Best Glamping near Black Earth, WI

Wisconsin Riverside Resort in Spring Green stands out for its upscale glamping accommodations just 20 miles from Black Earth, offering a perfect balance of outdoor adventure and comfort. Guests can choose from canvas tent accommodations with electricity and comfortable furnishings, while enjoying access to premium amenities including a swimming pool, on-site restaurant with riverside seating, and a camp store. One guest noted, "I'm a tent camper so tucked in the back was great. It's a bit of a normal RV easy camping almost glamping with the amenities around." The resort's location directly on the Wisconsin River provides glamping guests with immediate access to water activities like tubing, canoeing, and kayaking, with free shuttle service for river excursions.

Merry Mac's Campground near Merrimac features distinctive yurt accommodations that blend rustic charm with modern comfort, providing unique glamping experiences within easy reach of Black Earth. The property boasts a brand new swimming pool plus a large pond with inflatable water attractions that create an engaging atmosphere for families seeking upscale outdoor stays. According to a camper, "We love the yurts and the giant pool/pond. The park model rentals are nice now that my grandma is getting older." Located near Devils Lake State Park, this glamping destination serves as an ideal base for exploring the region's natural attractions while returning to comfortable accommodations with clean bathhouses. The campground maintains a full calendar of weekend activities during the season, which runs from April 15 to October 15, ensuring glamping guests have entertaining options beyond the standard camping experience.

Best Glamping Sites Near Black Earth, Wisconsin (41)

    1. Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    28 Reviews
    Dodgeville, WI
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 935-2315

    "The sites on the "inside" of the loop are rather close to one another.

    21 has a nice view of the lake, and you can walk back to the fence to look over the bluff 24 is quite private and very large 26,"

    "I randomly picked this campground, after trying to book Devil's Lake with no luck. WE LOVED IT! Sites are very private, some in the woods, and some have sun/shade."

    2. Wisconsin Riverside Resort

    5 Reviews
    Spring Green, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 588-2826

    $32 - $170 / night

    "There was a picnic table, fire pit and electric hookup onsite. Port o potties and spigot nearby and a dumpster for trash."

    "The electrical and water hook ups were conveniently located, and the site was easy to get into. There were a lot of big Class A motorhomes, so the sites are plenty big."

    3. Merry Mac's Campground

    6 Reviews
    Merrimac, WI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 493-2367

    $35 / night

    "DJ dance party on the deck at night. Lake full of all kinds of floats the kids can climb and jump on. Clean pool to cool off in. Sand volleyball, ga ga ball, huge park."

    "The staff is great, the pool is brand new! They have a huge pond with inflatables. It’s located right by Devils lake. Firewood for sale, great wifi, clean bathhouses/rooms"

    4. Crystal Lake Campground

    1 Review
    Lodi, WI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 592-5607

    "The lake is perfect for paddling and the trails are amazing."

    5. Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Stoughton, WI
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 873-9695

    "We arrived after 5pm and were able to find out camp spot easily with the reservation email."

    "Only stayed in group campsite but was conveniently located with lots of room, picnic tables, fire pit. We stayed there for the Ironman race. Great fun, nice people."

    6. Smokey Hollow Campground

    6 Reviews
    Lodi, WI
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 635-4806

    "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."

    7. Sandstone Ridge Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    21 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 254-2333

    "The lake is great for kayaking. Lots of sandstone cliffs. We only did 2 hiking trails but they were well maintained. The site was good."

    "This Wisconsin State Park has a several loops of campsites, a nice, though at times weedy lake and nice trails throughout."

    8. Fox Hill RV Park & Campground

    13 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 356-5890

    $45 - $85 / night

    "Also have spots for hanging hammocks, and some sites are positioned well for groups.

    Despite the very crowded campground, the bathrooms were immaculate. Even the Men's room was super clean."

    "We had full hook up, a picnic table & fire pit, our friends camped next to us in #5. The store had supplies, and firewood they deliver it to your site."

    9. Wisconsin Dells KOA

    23 Reviews
    Wisconsin Dells, WI
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 254-4177

    "RV, tent, cabins, Lodge. Pool, playground, basketball/ volleyball courts, game room, camp store, laundry, dish washing station and air hose for tires! Full hookup sites, some with nice cement pads."

    "We stayed at KOA in Wisconsin dells, which was about a mile away from everything.  We called to RSVP. Which was a breeze."

    10. Baraboo RV Resort by Rjourney

    6 Reviews
    North Freedom, WI
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 716-3832

    "It’s also less than 20 minutes away from devils lake state park which we spent our Saturday exploring."

    "The shower house and bathrooms were very clean. The pond had lots of great inflatables for the kids to climb on, and even the adults enjoyed them. The sand was clean with plenty of lounge chairs."

