Potawatomi State Park

Category: State park

Address: 3740 Park Dr, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235, USA

Phone: +19207462890

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–11PM

Monday: 6AM–11PM

Tuesday: 6AM–11PM

Wednesday: 6AM–11PM

Thursday: 6AM–11PM

Friday: 6AM–11PM

Saturday: 6AM–11PM

Reviews

K P

Jul 16, 2022

We tent camped for two nights at an electrical site in the southern campground. We really liked the campsite, however they are completely gravel (fine if you have an RV, but something to keep in mind if you are a tent camper). The park was mostly quiet and beautiful! If you are tent camping, the airplanes taking off/landing in the early morning at the nearby airport are very loud and will wake you up. The wildlife is fun! There are lots of woodpeckers, we saw turkeys, and we also saw a mother deer with her twin babies! There was a nice big open grassy area behind our campsite that the kids loved playing in. The bathrooms were clean and the vault toilets were acceptable. Good park store with everything you need and more. Our kids are 6 and 4 and it was a fun park. They natural areas by Sturgeon Bay are full “beaches” of smooth white rocks, which if you have kids, you know it’s basically a beach of treasures and building blocks. We camped mid July and the weather was cool/warm/pleasant (73~ during the day and 60~ at night) and there weren’t many bugs, although we did still use bug spray. The tower in the park was marked “permanently closed”, so don’t hope for it to be opened 😔 We enjoyed a local fish boil at Waterfront Mary’s. Highly recommend.

Amy M

Jul 4, 2022

Shaded forest trail for the Tower loop trail and Ice Age trail terminus. Pleasant with the lapping water from the bordering shoreline of Lake Michigan. Despite the holiday weekend, there were not a lot of other hikers on the trail. Only moderate elevation changes but lots of rocks and roots in the path. Glad we were wearing bug spray since there were patches that seemed to have bugs.

J W

Jun 15, 2022

My pup and I spent 2 nights at Potawatomi SP, June 2022 testing out our Teardrop camper and hiking the Sturgeon Bay segment of the Ice Age Trail. Our campsite (#66) was perfect! Easy back in, very level, lots of room. Large picnic table and fire ring complete with swing out grill. Camp store was well stocked as well as ample wood supply for fires. You can drive, hike, bike to most spots. Many open grassy areas for games and people to hang out. Seemed like a great family campground! The trails led to beautiful views along the Bay and within the forest. I would definitely camp here again!

Minor Images

Jun 13, 2022

Simply stunning. My words will do the gorgeous park and scenery no justice...so I uploaded some pics to motivate you to get out there and experience it 😉

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Questions & Answers

can we bring alcohol into the park?

Benjamin Kuiper | Apr 1, 2018
Steve Sathre | Apr 2, 2018

Yes

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How old do you have to have to be get a campsite?

Brady will | Mar 31, 2020
Benjamin There | Apr 1, 2020

18 or older for campsite and 21 or older for a cabin .

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Are dogs allowed on the beach?

Frances Frommherz | Apr 1, 2019
Norman Anderson | Apr 2, 2019

Not at the swimming beach. If your dog likes the water there are other spots to get to the water.

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Why did the campsite lengths get changed last year on the reservation map? Many of the sites we used to camp on are now several feet shorter and won't allow our 28 ft travel trailer. One can see by the pictures they are plenty long.

Michelle Koehler | Apr 1, 2018
Michelle Koehler | Apr 2, 2018

It's actually the description of the site on the reservation site. It won't allow us to reserve a 28 trailer if the site says it's limit is now 26 for example. We've camped there for yesrs. Many sites there are plenty big though.

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How did the park get its name?

Boyd Stewart | Apr 1, 2018
daniel wilder | Apr 2, 2018

From the Native American tribes that inhabited the area.

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Are the trails paved? We would like to take our mother for a walk in her wheel chair.

Gail Sommers | Apr 1, 2018
Avi Rivera | Apr 2, 2018

No they are not

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Are pets allowed in park?

Sandy Wittmayer | Oct 2, 2021
Tom Feuerer | Oct 3, 2021

Yes, but must be on leash at all times.

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is there electric sites

Karen Amundson | Sep 2, 2021
Lisa Riemer | Sep 3, 2021

Yes .. you will need to fill up your water prior to parking or haur it from s pump station

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Are there any paved walking trails?

Robert Butters | Aug 3, 2021
Rick Alonzo | Aug 4, 2021

Not all of them

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Is the fire tower open?

Dantheman Hill | Aug 3, 2021
Geoff McAlister | Aug 4, 2021

As others said, no. Not only is it locked and boarded up, but a number of steps are missing and it's falling apart

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Can you have a campfire at tent camp area?

John Campbell | Jul 4, 2021
William Hulligan | Jul 5, 2021

Yes, our site had a circular pit with a swinging grill that rotates over the fire if you like. Plenty of homes in town have firewood for sale via an honor cash box.

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Is the water and dumping station open today?

Lisa Riemer | Jun 4, 2021
Wayne Fryda | Jun 5, 2021

Yes

Where is the spot I can have pinic?

Nkauj Hmoob Lis | May 5, 2021
Eli S | May 6, 2021

The picnic areas are on the eastern part of the park. You can go to https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/potawatomi then click on maps then the park map and you'll see it there.

How are the Cross Country Ski Trails?

jeffrey rouer | Mar 31, 2021
Craig Thomsen | Apr 1, 2021

When I was there they looked good but with this warm weather I'm not sure how they held up.

