Rocky Arbor State Park RV & Campground Guide
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The 244 acres that make up Rocky Arbor State Park were set aside in 1932 by the Wisconsin legislature to preserve the sandstone outcrops eroded into picturesque ledges and walls by the Wisconsin River before it changed course. Despite its small size, the park delivers an extra bit of amazement for visitors traveling from far-flung states with views they will not see elsewhere. Located just 55 miles north of Madison, WI, and about halfway between Milwaukee and Eau Claire, WI, the park is a haven for those seeking a moist, cool location to camp before moving to other campgrounds in the state. Greeted with views of exposed layers of rock, hikers are surrounded by the moss and lichen that find an ideal environment to take root and grow. Wildflowers cover the area, stretching their necks, seeking the patches of sun that glance through the thick canopy of trees. This is a peaceful place where children's laughter echoes across rocky surfaces to dance among tree trunks, beckoning all who seek comfort.
Spring 23-68 F
Summer 56-82 F
Fall 27-72 F
Winter 10-31 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Rocky Arbor State Park
No matter the season, camping in an RV is the best way to enjoy the area around Rocky Arbor State Park. During the summer, camping inside the park is the most comfortable when you use an RV. During the winter, when the campground inside the park is closed, using an RV to camp at one of the nearby RV campgrounds or resorts allows you to visit the park when creeks are frozen to see ice hanging off sandstone walls and observe migratory birds that use the park as a sanctuary before returning to the warmth and comfort of your RV. To find an RV rental near the park, check out RVshare.
Rocky Arbor State Park Campground
Rocky Arbor State Park Campground offers 89 RV campsites, all of which are back-ins. The campground is a bare-bones facility. Most of the sites are primitive, requiring RVs that are self-contained. Only 19 campsites offer an electrical hookup. Firewood is sold inside the park during the camping season.
Water Hookup: No
Electric Hookup: 20/30 amps
Sewer Hookup: No
Wi-Fi Available: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Restrooms with flush toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, warm showers, dump station
Fee: $15 per night
Stand Rock Campground
Located only 2 miles east of Rocky Arbor State Park near Wisconsin Dells is Stand Rock Campground. This privately owned and operated RV campground offers 251 spacious campsites, some of which have pull-through capability. The campground is open year-round, but during the winter months, all units must be self-contained. During the summer months, the heated pool is available for all guests to use. Hiking trails wind their way through 100 acres of park. The camp store carries everything from groceries to camping supplies. Located next to the Wisconsin River, fishing is a favorite activity for visitors. Other activity facilities include a basketball court, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, a playground, and an 18-hole miniature golf course.
Water Hookup: Yes
Electric Hookup: 30/50 amp
Sewer Hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi Available: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Restrooms with flush toilets, warm showers, fire rings, picnic tables, dump station, laundry facility
Fee: $32 to $53 per night
Bass Lake Campground
Bass Lake Campground offers 55 RV campsites, 21 of which are pull-throughs. A swimming pool augments the swimming area in Bass Lake, a small natural lake stocked with fish to accommodate the thirst anglers have for their favorite sport. Paddleboats, canoes, and kayaks are allowed on the lake and are available to rent at the general store. Ice, firewood, RV supplies, and groceries are also sold at the general store. A basketball court, volleyball court, horseshoe pit, and playground are available for the enjoyment of guests.
Water Hookup: Yes
Electric Hookup: 30
Sewer Hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi Available: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Restrooms with flush toilets, warm showers, fire rings, picnic tables, dump station
Fee: $44 per night
What to Do at
Rocky Arbor State Park
Inside Rocky Arbor State Park
Rocky Arbor State Park has a 1-mile hiking loop that circles through the park, climbs to the top of bluffs, and returns to the campground. Wildlife includes raccoons, deer, bats, squirrels, and chipmunks. Hunting and trapping are allowed inside the park during hunting season with the proper permits. During the winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoe adventures await the willing visitor.
How to Get to
Rocky Arbor State Park
To approach Rocky Arbor State Park from Milwaukee, get onto Interstate 94 West (I-94 W). Travel through Waukesha and on for 69.8 miles to the outskirts of Madison, WI. Keep right at the fork outside Madison to get onto Interstate 90 West (I-90 W). Stay on I-90 W for 52 miles, and then turn right at exit 85 to merge with United States Highway 12 East (US-12 E). The entrance to Rocky Arbor State Park is 1.1 miles ahead.
Entering Rocky Arbor State Park
Rocky Arbor State Park is a day-use area that is open year-round from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Rocky Arbor State Park Per vehicle with Wisconsin license plates : $8.0
Rocky Arbor State Park Per vehicle with Wisconsin license plates, resident age 65 or older : $3.0
Rocky Arbor State Park Per vehicle with out-of-state license plates or per bus with Wisconsin plates : $11.0
Rocky Arbor State Park Per bus with out-of-state license plates : $15.0
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rocky Arbor State Park
The best time to visit Rocky Arbor State Park is during the summer. You will enjoy many activities, including picnicking, hiking the self-guided nature trails, or visiting the Wisconsin Dells waterparks.
If you visit Rocky Arbor State Park during the off-season, there are fewer crowds to disturb the animals, so wildlife and bird watching are at their best. Keep an eye out for deer, raccoons, squirrels, and chipmunks.
Rocky Arbor State Park offers a family campground with 90 campsites for tents and RVs up to 70 feet in length. Campers have access to water spigots, restrooms with showers and flush toilets, a garbage station, and a sanitary station.
The park is open all year round, and some sites can be reserved ahead of time. Others are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You may need to reserve a spot during the peak season to guarantee space.
At Rocky Arbor State Park, campers can bring their dogs for walks along the hiking trails, but they must be on a leash and under control at all times.
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