Grant River
Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 — riverside, fishing
Location: Potosi, WI, WI
Price: From $14 per night
Price range: $14–$26 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (483 reviews)
Season: May through October
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.For facility specific information, please call (563) 582-0881.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 c
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/grant-river to be notified when sites open up.
Modern campground spread along the Upper Mississippi River banks with renowned fishing for channel catfish and other species. Google reviewers consistently praise stunning sunset views and the beautiful setting.
Wildlife alert: White-tailed deer, Eastern Chipmunk, Prothonotary Warbler, Canada Goose, Eastern Meadowlark, Mallard, Northern Watersnake, and Common Garter Snake documented in the area.
Insider tips for Grant River: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Bring earplugs or expect train noise; trains pass every 10-20 minutes adjacent to campground Bring a long hose for water access as sites vary in proximity to water sources Most sites have concrete pads and are flat
Skip Grant River if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You want quieter camping — frequent train traffic is a known issue. You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.
Best time to visit Grant River: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Blanding Landing (HANOVER, IL), Bulger’S Hollow Recreation Area (Clinton, IA), Thomson Causeway (THOMSON, IL), Blackhawk Park (DESOTO, WI).
Cell Phone Coverage at Grant River
Cell signal at Grant River (Potosi, WI): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.For facility specific information, please call (563) 582-0881.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.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. 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) The famous fishing on the Mississippi River draws crowds of anglers each year.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Bring earplugs or expect train noise; trains pass every 10-20 minutes adjacent to campground
Bring a long hose for water access as sites vary in proximity to water sources
Most sites have concrete pads and are flat
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
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.
Campground entrance
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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