Crawford Landing Road to Indian Village Road, Onion River II Peshekee Grade to 3-Mile Mark, Peshtigo River Fair Street to County Road V, St. Croix River II 6.29.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Accommodations: There are many cabins and cottages for rent, and it's handy to have a kitchen since restaurants are limited. 4.22.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.23.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Zumbro Falls to Millville, Filter your search by Category : Tag : Date. 4.17.17 | ☆ Forestville to Algoma, Allen Creek 7.15.10 | ☆ ☆ Saltpeter Cave Crossing to Eddyville Blacktop Road, Manitowoc River II 6.16.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.20.08 | ☆ Seeley Lake to Hatchery Road, Sheboygan River VI 5.1.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Archaeological excavations have provided evidence of a prehistoric village on the Middle Fork River near the park that was home to Native Americans of the Woodland and … Robin Lane to West River Drive, Mill Creek (Richland) 6.22-6.23.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 11.21.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.15.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 12.13.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.14.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.26.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ New Prospect to New Fane, Mirror Lake Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Lake Superior: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (MI) Dekorra, Wisconsin, Lake Mendota: Governor’s Island Black Earth to Hudson Road, Black Earth Creek IV 7.14.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ A trip down the Kickapoo River can be accomplished by canoe, by automobile, or by biking along State Highway 131. Lake Ludden to S. Oak Park Road, Pecatonica River: Mineral Point Branch I Al Tech Park to West River Drive, Wisconsin River XVII 9.27.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.16.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Plan appropriately. 8.6.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.7.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.18.14 | ☆ ☆ Willow Camp (D) has four individual campsites and is for self-contained units only. Leave dead trees standing for wildlife. 10.29.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ and the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. Sweet-Allyn Park to Dickop Street, Upper Iowa River II 8.2.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo is simply gorgeous and by canoe or kayak, you must experience the paddle from Ontario to La Farge. About half the sites have electrical hookups, two shower buildings are available to all campers and a sanitary dump station is available. Watersmeet to Forest Road 5250, Pecatonica River V (IL) East 18th Road to Highway 71, Crawfish River III 7.30.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Mecan River Springs to 11th Road, Mecan River II 6.3.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road N to Oxbow Take Out, Pine River II (Florence) 5.30.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Our campground is located on the quiet side of Kickapoo Valley's Apple Country in Gays Mills, Wisconsin. 9.27.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Dassow Park to Sheboygan Falls, Sheboygan River I South Avenue to Dellwood, Devil’s Lake Sites are primitive with low maintenance. 4.12.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The site had direct access to the hiking trails. Kickapoo Wild Adventures. 6.16.19 | ☆ ☆ County Road G to Duck Creek Road, Eau Claire River (Douglas) 5.25.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ The current is relaxing, but be prepared to portage several dams and an occasional fallen tree. and the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. Lone Rock to Muscoda, Wisconsin River IV Hollister to Langlade, Wolf River III Blue Heron Island, Wisconsin River XVI Wolf River Road to Big Falls, Little Wolf River I Oak Park Road to County Road O, Peshekee River 11.10.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.15.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.17.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.10.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Shawn, the owner of Kickapoo Wild Adventures shuttled my private kayak for only $10, a river distance of 16 miles. 4.17.16 | ☆ ☆ Kickapoo River Wildlife Area-Wauzeka Unit is a 5,697-acre property (1,927 acres state-owned and 3,770 acres of private lands under easement for hunting and fishing only) located within the Lower Kickapoo and Kickapoo Conservation Opportunity Area in Wisconsin's Wildlife Action plan [PDF].The habitat on the property is of continental significance for its driftless area features. 7.8.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.5.20 | ☆ ☆ …………………………………, Lower Wisconsin Overview 9.28.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.14.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Leave No Trace - Going in the WoodsPlease follow these 3 simple steps when nature calls: 1) Find a spot at least 200 steps from any water source. 10.25.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.31.