Weekend availability at Grant River
Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 18, 11:44 AM PT- Fri, Sep 18Open27/73 sites
- Fri, Sep 25Open23/73 sites
- Fri, Oct 2Open34/73 sites
- Fri, Oct 9Open35/73 sites
- Fri, Oct 16Open51/73 sites
- Fri, Oct 23Open46/73 sites
Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.
Campsites & amenities
Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.
- Campsites
- 74
- Electric sites
- 64
About this campground
Overview Spread along the banks of the Upper Mississippi River, the Grant River Campground, located in the "Catfish Capital of Wisconsin," is a modern campground that offers a plethora of outdoor and recreational activities.Recreation The famous fishing on the Mississippi River draws crowds of anglers each year. The most popular species is the channel catfish, earning the city of Potosi the nickname "Catfish Capital of Wisconsin." Other species include bluegill, walleye, crappie, northern pike and bass. Best to try your luck in the spring before the rice field grows up. There is boat ramp access within the campground, but can be chalenging for larger vessels as water levels drop and aquatic vegetation grows up. Facilities Picnic shelter and a playgrounds create an ideal environment for a small party or family get-together. Both tent and RV sites are available, and amenities like showers, drinking water and flush toilets offer a comfortable camping experience.Natural Features Surrounding the large campsite is a lush river landscape with towering bluffs and beautiful sunsets, creating a nature experience for visitors without losing the comforts of modern camping. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (563) 582-0881. Nearby Attractions Potosi Brewing Company Restauraunt & Museum (Potosi, WI - 2 miles) Lock and Dam 11 (Dubuque, IA - 19 miles) National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium (Dubuque, IA - 20 miles) Diamond Jo Casino & The Q Casino (Dubuque, IA - 20 miles) Historic sites, Antiques, Fine Dining (Galena, IL - 28 miles)
Getting there
From WI-133, Turn East on River Lane (two miles south of Potosi) and follow the directional signs approximately two miles to the campground. From US-61/WI-35, Turn S on River Lane and follow directional signs to campground.
Activities
- BIRDING
- DAY USE AREA
- CAMPING
- WATER ACCESS
- PICNICKING
- FISHING
- EVENING PROGRAMS
Nearby federal campgrounds
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