Veterans Memorial Field - Portage campground
Veterans Memorial Field - Portage
The camping area offers several amenities, including modern restrooms, shower facilities, picnic tables, and fire pits. The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, and there are a total of 68 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to an abundance of wildlife, including deer, turkeys, and bald eagles. The best time of year to visit the Veterans Memorial Field Portage Camping Area is during the summer months when the temperature averages around 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
Overall, the Veterans Memorial Field Portage Camping Area is an excellent destination for those looking to camp in a picturesque location and enjoy nearby attractions. With its beautiful surroundings and modern amenities, it is an ideal place to relax and unwind while enjoying the great outdoors.
What's on-site at Veterans Memorial Field - Portage
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Veterans Memorial Field - Portage, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jamison Town Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Devil’S Lake State Park Campgrounds | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Dell Boo Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| American Resport And Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Veterans Memorial Field - Portage -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Baraboo River Near Baraboo | 566 cfs | → |
| Wisconsin River Near Wisconsin Dells | 9,160 cfs | → |
| Yahara River At Windsor | 28 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Princeton | 1,160 cfs | → |
| Yahara River At State Hwy 113 At Madison | 122 cfs | → |
| Spring Creek Near Waunakee | 7 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Veterans Memorial Field - Portage -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baraboo Wwtp | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Columbus | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beaver Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beaver Dam 1 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Madison | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Friendship | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Pine Island Wildlife Area
- Wyona County Park
- Fox River National Wildlife Refuge
- Poynette State Game Farm
- Peter Helland Wildlife Area
- Jennings Creek Wildlife Area
Boat launches
- Wisconsin River -- Hwy 33 Carry-In Access
- Silver Lake -- Access At City Park - Se Corner Of Lake Off Silver Lake Dr
- Wisconsin River -- Access At Portage Off Summit St
- Long Lake -- Access At In The Town Of Caledonia
- Lake George -- Access
- Wisconsin River -- Town Of Caledonia - Access Off Dead End Town Rd
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Veterans Memorial Field - Portage as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Veterans Memorial Field - Portage
Can I make reservations at Veterans Memorial Field - Portage?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Veterans Memorial Field - Portage?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Veterans Memorial Field - Portage.