Our Guide to the Lower Wisconsin Riverway, Wisconsin River XIX Please plan accordingly and expect that you may have to haul your gear up to 75 yards up hill from the river to a campsite. 9.30.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Millhome to Johnsonville, Sheboygan River III Kickapoo has two major campgrounds for tent and trailer camping, with 184 sites. It is a very safe, slow moving river that can be enjoyed by a beginners as well as experienced canoe enthusiasts. Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Lake Superior: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (MI) The river offers numerous pick-up points along the Kickapoo between Ontario and La Farge, so you can spend as much time on the river as you wish! County Road C to Stange’s Park, Prairie River I 7.31.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Manchester to Kingston, Grant River III 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. Osceola to Somerset Landing, St. Croix River I 5.15.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.5.13 | ☆ ☆ The river offers numerous pick-up points along the Kickapoo between Ontario and La Farge, so you can spend as much time on the river as you wish! Upper Kickapoo River Access and Campsite Map, Recommended Routes: Sheboygan Falls to Lake Michigan, Six Mile Creek You are allowed to burn dead and downed wood found on the Reserve so have a saw handy for dead wood. 6.13.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ The nearest landing for the Kickapoo river was right down the road. 8.17.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Essential Information: 3.1.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Only burn paper, cardboard, and untreated w, To the right are brief descriptions of campsites in the Reserve. 6.1.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Madison, Wisconsin, Lemonweir River Miles Paddled provides information about canoe/kayak camping along the river. 5.14.14 | ☆ ☆ Angling at Kickapoo State Park … It’s mostly sandy-bottomed along the way but you will encounter some rocky and riffly areas as well as some sand that takes on the personality of mud so be careful where you step. Whitewater Drive to Highway D61, Willow Creek 10.20.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.18.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 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. Then, click on the logo to see our guest reviews on TripAdvisor. Our Guide to the Yahara River, Yahara River VIII No backcountry camping is allowed along the river. 6.8.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.1.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Montello, Wisconsin, Mormon Creek In Gays Mills, there's camping in Robb Park next to the Kickapoo, $15. Waterloo Road to Firemen’s Park, Mecan River Overview General Paddling Info: Kickapoo Valley Reserve, Maps + Guides: 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. There are 4 other cabin options and numerous camping options at … Most of the area along the river is forested, and there are also several prairie sites. 9.14.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Veterans Memorial County Park to La Crosse, La Crosse River II County Road O to Banfield Bridge Recreation Area, Little Platte River I The Kickapoo Valley Reserve allows for first-come, first-served primitive camping at a total of 26 designated sites surrounding the river. Lake DuBay Dam to County Road HH, Castle Rock Lake to Prairie Du Sac It’s difficult to capture just how beautiful the Kickapoo River is – you really have experience it yourself. Arena to Gotham, Wisconsin River II Kickapoo River Location | southwest Wisconsin. Highway X16 to Old Sixteen Road, Zumbro River 6.3-6.4.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Zumbro Falls to Millville, Filter your search by Category : Tag : Date. 7.14.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 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. Hamilton Falls Canoe Landing to Canoe Landing Forest Road, Eau Galle River 4.16.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.7.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Bayfield County, Wisconsin, Lake Superior: Houghton Point 6.08 | ☆ Paddle the river or explore one of our lakes. Goodrich to County Road A, Billings Creek Ellenboro to Platte Road, Platte River I 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. River Road to Kewaunee, Kickapoo River III Bolton Road to Krape Park, Yellow River (Taylor) 11.4.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ "Pack it in; pack it out" - pick up and pack out all of your litter. Spring Valley to 770th Avenue, Embarrass River North Andover to Highway 81, Red River 9.6.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.11.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Accommodations: There are many cabins and cottages for rent, and it's handy to have a kitchen since restaurants are limited. 8.31.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Here is a review of Kickapoo State Park and Campground near Oakwood, Illinois. Highway 35 to Perrot State Park, Trempealeau River I 7.15.10 | ☆ ☆ 7.8.