Fountain City clings to Wisconsin bluffs above the Mississippi River, luring RVers with bald eagle flights over Pool 8 and prime fishing holes. Four RV parks deliver easy river access, from state park bargains to family-friendly havens. Park your rig here to launch canoes at Merrick State Park or chase eagles at dawn.
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Fountain City overlooks Pool 8 on the Mississippi River, where bald eagles nest in record numbers each winter. Merrick State Park spreads across islands and backwaters, perfect for hiking bluff trails or paddling quiet sloughs. The town buzzes with summer river festivals and fall color tours along Highway 35. Lock and Dam No. 5A anchors the action, drawing boaters and birders year-round.
Merrick State Park suits solitude seekers with sites from $37 nightly amid hardwood forests and river views. South Campground at Merrick welcomes pets, offers showers and dump stations for $15 a night, ideal for budget hikers. Sleepy Hollow Campground fits families or groups with WiFi, showers, and pet areas at $22 to $36. Pool 8 Wildcat Park targets boaters with WiFi, dump station, and group sites right on the water.
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Fountain City draws crowds for bald eagles nesting around Pool 8 on the Mississippi River. Bluffs tower over Lock and Dam No. 5A, prime spots for winter eagle watches and boat tours. Summer brings river festivals and Merrick State Park hikes, blending birding with small-town charm in Buffalo County.
Four RV parks cluster near Fountain City: Merrick State Park, South Campground at Merrick State Park, Sleepy Hollow Campground, and Pool 8 Wildcat Park. Merrick sites hug the river with dump stations; Sleepy Hollow adds WiFi and showers. All sit within 10 miles along Highway 35 for quick access.
Yes, South Campground at Merrick State Park and Sleepy Hollow Campground both welcome pets. South offers showers and dump station for $15 nightly; Sleepy Hollow provides WiFi and group sites at $22 to $36. Keep leashes handy on trails amid eagle territory.