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Registration and a camping permit is required but there are 16 self-registration stations throughout the Reserve, as well as at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center (which is well worth a visit on its own account). Our Guide to the Crystal River, Crystal River III Just a small creek and not too many bluffs, but are some. Janesville to Beloit, Rock River I (IL) 10.24.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Robinson Landing to Holt’s Landing, Fond Du Lac River: West Branch 7.25.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Burying or leaving trash is unacceptable, as is burning items such as aluminum cans and foil, cigarette butts, bottle caps, glass, folding chairs, chemically treated wood, untreated lumber with nails or screws, plastics, or Styrofoam in your campfire. Monches to Okauchee Lake, Oconomowoc River II The Kickapoo offers a nice short trip (22.5 miles) with overnight spots about halfway down that stretch. There are flush toilets, and some sites have electricity. View campsite map, availability, and reserve online with ReserveAmerica. Charts and Maps; River Info The Middle Fork of the Vermilion River. Sunset Drive to Gramling Lane, Scuppernong River Paddle the river or explore one of our lakes. There are flush toilets and a sanitary station. Landing 4 to Landing 14, Kickapoo River II 6.21.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.28.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Ellenboro to County Road B, Plover River IV 10.11.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Springs Park to School Section Road, Turtle Creek II This is for good reason as the river is more interesting up there with fun rifles and beautiful limestone bluffs, but the lower portion of the river is scenic as well and worth a paddle. The Kickapoo river is one of the premier paddling destinations in not only the beloved driftless region of our state, but all of Wisconsin. Saylesville to Neosho, Scuppernong Creek 10.25.14 | ☆ ☆ 10.25.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo River – Camping on Sandbars. We hiked about 10 miles of beautiful trails and canoed about 20 miles of the Kickapoo river. Of the 26 sites, there are 15 that are vehicle accessible (two of which are on the river) and there are 11 Paddle-In/Hike-In/Bike-In sites (9 of which are on the river). Lee Road to Veterans Memorial Park, Spring Creek I Ensche Road to Buckhill Road, Galena/Fever River I 5.13.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Please minimize your impact... - Use existing fire pits; don't burn garbage. There are 22 ponds in addition to the Middle Fork of the Vermillion River. Devil’s Lake State Park, Door Creek Koepp Park to Bluemound Road, Pigeon River 6.14.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Middle Eau Claire Lake to Gordon, Eau Claire River III (Eau Claire) 5.7.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 3.16.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ At a leisurely pace, I completed the trip in about 5 hours. Osceola to Somerset Landing, St. Croix River I The five-mile-long segment between Landing 5 on Highway 131 downstream to Landing 10 on County Highway P, winds through the hearts of both SNA units. Here is a review of Kickapoo State Park and Campground near Oakwood, Illinois. 7.3.20 | ☆ ☆ Unique to both of these sections are numerous landings, some of which are aligned with exactly twenty bridges that exist between put-in and take-out (although, technically, only the remnants of bridge #12 remain) and they are almost all perfectly spaced. Chicago, Illinois, Coon Fork Creek 4.20.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Lyndon Station to Wisconsin Dells, Prairie Du Sac to The Mississippi River Then, click on the logo to see our guest reviews on TripAdvisor. 9.17.13 | ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo River winds through the Wildcat Mountain State Park (also listed in our blog about our favorite state parks in the area!) Kickapoo River-Vernon County-20.3 miles-State Hwy 33 bridge to State Hwy. Facilities: Flush toilets, showers and water. Access is best via canoe or kayak. The scene is reminiscent of the Wisconsin Dells area, but … General Paddling Info: Kickapoo Valley Reserve, Maps + Guides: Highway 108 to Veterans Memorial County Park, La Crosse River I Yahara River to Highway 30, Sugar Creek II 4.16.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Boscobel to Wyalusing State Park, Wolf River V A trip down the Kickapoo River can be accomplished by canoe, by automobile, or by biking along State Highway 131. Kickapoo has two major campgrounds for tent and trailer camping, with 184 sites. 7.3.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Red Covered Bridge Park to County Road 1150, Big Rib River The top 10%!!! 4.18.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 82 bridge at La Farge.This is ranked as one of the most scenic paddleways in the Midwest.. Chaffie Hollow Road to Potosi Point Recreational Area, Grant River II Burying or leaving trash is unacceptable, as is burning items such as aluminum cans and foil, cigarette butts, bottle caps, glass, folding chairs, chemically treated wood, untreated lumber with nails or screws, plastics, or Styrofoam in your campfire. 12.9.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 58 to Dog Hollow Road, Wisconsin River XI The Kickapoo River is located in Wisconsin’s Driftless Area. camping experience! 12.5.