The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Minocqua, Wisconsin

100% (47 reviews)

Looking to go camping near Minocqua, Wisconsin? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 170 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you prefer a cozy cabin, a spacious RV spot, or a rustic tent site, Hipcamp has got you covered. Plus, with top campsites like Firefly Camp and Sauna (67 reviews), Trapper Arts Camping Retreat (58 reviews), and River to Ridge Farmstead (28 reviews), you can trust that you're choosing a great spot. Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, potable water, and toilets, and take part in activities such as boating, surfing, and fishing. So pack your bags and get ready for a fantastic camping experience in beautiful Minocqua, Wisconsin!

Popular camping styles for Minocqua

Top-rated campgrounds

100% (47 reviews)

Looking to go camping near Minocqua, Wisconsin? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 170 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Whether you prefer a cozy cabin, a spacious RV spot, or a rustic tent site, Hipcamp has got you covered. Plus, with top campsites like Firefly Camp and Sauna (67 reviews), Trapper Arts Camping Retreat (58 reviews), and River to Ridge Farmstead (28 reviews), you can trust that you're choosing a great spot. Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, potable water, and toilets, and take part in activities such as boating, surfing, and fishing. So pack your bags and get ready for a fantastic camping experience in beautiful Minocqua, Wisconsin!

Popular camping styles for Minocqua

Top-rated campgrounds

1. River's Edge Adventure Company

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22mi from Minocqua · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Mercer, WI

River's Edge is a four season adventure company in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, outfitting adventurers with equipment and guidance. The property is located on the Manitowish River, Heart of Vilas County bike trail, and Iron County snowmobile trails. Campsites are located on the west end of the property, in proximity to all the activities, and include full hookups, a picnic table and fire ring. Bathroom is available for campers, however there is no shower. Campers get a discount on rental equipment. Our sites are open year-round, although water service will be turned off when temps are below freezing.

2. 'Driftwood' Year Round Yurt + Sauna

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13mi from Minocqua · 2 sites · Lodging · Boulder Junction, WI

Immerse yourself in the peaceful woods of Northern Wisconsin while staying in one of our cozy yurts. These canvas wrapped circular dwellings are fully insulated and equipped with central heat, electricity, and plumbing. Complete with a living space, bedrooms, a full kitchen and bathroom. We These luxury Yurts provide our guests with the opportunity to escape North north at all times of the year, while offering all the amenities of home. Woods, waters and trails surround the yurt village for unlimited outdoor activities. Additionally, the Sauna House offers the perfect way to wind down after a full day. We understand the dog is part of the family, and we are pet friendly. Conveniently located 10 minutes north of Minocqua on HWY 51 right on the snowmobile trail, and steps away from the Northern Highland State Forest. Enjoy free deliveries to the Yurt property through Coontail Sports. Kayak, mountain bike rentals, and more! Let us help curate your perfect vacation in the Northwoods.

3. Rohr's Wilderness Tours

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27mi from Minocqua · 46 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Conover, WI

Nestled in the heart of Northern Wisconsin's Vilas County, Rohr's Wilderness Tours stands out as a unique destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering an unparalleled blend of adventure and tranquility. Located on the Headwaters of the Wisconsin River, our campground caters to all types of campers, from RVs and fifth wheels to pop-ups, tiny campers, and tents. With a variety of sites ranging from full hookups to secluded walk-in spots, our campground features a beautiful shower house and a spacious pavilion, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone. At Rohr's, we provide an array of outdoor activities to enhance your experience. Enjoy canoe and kayak rentals, guided raft and inflatable kayak trips, and canoe instruction, all designed to immerse you in the stunning natural surroundings. For those seeking winter fun, we offer cross-country ski trips and access to a vast network of snowmobile trails and ATV routes. Our Forty-Acre Woods is perfect for mountain biking, hiking, and snowshoeing, with trails that cater to both novice and experienced adventurers. While staying with us, you can explore the nearby lakes and rivers, perfect for fishing, or visit charming towns such as Eagle River, Land O' Lakes, Minocqua, Boulder Junction, Sayner, Presque Isle, Phelps, and Three

4. Northwoods Bell Tent Retreat

28mi from Minocqua · 1 site · Lodging · Rhinelander, WI

We run a holistic healing retreat from our home, but when we are not doing those we offer up our beautiful bell tents for campers. Each tent has two full beds, side tables with lamps, a fan, and electricity. Our property is on 7.8 acres of which 80% is wooded, and on Fish Lake/Pelican River with a dock for access to the water. There is no public boat launch, so all watercraft must be able to be carried to the water. There is a fire pit by the lake with plenty of seating to hangout and watch the Northern Lights. We have large gardens and chickens plus we work here, so you will see us around. We do have roosters and they do make noise, but we find that our clients get used to them quickly. Our property is a great basecamp for exploring the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Only 10 minutes from downtown Rhinelander, but you feel like you are way out in the woods.

5. XCSki In/Out ABR Trails Foundation

44mi from Minocqua · 4 sites · Lodging · Ironwood, MI

ABR Trailside Cabins - XC Ski In/Out right from your own Rustic Cabin. The Foundation offers 4 Rustic Cabins available to rent via HipCamp. All cabins are located on 80km of groomed XC Ski trails & 16km of snowshoe trails. Enjoy your own secluded cabin located right on pristine groomed ABR Trails. Snowshoe trails also available from your door. Each cabin has mattresses, wood stove (firewood provided), and your own outhouse specific to each cabin. Basic supplies available at check-in (toilet paper, kindling, pull behind sled to ski in your gear), potable water-BYO container). Enjoy the luxury of groomed trails right out your door with a peaceful rustic cabin experience.

