The Kickapoo River is good for inexperienced paddlers, given the twists, turns, rapids, paddlers should come with a little bit of experience. 7.27.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.3.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Willow Camp (D) has four individual campsites and is for self-contained units only. Kayaking with my UW Whitewater camping class - spring 2014. 7.19.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Indian Creek Road to The Mississippi River, Platte River VII You can also camp at the Middle Fork State Fish and Wildlife Area, five miles north, where there are also equestrian camping facilities. Amherst to Durrant Road, Waupaca River II The five-mile-long segment between Landing 5 on Highway 131 downstream to Landing 10 on County Highway P, winds through the hearts of both SNA units. Paddlers can access the Kickapoo River at 20 bridge crossings and landings in the 22.5 mile stretch between Ontario and La Farge. Ellenboro to Platte Road, Platte River I Madison, Wisconsin, Lake Michigan: Horseshoe Island Our Guide to Turtle Creek, Turtle Creek V Just a small creek and not too many bluffs, but are some. Zumbro Falls to Millville, Filter your search by Category : Tag : Date. 7.14.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ …………………………………, Wisconsin River XIV Mirror Lake State Park to Lake Delton, Montello River Highway 83 to Delafield Road, Bark River II Our Guide to the Lower Wisconsin Riverway, Wisconsin River XIX 5.5.13 | ☆ ☆ 6.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Paddling the Kickapoo River: 10.3.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.10.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Known as the crookedest river in the world, the Kickapoo is navigable its entire length from just north of Ontario to the Wisconsin River at Wauzeka. 9.6.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Sunny Ridge Road to Banner Road, Pecatonica River: East Branch VII Whitewater Drive to Highway D61, Willow Creek We offer fun for your family and pals (including the pooch!) 8.08 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo Valley Reserve (kvr.state.wi.us) offers primitive camping to vehicles with horse trailers. Bayfield County, Wisconsin, Lake Waubesa Wetlands Stoughton to Stebbensville Road, Yahara River V West Bend to Newburg, Milwaukee River VI 4.18.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.3.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.17.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Cannon Falls to Welch, Cannon River I 11.1.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Grafton to County Highway T, Milwaukee River IV Our Guide to the Tomorrow-Waupaca River, Tomorrow River 7.6.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo River Wildlife Area-Wauzeka Unit is a 5,697-acre property (1,927 acres state-owned and 3,770 acres of private lands under easement for hunting and fishing only) located within the Lower Kickapoo and Kickapoo Conservation Opportunity Area in Wisconsin's Wildlife Action plan [PDF].The habitat on the property is of continental significance for its driftless area features. Future access depends on your stewardship. Old County Road PB to Highway 69, Baraboo River Overview 7.5.20 | ☆ ☆ Pine Island to Portage, Wisconsin River X Millhome to Johnsonville, Sheboygan River III This folksy cabin is located in the heart of the Kickapoo River Valley that runs through the Driftless region of southwest Wisconsin. You can also purchase firewood from local residents. 9.14.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.15.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.30.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.19.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Chipmunk Rapids Campground to Goodman Grade Road, Pine River I (Florence) 9.27.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road A to County Road V, Onion River I Dundee to Mauthe Lake, Milwaukee River: East Branch II 3.31.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Contact the Reserve office for more information. 3.28.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Waterloo to Portland, Maunesha River II 4.22.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 23 to Lake Winnebago, Fox River III 5.24.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.28.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.19.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.4.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ This popular river offers access at numerous road crossings. Put-in | Ontario. 7.5.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Lone Rock to Muscoda, Wisconsin River IV 9.5-9.7.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ DETAILS. Whitehall to Independence, Turtle Creek Overview 9.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.17.12 | ☆ ☆ and the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. 608-735-4341. View campsite map, availability, and reserve online with ReserveAmerica. Spring Valley to 770th Avenue, Embarrass River 5.25.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.2.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Lyndon Station to Wisconsin Dells, Prairie Du Sac to The Mississippi River Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Lake Superior: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (MI) Located along the Kickapoo River, the village park includes camping, fishing, horseshoe facilities, swings, shelter, and the Kickapoo River Museum. County Road B to Sunrise Road, Badfish Creek VI Cambridge to Rockdale, La Crosse River III 7.14.