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Best Tent Camping near Belgium, WI

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Tent camping options around Belgium, Wisconsin include several established sites within driving distance. The Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit offers tent-friendly sites at Greenbush Group Campground, which provides spacious areas for tent camping in a wooded setting. Waubedonia County Park in nearby Fredonia provides another option for tent campers seeking campgrounds with basic amenities and river access. Both locations offer access to natural areas within a short drive from Belgium.

Most tent campgrounds in the area include basic amenities such as drinking water, picnic tables, and pit toilets. Sites at Greenbush Group Campground are particularly spacious, with some capable of accommodating over 20 backpacking tents simultaneously. Campgrounds typically permit fires in designated rings, and most allow alcohol consumption except for Northern Unit Greenbush Group Camp. Camping surfaces consist primarily of grassy areas surrounded by trees. Most locations are drive-in accessible, though Purplehaze Acres also offers walk-in tent sites. The camping season for Northern Unit runs from April to November, with other locations varying seasonally.

Tent campers at these sites benefit from natural surroundings and access to outdoor recreation. The Greenbush area provides grassy tent sites surrounded by trees with ample hammock-hanging opportunities. Sites are visually separated but remain close enough that noise can carry between them. The Northern Unit of Kettle Moraine State Forest is readily accessible from Milwaukee, making it convenient for weekend camping trips. A visitor commented that "sites are visually separated, but not far enough away from each other to block louder noise." Water access points are available at most campgrounds, though their location and availability may vary. Little Turtle Lake and Purplehaze Acres offer more primitive tent camping experiences with fewer amenities than the larger established campgrounds.

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341 Reviews of 6 Belgium Campgrounds

  • Sara S.
    May. 27, 2019

    Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    GREAT beach!

    The campground and campsites are pretty standard.  Nice amount of space and privacy. 101 Walk in site was quite nice. Level ground, nice tree cover so it didnt feel too open. 

    Loved being close to the beach and playground area! The kids really appreciated it :) The beach was very clean and even though it was a warm, busy day we didnt feel like it was too crowded.  The earlier you arrive the better chances you have of getting a picnic table in the shade ;)  

    Enjoyed the walk around the lake, some parts are still a bit muddy, but overall it was a nice walk and the kids actually made it without too many complaints ;)  Nice variety of scenery!  Even caught a couple frogs.

    Definitely a place to visit again! 

    *checked out some of the trails near by which were really great as well!

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2022

    Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    Kettle moraine trail access here

    Mauthe lake is in the Kettle Moraine Northern Unit. It feels remote but we drove through a bunch of rural houses on the way in. The rustic roads made for good cycling. We passed quite a few pedaling up and down the hills.

    The campground itself sprawls along one side of the lake. With the loops for each group peeling off, it is easy to lose your way. The signs mark the direction well so go slow. It helps to know your site number.

    There was nobody at the entrance office. I’m not sure if it’s just today but make online reservations. It seems to be the 2022 way.

    There is a shower house but we made use of the more convenient vault toilets. Water is available in different ways - even a drinking fountain. There seems to be only one garbage collection site on the way out. This was less convenient since we have dog droppings to deal with.

    There is a nature trail that goes around the lake. By the beach and picnic area it’s paved. The rest is gravel or dirt. With recent rains we found a few puddles to walk through and mud to avoid. Our dog loved having the trail so close. Most of the trail is in the sun so bring water on hot days.

    Swimming isn’t allowed due to a blue algae bloom. This left plenty of empty space for us to sit with our dog under the trees. Folks did make good use of the fishing pier and playground. We also saw kayaks and stand up paddle boards on the lake.

  • S
    Dec. 26, 2017

    Calumet County Park

    The park is on the shores of Lake Winnebago and the sunsets are fabulous!

    The park:

    • is well kept
    • showers & bathrooms are very clean
    • has a marina
    • has hiking and cross country ski trails
    • sites are spacious
    • many sites available on the edge of the water
    • electric hookups on most sites
    • some very private sites
    • a few close restaurants
    • Camp staff is always helpful and friendly.
    • Picnic table, & fire pit at every site
    • They take reservations, sell firewood, have a camp store, allow pets on leash, allow alcohol
  • Denise N.
    Jun. 28, 2018

    Kettle Moraine State Forest Long Lake Campground

    Long Lake Fun

    We've camped at Long Lake twice - both times with kids, and thoroughly enjoyed. The sites are spacious and clean. Each site comes with a fire pit, grate and picnic table. We have camped in the 800s but hope to get back for more variety in the future.