6. Stargazers U.P. Campground

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50mi from Minocqua · 22 sites · RVs · Ironwood, MI

Stargazers U.P. Campground is located within the North Ironwood Acres resort on the beautiful Black River Scenic Byway in Ironwood Michigan. A top recreation destination in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, we invite you to experience all our area has to offer on our peaceful and relaxing property.

Stories from the community

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Justin

October 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

This place is great. Close to everything. The staff is friendly and helpful with great tips on where to go and what to eat. Brandon, Chris and Jeremy really stepped up to make our experience great. We were a short drive from the mountain bike trails and a short walk from the river for a paddle.

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Meredith

October 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to River's Edge Adventure Company

Great location! Beautiful spot right on the river. Very friendly workers at the lodge as well. Might not be for the kind of camper who just wants to sit at their site all day but if you're lookong for an adventure down the river or to get some mileage on the beautiful bike trails then this is an AMAZING spot. We will definitely be back.

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Jaime

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River's Edge Adventure Company

This campsite was very nice because it was large and had many trees around it. We appreciated having access to the lodge. We arrived late the first night and decided to enjoy the indoor fireplace instead of making a fire at our campsite and it was so nice! We were also able to get our morning coffee inside. We also appreciated that it's directly across from a put in on the Manitowish River so it was simple to go paddling.

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Tom

September 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to River's Edge Adventure Company

Super staff. Helpful and friendly. Access to lodge was especially convenient on a day.

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Jennifer

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to 'Driftwood' Year Round Yurt + Sauna

Directions were clear. Property and yurt was beautiful and very clean!!! Host was very attentive accommodating and friendly!! We did not have grilling utensils and I just sent a text and Isabelle brought them right to us right away! This trust had everything I needed for a much needed relaxing weekend. I even ready two books that were provided inside the yurt! Unfortunately I did not get to enjoy sauna due to husband wanting to go to the bike festivities. I will be rebooking next year for a girls weekend! Highly recommend this cute little yurt ❤️

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Kimberly

September 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

Beautiful site, view of the river right outside the door, great hosts, dog friendly...canoe rental got us out on the Manotowish River for a few beautiful paddles. This is a place you can't wait to come back to, a private site, beautifully wooded, full hook up and the river right out your front door.

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CHEYENNE

August 2025

10 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Stargazers U.P. Campground

Great facilities and camp ground. Quiet and nice.

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Ris

August 2025

2 nights at 'Driftwood' Year Round Yurt + Sauna

Thoughtful. Inspired. Fantastic. The craftmanship of the sauna and the yurt were truly artful. It's clear how much these hosts care and have invested in this space.

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Lynn

July 2025

22 ft travel trailer

4 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

We loved that the campsite. It had everything we needed & was beautiful. Only steps from the bike trail & steps from where we could put our kayaks in the river. The taff was great too.

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Kara

July 2025

With pets

3 nights at 'Driftwood' Year Round Yurt + Sauna

We could not have asked for a better time. The pictures are legit and the yurt had everything we could have asked for and more. We even had a few family members drop by to visit, and they were very impressed by the amenities and the spaciousness of everything. We will be back next year!

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Daniel

July 2025

26 ft Class B

2 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

Property is in a terrific location for Biking and/or paddling. We did both and rented 3 E bikes for family that had traveled from the West Coast. They loved the trails and its scenic beauty. Our youngest guest caught a Northern Pike right off the river bank. As birders they were blown away by the number of species they ticked off their wish list. I’ve already booked another stay this summer. Loved our camp site and the hosts!

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Chuck

July 2025

19 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to River's Edge Adventure Company

Great host. Site 1 is across a closed road from the river. Only traffic is people on bikes. Quiet when I was there.

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Justin

July 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

Nice place with plenty do. The river is a short walk from the campsite, canoes, kayaks, cubes, and bicycles are all available for a discounted rental fee. Access to miles of paved bike paths too.

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Kory

July 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to River's Edge Adventure Company

Liked how quiet it was. Was very nice that it is right next to river and bike trails, don’t have to drive anywhere to bike or kayak

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Matthew

July 2025

32 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to River's Edge Adventure Company

Very cool camping site. Right next to the river and biking trail, so plenty of activities. They are running a kayak/tubing/biking rental business so it can get a little busy there, but the evenings are very quiet and peaceful. Water pressure was great for RVs and they do have full hookups. They do also allow access to the lodge and use of their kayaks, canoes etc after hours. My family had a great time!

Kate

July 2025

34 ft travel trailer

4 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

Our family loves camping at Rivers Edge. Chris and his son always make us feel welcome. We enjoy the spacious site and close proximity to bike trails, quaint shops and yummy restaurants in the Northwoods. We can't wait to return.

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Empath

July 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at River's Edge Adventure Company

Wow!!!!!! What a wonderful place. Our host were so gracious and friendly. The area was beautiful. Great walking/hiking and things to do on the water with your the rental lodge being right there. Definitely would stay again.

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Loretta

June 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rohr's Wilderness Tours

Rohr’s was a great stay. It was a very well maintained place. Everything we needed was at Rohr’s. It was a great get away. The hosts were very friendly and would definitely come back. .

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Patrick

June 2025

34 ft fifth wheel

4 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

Very nice place to stay. Right on the Manitowish River with fishing, biking, kayaking and great walks through the area. Thanks Chris and Brandon for the the great stay.

Angie

June 2025

26 ft travel trailer

10 nights at River's Edge Adventure Company

We really enjoyed being at Campsite 1. The location offered privacy and a lovely river view. Brandon was exceptional in helping us with whatever we needed. Would highly recommend staying here!