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo River Wildlife Area Bell Center Unit is a 1,550-acre property located within the Lower Kickapoo and Kickapoo Conservation Opportunity Area in Wisconsin's Wildlife Action plan. 4.1.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Fritz Road to County Road PB, Token Creek II 10.20.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.22.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Bolton Road to Krape Park, Yellow River (Taylor) Sunrise Road to Old Stone Road, Badfish Creek V Lemonweir to Cliff House Road, Little Platte River III Burnt Village County Park to Fort Atkinson, Beaver Dam River III 7.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ This is, however, a slightly shorter section. Make tracks to Gays Mills, Wisconsin and don’t forget to bring your family and friends! 4.7.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo Valley Reserve (kvr.state.wi.us) offers primitive camping to vehicles with horse trailers. 7.16.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Our community is a quick 5 miles from Wal-Mart in Wood River, Illinois, and 6 miles from the Wood River Refinery. Weather | 90° and sunny, no wind. And at night, I was once again serenaded by the sounds of coyotes (amongst other critters of the night). 3.23.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 11.8.16-11.10.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.2.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Activities for the area include birding, cross skiing, hiking, hunting, trapping, wild edibles gathering and wildlife viewing. Not including the river, this equates to around 221 acres of pond which can be used for wildlife viewing, swimming, boating, and fishing. 10.20.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Firewood, water and electrical hookups are available. 9.5.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ All are limited to 10 people. About Kickapoo Cavern State Park. 04.19.15 | ☆ ☆ County Road J to Huckleberry Road, Rattlesnake Creek Miles: 13.75 | Trip Report Primitive camping is available at 25 sites identified on the visitor guide map. North Andover to Highway 81, Red River 8.3.14 | ☆ ☆ Old Lancaster Road to County Road O, Little Sugar River Illinois only National Scenic river, Middle Fork of the Vermilion, runs thru the park offering excellent canoeing and fishing opportunities. Essential Information: With easy and well-maintained access points and many paddle-in riverside campsites, it’s really a bucket-list destination. 25 Sites. Do note that from time to time, campsites are moved due to erosion, which was the case in 2020, when many sites were relocated. Madison, Wisconsin, Lemonweir River 5.11.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.19.16 | ☆ ☆ 8.21.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ This past weekend was the 3rd Annual “God’s Country Canoe & Camping Trip” which Zach and I have attended with friends the last two years. 8.13.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.21.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Old County Road I to Kelly Road, Rock Creek Schneeberger Road to Albany, Little Turtle Creek It definitely made my top-five favorite campsites based on sure beauty. Mr. Duck’s Canoe Rental Wausau, Wisconsin, Wedges Creek II 9.7-9.8.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Upper Kickapoo River Access and Campsite Map, Recommended Routes: Highway 164 to Merton, Bark River III 5.8.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Eagle, Wisconsin, Lusk Creek Kickapoo River – Camping on Sandbars. 7.14.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.12.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 11.1.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ One of the unique landmarks on this stretch is located between bridges #18 and #19 where the relics of a concrete tower – the start of an abandoned dam – that looms large in the distance. Haskins Park to Highway 113, Baraboo River I 9.27.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ There are flush toilets and a sanitary station. Welcome to a One-of-a-Kind Camping Experience! It’s difficult to capture just how beautiful the Kickapoo River is – you really have experience it yourself. Our Guide to the Lower Wisconsin Riverway, Wisconsin River XIX Lake Kegonsa to Stoughton, Yahara River IV Twin Bridge Road to Bean Street Road, Galena/Fever River III Highway 78 to River Road, Pecatonica River: East Branch VI Denny Road to Squaw Prairie Road, Piscasaw Creek II It offers scuba diving and also an anglers paridise with its 22 deep water lakes. 5.20.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.11.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.27.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Canoeing the Kickapoo River. Overguard Road to East Fork Campground, Blue River II Known as the crookedest river in the world, the Kickapoo is navigable its entire length from just north of Ontario to the Wisconsin River at Wauzeka. 4.3.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.16.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Also, this river gets really busy on weekends, so it’s best to consider a weekday trip if you have the opportunity and/or prefer things a littler on the quieter side. Bayfield County, Wisconsin, Lake Waubesa Wetlands 9.23.