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Highland Ridge

Eau Galle Lake

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

Highland Ridge overlooks the sparkling Eau Galle Reservoir located in Spring Valley, in western Wisconsin. Highland Ridge has fourty-six campsites (thirty-five with electric) including eight walk-in tent sites. The 35-mile Eau Galle River feeds into 150 acre Eau Galle Lake, which is surrounded by steep hills and bluffs.

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14 nights

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

Highland Ridge has fourty-six campsites (thirty-five with electric) including eight walk-in tent sites. Showers, trash/recycle stations, an interpretive building, water fill stations, dump station, and a playground are all available for campers. During the summer, weekly interpretive programs are presented on Saturday evenings by the Park Rangers. Highland Ridge; Equestrian Loop has ten electric campsites. Manure pits, hitching posts, vault toilets, water fill stations, dump station, and garbage/recycling stations are available for campers.

Natural Features

The 35-mile Eau Galle River feeds into 150 acre Eau Galle Lake, which is surrounded by steep hills and bluffs. The campground is opposite the dam on the north side of the small reservoir. The area is set in a heavily wooded area that provides a welcoming habitat for native plants and animals.

Recreation

Hikers can enjoy the 7 miles worth of trails, along with overlook seating areas and a swimming beach. Horseback riders have a variety of trails to choose from. Fishermen cast their reels year-round. Kayaking, canoeing, and electric-motor boating are common.

Nearby Attractions

Highland Ridge is minutes from Spring Valley Golf Course, Crystal Cave, Cady Cheese Factory, Red Cedar Bike Trial, Vino in the Valley, Nugget Lake, Wakanda Water Park, Maple Leaf Orchard and Goven's Farm.

Campsite map

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Site 29

HIGHLAND RIDGE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

40 ft

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Yes

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Site 45E

Prairie Loop

EQUESTRIAN ELECTRIC

45 ft

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shade

The opening date of the campground in May and the closing date of the campground in November will vary depending on the weather conditions. Please call the park office at 715-778-5562 to verify that the campground is open.

Each campsite [excluding Group Site 1 (GS1)] is limited to 1 camper and 1 tent or 2 tents with 6 occupants maximum. All camping equipment must stay on the designated campsite.

Need to make changes to your reservations? Use the Recreation.gov Mobile App (on Android and Apple) Log into Recretion.gov Call 1-877-444-6777 Questions about the park can be directed to the Ranger Staff at 715-778-5562 or Eau.Galle.Lake@usace.army.mil.

Campground quiet hours: 10:00 pm to 6:00 am Generators can not be used during quiet hours

Common questions

Is Highland Ridge available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 14 of the next 14 days, starting Tue, Oct 27. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

How do I book Highland Ridge?

Reservations are handled by Recreation.gov, not by Kestrel. Use the official reservation link on this page to book. Kestrel only watches availability and tells you when a site frees up.

How quickly will I hear about a cancellation?

Kestrel rescans every two minutes, and every 30 seconds during the provider's daily release window. Alerts go out by email as soon as a matching site appears.