Copper Falls State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Copper Falls State Park’s natural beauty includes ancient lava flows, breathtaking gorges, and the spectacular waterfalls from which the park gets its name. Visit one of Wisconsin’s most scenic parks and see the log cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. It’s definitely no surprise that the North Country National Scenic Trail passes through Copper Falls!
Weather in the park is on the cooler side - average highs in the summer don’t even hit 80 degrees. In winter, the average low in January is a cool 0 F. The park gets about a week of precipitation per month in winter and 10 days a month in summer.
Spring 15-65 F
Summer 49-78 F
Fall 22-67 F
Winter 0-27 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Copper Falls State Park
Copper Falls State Park has two camping areas with a total of 24 sites that have electrical hookups. Showers are near the south campground, and a dump station is available as well. Both the showers and dump station close during cold weather, usually around October 1.
There are other campgrounds nearby you can try as well:
Wildwood Haven Resort & Campground
Wildwood Haven, along the shore of Long Lake, has beautiful views and lake access and guests can rent boats to enjoy the lake. The resort is also near more than 60 waterfalls, Lake Superior, and the Apostle Island National Lakeshore.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wi-Fi: yes
Pet friendly: yes
Other amenities: showers, playground, boat launch & rentals
Northern Lure Resort & Campground
The campground is right on a lake, with a beach area for swimming, manicured lawns, a bar, horseshoes, and fishing available off the dock. You can even cook your catch in the available campsite fire pits.
Water hookup: yes
Electrical hookup: yes
Sewer hookup: yes
Wi-Fi: yes
Pet friendly: n/a
Other amenities: playground, boat launch, showers
What to Do at
Copper Falls State Park
Inside Copper Falls State Park
There are lots of things to do at Copper Falls State Park. From water fun to other outdoor activities during any season, here are some of the things you might want to try:
Hiking: There are more than 17 miles of hiking trails in the park, and many of them offer overlooks of the waterfalls that make the area famous.
Biking: Copper Falls has two one-way mountain bike trails that are used for skiing in winter.
Swimming: There is a sand beach at Loon Lake where visitors can swim. There is no lifeguard on duty.
Boating: There is a car-top boat launch on Loon Lake for small canoes and kayaks. The lake is an electric motor only lake, but there are several other lakes near the park with more options for boating.
Fishing: Copper Falls is in the middle of some prime fishing, with several lakes around offering all kinds of fishing opportunities. The Bad and Tyler Forks Rivers in the park are both good places to catch rainbow, brown, and brook trout and Loon Lake is home to largemouth bass, northern pike, and panfish.
Hunting and trapping: Hunting and trapping is allowed in open areas of the park during the appropriate seasons. There are restrictions on what types of traps can be used and where in the park it can be done so be sure to check regulations when planning your trip.
Cross-country skiing: There are 13.7 miles of classical ski trails and 6.5 miles of skate ski trails. The trails are groomed on a regular basis.
Snowshoeing: Snowshoeing and winter hiking are allowed on all trails at the park except the groomed ski trails.
How to Get to
Copper Falls State Park
Take State Highway 13 to the north side of Mellen and turn (northeast) on State Highway 169. Go about 1.8 miles and the park entrance will be on your left.
The address for the park is 36764 Copper Falls Rd, Mellen, WI 54546.
Entering Copper Falls State Park
There is a fee to enter Copper Falls State Park=
Copper Falls State Park Residents : $8.0
Per vehicle
Copper Falls State Park Out-of-State : $11.0
Per vehicle
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Frequently Asked Questions About Copper Falls State Park
Spring is a great time to visit Copper Falls State Park because you can witness the waterfalls at their most dramatic due to snowmelt. A springtime visit also allows you to avoid the park's mosquito season, which begins in June.
The temperate forest climate of Cooper Falls State Park means chilly weather in early spring and late fall. Summers are relatively mild. Winter comes with plenty of snow for skiing and snowshoeing.
Animals often seen in the park are deer, fisher cats and black bears. Bird lovers may spot ravens, great pileated woodpeckers or eagles. Snakes, wood turtles and frogs live along the hiking trails closer to the rivers.
The park has 28 sites suitable for RVs in the North Campground. Park staff plow six of these during the snow season for RVers interested in winter activities. Campsites feature electric hookups, picnic tables and fire rings.
Campsites at Cooper Falls State Park require a reservation and the fee is $30 a night. RVs also need a vehicle admission sticker to visit state parks in Wisconsin, even if you pay for a site.
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