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Valley Road to Paoli, Sugar River II 3.28.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.22.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Stebbensville Road to County Road H, Yahara River I Bell School Road to County Road DD, Jump River Bowers Road to State Road 120, Sugar Creek I Pine Island to Portage, Wisconsin River X 9.4.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 11.19.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Then, click on the logo to see our guest reviews on TripAdvisor. Lake Mills to Millford, Rock River IV Fall River to Columbus-Fall River Road, Crystal River Overview 2) Dig a hole 6-8 inches deep and bury human waste. 8.25.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Drifty’s Canoe Rental 9.29.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Cherry Valley to New Milford, Koshkonong Creek IV Copper Range Landing to Highway 13, Bois Brule River II Cemetery Road to Pettibone Pass, Morrison Creek I 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. In Gays Mills, there's camping in Robb Park next to the Kickapoo, $15. This folksy cabin is located in the heart of the Kickapoo River Valley that runs through the Driftless region of southwest Wisconsin. Belleville to County Road X, Sugar River VIII Total Time | approximately 5 hours (with 3 stops). Some capacity limits are in place. 5.12.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ We stayed here for eight nights and saw deer. Newburg to Fredonia, Milwaukee River: East Branch III Weather | 90° and sunny, no wind. 8.5.17 + 8.22.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.11.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 11.22.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Chimney Rock Road to Bluffton Road, Waupaca River VI 7.13.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Burnt Bridge to Goodman Park, Pewaukee River 9.17.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.28.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Welcome to a One-of-a-Kind Camping Experience! Femrite Drive to Fish Camp County Park, Dorn Creek 5.4.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.4.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Tent camping on the Kickapoo River in Le Anne M.’s Land, Wisconsin | This campsite is located right on the Kickapoo River. 5.24.08 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Instead, paddle both, because a night under the stars in the Kickapoo River valley is pretty amazing. 7.5.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo River Wildlife Area Bell Center Unit is a 1,550-acre property located within the Lower Kickapoo and Kickapoo Conservation Opportunity Area in Wisconsin's Wildlife Action plan. Port Washington to Grafton, Lake Michigan: Ellison Bay 6.10-6.14.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Montello, Wisconsin, Mormon Creek Spring Valley to 770th Avenue, Embarrass River 11.11.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Sheridan Springs Road to Lyons, White River (Waushara) 2.27.18 + 5.4.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Harrisville to 11th Road, Moon Lake 7.14.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The nearest landing for the Kickapoo river was right down the road. Find Kickapoo State Recreation Area camping, campsites, cabins, and other lodging options. Johnsonville to Dassow Park, Sheboygan River II Crossover Road to Highway 60, Milwaukee River VIII Anywhere from 1 1/2 hours to an 6.5 hours! Boundary Road to Kristof Road, Plover River III 9.14.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.5.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Sugar Island Road to Atkins-Olson Memorial Park, Bark River V Swan Lake to Portage Canal, Fox River II 2020 Updated Campsite Information: In 2020 all campsites along the Kickapoo River have been moved out of the flood plain. 11.3.15 | ☆ ☆ Vehicle Access Nearby - Parking is less than 500 feet from the site, although not possible for a camper or trailer to be on the site. We offer fun for your family and pals (including the pooch!) Lily to Hollister, Wolf River II 6.16.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Upper Kickapoo River Guide Langlade to Markton, Wolf River IV Ontario to Rockton Short Cut Road to County Road U, Halls Creek II Campsite DescriptionsClick on site name to see info, Campsite ACampsite AA Campsite BCampsite CCampsite DCampsite ECampsite FCampsite HCampsite ICampsite JCampsite KCampsite KKCampsite LCampsite MCampsite NCampsite OCampsite OOCampsite PCampsite PPCampsite QCampsite SCampsite TCampsite UCampsite VCampsite WCampsite X, Kickapoo Valley Reserve | S3661 State Highway 131 | La Farge, Wisconsin 54639, "Pack it in; pack it out" - pick up and pack out all of your litter. Colored Sands Forest Preserve to North Meridian Road, Sugar River: West Branch 6.25.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The beauty of the entire Ontario to La Farge stretch (which are the most popular sections) is that they can be conveniently split into two day trips or combined as an overnight since the mileage isn’t terribly long. 9.20.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Paddlers can access the Kickapoo River at 20 bridge crossings and landings in the 22.5 mile stretch between Ontario and La Farge. Big Falls County Park to County Road QQ, Eau Claire River II (Eau Claire) 3.31.