    Long Lake has two separate beaches and we much prefer the South Shore beach. North Shore is a little less populated, but the hike/stairs down into the beach area can be annoying with kids, toys, camp chairs, and a cooler full of food and beer. South Shore has a boat launch, clean restrooms and a picnic cabana that can be reserved. Both beaches are large and ample. We spread out with a pop-up canopy and did not feel crowded in or like we were imposing on others.

    Long Lake is big, so motorcraft are allowed. It's fun to sunbathe and watch waterskiiers and tubers fly by off in the distance.

  • Renee R.
    May. 9, 2025

    Ledge County Park

    Great park, decent camping

    The park is very pretty.  Walking along the trails, you can see where it gets its name!  Lots of cool ledges and rock outcrops.  We saw a moderate amount of birds and heard a bunch of critters (owls, a fox (?!)) one night.

    We camped at non-electric site J.  It was nice and big.  We originally were to be at site G but it was way too small to fit our cars, tents, etc.

    Pros:

    - Quiet and decently spaced sites.

    - Clean vault toilets.  Did not use the shower house/other facilities.  

    - The firepits are flush with the ground and have cooking grates.

    - Easy access to trails.

    Cons:

    - I'm not a trailer camper, but if I were I would not appreciate the vibes of the electric sites.  The sites are very close together and walking through it felt like going through a festival or circus more than a campground.

    - The firewood was a bit pricey compared to other parks.

  • N
    May. 30, 2022

    Harrington Beach State Park Campground

    Pros and Cons Here

    We mostly enjoyed our trip here over Memorial Day Weekend. It’s not too far away from our home and a nice gear testing first trip.

    Pros: Spacious grassy site. This one even had an attached smaller clearing perfect for our 7 year old to use for her own space where we set up a hammock for her.

    The campsites feel very private with a thick brush between each site. It’s not a huge campground.

    Bathrooms and showers are very cleans and actually closed from 11am-noon each day for complete cleaning.

    Gorgeous magnificent trails and right on Lake Michigan. Also a beautiful quarry lake with a trail all the way around and a cute pond full of turtles!

    Very nice, completely cleaned fire pits.

    Cheap bundle yourself firewood. Cons:

    Gorgeous hikes, but short. We prefer more distance.

    Maybe because of its proximity to the lake and Milwaukee or perhaps the holiday weekend but this was a louder campground. More of a party vibe than we really look for in state parks. A particular group was extremely loud and kept us up until 4 am the first night. No park ranger on duty. It’s nice when quiet hours are observed.

    No trees really on the campground and it is built on and surrounded by wetlands that are actively in restoration. At the height of summer this place is going to be sweltering and full of bugs. The mosquitoes will be especially terrible.

    Overall we have and love this park for a day trip but probably won’t return to camp.

  • Mel C.
    Jul. 9, 2019

    Pike Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Pike Lake Unit

    Great lake and hiking

    We had a great time swimming and hiking At Pike Lake State Park. There is a nice observation tower with beautiful views of Holy Hill. The beach is large and there is a designated area for dogs, which we loved. Our campsite was large and grassy and had good privacy. The only issue we had was that our site was in a divot and had lots of low spots and therefore flooded badly, like 3 inches in our tent bad. Overall great camping, just watch for low sites in the non-electric area.

  • C
    Apr. 8, 2018

    Pike Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Pike Lake Unit

    Fall Camping at Pike Lake

    Mid to Late October is great Fall camping in Southern Wisconsin. Cool nights range from lower 30's to upper 40's. Day time temps can exceed 60.

    Pike Lake State Park is part of the northern Kettle Moraine glacial deposit. This park offers fantastic hiking for many skill levels.

    The Land:

    Overnight camping has standard primitive sites (all wooded sites) scattered around single paved campground loop. Sites at beginning of loop are on hillside with leved pads for your tent. Sites at bottom of loop (near bathrooms) are flatter. However sites at bottom are closer together, than at the top.

