Is New Glarus Woods State Park first-come first-served or reservation?

New Glarus Woods State Park accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at New Glarus Woods State Park before I book?

Yes! New Glarus Woods State Park has 8 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at New Glarus Woods State Park?

New Glarus Woods State Park does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Is there cell service at New Glarus Woods State Park?

Cell phone service at New Glarus Woods State Park is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

How many campsites does New Glarus Woods State Park have?

New Glarus Woods State Park has 39 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at New Glarus Woods State Park?

Yes, pets are allowed at New Glarus Woods State Park. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at New Glarus Woods State Park?

New Glarus Woods State Park offers: Restrooms, Potable Water, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at New Glarus Woods State Park?

Popular activities at New Glarus Woods State Park include Hiking, Biking, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

New Glarus Woods State Park

4.01

119 reviews

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Quick Facts

1,089 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

39 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

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Quick Facts

1,089 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

39 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

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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

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What Campers Say

4.01

Satisfactory

Based on 119 reviews

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"Mixed reviews: visitors consistently praise the well-maintained trails, wooded setting, and convenience to New Glarus and the brewery, while many campers criticize the primitive vault toilets, lack of showers, and highway/truck noise affecting some sites."

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Campground Map

New Glarus Woods State Park

42.7869, -89.6306

Nearby supplies

New Glarus — town with restaurants, brewery and a public pool (shower access historically used by campers) a short drive from the park.

Best Time to Camp at New Glarus Woods State Park

Fall brings mid-40s to mid-60s°F days and cool nights, with hardwood color peaking across the hills and trails at their most scenic. Wildlife activity ramps up as animals prepare for winter. Mosquitoes, bees, and ticks are active in warmer months. Weekends during leaf season draw larger crowds; weekdays stay quiet. Expect occasional mud or ice late in the season.

Best

Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Fall brings peak hardwood color across the hills and the trails are at their most scenic.

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About New Glarus Woods State Park

New Glarus Woods sits in Wisconsin's Driftless Area at 1,089 feet elevation, offering 39 primitive campsites beneath mature hardwoods. The park is minutes from New Glarus and its brewery, but campers should know it's rustic: vault toilets only, no showers, and highway noise reaches some sites near County Highway 69.

Rustic, primarily tent-oriented camp area with drive-in and walk-in sites; group and primitive camping options referenced in reviews.

Weather and SeasonsFall brings mid-40s to mid-60s°F days and cool nights, with hardwood color peaking across the hills and trails at their most scenic. Wildlife activity ramps up as animals prepare for winter. Mosquitoes, bees, and ticks are active in warmer months. Weekends during leaf season draw larger crowds; weekdays stay quiet. Expect occasional mud or ice late in the season.

Natural Features and SceneryThe park's 39 sites spread across rolling hills covered in mature hardwood forest, with scattered prairie openings breaking up the canopy. The Bison Trail cuts through native grasses and seasonal wildflowers, offering a sharp contrast to the shaded woodland loops. These prairie remnants are genuine Driftless topography, not planted restoration. The mix of dense forest and open meadow creates varied terrain within a compact footprint.

Geological RegionDriftless Area of southern Wisconsin (rolling hills, mixed hardwoods and prairie openings).

Scenic ViewsWooded, forested site views with sheltered, shaded campsites; limited long‑range vistas except from prairie openings. Some sites are close to Hwy 69 and have views/hearing of passing traffic.

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Total Campsites39 campsites

Best CampsitesWalk-in sites and interior loop sites away from the park road offer larger, more secluded setups with heavier tree cover. Sites near Highway 69 pick up truck noise. Reviewers consistently recommend interior sites for privacy and quiet.

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Amenities available

Small, rustic state-park campground with mostly walk-in and drive-in tent sites. Facilities are basic: vault/pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings; town services (showers, stores) are a short drive away in New Glarus.

Potable water

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

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Activities you can enjoy

Well-maintained, rolling trails through mixed hardwood forest and prairie openings; popular for hiking, biking to town, and wildlife viewing. Close proximity to New Glarus adds dining and brewery visits as common park-adjacent activities.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsInsects (mosquitoes, bees, ticks) including at least one reported ground bee/bumble hive incident; uneven or sloped tent pads; traffic noise from Hwy 69 (including truck engine braking).

No Flush ToiletsFlush toilets are not available at this campground. Expect vault or pit toilets only.

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Reviews

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4.0

119 reviews

Satisfactory

New Glarus Woods State Park is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Mixed reviews: visitors consistently praise the well-maintained trails, wooded setting, and convenience to New Glarus and the brewery, while many campers criticize the primitive vault toilets, lack of showers, and highway/truck noise affecting some sites.

Review Summaries

Based on 119 reviews

What Campers Love

Well-groomed, varied hiking trails through woods and prairie; walk-in campsites are often described as spacious and heavily wooded; convenient proximity to New Glarus (restaurants, brewery) and...

Based on 119 reviews

Common Concerns

• **Vault/pit toilets in poor condition** – this is by far the most common negative. Multiple TripAdvisor reviews describe the pit toilets as “atrocious,” smelly, lacking toilet paper, and in urgent...

Based on 119 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Pick interior or walk-in sites (away from the highway) for more privacy and less road noise; bring toilet paper, hand sanitizer, a headlamp, strong bug protection, and gear to level tents; plan to...

Based on 119 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Only vault toilets with zero working lights."; "There are no showers on site."; "Peaceful, upkeep done routinely."; "Hwy 69 was a little loud. We will pick a site further away from hwy."

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