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo Village is conveniently located directly across the street from a state-of-the-art storage facility, as well as a large hardware and lumber store. Maxon Road to Streit Road, Platte River Overview Loy Road to Highway 23, Mill Creek (Portage) 9.27.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Old Stage Road to Casey Road, Badfish Creek II Kickapoo State Park Camping – Oakwood, IL Site Disclosure - This site uses ad networks & affiliate links to generate income, including qualifying purchases on Amazon. The Kickapoo has been know for being crooked and twisty but it’s generally a leisurely paddle as it gently meanders back-and-forth between beautiful sand and limestone cliffs. If you’re looking for a straight river with a fast moving current, the Kickapoo isn’t it. 7.9.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.5.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo River and surrounding area is amazingly beautiful!! Albany to Brodhead, Sugar River IV 5.31.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Paddling Style: River Paddling Watertown to Johnson Creek, Rock River III 28th Court to Poy Sippi, Piscasaw Creek III 6.6.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 3.27.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Our campground is located on the quiet side of Kickapoo Valley's Apple Country in Gays Mills, Wisconsin. 8.25.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Put-in | Ontario. Cambridge to Hoopen Road, Koshkonong Creek II 10.26.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ It offers scuba diving and also an anglers paridise with its 22 deep water lakes. In Gays Mills, there's camping in Robb Park next to the Kickapoo, $15. 3.26.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.6.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.9.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.24.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Located along the Kickapoo River, the village park includes camping, fishing, horseshoe facilities, swings, shelter, and the Kickapoo River Museum. - Prevent human waste from entering water. 4.11.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Whitehall to Independence, Turtle Creek Overview County Road J to County Road C, Prairie River II A lot of damage had been done as the bitter issue divided the community and changed the economic face (and almost changed the environment) of the area for decades and beyond. Highway 83 to Delafield Road, Bark River II On this upstream section, you’ll encounter many breathtaking limestone walls and picturesque outcrops along the way. No Vehicle Access – Parking is greater than 1000 feet from the campsite. 5.15.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Family Camping trip to Wildcat Mountain state park in Wisconsin. 10.10.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.29.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Call for Kickapoo Canoe, Kayak & Tube Rental (608) 337-4522 4.17.17 | ☆ ☆ DETAILS. What we liked | The scenery is beautiful and it’s cool how curvy the river is. Take-out | Bridge 10. Lower Red Lake Dam to County Road A, Red Cedar River III 7.6.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Haymeadow Creek to Prairie Road, Puchyan River 9.14.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Cross Plains to Black Earth, Black Earth Creek II ibd1b4ukdawgupnorth Here is a review of Kickapoo State Park and Campground near Oakwood, Illinois. 5.6.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ River Access Only – The site does not have a trail leading to it. Duck's can be made here. 8.20.17 | ☆ ☆ Dells of the Eau Claire Park to Club House Road, Eau Claire River I (Marathon) Highway 5 to Preston Trailhead Park, Rubicon River 6.21.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 1.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road A to Platte Road, Platte River IV 5.3.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.27.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Accommodations: There are many cabins and cottages for rent, and it's handy to have a kitchen since restaurants are limited. There are 12 campsites with electricity and primitive sites comprise the rest of the campground. Kickapoo River Location | southwest Wisconsin. It’s an eerie “what if” kind of monument. Mukwonago to Big Bend, Mullet River County Road B to Rouse Road, Wedges Creek I Madison, Wisconsin, Chicago River The paddle-in factor makes the process a little bit luck of the draw but if your spot is taken, or you find another one along the way, simply change the campsite letter on your slip. Brownton to Winslow, Pecatonica River II 10.4.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.8.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The dam would’ve flooded the valley creating a lake meant to bring in tourist dollars. 6.10.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Mud Lake Road to County Road G, Big Bureau Creek There are 12 campsites with electricity and primitive sites comprise the rest of the campground. 7.4-7.5.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 12.2.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ River Road to Kewaunee, Kickapoo River III 10.13.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.12.