RV Parks in La Crosse
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La Crosse, WI RV Parks: 1 Campground Near River
La Crosse, Wisconsin sits on the Mississippi River with 1 RV campground, Pettibone RV, offering direct river access for anglers and sightseers. This destination draws campers with its bluff-top views and downtown proximity.
What RV parks operate in La Crosse, WI?
La Crosse contains exactly 1 RV campground: Pettibone RV Campground. This park provides 85 sites with full hookups at 30 and 50 amps. Rates for a standard pull-through site run $45 per night for two adults.
Where is Pettibone RV located within La Crosse?
Pettibone RV Campground sits 2 miles south of downtown La Crosse on French Island at E 12033 Pettibone Drive. The property borders Lake Onalaska, a 7,500-acre backwater of the Mississippi. It is 4 minutes from I-90 exit 3.
What amenities and site features does Pettibone RV offer?
Pettibone RV provides 85 sites averaging 40 by 70 feet with concrete patios. Amenities include:
- Full hookups: water, sewer, and electric at 30 and 50 amps
- Wi-Fi: free basic access with 5 Mbps typical speed
- Bathhouse: heated facility with 8 showers
- Boat launch: concrete ramp open 24 hours
- Laundry: 4 washers and 4 dryers at $1.50 per load
What does camping cost near La Crosse?
Nightly rates at Pettibone RV range from $45 for standard to $65 for premium riverfront. Weekly stays cost $270, saving $45. Monthly rates run $900 plus electric metered at $0.12 per kWh. Reservations require a $25 non-refundable deposit.
How close is Pettibone to attractions and services?
Pettibone RV sits 3 miles from downtown La Crosse and 1 mile from the 2.5-mile River City Bike Trail. Major shopping, including Festival Foods, is 4 minutes away. Emergency services: Mayo Clinic Health System is 5 miles north.
What other RV options exist within 50 miles of La Crosse?
Within 50 miles, travelers find 12 additional campgrounds. In Onalaska, WI, 3 miles north, Onalaska RV Park offers 60 sites. Winona, MN, 30 miles upstream, has 2 parks with 100 total sites. For a complete list, check RV Parks USA directory.
What is the best time of year to RV in La Crosse?
Pettibone RV operates April 1 through October 31. Peak season, May through September, sees average highs of 82°F in July. Off-peak, April and October, rates drop 15% to $38 per night. Reservations fill 6-8 weeks in advance for summer weekends.
La Crosse's 1 RV campground, Pettibone RV, delivers Mississippi River access with 85 sites and full hookups. Use RVParkway to compare this park with nearby Green Bay, WI and Minnesota options.