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Camping near Arlington, Wisconsin is situated in a region rich with state parks, private campgrounds, and recreational areas, with notable options including Devils Lake State Park and Token Creek County Park. The area encompasses a mix of developed campgrounds with full amenities and more rustic sites for those seeking a traditional camping experience. Most campgrounds in the region accommodate both tent and RV camping, with several offering cabin rentals and glamping options. Located approximately 30 miles north of Madison, Arlington provides convenient access to both urban amenities and natural landscapes, including lakes and woodland areas typical of south-central Wisconsin.
Most campgrounds in the Arlington area operate seasonally from April through October, with a few year-round options like Smokey Hollow Campground and Sky High Camping Resort. Summer brings warm temperatures ideal for water activities, while spring and fall offer more moderate conditions with fewer crowds. Mosquitoes can be prevalent during summer months, particularly near water features. Reservations are strongly recommended for weekend stays between Memorial Day and Labor Day, as campgrounds in popular areas like Devils Lake State Park often reach capacity. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, with stronger signals near major highways and towns.
The camping experience varies significantly between state parks and private campgrounds. State park campgrounds like those at Devils Lake feature more natural settings with hiking trails, beaches, and water recreation opportunities. According to reviews, Devils Lake State Park is "full of hiking trails, canoeing and kayaking on the lake, and large open spaces." Private campgrounds often provide more amenities such as swimming pools, organized activities, and full hookup sites. Road noise can be an issue at some locations, particularly those near highways. Many campgrounds are pet-friendly, though specific rules vary by location. Firewood is available for purchase at most campgrounds, with state parks typically requiring wood to be purchased on-site or from certified local vendors to prevent the spread of invasive species.
"There is something for everyone at Devils Lake State Park."
"The new warden situation is interesting. Things have gotten a lot more strict in some areas (ex."
from $28 - $53 / night
Check Availability"Much to do at Devil's Lake and surrounding area. features multiple campgrounds and multiple areas for swimming. A beach at the North and South of the lake."
"It is up and away from the rest of the park a bit and typically almost every site has full shade. This is important in the summer months."
from $28 - $53 / night
Check Availability"Views like these are hard to beat in Wisconsin, or anywhere really. The cliffs on the side of the lake are phenomenal."
"Aside from some of the windy paths, this place is really nice and peaceful to stay. You can go to Devils Lake and kayak or canoe and swim. Overall a beautiful place in Wisconsin!"
from $28 - $53 / night
Check Availability"Behind the office was a large pond with a sand beach, lots of blow up pool toys, a bar, and volleyball, plus there are trikes and bikes available after you play mini-golf."
"For anyone planning a visit, I recommend checking out the driving directions—they’re super helpful to avoid any hiccups on your way there. Happy camping!"
"Small campground, but you play disc golf and lovely trails! So close to get away from the city."
"Near the highway and airport makes for quick access but it can get noisy. It can also get very quiet and peaceful. Lots of hiking trails and a boardwalk."
"Duck Creek, for my money, is the best place in SE Wisconsin. Staff is friendly, sites are big, food is awesome, and when it’s time for quiet, it’s quiet."
"we are actually having a blast at this Campground campsites are located right next to the playground so we can watch the kids from the campsite"
from $45 - $110 / night
Check Availability"Like other reviewers have stated, be prepared to be close to others. We didn’t mind at all and found everyone to be super nice."
"Nice little campground right on Lake Mendota. 29 sites available with electric, but bring an extension cords!! Some sites electric is close by, others not so much!"
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Check Availability"I have been camping at Indian Trails for almost 30 years, since I was a lil tike!"
"Camp surrounds a lake which you can find activities galore on one side of the camp and peace and quiet on the other side with plenty of campsites near the water."
"They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster.
You are allowed to ride personal golf carts.""While the location is great for fast travels into Madison, or getting to great hiking areas."
from $43 - $999 / night
Check Availability"A huge water fight between the whole campground and they even drive a fire truck through."