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Ontario to Rockton, Kickapoo River: West Fork Lake DuBay Dam to County Road HH, Castle Rock Lake to Prairie Du Sac County Road I to County Road G, Crawfish River II Only burn paper, cardboard, and untreated wood. 7.20.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Bear Lake Road to Dells of the Eau Claire Park, Eau Claire River: North Fork (Eau Claire County), Eau Claire River: North Fork (Eau Claire) Duck's can be made here. You are not guaranteed a river accessible campsite. Don't burn garbage. Olson Road to Aztalan State Park, Crawfish River I 7.22.11 | ☆ 11.15.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 11.15.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ East Canyon Road to South Apple River Road, Ashippun River Cotton Mill Park to County Road J, Beaver Dam River II 8.26.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Hamilton Falls Canoe Landing to Canoe Landing Forest Road, Eau Galle River 7.27.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ July 2, 2013 July 2, 2013 simplystitchedtogether. 9.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.26.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Contact the Reserve office for more information. 5.28.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 12.14.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Each of our 60 RV sites, and many tent sites, include a fire pit and picnic table. 6.18.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ All have primitive landings and require a short hike to higher ground. 6.1.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.17.12 | ☆ ☆ 9.23.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Merton to Highway 83, Bark River I Murwin County Park to Janesville, Yahara River II Waterloo Road to Firemen’s Park, Mecan River Overview There are canoe rentals close by. 8.7.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Only burn paper, cardboard, and untreated w, To the right are brief descriptions of campsites in the Reserve. Crooked River Resort : 608.629.5624 – S. 8019 Hwy 61, Readstown, WI; Flasher’s Canoe Camping Trips: 608.435.6802 -PO Box 114, Wilton, WI 54670; Kickapoo River Overview: Wilton to Hwy 131 (near Nicollet Ave): 7.0 miles. Type: Primitive Highway 35 to Perrot State Park, Trempealeau River I Please treat the Reserve with respect. County Road A to Belleville, Sugar River VII County Road X to County Road EE, Sugar River I Union Center to Wonewoc, Baraboo River II It’s just a time for friends from different cities to get together, camp, canoe, drink and catch up! Outfitted with only a fire ring, you should expect to bring water, a shovel for “personal” matters and prepare to pack-in and pack-out. Need a little more convincing that The Kickapoo Valley Ranch Guest Cabins are the perfect getaway for you? 5.24.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.29.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Camping on the Kickapoo River. Our Guide to the Baraboo River, Baraboo River V Pecatonica River Nature Preserve to Trask Bridge Forest Preserve, Pecatonica River IV 10.19.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.11.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ *Note: Shortest trip for tubing is 3 hours** Online Camping Reservations for Mr. 8.4.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ There are flush toilets, and some sites have electricity. 8.26.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Sheridan Springs Road to Lyons, White River II (Walworth) 4.20.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ We should point-out that the campsites on the Kickapoo are the definition of primitive, much like Lower Wisconsin River camping. Paoli to Belleville, Sugar River XI Site access is via trail or canoe. 6.18.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Millhome to Johnsonville, Sheboygan River III Riverview Park to Reek Road, Waupaca River IV Of the 26 sites, there are 15 that are vehicle accessible (two of which are on the river) and there are 11 Paddle-In/Hike-In/Bike-In sites (9 of which are on the river). 8.17.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Between Landings 1 and 12 are three convenient access points located off Highway 131, as well as one off County Highway P and one located within the boundaries of Wildcat Mountain State Park simply called “Wildcat”. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 6.8.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Unlike other major tourist attractions, their isn't a lot of business built up in the towns around the river, its very small town and natural. Harstad County Park to County Road K, Eau Claire River I (Eau Claire) 5.31.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 1.1.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Bluff Road to Shemak Road, Bois Brule River Overview 7.13.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Most people prefer to canoe the upper stretch by Ontario and LaFarge. Old Stone Road to Casey Road, Badfish Creek III Luke’s Heights Lane to Big Falls County Park, Kewaunee River Ashippun Lake to Ski Slide Road, Badfish Creek Overview Kickapoo has two major campgrounds for tent and trailer camping, with 184 sites. 6.20.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.20.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.22.