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Campgrounds near Belleville, Wisconsin provide access to a mix of state parks and private camping areas throughout the region. The area includes several established camping facilities like New Glarus State Park Campground and Blue Mound State Park Campground, offering tent sites, RV hookups, and some cabin accommodations. Most developed campgrounds within 15-20 miles of Belleville feature both drive-in sites and walk-in sites for those seeking more secluded camping experiences. Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground, located west of Belleville, offers lakeside camping opportunities with a range of amenities including electric hookups, drinking water, and dedicated tent pads.
Seasonal considerations vary significantly across the region's campgrounds, with most state park facilities operating between April and November. "There were bands playing on weekends. Easy access to on and off the river for tubing," noted one visitor about Sweet Minnihaha Campground, highlighting recreational options available in warmer months. Road access to most developed campgrounds remains good year-round, though some facilities like Brigham Park operate only from May 15 to October 1. Private campgrounds typically offer longer operating seasons than state facilities, with several accepting reservations between mid-April and late October. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays when sites fill quickly. Wisconsin state parks require vehicle admission stickers in addition to camping fees.
Campers report varying experiences with noise levels at campgrounds in the area. According to one visitor at New Glarus State Park Campground, "These sites are right next to the highway and are subject to continuous, round-the-clock highway noise." This contrasts with more secluded options available at Blue Mound State Park, which received higher ratings for privacy and quiet camping experiences. Wildlife encounters are common throughout the region's campgrounds, with visitors noting opportunities to observe local fauna. Several campgrounds feature water recreation access, with Sweet Minnihaha Campground providing direct river access for tubing and canoeing. Sites with electric hookups are available at most developed campgrounds in the area, though amenities vary from basic vault toilets at more rustic locations to full shower facilities at larger campgrounds. The region's mix of public and private campgrounds accommodates various camping styles from primitive tent camping to full-service RV sites.
"New Glarus Woods is a small State Park tucked away in the Southern Wisconsin countryside. Drive-in sites come with nice amenities."
"The park itself isn't that interesting, but it is worth noting that it is located across the road from New Glarus Brewery. The brewery is an easy walk or bike ride from the walk-in campsites."
from $18 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Overall, the park has well-maintained hiking and MTB biking trails, extraordinarily clean and well-kept vault toilets, and ample access to drinking water."
"This is another Wisconsin gym sitting in Southern West Wisconsin."
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability"With the rain and the proliferation of mosquitoes, we were wandering around southern Wisconsin without a plan when we stumbled across this county park. 50 sites, many with electric and very reasonably"
"No water on sites but spigots located throughout the park. Dump station right at the entrance but there's plenty of room to maneuver around there. Could get congested if busy."
from $18 - $28 / night
Check Availability"Just a quick 2 hour drive from our home in Chicago, with large wooded sites for privacy. Clean bathrooms."
"We didn’t have much time to explore the campground but we did have a nice walk around the outer loop of sites. This is near the main highway and a nice place to camp."
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability"It has a large lake with three boat launches, a main one with a motor ramp, a canoe launch near the marshy end, and a fishing pier."
"The hiking is amazing , particularly the Oakgrove trail, plenty to see with beautiful views. There is boating, canoeing, etc."
from $18 - $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!"
from $28 / night
Check Availability"Being right in front of the jumping pillow people didn’t walk around. They would cut thru our site."
"We made this trip mid-May during the Covid social distancing. The camp ground was on point with their preparedness. Check in was simply pull into your site or a brief stop at registration."
"It's up on a hill, so there's good views of the driftless area of Wisconsin. Plenty of open walk up camp sites, but it might be more full in the summer."
"The dense tree cover and near-constant slight breeze help to both keep this campground cool and the mosquitos at bay.
- Well-kept vault toilets.
- Close to a many points of interest."
"Such a lovely camp ...the sites are fairly close together but you can pick the site you want so you don’t have to be directly next to another tent ...on our visit we saw lots of wildlife from chickens"
"Easy access to on and off the river for tubing. Id say its more of an adult atmostphere."
from $8 - $35 / night
Check Availability"We booked in VIP 1, which is right next to the bath house. We wanted to be close to the showers (coin op). We figured since we’re at a sporting event that might be nice. Very quiet at night."
"This is a small campground near Madison. Reasonable rates. Large VIP drive through sites. Small swimming area. Catch and release pond. Small office and bar. Clean bathrooms and showers."
from $40 - $60 / night
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ScoutThis campground charges both a site reservation fee ($33 for a primitive mosquito infested tent site) AND an additional day use fee on top of that - a $16 fee on top of that! $49????? For a no hook up single tent site???? Of course the fees aren’t actually published anywhere so you have to reserve it to actually know what you’ll be paying. It’s nothing special so these fees aren’t actually warranted for this place. 👎
TravelerSmaller campground with decent sized campsites with picnic table and fire ring pit. Although my site and quite a bit of unleveled ground which made for limit options to pitch a tent. Pretty good cell service with T- mobile.
TravelerWe got a campsite with a concrete pad. Electricity 30 amp site. There is a dump station close to the registration office. Boat ramp available for campers. One cabin for rental overlooking the Pierce Lake $50/night for Illinois resident. Beautiful setting. Wild turkeys roaming through our campground.
TravelerCampground is nice spacious and we’re well divided. The drive from the entrance of Governor Dodge to cox hollow was a good 2-3 miles but was very scenic.
