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Wildwood Campground
Overview
Wildwood Campground offers a classic Minnesota camping experience nestled within 60 acres of lush woodlands. Located just a short drive from the scenic St. Croix River Valley, this park balances a peaceful, natural atmosphere with modern conveniences. It is a family-owned destination that emphasizes a welcoming community environment, making it a popular choice for both quick weekend getaways and longer seasonal stays in the Shafer area.
Location & Surroundings
You will find this park situated in Shafer, MN, conveniently located near the junction of Highway 8 and Highway 95. The surroundings are characterized by rolling hills and dense hardwood forests, providing excellent shade and privacy for many sites. Its proximity to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway makes it a prime basecamp for those looking to explore the natural boundary between Minnesota and Wisconsin while remaining close to small-town charms.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground provides a variety of facilities designed for comfort and recreation. Guests have access to large pull-thru sites with full hookups to accommodate modern rigs. On-site recreation includes a heated swimming pool, a well-maintained playground, and courts for volleyball and basketball. Practical needs are met with clean laundry facilities and a camp store stocked with essentials, ensuring that travelers have everything they need without leaving the property.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being minutes away from Interstate State Park, famous for its unique glacial potholes and rock climbing. Families often head to Wild Mountain for waterpark fun or alpine sliding during the summer months. For a slower pace, the nearby town of Taylors Falls offers scenic riverboat tours and local wineries, providing a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation within a ten-mile radius of the campground.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for families seeking a traditional summer camp vibe where children can safely ride bikes and play outdoors. It also suits RVers who prefer a wooded setting over a paved parking lot style resort. Because of its quiet evenings and spacious, shaded sites, it is a great fit for travelers looking to disconnect from the city while still enjoying easy access to regional attractions and recreation.
Amenities
- Tenting
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Ross Carothers
We just had our first camping weekend at Wildwood. We live about 15 minutes away and this is the perfect little getaway spot for us! The grounds are amazing and the staff is really friendly! We’re actually hoping to go back before they close for winter. The area is amazing. We did the Taylor’s Falls boat tour last weekend which is beautiful! Again, very friendly staff. Our son uses a wheelchair and everyone is always friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back soon and a couple times next year.
Carmella Haskins
Very nice campground! Very clean sites, fully functional bathrooms and showers that were cleaned daily. Very friendly and helpful staff. Gift shop carries necessities, souvenirs and awesome apparel. Great location. Definitely will stay there again.
Roseann Wiltsey
This camping experience was one of the best ones I've had in a while the site was mostly quite except for a few sites. The people around us were very friendly so we're the works. Bingo and the foam party were grate. The Mini golf was cheaper than I thought but was fun. Only 3 dollars. But I wish that the pool was a little cleaner because there was hair all over. But the site was very clean and so were the bathrooms and showers. *note* some of the bathrooms smell really bad. It is very kid and bike friendly.
Megan Mischke
We will 100% be coming back to wildwood. By far our favorite campground yet and we camp with 4 kids almost every weekend. Loved how we got a text in the mornings about the cinnamon rolls and store hours, also events happening that day. We got muffins one morning from the store and they were amazing, we also got a pizza for lunch that was also very good. Everything was well maintained and showers and restrooms were very clean. Kids absolutely loved the pool and their foam party. We have 4 kids ranging for 14-2 and they all had a blast.
Brianna Peterson
Great Campground with Tons of Fun! We had a fantastic time here! The campground offers so much—boat tours, canoeing, a nice pool, and even a foam party and candy bingo for the kids. The mini golf was a hit, and the campsites are big and well-spaced. Bathrooms and showers were clean and well-maintained. A highlight for the adults was enjoying frozen slushies and fun specialty drinks by the pool—such a great bonus! Perfect spot for families looking for both relaxation and fun activities!
Kathy S
First time at Wildwood and will definitely not be our last! Facilities were clean and well maintained. Great general store and very accommodating. Looking forward to next summer when we can enjoy the pool.
mitch hutterer
5*++++ We visit every year with our extended family as a tradition and make the best kind of memories. Great family fun for all ages. There is plenty of space, clean facilities, water and electrical connections, showers, and a pool to cool off on the hot summer days. Our kids just loved the new selection of sensory toys, donuts, and other thoughtful essentials that were added for sale at the lodge this year. Good old-fashioned American camping experience down to the ghost stories, campfires, and yard games. A definitive chance to unplug from typical screen time, and the everyday hustle & bustle of life relaxing in the woods. Can't say enough about the venue.
Terrance Davey
Every time we are there every year for the the last 4 have been awesome. Friendly staff to seeing the bathroom updated. Only input thought after this last weekend with the foam party and candy bingo is if there was themed weekends like Halloween, Christmas in July, retro, etc. just a thought. Again always great spenders time there with our annual friends/ family camping weekend.
Brady Fisher
We've been coming here for a few years and usually go spend a day at Wild Mountain. The camp grounds were well kept, even cleaned up compared to previous years. Some of the more wooded sites we've had before looked really nice. Candy bar bingo and a foam party for the kids was great! The pool does get crowded but it's not terrible. We had 3 sites in our group and didn't realize their pull through sections alternate direction so you'd end up facing (essentially camping with) people you don't know. We rearranged a little bit so our 3 sites seemingly had a big buddy site and it was great 👍🏻
Jessica Krejci
We had the double site and it was perfect for a couple tents and a pop up camper! We went canoeing and they made it super easy to get down to the landing and get home. They had lots of events during the day for kids also. We have made this an annual trip and enjoy our stay each year. Thanks!