Copper Falls State Park

Mellen, WI Campground
Copper Falls State Park

North Campground - 28 electric & 4 non-electric sites

South Campground - 23 non-electric sites (4 are walk in)

Concession Area

Pets Must Stay on Leash

Drinking Water

Flush & Pit Toilets

$20-30/Night

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Copper Falls State Park, located near Mellen in northern Wisconsin, is a beautiful destination known for its waterfalls, deep gorges, and scenic hiking trails. In addition to these natural features, the park offers a variety of camping options that make it a year-round attraction for nature lovers.

The 32-site North Campground is located closer to the main picnic area. There are 28 sites with electrical hookups and 4 non-electric sites. Site #7 is accessible for people with disabilities; it includes an accessible picnic table and fire ring and is located directly across from the restrooms. The campground has two vault toilets and several water fountains.

The South Campground has 23 non-electric sites and is nestled in a valley between two ridges. Four of the sites are walk-in sites, requiring about a 100-yard walk from the parking area. Carts are provided at these sites to help shuttle gear. The campground has two vault toilets and several water fountains.

There is one group tent camping area for groups of up to 40 people. The group camp has its own parking area, vault toilet building and water fountain, several picnic tables, a fire ring and a charcoal grill.

During winter Copper Falls State Park has six plowed campsites (sites 1-6) available by reservation only. All six sites have electric hookups. A vault toilet is available at the ballfield parking lot and is shared with skiers. The campsites are accessible via the North Campground entrance. The rest of the campground is closed and serves as a groomed ski trail, so vehicles and pedestrian traffic are prohibited beyond Site #6, except for hikers on the North Country National Scenic Trail. All hikers, snowshoers and pets must stay off the groomed ski trails.

There is one backpack campsite at Copper Falls. The backpack campsite is available by reservation only. The site is located on the banks of the Bad River overlooking the sandstone ledges, about a 2-mile hike from the parking lot. This site is very primitive and contains only a stone-lined fire ring. There is a primitive latrine nearby, and campers should plan to bring their own toiletries and sanitizer. There is no water available, and campers should plan accordingly.

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