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.3.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Most people prefer to canoe the upper stretch by Ontario and LaFarge. Belleville to County Road X, Sugar River VIII County Road A to Lily, Wolf River I They can be contacted via phone at (830) 563-2342 for pricing, directions, reservations and more. County Road W to Ensche Road, Grand River The current is relaxing, but be prepared to portage several dams and an occasional fallen tree. This is for good reason as the river is more interesting up there with fun rifles and beautiful limestone bluffs, but the lower portion of the river is scenic as well and worth a paddle. 11.3.15 | ☆ ☆ 10.4.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.27.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo River Location | southwest Wisconsin. 9.27.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ It’s just a time for friends from different cities to get together, camp, canoe, drink and catch up! Femrite Drive to Fish Camp County Park, Dorn Creek No backcountry camping is allowed along the river. 7.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kendallville to Bluffton, Upper Iowa River I Located along the Kickapoo River, the village park includes camping, fishing, horseshoe facilities, swings, shelter, and the Kickapoo River Museum. 11.15.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ All are limited to 10 people. A trip down the Kickapoo River can be accomplished by canoe, by automobile, or by biking along State Highway 131. Some capacity limits are in place. 4.19.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ It is a very safe, slow moving river that can be enjoyed by a beginners as well as experienced canoe enthusiasts. Camping is allowed in designated sites only. 7.15.10 | ☆ ☆ Robin Lane to West River Drive, Mill Creek (Richland) 7.8.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ New Fane to Kewaskum, Milwaukee River: East Branch I Frontier Park to Jacobus Park, Mill Creek (Iowa) Then, click on the logo to see our guest reviews on TripAdvisor. Be sure to protect the trees that exist. Old County Road I to Kelly Road, Rock Creek 7.20.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Duck's can be made here. Need a little more convincing that The Kickapoo Valley Ranch Guest Cabins are the perfect getaway for you? Center Road to County Road W, Pine River II (Richland) Waunakee Village Park to South Woodland Drive, Spring Creek II 9.30.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Adventure starts here. Paoli to Belleville, Sugar River XI 10.24.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 78 to Argyle, Pecatonica River: Mineral Point Branch II 9.27.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway X16 to Old Sixteen Road, Zumbro River 11.11.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Kickapoo Cavern State Park is located at 20939 Ranch to Market Road 674 Brackettville, TX 78832. - Prevent human waste from entering water. 8.10.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Registration and a camping permit is required but there are 16 self-registration stations throughout the Reserve, as well as at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center (which is well worth a visit on its own account). This beautiful part of the state was never touched by glaciers, leaving it with topography ranging from soaring hills to deep valleys. Brush Creek and Kickapoo Camping in Mike D.’s Land, Wisconsin | Pitch your tent or bring your RV and camp on our land that borders the Brush creek and the Kickapoo river, … Leave No Trace - Going in the WoodsPlease follow these 3 simple steps when nature calls: 1) Find a spot at least 200 steps from any water source. Hatfield to Black River Falls, Black River I 3.21.15 | ☆ ☆ 8.22.09 | ☆ ☆ Old Stage Road to County Road H, Badfish Creek IV This is for good reason as the river is more interesting up there with fun rifles and beautiful limestone bluffs, but the lower portion of the river is scenic as well and worth a paddle. Wisconsin Dells to Norway Drive, Wisconsin River VI It definitely made my top-five favorite campsites based on sure beauty. East Canyon Road to South Apple River Road, Ashippun River The Kickapoo Valley Reserve allows for first-come, first-served primitive camping at a total of 26 designated sites surrounding the river. Haskins Park to Highway 113, Baraboo River I 11.3.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 608-735-4341. 9.28.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo State Recreation Area and the surrounding area have a long and rich cultural history. Charts and Maps; River Info The Middle Fork of the Vermilion River. Welcome to a One-of-a-Kind Camping Experience! - Respect the serenity of the area - keep noise to a minimum. Riverside Road to Paoli, Sugar River III Oak Park Road to County Road O, Peshekee River 2.24.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Fair Street to County Road V, St. Croix River II Boundary Road to Kristof Road, Plover River III 7.24.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo River Location | southwest Wisconsin. 5.5.