are stocked regularly according to a published schedule. "Trout streams are well fed, campsites spread out well, amenities good for primitive use area," notes a reviewer at Fire Tower Cabin, which provides direct access to fishing spots.
Cultural exploration: Visit nearby effigy mounds built by ancient American Indians between 800-1200 A.D. A camper at Pikes Peak State Park Campground shared, "Most notable hike: a half-mile wooden boardwalk to one of the park's glens to the picturesque Bridal Veil Falls. On your way to the falls, just north of the main overlook, you will notice Bear Mound, an effigy built by ancient American Indians."
Scenic viewpoints: The region offers impressive Mississippi River valley overlooks. "Majestic views and excellent trails. Wish we would have had more time to explore the park," wrote one visitor about the lookout points at Pikes Peak State Park.
Cabin amenities: Cabins at Yellow River State Forest offer basic but comfortable accommodations. "Modern Cabin is well maintained, electricity, microwave, a full sized refrigerator, and two porches, where one of them is screened in. Sleeps 6," according to a review of Fire Tower Cabin.
Swimming areas: Many campgrounds feature water recreation opportunities. At Spook Cave and Campground, one visitor noted, "Lake/swimming/fishing was great. Cabin was clean and nice."
Fall foliage: The Driftless Area is known for spectacular autumn colors. "October is one of their busiest times of the year due to the fall colors, which peak around Oct 9-15th," explains a camper at Pikes Peak State Park, making advance reservations essential during this period.
Weather considerations: Heavy rainfall can affect camping conditions. At Big Paint Campground, a reviewer mentioned, "Was very thankful to find a place to overnight in mid-November. Not a lot of free parking options in this part of Iowa. No water, electric, or dump station, so very much like a parking lot overnight from that perspective."
Train noise: Several campgrounds in the area are located near active railroad tracks. "This campground is adjacent to a BNSF rail line. Though loud when trains pass, I didn't lose any sleep," noted a visitor at Sports Unlimited Campground.
Seasonal availability: Many cabin facilities operate seasonally. Pikes Peak State Park is open from "April 15 to October 15," while Sports Unlimited Campground operates during the same window, requiring off-season campers to seek alternatives.
Kid-friendly water features: Look for campgrounds with dedicated children's swimming areas. At Whitetail Bluff Campground, one camper shared, "This is a really nice and clean campground! The sites are very spacious and the food is good!! Really good Friday night fish fries!"
Educational opportunities: The region offers hands-on learning experiences. "We drove through Harper's Ferry and many of those sites were pretty small and crowded, but again, the river access and the views made it a pleasant stay. Nearby Harper's Ferry is a neat little town, so be sure to visit there!" recommended a visitor to Big Paint Campground.
Accessibility considerations: Some trails accommodate various mobility levels. At Pikes Peak State Park, a camper noted, "there is a very nice smooth wood walk way for one of the trails making it easy for all ages. also amazing over looks of the river."
Hookup variations: Electric services vary between parks in the region. "Unlike Minnesota and Wisconsin, Iowa's state parks do not require a permit-bonus for RVers. Many sites have full hook-up, most if not all have electric. I paid $25 a night. Full week is $150!!" shared an RVer who stayed at Pikes Peak State Park.
Site leveling: Some campgrounds require more effort for larger rigs. "Nice pull-through, large enough for our 36' 5th Wheel and pickup tow vehicle, needed more leveling than some. Some sites have power and water, ours only power. There's a water pipe and dump station on the way out," explained a Pikes Peak State Park visitor.
Seasonal road conditions: The region's steep terrain can create challenging driving conditions during wet periods. Prepare for gravel roads that may become slick after rainfall, and consider higher clearance vehicles when accessing more remote cabin sites.
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