Owen lures RVers with cheap riverside camping and walleye-rich waters of the East Fork Eau Claire River. Pitch your tent or park your rig at Crowley Park from $14 a night or Crowley/Owen City Park. Fish all day, then grill fresh catch under Wisconsin's starry skies.
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Owen pulses with small-town energy along US Highway 10 and County Trunk X. Anglers chase trout and walleye on the Eau Claire River's east fork, steps from downtown. Hikers tackle trails in the sprawling Clark County Forest, just minutes east. Families flock to the annual Firemen's Picnic in July, complete with parades and polka bands on Main Street. Birders spot sandhill cranes at local marshes year-round.
Crowley Park draws budget hunters and fishers with rates from $14 nightly and direct river access for casting lines at dawn. Crowley/Owen City Park suits overlanders and quick-stoppers; its dump station and drinking water keep rigs ready for the next leg. Both spots anchor your base for ATV rides on nearby county trails or berry picking in summer cranberry bogs.
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Owen shines for prime walleye fishing on the East Fork Eau Claire River and its annual Firemen's Picnic. This Clark County town of 570 draws anglers from across Wisconsin to boat launches near Crowley Park. Families enjoy parades, live music, and homemade pies during the July festival on Main Street. Quiet trails in Clark County Forest add hiking escapes.
Crowley Park and Crowley/Owen City Park top the list right in Owen. Crowley Park starts at $14 nightly with river access. Crowley/Owen City Park adds a dump station and drinking water, perfect for central Wisconsin stops near US Highway 10.
Yes, Crowley/Owen City Park has a dump station plus drinking water. This amenity serves RVers without full hookups, keeping tanks clean for Eau Claire River outings. Both parks stay open seasonally, typically May through October.