Homelessness & Encampment Rules in Rock County, WI (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Rock County, Wisconsin.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Rock County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Encampment Sanitation
Rock County bans overnight sleeping, camping or lodging on any park, recreational trail or other county property under Sec. 5.02(25). Camping gear such as campers, tents or generators cannot be used there either without the Parks Manager's express written consent, and violators face forfeiture penalties under the chapter's enforcement section.
No Overnight Camping in Rock County Parks
Heavy RestrictionsRock County, WI Code of Ordinances Sec. 5.02(25)
No person shall use a recreational trail, park, or other County property subject to this Ordinance for overnight sleeping, camping, or lodging. Further, the use of equipment typically associated with overnight camping or lodging, including but not limited to, campers, tents, or generators is prohibited without the express written consent of the Manager.
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