Nelson Dewey State Park
Features
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On Water
Pets Welcome/Inquire
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Campground Type
- Tent
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Natural Attractions Type
- Parks, Forests, Trails
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Camping Hook-ups
- Electric
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Number of Campsites
- 45
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Trail Length (miles)
- 1
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Publicly Owned
- Yes
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Dumping Station
- Yes
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Showers and Flush Toilets
- Yes
Nelson Dewey State Park
Information:
608-725-5374
6am-11pm.
Nelson Dewey State Park sits atop a 500-foot bluff overlooking the Mississippi River, offering stunning views and a mix of history and outdoor adventure. Visitors can hike, picnic, or camp while enjoying the scenic overlook and exploring the park’s historical features. One of them is the Stonefield Historic Site, the estate that housed the home of Wisconsin’s first governor, Nelson Dewey. The park also features Indian mounds, making it a perfect spot for both nature lovers and history enthusiasts.
What's Nearby
Events
Places To Stay
Dining
1
Gays Mills Apple Festival
9/25/2026 - 9/27/2026
Gays Mills - 40.96 miles away
2
Tour of Homes
12/13/2025
Mineral Point - 44.14 miles away
3
Driftless Area Art Festival
9/19/2026 - 9/20/2026
Soldiers Grove - 47.18 miles away
4
Wisconsin Grilled Cheese Championship
4/25/2026
Dodgeville - 49.16 miles away
5
CPKC Holiday Train - La Crosse
12/11/2025
La Crosse - 76.16 miles away
6
CPKC Holiday Train - Sparta
12/11/2025
Sparta - 83.67 miles away
7
CPKC Holiday Train - Mauston
12/11/2025
Mauston - 87.32 miles away
8
CPKC Holiday Train - Wisconsin Dells
12/11/2025
Wisconsin Dells - 88.11 miles away


