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Located on a high bluff overlooking the confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi rivers, a land of sculpted limestone and prehistoric Native American mounds can be found amid a swath of preserved hardwood forest. Translated “home of the warrior” in the language of the local Munsee–Delaware Indians, Wyalusing Hardwood Forest and the Wyalusing Mounds have received recognition as national natural landmarks and historic places. Adjacent to the forest, Wyalusing State Park is the perfect camping destination for a little outdoors R&R, while discovering more about the natural and cultural history at the junction of Wisconsin’s and America’s greatest waterways.
Visitors to Wyalusing State Park have two campgrounds to choose from. Wisconsin Ridge is set on a high bluff over the Wisconsin River, and Homestead is located in shady hardwood forest. Combined, they offer 109 campsites for tent and RV campers; there is also a large group campground. Both campgrounds provide flush and vault restrooms, shower facilities and drinking water. A portion of sites in each campground have electrical hookups for RVs, and there is a dump station near the Homestead site. The park also has several picnic areas, sports courts, and five reservable group picnic shelters. Firewood, camping supplies, ice and boat rentals are available at the concession stand. Seasonal campsite rates range from $15–$35/night; entrance to the park requires an additional fee.
With nearly 24 miles of land and water trails in Wyalusing State Park, you’ll find ample opportunities for exploring riverside bluffs. Whether you like to walk, hike, ride, or paddle, there’s a trail just for you. Take an easy interpretive walk to learn about the park’s flora, fauna and geology; hike to see limestone caves, waterfalls, and a great view of the river; hop on your bike for a ride around the edge of a wooded grassland; or board a canoe or kayak and paddle through the Mississippi backwaters. Many of these trails are also open during the winter for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Other park activities include fishing, bird watching, and seasonal hunting.
My best friend and I have been camping here for the past few years, especially in the winter during the off-season. We really enjoy the campground and the surrounding area. I highly recommend this park for everyone!
Great park for camping, I prefer the more secluded campground. They have multiple spots to get great views of the area. We went on a few fun trails, rented a canoe for $15 a hour, and we're able to attend a astronomy night at the park.
A very nice park with lots to explore. The trails are nice and there is a wide selection of different trails. The bluff trail was a nice one but got a little narrow in spots so be careful when walking near the edge. Treasure cave was pretty neat to check out. I definitely recommend the sugar maple trail that takes you to the painted cave. The trail wasn't difficult except for going up all the switchbacks and gaining a pretty good elevation gain but worth it in the end. We camped there for a few days in Wisconsin Ridge and loved it. It was quite and peaceful which was exactly what I was looking for. The showers water was a push button so be prepared to keep pushing it to get a full shower in. They had vault and flush toilets within walking distance. Will be going again soon.
Beautiful park. Lots of great outlooks over the rivers. Good hiking trails (some of them pretty intense but beautiful). My campsite was well-maintained. I appreciated how dark it was at night, it made for some great stargazing. The popularity of this park makes camp reservations a little difficult, but believe me it's worth it.
Wow! This may be my new favorite Wisconsin state park. The scenery from a top Point Lookout is absolutely amazing and quite beautiful. Hiking down the Bluff trail from Poimt lookout will give you some of the best hiking and coolest rock formations around. From Bluff trail, you can check out Treasure Cave and see these amazing geological formations. There is also the cave itself, which was closed for entrance when I went because of White Nose syndrome potentially affecting the bats. I seen some great wildlife while hiking there as well, including many birds and a possum.