"We go as a group usually around the 4th of July every year. Their activities are great, the poker run, and candy bingo are great!"
TravelerVery nice grounds with gorgeous tree covered sites, electric hookup on most of them. They have toilet facilities on each end of the grounds. They have shower facilities with potable water fill station next to the showers and water fountains in several locations. For those with kids they have a very nice playground area.
TravelerStayed one night. Very nice campground on the edge of Lake Mendota. Playground for kids, tables near the lake. Nice weather, too, made for a great stay.
TravelerWonderful family spirt. Great clean showers and bathroom. Pool. Large campstore with lots of amenities.
TravelerWhen we visited mid-week in August for one night, we had the whole campground area to ourselves. The place is basically split in 2 sections - more permanent RVs and some cabins on one side of a dirt road and the campground on the other. The permanent side is pretty filled. There is a bar where you check in, a boat launch and I believe they have water sports equipment to rent but we didn’t use any of that.
On the campground side, there is one portapotty which seemed brand new - and the showers/bathroom facility is near the cabins, a pretty far walk from our site. Some of the first sites aren’t very level, we ended up switching sites to a more level site - sites before 106 don’t seem very level. There are a few paved pads for larger rigs and a lot of sites have electric and water. Clean campground, though I felt a bit expensive for the sites ($50/night).
GuideThis is a small campground. Sites are a little overgrown and not very level. No hook ups. No dump station, but quiet and a good overnight stop
GuideWe camped on Site 9, which is at the front of the park near the entrance. The site was mostly level, with electric only hookups. If I had been here before I would have chosen a site tucked back farther to avoid some of the highway noise, but overall it was a good experience. We hiked a mile or two through the park, the bathhouse we used while on a walk was well supplied and clean with bathroom and shower combined, all unisex. We would stay here again if in the area.
ScoutIt's really nice here. We happen to be the only campers in our section. So no neighbors yeah!
GuideThe RV campsite for out of state guests was listed for $58. However when entering the park we were charged an additional $16.
Potable water is at the front of the campground. Ice is not sold on site.
ScoutAny property that charges $3.00 per pet PER NIGHT should be put out of business. I can understand (maybe) a one-time charge or fines if you're caught not cleaning up after your pet. But a nightly pet fee for each pet?? Never!!
Camping sites near Arlington, Wisconsin offer a mix of county and private campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. The area sits on glacial terrain with elevations ranging from 850-1,100 feet, creating varied landscapes with rolling hills, kettle lakes, and marshland. Summer nights typically cool to the mid-60s even when daytime temperatures reach the 80s, making for comfortable tent camping conditions.
Hiking trails: Devil's Lake State Park provides extensive hiking opportunities with varying difficulty levels. At Quartzite Campground, "Beautiful bluffs surround Devils Lake that allow campers to hike up and see great views of the lake," according to Mark J. The Ice Age Trail also runs through Ice Age Campground, where visitors can access multiple trail connections. Art S. notes, "We headed out early on Monday and did an 8 mile loop right from our campsite. We saw beautiful overlooks and only encountered 1 person on the trail."
Water recreation: Multiple campgrounds feature swimming areas with different experiences. At Indian Trails Campground, campers enjoy "the swimming lake with an inflatable playground, a pond to fish, kayak/canoe/paddle boat on," according to Megan S. The campground also offers river float trips where "They will drop you off and pick you up" for kayaking or canoeing down the Fox River, as Mikala D. mentions.
Fishing opportunities: Several area campgrounds have stocked ponds or lake access. David H. found that Pride of America Camping Resort offers "plenty of campsites near the water" with fishing opportunities throughout their lake. At Duck Creek Campground, one visitor reported they "Caught some fish on the creek," noting the accessible fishing areas for campers of various skill levels.