Has Falls arrived??

Ked Kar | Mar 31, 2021
Cindy Algiers | Apr 1, 2021

About 20% fall colors.

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You want to do some motorcycle camping how good is it for a bike to get through?

Heat Bail | Mar 31, 2021
Erica Bautista | Apr 1, 2021

It will be fine.

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Are there biking trails in the park

Wendy Severson | Mar 31, 2021
Erik Schmidt | Apr 1, 2021

Mountain bike and road bike trails depending on your experience level. Over all a good time

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Is there close by shoreline fishing??

Tom Nielsen | Mar 31, 2021
Dan Klink | Apr 1, 2021

Yes. Several access points in the park. Bullhead point just east of the park and it has a few sunken boats

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when will water be turned off for the season?

Bruce Seely | Mar 31, 2020
Tamie Bebo | Apr 1, 2020

I think October but am not certain. You could call the Parks & Recreation and ask them. I'm sure they know more than me🤔

Can I drive a school bus in there it is empty and is there a fee to get in I wanted to get to the beach area

Steven Meyer | Mar 31, 2020
Iain Hunter | Apr 1, 2020

It'll be tight on the access road. I'd call the park ranger's office and ask. The parking should be fine but the access road will be very tough if there's any oncoming traffic. You will need a pass (you can buy from ranger's office) to access park.

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Did they ever rebuild the tower?

Katie Krouse | Mar 31, 2020
Dorothy Stuart | Apr 1, 2020

No. The tower at Potawatami is still closed. The one at Peninsula State Park is down and a new one that will be handicapped accessible will be built there.

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Is there a fee if you walk into the park without a car

Amber L. | Mar 31, 2020
Carmine Romano | Apr 1, 2020

Wow...8.00 is sooooo much to pay...such cheap people...FYI that money goes to keep up the park...quit being so damn cheap and pay the 8.00..

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Is there water and electric hook ups?

Gabrielle (Sparkles) | Mar 31, 2020
Dorothy Stuart | Apr 1, 2020

I don't camp, but they do have areas to park campers. I believe some have hook ups. You'd have to check with them. As I said I don't camp, but I believe reservations for camp sites in those Wisconsin State Parks are first come, first served. For more information check out the website for Wisconsin State Parks at https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/?prompt=0

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We are elderly bike riders and enjoy Peninsula trails. Are the Pottawatomie trails similar?

Maureen Mewies | Apr 1, 2019
Austin Devin | Apr 2, 2019

There's mountain bike trails but you also cycle on the road which is pretty quiet. It is a little hilly though.

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How much is per night?

Shoua Yang | Apr 1, 2019
Stephen Bryan | Apr 2, 2019

I believe camping is $30 a night. It is the same as all other state parks per night.

Do u still have any opening site for this coming up labor day?

Shoua Yang | Apr 1, 2019
H King | Apr 2, 2019

You would have to go to the Wisconsin State Park camping registration website to check. I would highly doubt they have availability, though.

Do you need a park pass to camp here?

Lindsey Hynes | Apr 1, 2019
Rex Zentz | Apr 2, 2019

Yep either a daily or season vehicle pass

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How many cars are allowed for a group site?

Annie | Apr 1, 2019
Dennis Ansell | Apr 2, 2019

2 per site

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Do you recommend making reservations for camping during the summer or is availability pretty open last minute?

Jessica Walczak | Apr 1, 2019
DJ Snowfang | Apr 2, 2019

I would make a reservation. Park can fill up fast.

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Do they have a dump station for use by non campers??

Donna Sugarman | Apr 1, 2019
Lead Sled | Apr 2, 2019

Another no. Like you need 100 people to answer that. Hahaaa.

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Can you bring your own fire wood to pot park

James Quick | Apr 1, 2019
Barb Taylor | Apr 2, 2019

Only if its within 5 miles of the park, because of the emerald ash bore. There is a nice reasonable place on the road to park and they sell wood in the park too.

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Are there bathrooms and showers for the campers in the park?

Val Sevegney | Apr 1, 2019
Norman Anderson | Apr 2, 2019

Yes

Can you camp with a small dog in the park?

Val Sevegney | Apr 1, 2019
Jenny Elsner-Miller | Apr 2, 2019

Yes. Leashed dogs are allowed in almost all WI state park campgrounds.

May we use our popup camper on non electric tent site in potawatomi state park campground??

Aleta Kozak | Apr 1, 2018
Scott Bader | Apr 2, 2018

Yes if it is not a tent only site.

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Can you hike into and up the tower in winter?

Eamon O'Dowd | Apr 1, 2018
Novel Bay Booksellers | Apr 2, 2018

Scott is right on all points. Prudence is required. A fat tire bike, maybe. Back country skis, likely. Snowshoeing, very likely. Beware that icy conditions can be dangerous. And it may not be possible to get a rescue vehicle in to get you. Also, cell service can be spotty in the park. I'll echo what Scott says; ask at the entry station before making any attempt. If they advise against then you shouldn't try it.

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Are any roads open in winter in Potawatomi park? And if so which ones?

smiley calf | Apr 1, 2018
Scott Bader | Apr 2, 2018

Yes to the water, group camp, boat launch, but not to tower.

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Is kayaking still open in September

dale cucinella | Apr 1, 2018
Ryan R | Apr 2, 2018

Yes

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