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ St. Type: Primitive Fair Street to County Road V, St. Croix River II Duck's can be made here. Do note that from time to time, campsites are moved due to erosion, which was the case in 2020, when many sites were relocated. School Section Road to O’Riley Road, Turtle Creek III Twin Bridge Road to Bean Street Road, Galena/Fever River III 9.23.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.27.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 78 to Argyle, Pecatonica River: Mineral Point Branch II Buchholz Road to County Highway Q, Waupaca River V 8.8.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Sites are primitive with low maintenance. The top 10%!!! Did some hiking then some canoeing down the Kickapoo river. 11.1.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 139 to Chipmunk Rapids Campground, Pine River (Lincoln) Hollister to Langlade, Wolf River III Highway 106 to County Road D, Seeley Creek Haskins Park to Highway 33, Baraboo River III 4.5.15 | ☆ ☆ Mud Lake to Lake Kegonsa, Yahara River VI Make reservations here or by calling (512) 389-8900. The landings are (almost) all clearly marked from the road and from the water too, which adds a bit of comfort and makes map-reading particularly easy. 4.19.16 | ☆ ☆ Find Kickapoo State Recreation Area camping, campsites, cabins, and other lodging options. We hiked about 10 miles of beautiful trails and canoed about 20 miles of the Kickapoo river. Center Road to County Road W, Pine River II (Richland) The current is relaxing, but be prepared to portage several dams and an occasional fallen tree. Titanic Canoe Rental, Ahnapee River Miles: 13.75 | Trip Report Black Earth to Hudson Road, Black Earth Creek IV 5.11.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.14.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.2.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Johnsonville to Dassow Park, Sheboygan River II If you ever wished for an idyllic setting to canoe or kayak, this is it. 11.19.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Paoli to Belleville, Sugar River XI 8.26.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Plymouth to County Road M, Namekagon River 10.13.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.20.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 2) Dig a hole 6-8 inches deep and bury human waste. The scene is reminiscent of the Wisconsin Dells area, but … Kewaskum to Barton, Milwaukee River III Watertown to Johnson Creek, Rock River III 9.17.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Chaffie Hollow Road to Potosi Point Recreational Area, Grant River II Saltpeter Cave Crossing to Eddyville Blacktop Road, Manitowoc River II Kickapoo River, Ontario: See 46 reviews, articles, and 16 photos of Kickapoo River, ranked No.2 on Tripadvisor among 5 attractions in Ontario. 10.16.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Richmond to Spring Grove, Oconomowoc River III 9.27.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Post was not sent - check your email addresses! River Bay Road to Norway Drive, Wisconsin River XII Oregon to Dixon, Root River 5.29-5.31.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Spring Green to Lone Rock, Wisconsin River VIII 7.27.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Brodhead to Avon, Sugar River V (IL) Weather | 90° and sunny, no wind. Lower Red Lake Dam to County Road A, Red Cedar River III The campsites on the Kickapoo are the definition of primitive. 7.27.17 | ☆ ☆ 5.6.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.15.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.20.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Plan appropriately. Paddling the Kickapoo River: Highway 83 to Delafield Road, Bark River II The Kickapoo River winds through the Wildcat Mountain State Park (also listed in our blog about our favorite state parks in the area!) Kickapoo State Park Camping – Oakwood, IL Site Disclosure - This site uses ad networks & affiliate links to generate income, including qualifying purchases on Amazon. 8.16.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Waunakee Village Park to South Woodland Drive, Spring Creek II We offer fun for your family and pals (including the pooch!) Camping is allowed in designated sites only. 04.19.15 | ☆ ☆ County Road M to Cedarburg, Cherokee Marsh 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. Contact the Reserve office for more information. Serena to Wedron, Galena/Fever River IV 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 … 6.13.13 | ☆ ☆ Boscobel to Wyalusing State Park, Wolf River V Fairfield to Sweet-Allyn Park, Turtle Creek IV 10.12.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.27.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Sheridan Springs Road to Lyons, White River (Waushara) 9.27.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Rural to Shadow Lake Road, Dell Creek Maple Ridge Road to Highway 112, White River III (Walworth) 4.22.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.12.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ In Gays Mills, there's camping in Robb Park next to the Kickapoo, $15. Little Hope to Shadow Lake, Crystal River II There are 12 campsites with electricity and primitive sites comprise the rest of the campground. 