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Darlington to Red Rock, Pecatonica River I Kelly Road to West Pine Hill Road, Robinson Creek I One of the unique landmarks on this stretch is located between bridges #18 and #19 where the relics of a concrete tower – the start of an abandoned dam – that looms large in the distance. Old Lancaster Road to County Road O, Little Sugar River County Road J to Lake Michigan, Pine River III (Florence): "The Oxbow" 6.16.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.25.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 13 to Lake Superior, Bois Brule River III 4.15.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.3.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Coon Hollow Road to Ellenboro, Platte River VI It’s a narrow and intimate river with small riffles, tight corners, modest-to-grand outcrops and stunning rock formations. Black River Falls to Melrose, Black River: East Fork II It’s as pretty and scenic as a river paddle gets in Wisconsin. There are flush toilets, and some sites have electricity. Unlike other major tourist attractions, their isn't a lot of business built up in the towns around the river, its very small town and natural. Boscobel to Wyalusing State Park, Wolf River V Argyle to Blackhawk Memorial County Park, Pecatonica River: East Branch III All campsites are first come first served. 7.26.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Miles: 10.5 | Trip Report 5.30.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.1.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Rockton to La Farge, Kickapoo River I 10.29.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ "Pack it in; pack it out" - pick up and pack out all of your litter. 6.29.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.27.15 | ☆ ☆ 25 Sites. Between the two sections, we have only the slightest preference for Ontario to Rockton, but you shouldn’t choose one over the other if you’re heading there to paddle. Please minimize your impact... - Use existing fire pits; don't burn garbage. 6.20.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ibd1b4ukdawgupnorth 12.9.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9 Mile Creek Landing to Dix Dox Landing, Flambeau River: North Fork I Cooksville to Murwin County Park, Badger Mill Creek 5.23-5.24.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.17.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.11.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.31-9.2.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ In 65 linear miles it covers 130 miles as it repeatedly doubles back on itself. Paddle the river or explore one of our lakes. 6.21.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Make tracks to Gays Mills, Wisconsin and don’t forget to bring your family and friends! The Kickapoo River offers unmatched scenery of Wisconsin's driftless region. Chaffie Hollow Road to Potosi Point Recreational Area, Grant River II Having these numerous access points makes it incredibly easy to tailor your trip. County Road ES to Bowers Road, Sugar River Overview Eagle, Wisconsin, Lusk Creek Luke’s Heights Lane to Big Falls County Park, Kewaunee River Maple Ridge Road to Highway 112, White River III (Walworth) County Road S to Highway 56, Kinnickinnic River II Camping on the Kickapoo River. Sites are primitive with low maintenance. 4.26.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.23.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Osceola to Somerset Landing, St. Croix River I Lake Altoona Dam to Hobbs Landing, Eau Claire River III (Marathon) Prairie Du Sac to Arena, Wisconsin River III 10.26.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 3.16.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Landing 4 to Landing 14, Kickapoo River II 5.6.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Grandfather Dam to Lokemoen Road, Wisconsin River IX 4.1.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Fences and log jams may be an issue as well as shallow water. 6.9.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.11.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.4.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Manawa to County Road X, Lulu Lake 9.5.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ About half of the sites are vehicle-accessible for $15/night; about one third are canoe-accessible and about one third are hike-in, bike-in, or horseback-accessible only for $10/night. Horseshoe Bend Road to Buncombe Road, Galena/Fever River II 8.31.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Waterford to Burlington, Fox River I (IL) 8.25.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ There are 22 ponds in addition to the Middle Fork of the Vermillion River. Bayfield County, Wisconsin, Lake Superior: Houghton Point River Falls to Kinnickinnic State Park, Kinnickinnic River I 10.25.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.26.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 164 to Merton, Bark River III The Kickapoo River is located in Wisconsin’s Driftless Area. Willard Road to Grand Avenue, Black River IV Springs Park to School Section Road, Turtle Creek II Upper Kickapoo River Guide 10.20.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Germania to Lock Road, Mecan River I Angling at Kickapoo State Park … Munising, Michigan, Lake Superior: Sea Caves Kickapoo Wild Adventures. 6.16.