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Marl Lake to Shadow Lake Road, Crystal River I Many times they are the only shade for that campsite. The Kickapoo River and surrounding area is amazingly beautiful!! River Info. The Kickapoo River winds through the Wildcat Mountain State Park (also listed in our blog about our favorite state parks in the area!) Goodrich to County Road A, Billings Creek St. 4.16.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.7.14 | ☆ Shantytown Road to Jordan Park, Plover River II Located on a ridge rising steeply above the Kickapoo River, Wildcat Mountain State Park offers camping for families, groups and horseback riders. West Bend to Newburg, Milwaukee River VI 4.28.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.22.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.27.15 | ☆ ☆ The river carves a meandering path through Illinois' Grand Prairie glacial deposits, exposing scenic, steep, valley slopes with high bluffs. 4.7.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.27.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Did some hiking then some canoeing down the Kickapoo river. *Note: Shortest trip for tubing is 3 hours** Online Camping Reservations for Mr. Look at this narrow river on a map and it seems confused. Our Guide to Black Earth Creek, Black Earth Creek V Bayfield County, Wisconsin, Lake Superior: Houghton Point County Road E to Hagedorn Road, Bark River IV 9.21.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ All non-electric. 6.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.31.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.22.09 | ☆ ☆ The take-out in Rockton is within the boundaries of the Reserve so a small parking fee is required unless you’re camping, in which case, parking is included. 2020 Updated Campsite Information:In 2020 all campsites along the Kickapoo River have been moved out of the flood plain. 7.16-7.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Rolling Hills Road to Amherst, Trappe River Buchholz Road to County Highway Q, Waupaca River V 7.20.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.4-9.5.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ All the landings between landings 1 and 12 are excellent, offering a pit toilet, self-registration stations and refuse/recycling containers. 6.08 | ☆ Activities for the area include birding, cross skiing, hiking, hunting, trapping, wild edibles gathering and wildlife viewing. County Road WW to Wisconsin River Road, Trempealeau River II Melrose to North Bend, Black River II Access listed at each site can be defined as……. Britzke Road to Hoopen Road, Koshkonong Creek I In 65 linear miles it covers 130 miles as it repeatedly doubles back on itself. Streit Road to Denny Road, Piscasaw Creek I The Kickapoo offers a nice short trip (22.5 miles) with overnight spots about halfway down that stretch. 608-735-4341. Walking Iron Park to Blynn Road, Black River V Sites do not have water or toilet facilities. County Road A to County Road V, Onion River I The water is clear and generally shallow, but be aware that it can suddenly get quite deep, especially where the current meets the rock walls and tight turns. Center Road to County Road W, Pine River II (Richland) County Road JJ to County Road S, Maquoketa River: North Fork All campsites are first come first served. 6.9.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Lower Kickapoo River is a picturesque meandering stream in southwest Wisconsin. 11.4.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kendallville to Bluffton, Upper Iowa River I This past weekend was the 3rd Annual “God’s Country Canoe & Camping Trip” which Zach and I have attended with friends the last two years. If you need a pre- or post-paddle campsite, aside from the numerous off-river sites within the Reserve, Wildcat Mountain State Park is also a really nice option. Waterford to Burlington, Fox River I (IL) 4.3.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.17.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Dundee to Mauthe Lake, Milwaukee River: East Branch II County Road W to Ensche Road, Grand River 6.20.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9 Mile Creek Landing to Dix Dox Landing, Flambeau River: North Fork I View our most current river guide for more campsite information. All campsites are first come first served. 5.23.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The top 10%!!! Jordan Park to Iverson Park, Popple River 5.30.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road M to Cedarburg, Cherokee Marsh Take care of the trees within campsites, do not chop them, or break branches or abuse them. Take-out | Bridge 10. Stoughton to Stebbensville Road, Yahara River V 7.23.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.1.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Whether it is canoeing, kayaking or tubing on the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River - Illinois’ only National Scenic river, trail riding through the challenging single-track trails, hiking or running the forested trails through abandoned strip mining spoils reclaimed by nature, or fishing the deep, clear ponds, Kickapoo Adventures is your source for adventure. ( COVID-19 ) | most State parks are open paddling this gem of a River distance of 16.... To bring in tourist dollars site does not have the economic impact that was.... 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