7.13.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Mud Lake Road to County Road G, Big Bureau Creek Kickapoo Valley Reserve Trail and Campsite Map Once a turn-of-the-century surface mining operation, Kickapoo State Recreation Area's 2,842 acres now provide an outdoor playground with something to appeal to every member of the family. Port Washington to Grafton, Lake Michigan: Ellison Bay Eagle, Wisconsin, Lusk Creek Camping Fee: Yes | Camping Permit: Yes. It is a very safe, slow moving river that can be enjoyed by a beginners as well as experienced canoe enthusiasts. Old County Road I to Kelly Road, Rock Creek Put-in | Ontario. 11.21.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.20.17 | ☆ ☆ Garage Road to Halls Creek Landing, Halls Creek I 7.14.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.19.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 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. Each of our 60 RV sites, and many tent sites, include a fire pit and picnic table. 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. Highway 45 to County Road M, Flambeau River: North Fork III 09.13.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Most people prefer to canoe the upper stretch by Ontario and LaFarge. Madison, Wisconsin, Lake Michigan: Horseshoe Island 9.7-9.8.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Large groups camping on the Reserve need to apply for an event permit at least 30 days prior to the anticipated date. Amherst to Durrant Road, Waupaca River II Big Platte Road to Indian Creek Road, Platte River III Lake Ludden to S. Oak Park Road, Pecatonica River: Mineral Point Branch I 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 Kayaking with my UW Whitewater camping class - spring 2014. All non-electric. Al Tech Park to West River Drive, Wisconsin River XVII Loy Road to Highway 23, Mill Creek (Portage) 10.20.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.13.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.26.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Black River Falls to Melrose, Black River: East Fork II 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. Many times they are the only shade for that campsite. Our campground is located on the quiet side of Kickapoo Valley's Apple Country in Gays Mills, Wisconsin. New Prospect to New Fane, Mirror Lake Willow Camp (D) has four individual campsites and is for self-contained units only. 4.15.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.3.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Cemetery Road to Morrison Landing, Mukwonago River 6.3.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.22.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.2.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Lower Kickapoo River is a picturesque meandering stream in southwest Wisconsin. Forestville to Algoma, Allen Creek 3.10.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 3.27.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Whitehall to Independence, Turtle Creek Overview Highway HK to Hollandale, Pecatonica River: East Branch II Marl Lake to Shadow Lake Road, Crystal River I 10.26.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo State Recreation Area and the surrounding area have a long and rich cultural history. Lake Kegonsa to Stoughton, Yahara River IV 9.4.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.18.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Elder Lane to Twin Lake Road, Maunesha River I Camping on the Kickapoo River. 4.23.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Chicago, Illinois, Coon Fork Creek 4.24.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.17.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ There are flush toilets, and some sites have electricity. 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. Activities for the area include birding, cross skiing, hiking, hunting, trapping, wild edibles gathering and wildlife viewing. Robin Lane to West River Drive, Mill Creek (Richland) The Kickapoo offers a nice short trip (22.5 miles) with overnight spots about halfway down that stretch. Manawa to County Road X, Lulu Lake The Kickapoo river is one of the premier paddling destinations in not only the beloved driftless region of our state, but all of Wisconsin. It’s a narrow and intimate river with small riffles, tight corners, modest-to-grand outcrops and stunning rock formations. Sister Bay to Garret Bay, Lake Michigan: Cave Point County Park About half of the sites are vehicle-accessible for $15/night; about one third are canoe-accessible and about one third are hike-in, bike-in, or horseback-accessible only for $10/night. 9.29.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Watersmeet to Forest Road 5250, Pecatonica River V (IL) Kickapoo State Recreation Area and the surrounding area have a long and rich cultural history. Our Guide to the Baraboo River, Baraboo River V The Kickapoo River offers unmatched scenery of Wisconsin's driftless region. 10.14.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.16.