Rock Island State Park Campground
Closed — Closed for winter. The ferry operates Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day only, and does not run during winter months. Reservations available online through the Wisconsin State Park System.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 2:01AM CST until January 20 at 10:00AM CST by NWS Green Bay WI
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 below expected tonight into Tuesday morning. * WHERE...Door County. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 12:52AM CST until January 19 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Green Bay WI
* WHAT...Snow and Blowing Snow. Snow amounts up to 1 inch. Considerable blowing and drifting snow expected as fresh snow on the Bay of Green Bay blows across Door County. Northwest winds gusting to 40 to 45 mph, strongest from 5 am to 11 am. * WHERE...Door County. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches, leading to isolated power outages.
About
Rock Island State Park provides one of Wisconsin's most remote and primitive camping experiences on a 912-acre Lake Michigan island northeast of Washington Island. The park offers 40 walk-in tent campsites, including two group sites, in a vehicle-free environment that requires all camping gear and supplies to be backpacked in. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring. The island is accessible only by passenger ferry, requiring two ferry rides from Northport at the tip of the Door County Peninsula. Small carts are permitted on the ferry and island to transport gear, though ferry space is limited. Drinking water is available near the dock and boathouse, and vault toilets serve the camping areas. The island features the historic Pottawatomie Lighthouse, Wisconsin's oldest lighthouse, the impressive Thordarson Boathouse, over 2,000 feet of sandy beach, and approximately 10 miles of hiking trails along six miles of shoreline. Firewood is available for purchase at the park during operating season.
Directions
From mainland Wisconsin, take Highway 42 north to Northport at the tip of the Door County Peninsula. Take the Washington Island Ferry to Washington Island, then take the Rock Island passenger ferry (Karfi) from Jackson Harbor to Rock Island State Park. No vehicles are allowed on Rock Island.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $1 - $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 947-2757 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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