Governor Thompson State Park

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Governor Thompson State Park

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Pets

Not Allowed

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Governor Thompson State Park
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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"Reviews provided are generally positive (4–5 stars). Visitors praise the campground as well-equipped with showers and pit toilets and some call it a favorite, while noting a few drawbacks like campsite location and lake water clarity."

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About Governor Thompson State Park

Nestled away from the hustle of the park entrance, Governor Thompson State Park's campground offers a peaceful retreat with modern conveniences including hot showers and well-maintained facilities. After setting up camp, you'll find everything you need on-site, from firewood sales to easy lakeside access for those refreshing summer swims.
Natural Features and SceneryThe campground's crown jewel is its inviting lake, where campers can cool off on warm days with direct swimming access. The water takes on a distinctive dark, tea-stained hue—a natural characteristic common to many northern Wisconsin lakes caused by tannins from surrounding vegetation, giving it a wild, pristine quality that reminds you you're truly immersed in nature.
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Amenities available

Showers
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Reviewers mention a lake with swimming; other activities are not specified in the provided reviews.
Swimming
Review states there is a lake for swimming, though one reviewer commented the water was dark.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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°F
Dec 14
Sunday
Mainly clear
Precipitation: 0%
Humidity: 67%
Wind: 8.7 mph
Mainly clear

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Common complaintsSome campers find campsites located far from the entrance; one reviewer described the lake water as dark. Firewood may be cheaper off-site and more extensive shopping/services may require a ~20 minute drive.

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Governor Thompson State Park
Nearby supplies
Dollar store a short distance from the campsite
additional supplies require about a 20-minute drive.

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Governor Thompson State Park has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews provided are generally positive (4–5 stars). Visitors praise the campground as well-equipped with showers and pit toilets and some call it a favorite, while noting a few drawbacks like campsite location and lake water clarity.
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What Campers Love

Well-equipped campground with showers; pit (vault) toilets on site; firewood sold on-site; described by at least one reviewer as 'one of our favorite camping places.'
Based on 5 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Expect limited nearby services—plan for a roughly 20-minute drive for additional shopping; note that firewood is sold onsite but may be cheaper off-site.
Based on 5 reviews

Camper Quotes

First visit. 'Well equipped campground with showers and pit toilets.'; 'One of our favorite camping places.'
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Last updated December 14, 2025
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