Mirror Lake State Park

Perfect base camp for Wi Dells and Baraboo Rec Areas
Most recent stay was 7/17/16 thru 7/22/16 - I'm "late" in posting my review

The layout of the campground is such that the restroom/shower buildings are easily accessible from your campsite, but not immediately adjacent. One restroom/shower building serves about 15 campsites. They have 2 each 2 shower stalls, sinks, and toilets. Push button/auto shut off showers so- you gotta keep pushing to get more water. We’ve camped here 8 seasons now [family reunion getaway occupying 7 sites] and sad this this year they removed the paper towels [only air dryers] as we used them to clean up our area around the sinks when done. Now they stay messy longer as they’re cleaned only once per day. Each stall is private with locking door and large enough to use to dry off. There is 1 hook on the inside of door but now where else [wish there were more] also there is a long bench just outside of the shower stalls which is handy but no shelves for your stuff.

Reasonably priced park considering it’s near the tourist vacation destination area.. All campsites have gravel pads but the interior roadways are paved. Sites are very roomy with lots of vegetation between sites for privacy and all among many trees for welcomed shade during hot summer months. Some sites are dry camp others are electric only no sewer hookups, but there is a dump and potable water fill station near park entrance. Also water spigots are in every loop and is no problem getting water. Lot’s to do all around and Wi Dells is only minutes away – Google Wisconsin Dells and you’ll see it truly is a vacation destination – boasts to have more waterslide parks than anywhere else in the USA.

Nice campsite but very buggy

We love staying here for many reasons. Clean campground, friendly hosts, great hiking trails and excellent access to Wisconsin Dells. There are many great sites to choose from. Good tree cover and lots of space between campsites.

Later summer the lake does get a lot of green algae on it so for swimming it isn't the best.

If your looking to stay close to WI Dells this is the best place to choose. Only about 4 minutes to all the attractions.

Most recent stay was 7/17/16 thru 7/22/16 - I'm "late" in posting my review

The layout of the campground is such that the restroom/shower buildings are easily accessible from your campsite, but not immediately adjacent. One restroom/shower building serves about 15 campsites. They have 2 each 2 shower stalls, sinks, and toilets. Push button/auto shut off showers so- you gotta keep pushing to get more water. We’ve camped here 8 seasons now [family reunion getaway occupying 7 sites] and sad this this year they removed the paper towels [only air dryers] as we used them to clean up our area around the sinks when done. Now they stay messy longer as they’re cleaned only once per day. Each stall is private with locking door and large enough to use to dry off. There is 1 hook on the inside of door but now where else [wish there were more] also there is a long bench just outside of the shower stalls which is handy but no shelves for your stuff.

Reasonably priced park considering it’s near the tourist vacation destination area.. All campsites have gravel pads but the interior roadways are paved. Sites are very roomy with lots of vegetation between sites for privacy and all among many trees for welcomed shade during hot summer months. Some sites are dry camp others are electric only no sewer hookups, but there is a dump and potable water fill station near park entrance. Also water spigots are in every loop and is no problem getting water. Lot’s to do all around and Wi Dells is only minutes away – Google Wisconsin Dells and you’ll see it truly is a vacation destination – boasts to have more waterslide parks than anywhere else in the USA.

This state park is easy to get to right off I94 by Wisconsin Dells. It’s a bit pricey for non-residents. We paid $46 which included $35 non-resident and $11 non-resident daily entrance fee. On the drive to our site, roads were tight but doable with a Class A. All sites are wooded. Sites are gravel pads and not level for big rigs but should be ok for trailers. Site included electric 30amp, picnic table and fire ring. The shower house by our site was large and clean and included 3 large free showers. We hiked on the Echo Rock trail (1 mile) which went near the lake. At night, we could hear the interstate highway traffic.

We arrived to find our site had electric, which was just installed and the map was not updated yet. The campground was well kept and had convenient water fill and dump stations. The campground site were spaced apart and had vegetation between most sites, which offered privacy.

