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Pettibone Resort

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Pettibone Resort, near La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a lively campground that offers a mix of tent and RV camping right alongside the Mississippi River. With its grassy sites and access to water, it’s a popular spot for those looking to enjoy a bit of nature while still having some fun amenities close at hand.

The campground features a bar where you can grab a drink and unwind after a day of exploring, plus a boat yard for those who want to hit the water. Many visitors have enjoyed the private campsites, especially those tucked away at the end of the tent area, providing a bit more seclusion than the busier spots. One camper noted, “They gave us a cool private camp site at the end of the tent area,” which is a nice perk for those seeking a quieter experience.

For those who like to stay active, there are plenty of opportunities for fishing, boating, and enjoying the outdoors. The park is well-equipped with clean shower facilities and drinking water, making it easy to refresh after a day of adventure. While some campers mentioned that the RV sites can feel a bit crowded, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming, perfect for families or groups looking to make some memories together. Whether you’re just passing through or planning a longer stay, Pettibone Resort has a little something for everyone.

Description

What We Have To Offer

Over half the rv and camping sites are waterfront
Large pull-thru sites
Beautiful sunsets around a campfire
Fishing
Security entrance
Rustic tent camping
Playground with sand pit
Basketball court, horseshoes, and canoes
Camp store and bar
Canoe rentals
Clean and free bathroom/shower facilities
Coin laundry facilities
Dump station
Easy to find
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Location

Pettibone Resort is located in Wisconsin

Detail location of campground

Directions

From jct I-90 (exit 275-Minn. side of river) & US 14/61: Go 5 mi S on US 14/61.

Address

333 Park Plaza Dr
La Crosse, WI 54601

Coordinates

43.81302938 N
91.26613228 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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12 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 19, 2023

Ok stop for the night

Stopped here for the night. We stayed in the tent section with our teardrop trailer. Not many other tenters so we had the grassy site to ourselves. Site 609 was very close to bridge into LaCrosse so it was noisy but not as bad as I expected. The RV sites were pretty packed in but campers were having fun! Pit toilets were disgusting but the shower house with toilets was clean. Laundry available too. Drinking water close by.

Site609
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 25, 2022

Pretty cool RV/tent camping

This is a pretty nice RV park with plenty of camping sites. They have built it up to provide a lot of exposure to the water. There’s a boat yard on one side of the tent area. They have a fun little bar where you can play pool and buy beer to take back to your site.

They gave us a cool private camp site at the end of the tent area. It was actually three sites put together and separated from the rest. More privacy than most any other campsite.

Site635
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 13, 2022

Nice park on Miss River near LaCrosse

Pettibone is a nice park on an island in the Mississippi River in LaCrosse. Being from Louisiana it was cool to camp right beside the Mississippi River since we have levees between us and the river. We stayed one night on our way to Minnesota. There is plenty of shade. The park streets are asphalt with two concrete strips for your tires in the sites. The park was quiet except when someone decided to shoot fireworks between 10-11 pm. A little pricey at $54 considering there were no sewer hookups.

Stayed in pull-through campsite #308 which was shady. It was a grass site with two concrete strips for my TT tires. There was more than enough parking for my TT and truck and grass on either side. The site included: picnic table on a concrete pad. Utilities were located in the rear. 20A/30A electric and water. Site was a little unlevel. Neighbors are close.

AT&T had 2-3 bars of LTE and Verizon 1 bars of LTE service. AT&T Speedtest: 146 Mbps down, 4.8 Mbps up. Verizon Speedtest: 016 Mbps down, 0.14 Mbps up. Free WiFi.

Would stay here again. We camped at Pettibone Resort in a Travel Trailer.

