Public campgrounds near Milwaukee
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Lottie
2 weeks ago
With pets
Super nice area! Spacious and lots of camp sites to offer. Staying in the cabin was really cozy. The stove and usb charging was really nice. Wood burning to stay warm, was something new that we enjoyed.
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Shayna
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
This was our second time staying at Darryl’s property and absolutely loved it. They provide all the perfect elements for a beautiful grounding get away.
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Mohan
October 2025
With kids
We really loved staying at the Tiny house (cabin). My 3 year old son didn't want to leave. This was our 1st time camping at an off grid cabin and it was a cool experience. Everything inside the cabin worked. The lights, gas stove, wood stove and the water pump. Also, 1st time using a composting toilet. It worked out well. Outside, there's a fire pit, some chairs, picnic table, gas grill and a charcoal grill. We got to meet Darryl and Linda, and they were very welcoming.
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Lauren
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
This was our third time camping on Darryl’s land, and our second time staying at the tiny cabin at his stone ridge location. We were super impressed with the upgrades made since our last stay. It was clean, with clear instruction. Every time we stay there we drive away saying, “best stay yet!”
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Bee
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
Another wonderful weekend at this tiny cabin! We appreciated the extra firewood already at the site and the addition of a little store for any small items you may have forgotten or need like bug spray, first aid kits, emergency ponchos, lighters, charcoal, etc etc.
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Tony
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
Great spot for a weekend getaway. Cozy little cabin in the woods.
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Nicholas
August 2025
With pets
Excellent second stay at the cabin, can’t wait to return!
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chie
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
i loved the quaint vibe of the cabin! it was such a fun experience.
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Ashleigh
May 2025
With pets
It was a wonderfully relaxing weekend with me and my dog. We loved the wood stove and the trails!
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Dominic
May 2025
2 nights at Purplehaze Acres
Had a relaxing time at the cabin. Darryl responded quickly to bring us a lighter for the fire and even gave us some fresh eggs. It was great to find somewhere dog friendly but contained for safety. We have tent camped here previously so it was nice to return. The solar panel gave us plenty of nighttime lighting/phone charge and while it wasn’t necessarily cold enough to require the indoor wood burning fire, we did use it and sleep with the windows open and we were all comfortable. As mentioned the bathroom is not private but as a first time compost toilet user it was pretty straightforward and we did not notice any unpleasant smells. Thanks Darryl!
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Hillarie
April 2025
With pets
Needed a break from the city and found it at this solar-fueled tiny house at Purple Haze. Darryl will go out of his way to ensure you have what you need and will meet you (after you call) to make sure you see the home features (compost toilet, solar lights with light switches, pump sink, stove and wood burning stove). I had hoped to bring my dog up to the loft to the bed but she couldn’t do the ladder and is too gangly to carry. Yet, she was in dog heaven. Beautiful land and home… definitely recommend if you’re looking for a break and would like to enjoy some creature comforts.
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Ben
April 2025
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Amy
April 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
This location is the coziest spot for a relaxing and simple soul~refreshment ✨
There is zero I would change~everything about my time at the Stone RidgeTiny house felt like a gentle hug for my frayed nervous system!
I cannot recommend highly enough!
I can’t wait return!✨
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Hattie
March 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
We had the most magical stay at the tiny house. Darryl and Linda were truly so hospitable and warm. It’s clear they love the land and the creatures that inhabit it. We especially loved the big window by the loft bed and making breakfast on the stove. Can’t wait to come back and stay again! Thanks so much again ⭐️
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Meghan
March 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
My girlfriend and I had such an amazing time at Darryl's tiny cabin. It was so fun to tend to the wood stove and enjoy the beautiful nature around us. We felt very cozy and comfortable.
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Sara
March 2025
2 nights at Purplehaze Acres
Two best nights of sleep in so long. What an adorable cabin. We loved every minute of it. Be prepared to bring backup charging for your devices if you need it, there’s only solar electric with USB-A ports. We only had USB-C so were without phones, etc. (it was a welcome problem to be honest!)
Great spot, I’m definitely coming back!
We heard owls, Sandhill cranes, I saw several hawks and an eagle. It was so nice.
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Christine
March 2025
With pets
Such a lovely stay. Darryl was very kind and helpful, the cabin was clean and cozy. Will be back!
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kheiron
January 2025
Weekend Trip to Purplehaze Acres
we had a lovely weekend here. there is almost anything here you might need for a quiet weekend away.
it is secluded enough to feel private and cozy, even in the winter with bare trees. a major plus is that you don’t have to worry about staying warm inside, even with very low outside temps. we hope to be back soon!
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Mitch
January 2025
3 nights at Purplehaze Acres
Excellent tiny cabin! We felt so good in that space. You can tell it was built with love, and it's extremely well built and solid. The little wood burning heater kept us super toasty, the bed was really comfy... Will come back
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Maxine
December 2024
2 nights at Purplehaze Acres
Despite the mud and rain, we had a lovely time staying in this tiny cabin and walking through the woods or Darryl's land. Darryl was communicative and informative and the cabin itself is adorable - the loft bed is comfortable, the woodstove was cozy (and toasty - keep in mind the heat rises for when you're going to sleep - we had to open the window), and things like the water pump and composting toilet were great. Though I recommend bringing some extra filtered water as the filter itself was very slow and priming the pump takes a bit of effort each time you want to use it.
I would also keep in mind that this is a pet friendly place (which was great for us bringing our small dog), so naturally there will be animal hair around - in case you're allergic it may not be the best fit for you.
Would love to come back again and also see the woods in the warmer months/check out some of the tent sites!
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