    Pike Lake also has 3 (relatively new) hike in sites. I believe at least 1 of the hike in sites is non-reservable. All 3 sites have trail access from a parking lot (about 3/4 mile north from standard camp ground).

    Camping:

    This campground is our go to during the school year. Practically walking distance to our house, this campground is generally nice. Wooded lots make you feel overall secluded. I tend to book sites close to the bathrooms (young kids). However sites on the top of the loop are nice too. When the kids stay home, the hike in sites are very nice.

    Biggest disadvantage is the campground proximity to the rest of the park. One of the biggest draws to the park is the lake / beach. The camping is on the opposite side of the park to the beach. Certainly not a deal breaker, but when you have little ones, you just have to plan accordingly.

  • K
    Jun. 23, 2019

    Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    North Unit

    Our campsite was up the hill and away from the lake as those sites are quite ‘busy’ and we usually look for sites with more privacy. This campground is huge and offers many different kinds of sites depending such as open sites in a pine forest, down by the lake, or tucked away in the trees and bushes. We found several decent choices on a busy fall weekend without a reservation. We enjoyed the spacious campsite that had a couple of it’s own mini-trails and plenty of opportunities to hike in and around the area. I don’t fish, but it seemed like the popular thing to do for many other visitors. The vault toilets were okay but there is a nicer bathroom down the lake.

Guide to Belgium

Tent camping near Belgium, Wisconsin offers a variety of natural settings within 30 miles of Lake Michigan's western shore. The area features glacial terrain with rolling hills, kettles, and moraines formed during the last ice age. Many campgrounds in this region sit at elevations between 800-1000 feet above sea level, creating cooler overnight temperatures than nearby urban areas, even during summer months.

What to do

Explore biking trails: Wild Goose City Park provides access to the 34-mile Wild Goose State Trail, perfect for day trips from your campsite. Wild Goose City Park features "a good place to stop and have a break. There's a playground and public bathroom, drinking fountain. Plenty of space to spread out for a picnic when you're biking through," according to Kim L.

Fishing opportunities: Little Turtle Lake offers fishing access for campers staying at one of their five primitive sites. Little Turtle Lake provides toilet facilities and firewood for purchase at their small on-site market, making it convenient for weekend anglers seeking smallmouth bass and panfish.

River recreation: Explore the Milwaukee River from Waubedonia County Park, where campsites are situated near the waterway. The park provides affordable sites with basic amenities for campers looking to paddle or fish. "The campsites are inexpensive and comfortable, though there aren't as many amenities that a larger campground would have," notes Kevin S.

What campers like

Spacious group sites: Greenbush Group Campground offers exceptionally large camping areas for group gatherings. "Large sites great for groups. Sites 2 and 9 are the largest. Those can each fit over 20 backpacking tents at the same time," reports Amber R., who also notes the "grassy sites surrounded by trees (plenty for hammocks too)."

Accessible nature getaways: Northern Unit Greenbush Group Camp provides camping opportunities within an hour's drive from Milwaukee. "We booked this for a coronavirus-safe camping trip, and it did not disappoint," writes Hilary S., noting the visual separation between sites and multiple pit toilet locations around the camping loop.

Budget-friendly options: Tent camping near Belgium offers affordable options compared to more developed campgrounds. Waubedonia County Park provides "inexpensive and comfortable" sites according to visitors, while maintaining basic amenities for weekend trips.

What you should know

Seasonal availability: The camping season varies between locations, with Northern Unit operating from April to November. Water access may be limited during certain periods, as Hilary S. experienced: "Water is usually available, but more limited during the pandemic (spigot turned off by our campsite, but available near the parking lot at the entrance - a longer walk)."

Noise considerations: At group campgrounds, proximity between sites can affect the camping experience. Sites at Northern Unit Greenbush are "visually separated, but not far enough away from each other to block louder noise - we could hear loud music from the site 4 late into the night," according to one camper.

Variable amenities: Purplehaze Acres offers both drive-in and walk-in tent sites across its 9 camping locations. Facilities include drinking water, pit toilets, and fire rings, but campers should note there's no trash service, requiring pack-in/pack-out practices.

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