Copper Falls State Park
The Bad River drops through a series of cascades and pools carved from billion-year-old lava flows, with copper deposits staining the rock green and orange. The park’s campground has 55 sites tucked into mature hardwood forest, with vault toilets and hand-pump wells. Sites are well-spaced and can handle medium-sized RVs, though some loops have tighter turns.
Located 2 miles north of Mellen on Highway 169, the park sees fewer crowds than southern Wisconsin destinations. The falls trail is a 1.7-mile loop over footbridges and rocky terrain. Water is available May through October, and the park stays open for winter camping with vault facilities.
Waterfalls carved through ancient lava flows
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Mellen, Wisconsin |
| Miles from pavement | 2 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 55 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $20.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Fire ring, Picnic table, Shade, Toilets, Trash service |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
Approximate Location
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