Public Campground
South Campground — Merrick State Park
South Campground at Merrick State Park is located near Fountain City, WI, and features terrain with wooded areas and riverbanks. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Mississippi River, offering opportunities for fishing and boating, and the Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge, which is ideal for wildlife observation.
Description
The south campground has 35 campsites, including 28 waterfront sites on Fountain City Bay. In years the Mississippi River floods, the south campground is closed until the water recedes and the campground dries out. The north campground shower building can be used by campers from the south campground.
Drive Time
- 44 min from La Crosse, WI
- 1 hr from Rochester, MN
- 1 hr 10 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 1 hr 55 min from Minneapolis, MN
Location
South Campground — Merrick State Park is located in Wisconsin
Coordinates
44.149327 N
91.746855 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 11/19/25- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 11/19/25
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
