Mill Bluff State Park

Star3.82
71 reviews
Mill Bluff State Park

Quick Facts

948 ft

Price

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

22 campsites

Season

Seasonal park with a...

Cell

Has Service

Pets

No Pets

RV FriendlyElectric

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February 2026

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February 2026
Mill Bluff State Park
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Campsite Fees
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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

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What Campers Say

3.82

Mixed Reviews

Based on 71 reviews

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noisemosquitoestrain

"Reviews praise the unique sandstone bluffs and the clear, sandy-bottomed swimming pond; campers describe the park as small, scenic, and family-friendly. Frequent negatives are persistent noise from the nearby interstate, freight trains and occasional military aircraft, heavy mosquitoes/ticks in warm months, and very basic (primitive) campground facilities."

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Campground Map

Mill Bluff State Park

Mill Bluff State Park

43.9506, -90.3194

Driving directionsPark is immediately adjacent to Interstate 90/94 and Highway 12; follow park signage from local exits. The campground and main park area are accessed from the park road that crosses/skirts the interstate (see official park map on the DNR website).
Directly adjacent to Interstate 90/94 and Highway 12; park is bisected/bordered by major road and freight rail lines, making it an easy stop from the interstate but subject to constant traffic/rail noise.

Best Time to Camp at Mill Bluff State Park

The park welcomes visitors during the warmer months when the bluffs and pond are at their best, closing for the winter season. Summer brings ideal swimming weather, though you'll want to pack insect repellent—mosquitoes and ticks are active and plentiful during peak season. The rocky, steep trails offer rewarding climbs in dry conditions but require extra caution when wet or icy.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer ideal for swimming pond and bluff views; expect mosquitoes/ticks and some noise.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Scenic bluffs should be attractive in fall; park remains seasonal and may have fewer bugs.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring offers bluff views but can be buggy and chilly; park open seasonally during warmer months.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

Campground closed in winter per reviewer reports.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Seasonal park with a short open season; campground is closed in winter per reviewer reports (exact dates not provided).

About Mill Bluff State Park

Discover a hidden gem where ancient Cambrian sandstone bluffs tower dramatically above the landscape and a pristine spring-fed pond invites you to cool off on warm summer days. This intimate, wooded campground offers a peaceful back-to-basics experience with rustic amenities, though campers should note that nearby I-90/94, freight trains, and occasional military aircraft can create periodic noise.
Small, rustic campground serving tent and RV campers with a few electric sites; facilities are primitive compared with larger state-park campgrounds.
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Amenities available

Electricity hookups
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Focused on bluff hiking and a family-friendly swimming pond; limited in-park activities beyond short trails and beach play.
HikingShort, steep trails with irregular stone staircases to an observation deck on Mill Bluff and additional short bluff loops (Camel Bluff). Trails are rocky and can be strenuous.
SwimmingSmall spring-fed swimming pond with a sandy bottom and a small beach, shallow and popular with families and kids.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsHeavy mosquitoes and ticks in warm months; constant noise from adjacent interstate, freight rail (train horns), and occasional military aircraft; steep, rocky stairways and uneven/oddly shaped or unlevel campsites; soft sandy soil that can be messy when wet.

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Reviews

3.8
71 reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mill Bluff State Park has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews praise the unique sandstone bluffs and the clear, sandy-bottomed swimming pond; campers describe the park as small, scenic, and family-friendly. Frequent negatives are persistent noise from the nearby interstate, freight trains and occasional military aircraft, heavy mosquitoes/ticks in warm months, and very basic (primitive) campground facilities.
Review Summaries
Based on 71 reviews

What Campers Love

Scenic sandstone bluffs with rewarding overlooks, short bluff hikes and stone staircases, a clean sandy-bottom swimming pond and beach ideal for families, generally well-maintained vault toilets and...
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Based on 71 reviews

Common Concerns

• **Mosquitoes and ticks**: several TripAdvisor reviews, including in 2025, describe being “eaten alive” and characterize the park as extremely buggy in summer.[1] • **Noise**: many campers criticize...
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Based on 71 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring your own potable water and be prepared for limited running water; pack strong insect repellent and do regular tick checks; earplugs or white-noise for light sleepers due to road/train/aircraft...
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Based on 71 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Great campground with a beautiful beach."; "They tore us up out there, we found 10+ [ticks]."; "Most sites have no electricity so don’t forget the power bank and extra flashlights."; "Probably the...
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Last updated February 2, 2026
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