Black River State Forest Castle Mound Campground
Castle Mound sits in a quiet pocket of Black River State Forest, offering 15 primitive sites scattered through mixed pine and oak. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table, with vault toilets and a hand pump well serving the campground. The sites are well-spaced with decent privacy, and the sandy soil drains well after rain. Most sites can handle larger rigs, though a few are better suited for smaller setups.
Access is via paved Castle Mound Road off Highway 54, then a short gravel spur into the campground. The area sees steady use during hunting season but stays pretty quiet the rest of the year. No reservations — it’s first-come, first-served.
Quiet state forest camping in the pine country
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Black River Falls, Wisconsin |
| Miles from pavement | 8.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 15 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $10.00 / night |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | State Land |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Fire ring, Picnic table, Toilets |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
Approximate Location
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