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Sprawling over 19,343 acres, Governor Knowles State Forest is located in Northwest Polk and Southwest Burnett Counties in Northwestern Wisconsin. The state forest sits close to Wisconsin and Minnesota border making it a popular outdoor destination with locals from both states. The forest is located about 20 miles away from the town of Siren, WI, approximately 13 miles from Pine City. The beautiful St. Croix River flows along the edge of the forest.
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Getting Outdoors
Should you would love to spend your day outdoors wandering through Governor Knowles State Forest on foot, there are about 40 miles of hiking trails available. This is a great way of spotting the many varieties of wildlife that calls this place home. They include bears, deer, raccoons, bald eagles, and squirrels. For equestrian enthusiasts, there are many trails scattered throughout the southern region of the forest.
Camping at Governor Knowles State Forest
When you are visiting Governor Knowles State Forest with your travel trailer rental, there are two RV-friendly parks within the forest. On the southern edge of the forest, campers will find Trade River Equestrian Campground. The campground has 40 RV sites, with only 15 sites offering electric hookups. Amenities offered include fire rings, horse tie posts, communal water spigots, and vault toilets. While this campground accepts equestrian campers throughout the year, it only opens seasonally for other campers. Sites can accommodate RV rentals of up to 80 feet.
Exploring the Area
This region of Wisconsin offers nice theme parks, wineries, museums, golf courses, and other amazing attractions. One of the best places to visit with your motorhome rental is the nearby Glacial Lake Grantsburg Wildlife Complex sprawling over 50,000 acres. This area features four state-owned wildlife areas. They include Amsterdam Sloughs, Crex Meadows, Danbury, and Fish Lake. This landscape is covered with forests and wetlands. Regardless of the wildlife area, you decide to visit, you are assured of having close encounters with many animals. Should you enjoy birding, pack your birding guide in camper rental before heading to this Wisconsin gem. Most common birds include Canadian geese, herons, cranes, and ospreys. Beavers, deer, and coyotes are some of the animals spotted here.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Sandrock Cliffs, WIGrantsburg, WI
- Snake River: Pine City to St. Croix River, MNPine City, MN
- Kettle River Highbanks Trail, MNHinckley, MN
- Minnesota-Wisconsin Boundary State Trail, MNHinckley, MN
- River Trail Loop, MNWild River State Park, MN
- St. Croix River from highway 77, WIWebster, WI
- Gandy Dancer Trail, WIWebster, WI
- Moraloppet Trail, MNMora, MN
- Rum River Trail, MNCambridge, MN
- Saint Croix River: Taylors Falls to Stillwater, MNInterstate State Park, MN
- CampgroundsLocation
- Snake River Campground, MNPine County, MN
- St Croix Campground, MNPine County, MN
- Grand Casino Hinckley Campground, MNPine County, MN
- Eagles Landing Campground, WIBurnett County, WI
- Banning Campground, MNPine County, MN
- Interstate Campground, WIPolk County, WI
- Wild River Campground, MNChisago County, MN
- Wildwood Campground, MNChisago County, MN
- Interstate Campground, MNChisago County, MN
- Banning RV Park and Campground, MNPine County, MN
- RV dealerships in Wisconsin
Recent RV rental reviews in Governor Knowles State Forest
Sam B.
September, 2025
The rental went flawlessly with Jens. The camper was clean, everything went as planned with no issues, and was very pleased with the service they provided.
Tyler K.
September, 2025
Pickup and drop off were a breeze. Whenever I had questions Adam was always quick to respond. Great camper for my family. Will consider again for any future camping trips
Patrick S.
September, 2025
It was in excellent condition! Michelle was a fantastic communicator and was full of good advice for us newbie campers!
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