ScoutCampground is small with only 18 car camping sites. Vault toilets, no showers. No electricity or dump station. Group camping sites and walk-in or bike-sites also available. I don't mind vault toilets but they were very low to the ground without any grab bar. I found it odd that this campground has many sites for cyclists using the sugar river bike trail and there isn't any showers. Being close to town is nice. There is a paved path that takes you right into New Glarus and past the New Glarus Brewery. After a day of cycling or hiking, one really needs a shower before heading into town!!
TravelerThe beauty of this campground was to Madison venues. We stayed here twice recently and took Uber rides too and from Camp Randall. It’s a very clean and friendly campground ground. Very nice pavilion for events. I loved the walking path and benches along the lake.
GuideGreat place to stay had everything and price right.
ScoutThe park is beautiful. The water is beautiful. They say it's a gated community, but it's open to the public 9 to 5 daily. At twenty five dollars per person. And then on friday and saturday night, the locals that park here for the summer start their party central including karaoke at the camper next door, and several others. I've never had a camcround with that loud of parties. And it's a weekend event. I like hearing and seeing people having fun but when the manager extends the curfew for the parties she's at (they kind of party hop), it starts to affect the enjoyment of the park. If we had to stay, we'd stay in the S## sites in the back, where you don't hear so much of the partying. And then during the day, the rules began. Kind of like the soup nazi.
ScoutLOTS of acorns and walnuts dropping on the camper all day and night
Campgrounds near Belleville, Wisconsin sit in the unglaciated Driftless Area, characterized by rolling hills, ridges, and valleys with elevations ranging from 900-1,200 feet. This region experiences distinct seasons, with camping typically available from April through October when temperatures range from 45-80°F. Many campgrounds in the area feature terrain with limestone formations that influence soil drainage and water quality.
Hiking through oak woodlands: Blue Mound State Park Campground offers multiple trails through diverse ecosystems. "There are a lot of trails for hiking and mountain biking. A swimming pool and picnic area," notes a camper. The park's lookout towers provide panoramic views above the tree canopy.
Biking on connected trail systems: Mendota County Park connects to Madison's extensive bike path network. "There are many paths, one is a paved path leading into town which could be biked. The area around the camp is lovely and peaceful," according to a visitor. The Capital City Trail allows cyclists to reach downtown Madison in about 40 minutes.
River recreation: Sweet Minnihaha Campground provides tubing and kayaking access on the Sugar River. "I originally went to this campground a couple years ago for a music festival, but I discovered how much fun it was," shares one camper. The campground offers tube and kayak rentals with shuttle service during summer months.
Secluded walk-in sites: The walk-in campsites at New Glarus State Park Campground provide more privacy than drive-up areas. "Although the park is tiny and you can't really escape the sound of the road, the walk-in sites are spaced out well and heavily wooded. Perfect for a quick escape from city life," according to one review.
Spacious, well-maintained sites: William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground receives consistent praise for site conditions. "Wonderful grounds and right on a really nice walking/bike trail. Clean restrooms and grounds," reports one visitor. Sites can accommodate large RVs with room for slideouts.
Proximity to small towns: Brigham Park offers easy access to local communities. "The sunsets are amazing," notes one camper. Sites 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, and 20 back up to woods for more seclusion while still being a short drive from nearby attractions.
Seasonal operating limitations: Most campgrounds near Belleville have limited operating seasons. Brigham Park operates "May 15 to Oct 1," according to its information page. Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground runs from "April to November" with varying services throughout the season.
Variable shower facilities: Bathroom and shower quality varies widely across campgrounds. At Badgerland Campground, "The shower rooms were small too," reports one visitor, while another notes showers are coin-operated: "A quarter gets you three minutes."
Reservation requirements: County parks like Mendota often have different booking systems than state parks. "Permits and reservations are purchased at ReserveDane.com" for some county facilities, while Wisconsin state parks use a separate reservation system with different booking windows.
Look for dedicated activity areas: Crazy Horse Campground offers numerous family-focused amenities. "This campground is great for family and friends. The campground itself has wooded sites... There are a lot of trails for hiking and mountain biking. A swimming pool and picnic area," shares a visitor.
Check for playground access: Several campgrounds feature child-friendly facilities. "This is a great place to camp with little kids. The raccoons are a bit gutsier than most, though," warns one camper about Blue Mound State Park, which also features a splash pad described as "absolutely incredible."
Consider noise factors: Some campgrounds experience traffic or train noise. "These sites are right next to the highway and are subject to continuous, round the clock highway noise," notes a camper about certain sites. Research specific site locations when booking to avoid disruptive noise sources.
Site leveling challenges: Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground presents some site-specific considerations. "Some sites are strangely graded and situated. One site near ours had the fire pit at the very edge, making sitting around it virtually impossible," reports one RVer. Research specific site dimensions before booking.
Extension cord requirements: Some electrical hookups are positioned inconveniently. At Mendota County Park, "The power box is located at the very end of the camper pad, but extension cords are available from the camp host." Bring your own heavy-duty extension cord as a backup.
Low clearance warnings: Watch for height restrictions on access roads. One camper cautions about Lake Kegonsa: "There is an oak tree near entry with low branches and it took the AC off our friend's fifth wheel. There is also a low hanging overpass and it took the roofs off TWO fifth wheels while we were staying there."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Belleville, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, Belleville, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 118 campgrounds and RV parks near Belleville, WI and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Belleville, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Belleville, WI is New Glarus State Park Campground with a 3.8-star rating from 22 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Belleville, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Belleville, WI.
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