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The English Pale Campground (21+)

Hosted by Cal · Melrose, Wisconsin
8 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 70 acres
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Off-lead friendly
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Hike-in to some pitches at this Hipcamp.
IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION: The river edge erosion wall construction is complete. The area is being prepared to have additional river sites added sometime in 2026 depending on vegetation growth. The entire Beach (R3 & R4) will be closed to Campers starting October 1. This is due to hunting season starting. Campsites in the main campground will be still available, but guests are not allowed on the lower 40. Contact Cal or check our Facebook page and web site for more information. The campground and rental house will open about May 15, each year. The English Pale Campground is located along the Black River in Jackson County, 1 mile west of the Village of Melrose. The entire property only allows guests and occupants who are 21 or older. Sites/house can be booked 6 months in advance. The main campground is 70 feet above the river. We have 5 rustic (no hook-ups) RV/Travel Trailer/Tent sites, a fully furnished “Manor” House, a travel trailer as well as 2 rustic beach sites that are located along the river. The property is a total of 70 acres, which includes the 4+ acre beach, a mile of river front and trails through the woods that connect them all. The English Pale opened in 2021 and is a developing property. In late summer of 2025 an erosion wall was built along the Black River. This included clearing of a section of the forest, building a gravel access road and an riprap river wall to prevent further erosion. Since 2016 over 60 feet of the riverbank has washed away. Our property offers a reasonable expectation of privacy and we do not offer day passes as our target guests are campers. We are an adult only property, but not a nudist campground, as that is not our central theme. We do not prohibit our guests from nudity for the purpose of sunbathing on the beach, campsites or sundeck, but nudity is not allowed in general common areas. Part of our nature is allowing discreet nudity for tanning purposes. While we target couples for time together, singles and groups are welcome. This is NOT a party campground, our goal is to let you connect with nature. More campground information can be found on our main web page or on Facebook at The English Pale Campground and Resort. The entire property can be rented by contacting us directly by phone or email.
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R3 Rustic

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Tent site · Sleeps 6
This is a rustic site located directly along the Black River accessible by water. No other campsites are with in 800 feet and the site is located adjacent to a 4+ acre beach on a mowed section with small trees. This site allows a maximum of 6 adults (must be 21+) per site. A vehicle parking area is located by walking a trail though the woods about 10-15 minute north.. There is no access by vehicles to this site. The main campground to the property is located about 10-15 minutes west, by walking on a trail as well. a Water Station, outdoor shower and portable toilets' are available in the main campground.   For an additional $10 fee (one way) $20 round trip, supplies can be transported from the parking lot to your site or/and back, contact management, send a text. Weather conditions like rain and flooding directly affect the availability of this site. High water will cause the site to become unusable and unsafe. Use of the property is on your own risk and no lifeguards patrol the beach. All campers must be 21 and older, ID required.
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Tent site · Sleeps 6
This is a rustic beach site located directly along the Black River accessible by water and foot only. No other campsites are with in 800 feet and the site is located on the 4+ acre sand beach. Six adults (must be 21+)  are the maximum allowed per site. A vehicle parking area is located by walking about 10-15 minute north on a trail, through the woods. There is no access by vehicles to this site. The main campground to the property is located about 10-15 minutes west, by walking on a trail. For an additional $10 fee (one way) $20 round trip, supplies can be transported from the parking lot to your site or/and back, contact management, send a text.  This site is well suited to access by canoe or kayak. A fire ring is provided but safe burning on the beach is allowed. A picnic table is also provided. Drinking water, portable toilet and outdoor shower are available on the north side of the Manor House in the Main Campground. Weather conditions like rain and flooding directly affect the availability of this site. High water will cause the site to become unusable and unsafe. Activities are at your own risk and no life guards patrol the beach. All campers must be 21 and older, ID required.
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B21

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 50 ft
This site is 1 of 5 that can be used for any type of camping unit including a tent, travel trailer, RV or 5th wheel. The site receives sun in the morning and starts to become shaded about 1pm. The Campground is rustic and does not provide electrical or water hook-ups currently. A Water Station and outdoor shower is provided on the north side of the Manor House.  One tent may be used in conjunction with the primary independent camping unit or up to 3 tents alone. Maximum  6 persons, all 21 or older, may rent these sites. Each site is 50’ X 50’ and provides a level, diagonal 60’ gravel parking pad, a fire pit and picnic table. Rental of a site entitles you access to a 4+ acre beach along the Black River, 1 mile southwest of the Melrose Boat launch. The beach is about a 10-to-15-minute walk on trails through the woods.
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B14

