Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Fort Atkinson

Remember Yogi Bear? Yeah, my kids don't either. Well, for those of us that do, that’s just about how old (and outdated) this place is – and it’s obvious from the wear and tear of this campground, that it is in desperate need of a major refurbishment. From the weathered signs and fading mini golf course to the 70’s era bathroom amenities, you’ll find peeling paint, cracked sidewalks amidst this jungle-like maze chock full of RV’s (many of which look like they’ve enjoyed the cartoon fun so much that they’re digging in for the much anticipated sequels to show up someday soon!). 

Apart from the dilapidated conditions of the place, if you’re a parent, have young kids and want some quick, easy and cheap fun for the family, then this isn’t such a bad spot to check out. True to the Yogi Bear campground theme, you’ll find a bunch of kid-friendly activities and distractions, including two really good sized heated in-ground pools, water slides, splash pools, foam parties, aforementioned mini-golf, jumping pillow, fishing, dunk tank, ceramics & craft-making, wagon rides, skate park and all of the various cartoon character meet & greets along with 3 different playgrounds. Of course, each week has a theme and there are particular over-the-top celebrations planned for the more notable holiday weekends (4th of July, Labor Day, Memorial Day, etc.). Sites come equipped with all of the typical 30 / 50 electrical amp, water and sewage lines, fire rings and you’ll find plenty of campfire pits and picnic tables. 

Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) There’s a super cool, very well-maintained covered bridge that you can access on a long hike just do east of the Yogi Bear campgrounds – so after eating all the camp-side hot dogs and beans for the evening, head for a healthy 3 mile hike to this spot. You’ll be richly rewarded for encountering some real life entertainment in case the cartoons get too much for you; (2) When you get tired of foraging for your next meal out of the depths of your on-board mini-fridge or Cordova roto-molded cooler, then head on over to Stagecoach Inn where they offer up some not so fresh, but still very delectable crab leg and lobster and some great grilled steaks; (3) Should you come towing a canoe or kayak behind you and looking to make a splash, then look no further than Lake Koshkonong, which is simply fantastic and large, where you’ll have no shortage of great deltas and peninsulas to explore; and (4) If you are looking to get on the links and looking for a good place to smash some golf balls, then head on over to Koshkonong Mounds Country Club, which is near this cartoon-infested campground. 

Happy Camping!

We had a great time camping over the summer! Plenty for the kids and adults.

Sesonal campera are welcomming and nice. Alot of things to do.

We have been going to this campground for years and have always been happy with the facilities. Unfortunately over the last few years the customer service has gone down significantly. They have increased their amenities price. The jumping stuff, while fun, is often too hot for the kids to play on and isn't always open when it is supposed to be. The kids running the dance played some very "non family friendly" music. The lady at the desk was rude and condescending during our last stay. Mostly seasonal sites now.

My husband and I plus our 3 kids stayed in a rustic cabin. The cabin was exactly how it was described and thankfully so! Since it had air-conditioning we all slept great. The grounds itself was very clean, the portable toilets were cleaned twice a day. There were many activities for all ages both for a small fee and free. Our kids used the pools quite a lot and were a bit disappointed with the skatepark. They enjoyed all the airfilled bouncy activities.

Over priced and run down. Rude staff that seem like they’re miserable being here as well as the rest of us. Mostly filled with seasonal campsites, but no one is here. Some campers look like they’re abandoned. Kids bounce house are unsanitary and unsafe. My 4 year old son fell through a hole and was trapped under the stairs. We informed the staff and they let the air out only to turn it back on when we left. They also look like they’ve never been cleaned and are covered in dirt & scum. Broken picnic tables. Lots of people working here, but I’m not sure what they do other then sit around (especially the younger staff). Maybe they should try handing out a broom and some cleaner, better yet a power washer. We travel and camp all summer long and this is by far the worse campground we’ve ever stayed at. We should have read the other reviews before we came.