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Pettibone Resort

Overview

Pettibone Resort offers a distinct camping experience situated on the west channel of the Mississippi River. This destination blends the natural beauty of the river valley with the convenience of being located on Pettibone Island. Visitors are greeted by towering trees and a peaceful atmosphere that makes it feel worlds away from the city, despite its central location. It functions as a scenic riverfront retreat providing a gateway to the Coulee Region's diverse landscape.

Location & Surroundings

The resort is uniquely positioned in La Crosse, Wisconsin, nestled right along the border of Minnesota. Its location on Pettibone Island provides campers with immediate access to the water while remaining just minutes from the vibrant culture of downtown. The surrounding area is characterized by the dramatic bluffs of the Driftless Area, offering a backdrop of steep ridges and lush valleys that are unique to this part of the Midwest.

Amenities & Park Features

Travelers will find a variety of site options, including those with full hookups and pull-through availability for larger rigs. The park features essential conveniences such as:

  • Laundry facilities and clean restrooms
  • Boat slip rentals for river access
  • A well-stocked convenience store
  • On-site banquet hall and bar

These features ensure that guests have everything they need for an extended stay or a quick weekend getaway on the water.

Nearby Attractions & Things to Do

Exploring the area is easy, with Grandad Bluff providing a stunning panoramic view of three states and the river valley below. Guests often head into historic downtown La Crosse to enjoy local breweries, diverse dining, and the Riverside Park area. For outdoor enthusiasts, the nearby Great River State Trail offers miles of cycling and hiking paths, while the river itself is perfect for a day of paddling, fishing, or scenic boat tours.

Who This Park Is Best For

This park is ideal for boating enthusiasts and families who want to spend their days on the water. It also serves as a perfect base for travelers who appreciate being close to urban amenities while still having a natural retreat to return to at night. If you enjoy a social atmosphere with riverfront views and easy access to historic sightseeing, Pettibone Resort fits your travel style perfectly.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• River
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Boat Rental
• Body Of Water (Mississippi River)
• Horseshoes
• Rec Hall
• Playground
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restroom and Showers
• Laundry
• ATM Machine

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Houseboating
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Boating
• Marina
• Watersports

- Facility

• Type (RV Park)
• Partial Handicap Access

- Internet

• WiFi at Overnite Sites
• WiFi Hotspot
• WiFi at Park
• WiFi at Park Supports Mobile Devices
• WiFi Hotspots (1)
• 2 Devices supported per Overnite Site
• 72 Sites with WiFi

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Total Spaces (162)
• Spaces Available (72)
• Width (30)
• Paved Sites (62)
• Max Length (80)
• Gravel Sites (10)
• 30 Amp
• 50 Amp
• Seasonal Sites
• Water (72)
• Electric (72)
• Max Amps (50)
• Pull-thrus (15)
• Pull-thru Size (30 x 80)
• Back-ins (30 x 80)
• Site Length (80)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Riley Krueger

September 26, 2025

10/10 My husband and I just had our wedding at Pettibone Resort on September 20th. It was everything we had dreamed of and more! Kristin was so welcoming, very organized, and attentive to every detail we had planned for our big day! We had to reschedule our entire wedding just months before our date and we are so glad Pettibone Resort had an opening. Kristin made the transition very smooth and played a very important role in making our day one we will cherish forever.

Leah Smerud

September 17, 2025

We just had our wedding here and it was perfect! Kristin made everything easy for us and did an amazing job she took care of all the little details. The scenery was beautiful both inside and outside and the bridal suite is really what sold me! I recommend getting the all inclusive package that way the catering and a lot of the decorating and stuff is taken care of and its less planning on your part. Totally worth it.

Greg

August 21, 2025

We were really excited about staying at the Pettibone Park And Resort. The location was great, close to downtown LaCrosse. The Park is nice and the facilities were clean. But our excitement was diminished by the other campers, mainly the long term and the folks that just came for the weekend. Very few people followed the rules. People driving their cars and trucks and their rented golf carts the wrong way, as it was a one way road. underage kids driving golf carts. Which according to the managements rules kid weren’t allowed to drive golf carts. The campers behind us kept walking thru our campsite. Someone stole our firewood we had in the fire pit. And we had two drunk guys, on one of the rented golf carts from the resort go thru our campsite and almost ripped out our 30 amp cord from the camper. Not so sure having a bar at the camp ground is a good idea if they are renting out golf carts. Also the campers behind us also and a smoker about 4 ft from our trailer, it was so bad we had to leave the campsite and get a hotel room for the night as it came right into our trailer. It was bad. Had long term folks passing me on the one way road in the park, it is 5 mph which I was doing, but I guess it was too slow so they would veere off into the campsites to go around me on the road. Also I was concerned about all the dead branches in the trees over the RV Management did not seems to care to enforce the rules that they themselves have put in place. I didn’t make the rules, but we do follow them. We travel a lot and have stayed at a lot of rv camp grounds and the campers at this camp ground had the worst camping etiquette. Especially the long term folks, they acted like they owned the place. So I think maybe having camp ground monitors may be a good thing.

Annie Gesteland

August 10, 2025

We got married at Pettibone Resort on 8/8/25 and it was truly our dream come true. Kristin was incredibly organized, easy to work with, and had everything we could have possibly needed. From the charm of the river during the ceremony to the bar during cocktail to the lighted head table, everything was perfect! Our guests had an incredible time as well, and we couldn’t be happier! We would highly recommend getting married at Pettibone Resort!

Brandon Lucas

June 09, 2025

We had our wedding here and it was the most beautiful day!! Pettibone resort is the perfect venue. So many different areas for your guest to hang out! Full bar, patio, dance floor, fire pit. We had acoustic music on the patio for cocktail hour, DJ inside for reception, and a cigar bar/station set up outside by the fire. We got so many compliments on how awesome the wedding was. Kristin was amazing to work with as well. Don’t believe the negative reviews toward her or her staff. She is an absolute saint. If I had to do the day over again there is no one else I would rather trust on our biggest day. Book this place! You and your guest will have an amazing time.

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