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Swan Lake to Portage Canal, Fox River II 8.9.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road JJ to County Road S, Maquoketa River: North Fork Full Vehicle Access – Parking is available on the site. Located along the Kickapoo River, the village park includes camping, fishing, horseshoe facilities, swings, shelter, and the Kickapoo River Museum. 4.11.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.08 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.28.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.4.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.4.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Firewood, water and electrical hookups are available. 5.18.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5 Mile Road to Horlick Dam, Root River: South Branch II It offers scuba diving and also an anglers paridise with its 22 deep water lakes. 8.3.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.11.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ An observation point and picnic areas overlook the Kickapoo Valley. Woodford to Highway 11, Pecatonica River: East Branch IV Nearby Campground: Wildcat Mountain State Park | Reserve a Site 7.16.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.16.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.20.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo has two major campgrounds for tent and trailer camping, with 184 sites. Saylesville to Neosho, Scuppernong Creek Lake Altoona Dam to Hobbs Landing, Eau Claire River III (Marathon) There are 12 campsites with electricity and primitive sites comprise the rest of the campground. Point Rock Park to Jacobstown Road, Castle Rock Creek/Fennimore Fork Paddlers can access the Kickapoo River at 20 bridge crossings and landings in the 22.5 mile stretch between Ontario and La Farge. 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. 5.17.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kawishiwi Lake to Lake One, Brule River The Kickapoo Valley Reserve recognizes that you paid for camping and may have to move if your chosen site is occupied. Fences and log jams may be an issue as well as shallow water. Titanic Canoe Rental Extend Your Trip – Kickapoo River Camping. Miles Paddled documents canoe and kayak trips on rivers and creeks throughout Wisconsin. County Road W to Ensche Road, Grand River Token Creek County Park to Cherokee Park, Tomorrow-Waupaca River Overview The Kickapoo offers a nice short trip (22.5 miles) with overnight spots about halfway down that stretch. You are allowed to burn dead and downed wood found on the Reserve. 5.23-5.24.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Newburg to Fredonia, Milwaukee River: East Branch III Gotham to Boscobel, Wisconsin River I Dells of the Eau Claire Park to Club House Road, Eau Claire River I (Marathon) Lake Mills to Millford, Rock River IV The Kickapoo River winds through the Wildcat Mountain State Park (also listed in our blog about our favorite state parks in the area!) The river carves a meandering path through Illinois' Grand Prairie glacial deposits, exposing scenic, steep, valley slopes with high bluffs. Take-out | Bridge 10. Kendallville to Bluffton, Upper Iowa River I 8.8.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road J to County Road C, Prairie River II View campsite map, availability, and reserve online with ReserveAmerica. 5.24.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ This is, however, a slightly shorter section. Windsor to Yahara Heights County Park, Yahara River VII Luke’s Heights Lane to Big Falls County Park, Kewaunee River 1.1.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road Q to Witek Road, Catfish Creek Facilities: Flush toilets, showers and water. 5.4.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Copper Range Landing to Highway 13, Bois Brule River II 4.19.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 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. Shantytown Road to Jordan Park, Plover River II Activities for the area include birding, cross skiing, hiking, hunting, trapping, wild edibles gathering and wildlife viewing. 25 Sites. 8.10.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.2.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.24.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Trow Lake Dam to Halls Creek Landing, Honey Creek (Sauk) The dam would’ve flooded the valley creating a lake meant to bring in tourist dollars. Ellenboro to County Road B, Plover River IV 4.3.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway W Landing to Flambeau Lodge Landing, Flambeau River: North Fork II 10.10.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo River-Vernon County-20.3 miles-State Hwy 33 bridge to State Hwy. 9.22.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Chipmunk Rapids Campground to Goodman Grade Road, Pine River I (Florence) River Info. 5.12.