Rustic Accessible Cabin for People with Disabilities

Copper Falls and Blue Mound state parks have accessible rustic cabin campsites. Priority is given to people least likely to use traditional camping facilities.

• The rustic accessible cabin campsite (13' x 13') is designed to be wheelchair accessible and to accommodate up to 4 people.
• Only one tent, not exceeding 8' x 8', is allowed on the rustic accessible cabin campsite.
• A maximum of six people may occupy the rustic accessible cabin and a tent at the campsite.
• Recreational vehicles (RVs) are not allowed on the rustic accessible cabin campsite.
• The rustic accessible cabin has one average sized bunk bed combination and one adult sized double bed (with thin mattress pad).
• The rustic accessible cabin has two electrical outlets and electric lighting. Space heaters are not allowed in the cabin.
• Cooking is only allowed outdoors on an accessible fire ring. There is a picnic table outside the cabin.
• Under state law, smoking is not allowed in the rustic accessible cabin.
• No pets are allowed except certified service animals. (State law prohibits pets in state buildings.)
• Accessible toilets and shower are nearby.
• A public pay telephone is at the park entrance. Firewood may be purchased at the park.

Reservation Applications are Subject to the Following Conditions:

• The rustic accessible cabin campsites are available from May 22 to October 10.
• The first day to make reservations is January 10. Applications postmarked or delivered before January 10 will not be accepted.
• There is a $4 reservation fee and a cost of $20 per night for the rustic accessible cabin campsite. A vehicle admission sticker is required.
• See the schedule of open dates. Call the Copper Falls, (715) 274-5123 or Blue Mound, (608) 437-5711, for the most more up-to-date information.
• Use the special reservation form [PDF 35KB].
• Mail or deliver your completed form to:
  
  Rustic Accessible Cabin Reservation
  Copper Falls State Park
  36764 Copper Falls Road
  Mellen WI 54546
  
  or
  
  Rustic Accessible Cabin Reservation
  Blue Mound State Park
  4350 Mounds Park Rd., Box 98
  Blue Mounds WI 53517-0098
  
• Telephone reservations for the rustic accessible cabin campsite will only be accepted June 1 to August 31, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Copper Falls State Park, (715) 274-5123,or Blue Mound State Park, (608) 437-5711.

What you need to bring: Food and drinks, cooking and eating utensils (dishes are not provided), air mattress or foam sleeping pads, sheets/blankets/pillows/sleeping bags, towels and wash cloths, and personal hygiene items. You may want to bring extension cords, lawn chairs, and a cell phone if you have one.

Check in and check out times: Check in time for the Rustic Cabin is 3 p.m. Check out time is 11 a.m. on the last day of the reservation period.

Refund Conditions: Cancellation requests may be made in person, by telephone, or by mail. Requests are made directly to the park.

Full Refund: A full refund of all payments except the $4 reservation fee will be made if the cancellation request is received at the park office at least 14 days before the cabin is to be occupied.

Partial Refund: A refund of all payments except the $4 reservation fee and one night's cabin fee will be made for cancellation requests received less than 14 days before the cabin was to be initially occupied. No refunds once the cabin has been occupied.

1. A Vehicle Admission Sticker is required on all motor vehicles using a state park and must be purchased on or before entry into the park. No more than two vehicles may be parked at the rustic accessible cabin campsite.
2. Disabled applicants must identify themselves (or one of their camping party) on the application form.
3. Only one reservation period will be confirmed per application. Each application must be accompanied by full payment of the camping fee plus the $4 reservation fee. Due to high demand, reservations will not be accepted for more than seven consecutive nights nor more than seven nights per year.

Reservation Form [PDF 35KB]

For more information, ask Wisconsin State Parks, (608) 266-2181.