Site308
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by David B., June 13, 2022
  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by David B., June 13, 2022
Reviewed Jun. 13, 2022

Nice park on Miss River in LaCrosse

Pettibone is a nice park on an island in the Mississippi River in LaCrosse. Being from Louisiana it was cool to camp right beside the Mississippi River since we have levees between us and the river. We stayed one night on our way to Minnesota. There is plenty of shade. The park streets are asphalt with two concrete strips for your tires in the sites. The park was quiet except when someone decided to shoot fireworks between 10-11 pm. A little pricey at$54 considering there were no sewer hookups. 

Stayed in pull-through campsite#308 which was shady. It was a grass site with two concrete strips for my TT tires. There was more than enough parking for my TT and truck and grass on either side. The site included: picnic table on a concrete pad. Utilities were located in the rear. 20A/30A electric and water. Site was a little unlevel. Neighbors are close. 

AT&T had 2-3 bars of LTE and Verizon 1 bars of LTE service. AT&T Speedtest: 146 Mbps down, 4.8 Mbps up. Verizon Speedtest: 016 Mbps down, 0.14 Mbps up. Free WiFi. 

Would stay here again. We camped at Pettibone Resort in a Travel Trailer.

Site308
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed May. 31, 2022

Beautiful

We got flooded out the only day we stayed. Got our money back for second night . Thank you. Mississippi was over flowing this flood plain and yet still beautiful and want to return. Nice people and treasure the area.

Site301?
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Oct. 30, 2021

Late fall camping

Very friendly, spot on the river. Looks like a lot of regulars-glad to be here in off season. Would come again.

Site116
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Oct. 16, 2021

Lacrosse fall colors

Here for a soccer tournament this weekend. Have a spot right on the river. Wonderful campground

Site116
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by Bob M., October 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by Bob M., October 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by Bob M., October 16, 2021
Reviewed Sep. 24, 2020

Horrible Customer service

Tried to stay here. Booked a site over the phone, got a reservation but was not told a confirmation number or even what site number we would have. Had to get off the line quickly as they made it seem like they were too busy to talk to me. Called back weeks later to confirm and got a site number, but again seemed like I was unimportant. Called before the trip to verify that I could cancel due to covid travel restriction and was told it would be fine. When I canceled the next morning (as I was told I could do), the manager called me and rudely said that was not the case. Again, they always seemed to be too busy to take care of my needs as a guest. I wish that I could say I will try again, but this experience of poor customer service has made me sure that I will never be staying at this resort again.

Reviewed Jul. 25, 2020

Okay for tents

Tent sites are just okay. They are located directly across from houseboats, so little privacy. The area was also damp, which meant lots of bugs. I was envious of the RV side, which looked much nicer. It was not quiet due to being practically under the bridge into La Crosse. On the upside, The man working there was very friendly and helpful. It did not appear that anyone was masked or social distancing. The bar was open and patrons were next to each other on stools at the bar. Employees were also not wearing masks.

Reviewed Jul. 19, 2020

Great campground for a family or groups!

We booked this on a whim so what’s expecting much but found it to be a wonderful getaway. Everything was easy to access and they had all the needed items on site. Propane, camp store, bar, golf cart rentals, canoes, etc. definitely worth renting a golf cart for the day as the campground is pretty spread out. We stayed in site 211 which was ok - shaded, etc. but the ticket is the sites by the water, either riverside or bay side. If you’re on the bay side you can being your boat and beach it right by your campsite. Fun! Worth coming back to for sure!

  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by Tara M., July 19, 2020
Reviewed Apr. 30, 2019

Hip skip and jump away

This is a great campground. About a 10 minute walk over the Cass St. bridge and you are in the heart of downtown La Crosse. This campground offers everything.

  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by Sara M., April 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by Sara M., April 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pettibone Resort by Sara M., April 30, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Pettibone Resort?

    Camping at Pettibone Resort can cost between $28.00 and $30.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Pettibone Resort have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Pettibone Resort has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Pettibone Resort?

    Pettibone Resort allows vehicles up to 80 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Pettibone Resort?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Pettibone Resort, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Pettibone Resort have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Pettibone Resort does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Pettibone Resort?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.