Camping at Nelson Dewey State Park

Nelson Dewey State Park has campsites for individuals and families and small and large groups. Groceries and other camping supplies and a laundromat are available in Cassville, about two miles from the park. The Cassville Lions Club sells firewood near the dump station in the faimly campground.

Especially in the fall, some campsites overlook the Mississippi River valley.
DNR Photo by Joe Warren

Family Campground

The family campground, with 45 individual wooded sites, is on a bluff top more than 300 feet above the Mississippi River. there is substantial brush growing between the sites. There are 16 sites with electrical hookups and four walk-in tent sites.

Group Camp

A group camping area can accommodate a total of 100 people on three separate sites. Each site has a large camping area, picnic tables, and a large fire ring. A shelter, toilets, and water are available in the group camp.

Reservations

Reservations are accepted for all campsites for dates May 1 through October 31, online or by phone at (888) WI PARKS ((888) 947-2757).

For More Information

Nelson Dewey State Park
P.O. Box 658
Cassville, WI 53806
Phone (608) 725-5374