Clean facilities: Token Creek County Park receives consistent praise for maintenance. Tish R. notes, "The grounds are super clean and not worn down. It is small so therefore, quiet and not inundated with kids. The showers provided plenty of hot water." Similarly, at Northern Lights Campground, visitors appreciate "stunning lake surrounded by bluffs and beaches. This campground is located on the Ice Age Trail," as Rebecca B. describes.
Weekend activities: Many private campgrounds organize themed weekends throughout the camping season. At Duck Creek Campground, "They have weekend themed activities for kids and adults, a clean swimming pond with inflatables, volleyball & basketball courts and play structures for the kids," according to Heather B. Mikala D. highlights Pride of America's "countless event weekends. Halloween, chocolate craziness, wet n wild, pirates weekend, poker run!"
Extra amenities: The private campgrounds near Arlington compete with additional amenities. Sky High Camping Resort offers "Frisbee golf, mini golf, a 'mining' site, go carts, game room, showers, laundry," as Annie C. discovered on her tour. At Smokey Hollow Campground, Sarah S. notes it's "less than an hour from Madison! Awesome place to bring the kids for a day, or the whole week! Man-made pond with inflatable structures, a jumpy blob for the kids to jump on & lots of other activities!"
Reservation timing: For popular state park campgrounds, booking far in advance is essential. At Devil's Lake, Nicole T. advises, "You need to book the 11 months in advance, especially for holiday weekends." County parks like Token Creek have somewhat better availability, with Brad noting "Many available sites even on memorial weekend."
Noise levels: Campground ambiance varies dramatically between locations. While Token Creek is described as "quiet and peaceful" by Scott P., Northern Lights Campground can be noisy due to popularity. Julie L. explains, "It makes me sad to see it so crowded and such careless people damaging things and leaving their trash, not following rules." Similarly, Sarah D. found that at Ice Age Campground, "there is very little privacy between sites, it is always packed, and there is lots of noise."
Road and transportation access: Several campgrounds have specific considerations for access. Kendall H. notes about Token Creek, "It is near I90/39/94 & HW51, and they are heard in the distance." For Lantern DeForest, Brad comments it's "Easy to get to from I-90 but also a bit too close so there is road noise. The price may be a little high at $66.00 per night but the sites are all drive through and can handle large rigs."
Pool options: Many private campgrounds have swimming options for different weather conditions. At Lantern DeForest, Julia H. notes, "They do have a Swimming pool" along with other family-friendly amenities like a "Playground" and "volleyball court." Indian Trails Campground goes further with "outdoor & indoor pools" allowing swimming regardless of weather conditions.
Playground proximity: When selecting sites, consider proximity to playgrounds. Sarah C. appreciates that at Duck Creek Campground, "campsites are located right next to the playground so we can watch the kids from the campsite." This setup allows parents to supervise children while still enjoying their own campsite activities.
Specialized activities: Many campgrounds offer unique entertainment for children. Megan S. describes Indian Trails Campground as having "several hiking trails and playgrounds all over the campground" with "themed" weekends that "often include activities for kids and adults." At Pride of America, they offer specific kids' programming like "candy bingo" that Nikki G. calls "great!"
Site selection: Many campgrounds offer drastically different site types. At Smokey Hollow, Nancy S. suggests, "This would be a great place for families with kids. So much for the kids to do." For Northern Lights Campground, Siobhan R. advises, "If you want privacy, some spots are better than others. There are a lot of wide open sites with no trees or vegetation, so it's like staying on someone's yard with a bunch of strangers."
Leveling challenges: Several campgrounds have uneven terrain. Benjamin V. found at Northern Lights Campground that "Our sight was very unlevel as well as extremely muddy." Similarly, Danielle A. notes about Token Creek, "There are picnic areas with covered shelters, a field for playing ball games, showers, a few bathrooms with electric outlets, and just a few miles of hiking trails through meadow, marsh, and forest."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Arlington, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, Arlington, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 160 campgrounds and RV parks near Arlington, WI and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Arlington, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Arlington, WI is Quartzite Campground — Devils Lake State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 47 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Arlington, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Arlington, WI.
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