The lake was nice to canoe on. We went to Ishnala restaurant, which is a historic supper club overlooking the lake, the food was great, but the prices were high.

Spent 4 days and 3 nights at Mirror Lake SP. Ended up in a double site (106/107) because that was all that was left with electrical hookup and we made use of the second site for family members in a tent. Nicely shaded site, pretty level - maybe a little low if it were wet. No mosquitos but did end up with a tick after a hike one day. Nice hiking trails with a good variety of terrain, nothing too strenuous - our favorites were the Ishnala and Echo Rock trails, but they all were enjoyable. Small lake suitable for paddling, swimming and fishing. Only negative was the highway noise that was noticeable when sitting outside. Very close to the Wisconsin Dells and all that it has to offer if that's of interest to you.

My family and I recently purchased a travel trailer and, unlike our inaugural excursion in a RV "resort," where we felt captive in a noisy fishbowl, we appreciated the solitude that Mirror Lake State Park offered. Nestled right outside of the Wisconsin Dells, approximately one mile from Interstate 39, the park is secluded in the Baraboo Bluffs to feel like you're in nature yet close enough to civilization for any last-minute needs or access to food, water, medical, et cetera.

The campsite area itself was in a cul-de-sac, which I appreciated. The RV spot was nice with ample room to maneuver the trailer. The electrical service (30 amp) worked great. The tent pad for the kids was large and flat and there was plenty of shade without feeling as if we were in a rain forest.

Overall, the camp was busy but not to capacity and there was no issue renting kayaks and paddle boards. The amenities at the park are what one would expect -- showers, toilets, pit toilets, boat launch, water points, duping station, and electrical hookup for the RV. The restrooms/showers were clean -- the park was clean. The park itself has hiking trails, a paved trail that allows for easy access for everyone, and the views of the lake and bluffs are great.

I will certainly be visiting Mirror Lake again!

The crown jewel of the Wisconsin state park system is arguably Devil's Lake. It's huge, with 3 different campgrounds, it has a wonderful lake and all the concessions you need. It has great trails for all levels of difficulty. But it's also hugely popular, and there's hardly a weekend when it isn't very crowded. Not very conducive to social distancing. But there's a hidden gem just a few miles away.

Mirror Lake State Park is all of that in a much more compact package and a fraction of the crowds. Plus, it is closer to Wisconsin Dells and all of the attractions therein. It has the same geological features as the Dells. Rent the watercraft of your choice (including pontoon boats) from the concession. There is a classic Wisconsin supper club (Ishnala) within walking distance from the campground. Add in a beach and a fishing pier, and everything you need is there. All of the campsites are shaded and most are fairly secluded. I think our spot, 77, was the best one in the park, with our nearest neighbor more than 30 feet away. The Cliffwood loop is closer to the interstate, so noise may be an issue there. The Sandstone Ridge loop is further away and noise was minimal.

The sanitary station has been upgraded recently and it features two fresh fill lines and two dump lines with plenty of waiting room. A minor disappointment was the firewood. It came in small, wrapped bundles for $6 each. We went to another state property later and was able to get twice as much wood for $5.

In all, it's a very relaxing park where you can do as much or as little as you want. It's on our regular rotation.

I stayed in Bluewater Bay and it is a nice place to stay even when somewhat busy—there is enough tree cover and bushes to give you some privacy regardless of how busy it is. There were lots of mosquitoes and I got eaten alive, but that’s my fault for being unprepared. Don’t be like me.

The really part of this park that makes it worth a couple nights is the lake itself. An absolutely beautiful place to kayak or SUP. Just really amazing. I SUP’d Devil’s Lake the next day and it was crowded and not nearly as beautiful a lake to SUP. I’d return here ever year for the rest of my life, if only to SUP the whole of the lake (it only takes a few hours tops).