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.11.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5 Mile Road to Horlick Dam, Root River: South Branch II No Vehicle Access – Parking is greater than 1000 feet from the campsite. 6.19.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo River Wildlife Area-Wauzeka Unit is a 5,697-acre property (1,927 acres state-owned and 3,770 acres of private lands under easement for hunting and fishing only) located within the Lower Kickapoo and Kickapoo Conservation Opportunity Area in Wisconsin's Wildlife Action plan [PDF].The habitat on the property is of continental significance for its driftless area features. Highway W Landing to Flambeau Lodge Landing, Flambeau River: North Fork II And at night, I was once again serenaded by the sounds of coyotes (amongst other critters of the night). Kewaskum to Barton, Milwaukee River III *Note: Shortest trip for tubing is 3 hours** Online Camping Reservations for Mr. The project was abandoned at the last minute when numerous studies showed it might not have the economic impact that was anticipated. Crawford Landing Road to Indian Village Road, Onion River II 6.24.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ The Lower Kickapoo River is a picturesque meandering stream in southwest Wisconsin. Burying or leaving trash is unacceptable, as is burning items such as aluminum cans and foil, cigarette butts, bottle caps, glass, folding chairs, chemically treated wood, untreated lumber with nails or screws, plastics, or Styrofoam in your campfire. 4.26.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo Valley Reserve recognizes that you paid for camping and may have to move if your chosen site is occupied. There are many landings so you can plan a trip that of varying lengths. Marl Lake to Shadow Lake Road, Crystal River I Weather | 90° and sunny, no wind. Total Time | approximately 5 hours (with 3 stops). Hamilton Falls Canoe Landing to Canoe Landing Forest Road, Eau Galle River Chimney Rock Road to Bluffton Road, Waupaca River VI There are 4 other cabin options and numerous camping options at … County Road M to Cedarburg, Cherokee Marsh South Avenue to Dellwood, Devil’s Lake County Road CF to County Road G, Covel Creek All campsites are first come first served. 4.30.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 1.24.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.20.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway 58 to Dog Hollow Road, Wisconsin River XI River Bay Road to Norway Drive, Wisconsin River XII 4.11.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ All have primitive landings and require a short hike to higher ground. The Kickapoo River winds through the Wildcat Mountain State Park (also listed in our blog about our favorite state parks in the area!) 5.29.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The top 10%!!! Fences and log jams may be an issue as well as shallow water. County Road F to Landing 10, Black Earth Creek Overview It definitely made my top-five favorite campsites based on sure beauty. 4.23.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Anywhere from 1 1/2 hours to an 6.5 hours! Platte Road to Big Platte Road, Platte River II Serena to Wedron, Galena/Fever River IV The campsites on the Kickapoo are the definition of primitive. Fairfield to Sweet-Allyn Park, Turtle Creek IV 6.9.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Madison, Wisconsin, Lemonweir River Miles Paddled provides information about canoe/kayak camping along the river. 8.25.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.29.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.4-7.5.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.23.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.30.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Camping Fee: Yes | Camping Permit: Yes. The paddle-in factor makes the process a little bit luck of the draw but if your spot is taken, or you find another one along the way, simply change the campsite letter on your slip. 6.08 | ☆ Numerous primitive campsites are available at Kickapoo State Park near the takeout. 7.22.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.24.09 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.3.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 7.22.11 | ☆ Take-out | Bridge 10. 8.25.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.6.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 3.23.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Archaeological excavations have provided evidence of a prehistoric village on the Middle Fork River near the park that was home to Native Americans of the Woodland and … Buchholz Road to County Highway Q, Waupaca River V 11.21.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ O’Riley Road to Sweet-Allyn Park, Turtle Creek I Blynn Road to Arena, Black Earth Creek I Look at this narrow river on a map and it seems confused. Start with the fact that this award goes to only the best of the best in the World! 8.8.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The put-in at Ontario (the proudly-proclaimed “Canoe Capital of the Kickapoo”) is just north of the Kickapoo Valley Reserve boundaries so there is no need to pay for parking. Plan appropriately. 5.7.