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 38 ft
This is a brand NEW vehicle access site for 2025. This site is 1 of 5 that can be used for any type of camping unit including a tent, travel trailer camper that with the towing unit and camper DO NOT exceed more than 38 feet. This is a drive thru site that has a curved gravel pad that makes it difficult for large units. This is a great site for added privacy, but has limited sun mid-morning and starts to become shaded late afternoon. Not the best for sunbathing due to the trees on the site. The site was constructed in the tree line for added privacy. The Campground is rustic and does not provide electrical or water hook-ups currently. A Water Station and outdoor shower (hot/cold water) is provided on the north side of the Manor House.  One tent may be used in conjunction with the primary independent camping unit or up to 3 tents alone. Maximum  6 persons, all 21 or older, may rent this sites. Each site provides a level, diagonal gravel parking pad, a fire pit and picnic table. Rental of a site entitles you access to a 4+ acre beach along the Black River, 1 mile southwest of the Melrose Boat launch. The beach is about a 10-to-15-minute walk on trails through the woods.
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B16

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 50 ft
This site is 1 of 5 that can be used for any type of camping unit including a tent, travel trailer, RV or 5th wheel. The site receives sun in the morning and starts to become shaded about 1pm. The Campground is rustic and does not provide electrical or water hook-ups currently. A Water Station and outdoor shower is provided on the north side of the Manor House.  One tent may be used in conjunction with the primary independent camping unit or up to 3 tents alone. Maximum of 6 persons, all 21 or older, may rent these sites. Each site is 50’ X 50’ and provides a level, diagonal 60’ gravel parking pad, a fire pit and picnic table. Rental of a site entitles you access to a 4+ acre beach along the Black River, 1 mile southwest of the Melrose Boat launch. The beach is about a 10-to-15-minute walk on trails through the woods.
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B20

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 50 ft
This site is 1 of 5 that can be used for any type of camping unit including a tent, travel trailer, RV or 5th wheel. The site receives sun in the morning and starts to become shaded about 1pm. The Campground is rustic and does not provide electrical or water hook-ups currently. A Water Station and outdoor shower is provided on the north side of the Manor House.  One tent may be used in conjunction with the primary independent camping unit or up to 3 tents alone. Maximum of 6 persons, all 21 or older, may rent these sites. Each site is 50’ X 50’ and provides a level, diagonal 60’ gravel parking pad, a fire pit and picnic table. Rental of a site entitles you access to a 4+ acre beach along the Black River, 1 mile southwest of the Melrose Boat launch. The beach is about a 10-to-15-minute walk on trails through the woods.
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B18

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 50 ft
This site is 1 of 5 that can be used for any type of camping unit including a tent, travel trailer, RV or 5th wheel. The site receives sun in the morning and starts to become shaded about 1pm. The Campground is rustic and does not provide electrical or water hook-ups currently. A Water Station and outdoor shower is provided on the north side of the Manor House.  One tent may be used in conjunction with the primary independent camping unit or up to 3 tents alone. Maximum of 6 persons, all 21 or older, may rent these sites. Each site is 50’ X 50’ and provides a level, diagonal 60’ gravel parking pad, a fire pit and picnic table. Rental of a site entitles you access to a 4+ acre beach along the Black River, 1 mile southwest of the Melrose Boat launch. The beach is about a 10-to-15-minute walk on trails through the woods.
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B16 Trailer 07 Sunset

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Onsite RV/trailer · Sleeps 6 · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 1 toilet
This camper rental is perfect for the guest who wants a little more than the "Rustic" experience, but does not own their own unit. It comes fully set up as a 26-foot, "2007, Sunset Trail" travel trailer ready to rent on location. While we do not have electrical hookups, as the campground is rustic, we do include an inverter generator and one tank of gas with the rental. Also included is a full propane tank, 40-gallons of fresh water (non-potable), linens for two double beds, some basic utensils, BBQ supplies and dumping of the 50 gallon waste tanks. Our sites are 50’ X 50’ and provides a level, diagonal 60-foot gravel parking pad, a fire pit, and picnic table. One tent may be used in conjunction with the travel trailer for a maximum of 6 persons, (all 21 or older) may rent the site. Rental is $190 for the first, two nights and $75 per night after that, up to 7 nights (contact Cal before booking to get the discount). The supplies provided (propane, gas & water) are normally sufficient for a 2 to 3 night stay. Extra charges are incurred for additional gas, propane, or a gray/black water dump.
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97% Recommend101 ratings · 84 reviews

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Melrose, Jackson, Wisconsin, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Cal S.

Joined in August 2021

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