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Ashippun Lake to Ski Slide Road, Badfish Creek Overview Newald Tower Road/Forest Road 2159 to Highway 101, Prairie River III Britzke Road to Hoopen Road, Koshkonong Creek I Rolling Hills Road to Amherst, Trappe River Prairie Du Sac to Arena, Wisconsin River III County Road E to County Road A, Platte River V Bayfield County, Wisconsin, Lake Waubesa Wetlands Highway 164 to Merton, Bark River III Menomonie to Dunnville, Red Cedar River I Grandfather Dam to Lokemoen Road, Wisconsin River IX Difficulty: Intermediate 9.6.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Bell School Road to County Road DD, Jump River Paddlers can access the Kickapoo River at 20 bridge crossings and landings in the 22.5 mile stretch between Ontario and La Farge. Sunrise Road to Old Stone Road, Badfish Creek V On this upstream section, you’ll encounter many breathtaking limestone walls and picturesque outcrops along the way. 7.4-7.5.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road J to Lake Michigan, Pine River III (Florence): "The Oxbow" Rockbridge to County Road AA, Pine River (Waushara) Waterloo to Portland, Maunesha River II …………………………………, Lower Wisconsin Overview All are limited to 10 people. Tent camping on the Kickapoo River in Le Anne M.’s Land, Wisconsin | This campsite is located right on the Kickapoo River. 10.11.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.14.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo Cavern State Park is located at 20939 Ranch to Market Road 674 Brackettville, TX 78832. 10.23.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ - Prevent human waste from entering water. 5.17.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Sunset Drive to Gramling Lane, Scuppernong River Waunakee, Wisconsin, Duck Creek It’s as pretty and scenic as a river paddle gets in Wisconsin. 9.29.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Cooksville to Murwin County Park, Badger Mill Creek - Observe posted camp area capacity limits. Ontario to Rockton 9.23.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Burnt Bridge to Goodman Park, Pewaukee River Highway 78 to River Road, Pecatonica River: East Branch VI Contact the Reserve office for more information. Krouskop Park to Twin Bluffs Road, Pine River I (Richland) 9.27.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road X to County Road EE, Sugar River I Langlade to Markton, Wolf River IV Mecan River Springs to 11th Road, Mecan River II Weather | 90° and sunny, no wind. County Road G to Duck Creek Road, Eau Claire River (Douglas) 5.7.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.14.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.2.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Most reservable. Take care of the trees within campsites, do not chop them, or break branches or abuse them. - Respect the serenity of the area - keep noise to a minimum. Denny Road to Squaw Prairie Road, Piscasaw Creek II Cannon Falls to Welch, Cannon River I 5.18.13 | ☆ ☆ 10.11.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.12.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ East Canyon Road to South Apple River Road, Ashippun River 6.21.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 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 … The put-in at Ontario (the proudly-proclaimed “Canoe Capital of the Kickapoo”) is just north of the Kickapoo Valley Reserve boundaries so there is no need to pay for parking. Camping is allowed in designated sites only. 6.14.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Stebbensville Road to Murwin County Park, Yellow Creek 7.9.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Having these numerous access points makes it incredibly easy to tailor your trip. 2020 Updated Campsite Information:In 2020 all campsites along the Kickapoo River have been moved out of the flood plain. 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. 9.29.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway D61 to 60th Avenue, Maunesha River V The Kickapoo Valley Reserve allows for first-come, first-served primitive camping at a total of 26 designated sites surrounding the river. County Road A to Platte Road, Platte River IV 11.15.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Kanow Park to County Road P, Rock River II Merton to Highway 83, Bark River I Mukwonago to Big Bend, Mullet River 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. Highway 5 to Preston Trailhead Park, Rubicon River Overguard Road to East Fork Campground, Blue River II 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). 6.17.12 | ☆ ☆ 6.16.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ *Note: Shortest trip for tubing is 3 hours** Online Camping Reservations for Mr. New Fane to Kewaskum, Milwaukee River: East Branch I Welcome to a One-of-a-Kind Camping Experience! 6.26.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Munising, Michigan, Lake Superior: Sea Caves Put-in | Ontario. Upper Kickapoo River Guide 608-735-4341. 3.28.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.30.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Rentals are available locally. Highway 139 to National Forest Road 2150, Cannon River II All the landings between landings 1 and 12 are excellent, offering a pit toilet, self-registration stations and refuse/recycling containers. 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