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Sandrock Cliffs — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway

Sandrock Cliffs in the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway near Grantsburg, WI, offers a terrain characterized by rocky formations and forested areas. Temperatures in this region range from lows around 10°F in winter to highs near 80°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Crex Meadows Wildlife Area and the Saint Croix River, both offering opportunities for wildlife observation and water activities.

Description

National Park Service

St. Croix National Scenic Riverway

Primitive shoreline campsites scattered along the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers offer the opportunity to move from campsite to campsite for multi-day trips. These campsites are often only accessible from the water and are relatively isolated. Campsites are on a first-come, first-serve basis and are easier to secure mid-week and during non-holiday weekends. There are no fees or reservations required. However, a camping permit is required on the St. Croix River below Highway 8.

Fee Info

No fees but permit is required

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Location

Sandrock Cliffs — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway is located in Wisconsin

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

45.79300072 N
92.77000036 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

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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Reviewed Jul. 21, 2024

Trashed, No peace or quiet.

This campsite is about an hour away from where I live. The listing here on The Dyrt seemed promising, and I hoped that by getting out there early I would find a nice spot. I first went to the National Park Service Scenic Riverway Visitor Center in St. Croix Falls to obtain a permit and learned that I don't need one for Sandrock Cliffs, I was already there so I got one anyway. About 40 minutes later I arrived at Sandrock Cliffs. The campsites all have a fire ring and are decently spaced apart, but most of the sites were full of trash and broken tent poles. There was a large group of kids that arrived by canoe/kayak just after I did. Soon the parking lot was also full of cars of some shady looking people who appeared to be looking for a spot to party. The kids seemed to have deterred these people from staying. I set up my camp and started to read a book. The kids began running through my campsite and upset my dog. After 3 times of them running through my campsite I just packed up and went home. Since this spot is accessible by road I'm assuming that its best not to visit in the summer, it seems to be a place that gets abused by the locals as a party area. I may consider visiting again in the fall when it is hopefully less busy.

Sitefirst one up the stairs to the left.
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2021

Very quiet and beautiful

I absolutely love this campground. You have to walk upstairs to get to it, but there were quite a few campsites as you walk along the hiking trail. Each one has a fire pit and a picnic table, and you could probably fit three or more tense at each site. We were there in June and there was only one other group there. The hiking trail was awesome also, you hike along the Saint Croix river. We had some cell service. There is a pit toilet by the parking lot. No trash, showers or water that we saw. 

Month of VisitJune
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Sandrock Cliffs — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Sandrock Cliffs — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Sandrock Cliffs — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Sandrock Cliffs — Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway does not have wifi.