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Grant River
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Potosi · Wisconsin · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 |
| Location | Potosi · Wisconsin · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 · 42.65944, -90.70972 · Map |
| Sites | 73 public sites counted from the federal listing — 62 standard electric; 10 tent only nonelectric; 1 group picnic area |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 64 of 73 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 73 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 73 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 73 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 90 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 63 sites · 30 ft: 63 sites · 35 ft: 61 sites · 40 ft: 45 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 74 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | RANGER OFFICE - 563-582-0881 / CAMPGROUND ENTRANCE STATION - 608-763-2140 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Spread along the banks of the Upper Mississippi River, the Grant River Campground, located in the "Catfish Capital of Wisconsin," is a modern campground that offers a plethora of outdoor and recreational activities. Recreation The famous fishing on the Mississippi River draws crowds of anglers each year. The most popular species is the channel catfish, earning the city of Potosi the nickname "Catfish Capital of Wisconsin." Other species include bluegill, walleye, crappie, northern pike and bass. Best to try your luck in the spring before the rice field grows up.
There is boat ramp access within the campground, but can be chalenging for larger vessels as water levels drop and aquatic vegetation grows up.
Facilities Picnic shelter and a playgrounds create an ideal environment for a small party or family get-together. Both tent and RV sites are available, and amenities like showers, drinking water and flush toilets offer a comfortable camping experience. Natural Features Surrounding the large campsite is a lush river landscape with towering bluffs and beautiful sunsets, creating a nature experience for visitors without losing the comforts of modern camping.
Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (563) 582-0881. Nearby Attractions Potosi Brewing Company Restauraunt & Museum (Potosi, WI - 2 miles)
Lock and Dam 11 (Dubuque, IA - 19 miles)
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium (Dubuque, IA - 20 miles)
Diamond Jo Casino & The Q Casino (Dubuque, IA - 20 miles)
Historic sites, Antiques, Fine Dining (Galena, IL - 28 miles)
Directions, from the listing
From WI-133, Turn East on River Lane (two miles south of Potosi) and follow the directional signs approximately two miles to the campground. From US-61/WI-35, Turn S on River Lane and follow directional signs to campground.
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Trip Card — Grant River
Potosi · Wisconsin · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Potosi · Wisconsin · Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 64 |
| Max RV | Up to 90 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 73 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233503 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.