Rock Island State Park

Star4.55
69 reviews
Rock Island State Park
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Quick Facts

587 ft

Price

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

45 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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February 2026

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Rock Island 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

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What Campers Say

4.55

Top-Rated

Based on 69 reviews

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"Reviewers consistently praise the park's waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and peaceful atmosphere; campsite amenities cited include showers and water/electric hookups at tent sites. Common negatives mentioned are limited parking and limited signage/wayfinding to lower waterfall viewpoints."

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Rock Island State Park

Rock Island State Park

45.4004, -86.8567


Best Time to Camp at Rock Island State Park

Spring brings the waterfalls to life with rushing snowmelt, while September visitors enjoy the first hints of autumn color and comfortable temperatures. Whether you're catching wildflowers in bloom or experiencing the crisp clarity of early fall, the park reveals different charms throughout the seasons.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer offers beach/boating and full trail access; highly used season though parking may be limited.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Visitors note early autumn colors and comfortable temperatures; scenery remains a draw.

Best
Spring(Mar-May)
5.0 / 5
Top 1% in WI

Spring snowmelt 'brings the waterfalls to life' — prime time for waterfall viewing and photos.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter activity details; island access and campground services suggest limited winter appeal.

Planning Tips

    About Rock Island State Park

    Escape to Rock Island State Park, a Wisconsin DNR gem where cascading waterfalls and dramatic overlooks create a photographer's paradise. This peaceful retreat offers well-maintained camping facilities with restroom and shower amenities, all bookable through Wisconsin's GoingToCamp reservation system.
    Reviewers describe tent camping with water and electrical hookups and mention cabins/cottages available for rent nearby. Other site-type details (RV-specific sites, primitive, group sites or glamping) are not specified in the provided reviews.
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    Amenities available

    Showers
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    Electricity hookups
    Water hookups
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    Activities you can enjoy

    Reviews emphasize scenic waterfalls, gorge overlooks and short trail access to viewpoints; visitors also mention nearby beach access and river swimming areas. Photographers and people seeking a peaceful outdoor experience are commonly praised.
    HikingTrails and overlooks are noted (gorge overlook, Twin Falls); reviewers describe rocky paths to reach the bottom of the falls and some limited wayfinding to lower viewpoints.
    SwimmingReviewers reference a short drive to a beach and river areas where people can enter the water to swim; one review notes swim areas may close at sunset or by 6 pm (from a reviewer).
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    Hazards & AlertsReviewers report very limited parking near some waterfall viewpoints, which can create access/parking challenges.

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    Reviews

    4.6
    69 reviews
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    Top-Rated
    Rock Island State Park is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviewers consistently praise the park's waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and peaceful atmosphere; campsite amenities cited include showers and water/electric hookups at tent sites. Common negatives mentioned are limited parking and limited signage/wayfinding to lower waterfall viewpoints.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 69 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Beautiful waterfalls and gorge overlooks, peaceful and scenic setting, suitable for photography; campsite facilities include showers and water/electric hookups and nearby cabins/cottages are...
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    Based on 69 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Bring a camera; expect crowds in summer and limited parking; be prepared for rocky trails when accessing lower waterfall viewpoints; note that swim areas may close at sunset or by 6 pm (per a...
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    Based on 69 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "Beautiful falls but very limited parking."; "We camped at the tent location and had water and electric plug-ins."; "Check out the gorge overlook and of course Twin falls was stunning!"
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    Last updated February 2, 2026
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