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Sturgeon Bay Canal

Sturgeon Bay Canal operates as a dispersed camping area along a gravel access road near the canal waters. The site consists primarily of a gravel parking lot with an adjacent mowed area suitable for tent setup, accommodating RVs up to 25 feet in length. Recent campers report good road conditions with easy turnaround space, though the unlit gravel surface requires careful navigation after dark.

The waterfront location draws anglers to the canal, while the open gravel lot provides clear views for stargazing. Cell service reaches the area effectively, though amenities remain minimal beyond campfire permissions. Campers should note posted overnight restrictions that may affect extended stays, and pets are not permitted at this location.

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Location

Dispersed Camping

Sturgeon Bay Canal is located in Wisconsin

Coordinates

44.80296423824688 N
87.32836642501807 W

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Connectivity

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
Verizon
No Coverage
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage

Connectivity

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
Verizon
No Coverage
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Features

For Campers

Fires

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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3 Reviews

Justine I.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 10, 2025

No camping/overnight parking signs everywhere

There are signs everywhere not to camp/overnight park. Cool little park by the canal, no people, but I wouldn’t plan on staying overnight

Month of VisitOctober

Scott S.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2025

A place to stay

Easy to find. Plenty of room. Good gravel road, easy turn around. Mostly gravel parking lot with a mowed area for tenting. Im in a van/RV. Parked in the lot overnight. Flat, serviceable. No hiking trails, no amenities, just a place to stay. Good WiFi.

Month of VisitJuly

Abigail K.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 5, 2025

Quiet of the path location

We stayed here the night of the Fourth of July and it was pretty quiet. There’s another spot slightly up the road and we saw a couple people RV camping. It’s a loose gravel road that isn’t lit but we felt safe! There were a few fishermen, a couple told us that the longer grass near the gravel lot had a lot of ticks but would still be camp-able. Neither my friend or I got any ticks but we did spray pretty heavily. Overall really nice, the stars were beautiful. Built a small fire and toasted marshmallows! We’re both young females so as far as safety for us it was good!

Month of VisitJuly

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Sturgeon Bay Canal?

Sturgeon Bay Canal allows vehicles up to 25 feet.

Are fires allowed at Sturgeon Bay Canal?

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

Does Sturgeon Bay Canal have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Sturgeon Bay Canal does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Sturgeon Bay Canal?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, some coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.