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Attica to Albany, Sugar River VI River Access Only – The site does not have a trail leading to it. Robinson Landing to Holt’s Landing, Fond Du Lac River: West Branch Krouskop Park to Twin Bluffs Road, Pine River I (Richland) Camping on the Kickapoo River. Fish Creek, Wisconsin, Lake Michigan: Port Washington 9.6.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Access listed at each site can be defined as……. Miles Paddled provides information about canoe/kayak camping along the river. 9.10.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ County Road K to Riverside Landing, Neenah Creek Cambridge to Hoopen Road, Koshkonong Creek II Rockton to LaFarge 9.2.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Elder Lane to Twin Lake Road, Maunesha River I Olson Road to Aztalan State Park, Crawfish River I The dam would’ve flooded the valley creating a lake meant to bring in tourist dollars. County Road O to Endeavor, Fox River I The nearest landing for the Kickapoo river was right down the road. Weather | 90° and sunny, no wind. 7.9.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.14.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Short Cut Road to County Road U, Halls Creek II 3.26.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ - Observe posted camp area capacity limits. 12.13.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.2.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Brule Glacial Spillway State Natural Area, Bois Brule River IV 1.1.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo River and surrounding area is amazingly beautiful!! Rockton to LaFarge River Road to Kewaunee, Kickapoo River III It offers scuba diving and also an anglers paridise with its 22 deep water lakes. Most of the area along the river is forested, and there are also several prairie sites. 4.16.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Then, click on the logo to see our guest reviews on TripAdvisor. Tent camping on the Kickapoo River in Le Anne M.’s Land, Wisconsin | This campsite is located right on the Kickapoo River. 9.30.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.11.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Estabrook Park to Discovery World, Milwaukee River I Our campground is located on the quiet side of Kickapoo Valley's Apple Country in Gays Mills, Wisconsin. July 2, 2013 July 2, 2013 simplystitchedtogether. Rural to Shadow Lake Road, Dell Creek One that’s even eerier knowing you wouldn’t be paddling this gem of a river had it become a flowage. 4.19.15 | ☆ ☆ Blue Heron Island, Wisconsin River XVI In 2020 all along the Kickapoo River have been moved out of the flood plain. In 65 linear miles it covers 130 miles as it repeatedly doubles back on itself. There are 12 campsites with electricity and primitive sites comprise the rest of the campground. 5.5.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Kickapoo has two major campgrounds for tent and trailer camping, with 184 sites. Type: Primitive Manchester to Kingston, Grant River III 7.15.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.20.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Primitive camping is available at 25 sites identified on the visitor guide map. Dells of the Eau Claire Park to Club House Road, Eau Claire River I (Marathon) Riverview Park to Reek Road, Waupaca River IV Our Guide to Badfish Creek, Badfish Creek VII Sheridan Springs Road to Lyons, White River II (Walworth) Kickapoo River-Vernon County-20.3 miles-State Hwy 33 bridge to State Hwy. There are flush toilets and a sanitary station. Watersmeet to Forest Road 5250, Pecatonica River V (IL) County Road E to County Road A, Platte River V 10.12.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ This past weekend was the 3rd Annual “God’s Country Canoe & Camping Trip” which Zach and I have attended with friends the last two years. Lemonweir to Cliff House Road, Little Platte River III 04.19.15 | ☆ ☆ Ontario to Rockton Here is a review of Kickapoo State Park and Campground near Oakwood, Illinois. 4.16.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.10-6.14.20 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Highway D61 to 60th Avenue, Maunesha River V The Kickapoo River is good for inexperienced paddlers, given the twists, turns, rapids, paddlers should come with a little bit of experience. Titanic Canoe Rental, Ahnapee River 8.17.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Johnsonville to Dassow Park, Sheboygan River II 9.22.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.4.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.21.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Unique to both of these sections are numerous landings, some of which are aligned with exactly twenty bridges that exist between put-in and take-out (although, technically, only the remnants of bridge #12 remain) and they are almost all perfectly spaced. County Road YY to Czech Lane, Whitewater Creek 8.31.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Bois Brule Landing to Copper Range Landing, Bois Brule River I 5.29-5.31.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.25.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ About half the sites have electrical hookups, two shower buildings are available to all campers and a sanitary dump station is available. 5.29.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.18.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 2.2.