Plover River Retreat operates as a private campground with walk-in access near Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The forested property sits alongside the Plover River, requiring campers to carry gear from parking areas to their sites. Basic amenities include campfire rings, firewood sales, and trash collection, with nightly rates ranging from free to $30 depending on site selection.
Reservations help secure spots at this river-adjacent location. The walk-in requirement means lighter packing works best, though the riverside setting provides water access for those willing to make the trek. Campers seeking additional options in the region can explore campgrounds around Stevens Point for comparison.
Description
We invite you to set up camp on our quiet shores of the Little Plover River and enjoy a break from the fast paced world. Located on 150 yards of water frontage, Plover River Retreat is situated by an old lumber mill, complete with a dam, which provides bountiful Northern Pike fishing during certain times of the year.
We have a wooded 5 acre homestead, with plenty of areas to set up your tent campsite. Trash bin and fire ring are available. We have one main site at the base of the dam, where the grass is mowed and maintained, with other areas available for additional tents. Can accommodate larger groups, but additional sites are very rustic. Each tent will be an additional charge. You are able to see our homestead from the river bottom, but natural foliage such as large fiddlehead ferns and trees block our view from the home, so there is privacy.
Come wade and splash in our slice of river paradise! Our water frontage is shallow, between 1-3 feet, and mostly sandy/rocky. Highly suggest water shoes for ease of walking and swimming.
If you’re more adventurous, kayaks and a canoe are available for rent and can be put in on either side of the dam. Tubes are also available for rent and can be used for a 45 minute float or a 3 hour float down the Little Plover River. It’s not uncommon to spot Bald Eagles, turtles, otter, and deer on our stretch of the river.
Each site is a short 3-4 minute walk from our main home where we are available to field any questions or address emergencies. Shores are quiet and mostly undeveloped. We are a 15 minute drive to Stevens Point, and a 25 minute drive to Wausau.
Firewood available for purchase on site. Flexible check in/check out policy.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Private CampgroundPlover River Retreat is located in Wisconsin
Directions
Turn right down the dirt path, parking by the large rock and apple tree.
Coordinates
44.65554 N
89.46627999999998 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Fires
Drive Time
- 31 min from Wausau, WI
- 1 hr 7 min from Oshkosh, WI
- 1 hr 10 min from Appleton, WI
- 1 hr 24 min from Green Bay, WI