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Family Camping trip to Wildcat Mountain state park in Wisconsin. Kickapoo has two major campgrounds for tent and trailer camping, with 184 sites. 6.30.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ It’s an eerie “what if” kind of monument. All the landings between landings 1 and 12 are excellent, offering a pit toilet, self-registration stations and refuse/recycling containers. Kickapoo River – Camping on Sandbars. The Kickapoo River winds through the Wildcat Mountain State Park (also listed in our blog about our favorite state parks in the area!) 8.3.14 | ☆ ☆ 9.7-9.8.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ The Kickapoo has been know for being crooked and twisty but it’s generally a leisurely paddle as it gently meanders back-and-forth between beautiful sand and limestone cliffs. You can start your kayak trip in reads creek which flows through this property. County Road S to Manitowoc, Manitowoc River I River Falls to County Road F, Kishwaukee River Most people prefer to canoe the upper stretch by Ontario and LaFarge. 5.24.08 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 2020 Updated Campsite Information: In 2020 all campsites along the Kickapoo River have been moved out of the flood plain. Cloud to Sheboygan Broughton Marsh County Park, Sheboygan River V Concord Road to County Road P, Old Pearl River 7.31.10 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 10.20.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Little Hope to Shadow Lake, Crystal River II Big Falls to Highway 110, Little Wolf River III We stayed here for eight nights and saw deer. 8.17.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Brownton to Winslow, Pecatonica River II Highway 33 to County Road O, Fox River II 8.16.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Look at this narrow river on a map and it seems confused. 1.19.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.8.15 & 6.10.15 | ☆ ☆ Bowers Road to Shemak Road, Blue River I The Kickapoo River and surrounding area is amazingly beautiful!! We offer fun for your family and pals (including the pooch!) 9.23.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Just a small creek and not too many bluffs, but are some. 6.8.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.18.13 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Lee Road to Veterans Memorial Park, Spring Creek I 5.13.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Reserve. Our Guide to the Bois Brule River, Bois Brule River V Archaeological excavations have provided evidence of a prehistoric village on the Middle Fork River near the park that was home to Native Americans of the Woodland and … Nearby Campground: Wildcat Mountain State Park | Reserve a Site 7.20.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 12.5.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 2.27.18 + 5.4.18 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Date & Time | Sunday, May 27th, 2018 from approx. Make reservations here or by calling (512) 389-8900. 6.1.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 5.7.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Sunrise Road to Old Stone Road, Badfish Creek V *Note: Shortest trip for tubing is 3 hours** Online Camping Reservations for Mr. 6.1.15 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Dassow Park to Sheboygan Falls, Sheboygan River I The Kickapoo offers a nice short trip (22.5 miles) with overnight spots about halfway down that stretch. The water is clear and generally shallow, but be aware that it can suddenly get quite deep, especially where the current meets the rock walls and tight turns. Day use and camping reservations are highly recommended. Miles Paddled documents canoe and kayak trips on rivers and creeks throughout Wisconsin. 5.31.14 | ☆ ☆ Kickapoo Village is conveniently located directly across the street from a state-of-the-art storage facility, as well as a large hardware and lumber store. School Section Road to O’Riley Road, Turtle Creek III Old Stone Road to Casey Road, Badfish Creek III 7.3.20 | ☆ ☆ Steponik Road to Overguard Road, Black River: East Fork I 9.28.19 | ☆ ☆ ☆ 8.11.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ Calamine to Darlington, Pecatonica River: Dodge Branch 6.19.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Most of the sites and trails are equestrian as well. Highway 69 to County Road A, Sugar River IX You are not guaranteed a river accessible campsite. The put-in for this section is in the town of Rockton and is within the Kickapoo Valley Reserve so if you’re parking at landing 12, you will need a parking pass. Camping is allowed in designated sites only. 5.10.14 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 4.5.15 | ☆ ☆ Facilities: Flush toilets, showers and water. Harrisville to 11th Road, Moon Lake 5.30.16 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 6.1.11 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 9.29.12 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Also, this river gets really busy on weekends, so it’s best to consider a weekday trip if you have the opportunity and/or prefer things a littler on the quieter side. 4.7.17 | ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Illinois only National Scenic river, Middle Fork of the Vermilion, runs thru the park offering excellent canoeing and fishing opportunities. 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