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Glamping Reviews near Black Earth, WI

310 Reviews of 41 Black Earth Campgrounds


  • Kathie M.
    Aug. 7, 2021

    Wisconsin Dells KOA

    WI Dells KOA

    Very nice KOA in WI Dells. RV, tent, cabins, Lodge. Pool, playground, basketball/ volleyball courts, game room, camp store, laundry, dish washing station and air hose for tires! Full hookup sites, some with nice cement pads. They escort you to your site and help guide for back in sites! Daily trash pickup from sites. They even deliver ice and firewood to your site. Activities for kids. They even text for severe weather information.

  • Amanda K.
    Aug. 9, 2021

    Silver Springs Campsites Inc

    Family Fun & Lots of Space

    We came here with a group of four families. It was excellent to have tent, cabin and rv spots available as each family felt comfortable staying there. Very spacious campsites. Clean and well manicured. They have a fully stocked store, pool, kangaroo pad and lake with inflatable slides etc. Their playground is awesome and kept all 12 kids ages 1-12 busy for the whole day. We would stay there again. Showers are 25cents for 4mins. Pretty clean and updated bathroom facilities.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2023

    Pilgrims Campground

    Hillside Tent Camping & RV Bliss

    Conveniently located next to absolutely nothing just due northwest of Fort Atkinson, you’ll love Pilgrim’s Campground for its successful delivery of (capital letters) P&Q! What I love most about this location is how they keep all the RV campers penned in up against the slight diagonal embankment, which actually provides some pretty phenomenal views of the surrounding areas (if not your next door neighbors) as well as excellent drainage and subsequently separated from the primitive TV campsites. These latter sites are placed just due southwest of the grounds and are pitched perfectly in a tree-lined meadow, encircled by freshly cut corn fields, where you’ll find no shortage of amazing animals coming to graze throughout the day (and night) from deer, raccoons, opossums and endless tag teams of squirrels. 

    Because there isn’t so much around, be prepared to bring everything with you (save ice and wood, which is sold on-site). While the bathroom / shower facilities are just passable, what you are giving up in terms of creature comforts is more than made up for in the sheer proximity to all of nature. During the warm summer months, there’s a small in-ground pool on-site, which sits right in front of the main office. All of the standard camping surround-sound elements are here from fire rings and picnic tables to water, electrical (50 / 30 / 20 / 15 amp) and sewer hook-ups. In all, there’s about 100 sites here at Pilgrims Campground, with the lion’s share of this pet-friendly property dedicated to overnight and seasonal RV / 5th Wheelers offering both back-in and pull-through sites. 

    Insider’s Tips? Here’s a few: (1) If you don’t mind some rough hiking, there’s fantastic ‘spazierengehen’ to be had just wandering around the countryside in the bountiful corn and bean fields or head over to nearby Dorothy Carnes County Park for some decent trails to explore; (2) In the event that you don’t like being awaken too early from all of the nearby roosters, then bring some ear plugs; (3) When you grow tired of having to forage through either your on-board RV mini-fridge or bear-proof Cordova roto-molded cooler, then look no further than ‘What’s the Point’ (no, seriously, that's the name of the restaurant!) for traditional Midwestern comfort food like corned beef & cabbage, fried fish, BBQ ribs and prime rib; (4) Should you come bearing watercraft and looking for a decent spot to dip your kayak or canoe at, then check out Rose Lake State Natural Area, which BTW is quite small, but very convenient, or try out much larger Red Cedar Lake or Lake Ripley; and (5) Cell coverage and WiFi is pretty horrific in these parts, so bring a booster or plan to leave civilization behind you. 

    Happy Camping!

  • Tricia E.
    Jul. 4, 2018

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Fort Atkinson

    Wonderfully clean family campground

    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.

  • Kim L.
    May. 26, 2020

    Fox Hill RV Park & Campground

    New sites vs old sites

    This is our second stay here as RV campers. We stayed for 3 nights over the Memorial Day weekend, and it was packed with campers. There are 2 main sections of the campground: the new part that is all full hook-up RV sites and the older part which is a mix of W/E and S/W/E. The new section will be a lot better next year, but *just* finished construction and it is still a wide open area. It was dusty and hot because the grass isn't gown in yet, there's still a ton of sand, and no trees. So the new sites currently have little to no shade (see pictures). If you have a big rig and need pull through with full hook up, it may be worth it. We chose to get a smaller campsite with just W/E because there are trees and shade, and it just feels a little more like camping. Also have spots for hanging hammocks, and some sites are positioned well for groups.

    Despite the very crowded campground, the bathrooms were immaculate. Even the Men's room was super clean. They have 3 indoor showers in each gender bathroom, and a couple of outdoor shower stalls. The pool was also open, and warm enough to swim in. They also had some fun activities for the kids, but it was a challenge to maintain safe distancing with all of the interested people.

    I think this is a great campground for families that want some of the nicer amenities (pool, rental bikes, games, etc) that the nearby state parks are lacking. It's our preferred campground to use as base camp for hiking and exploring nearby. You're only a 10 min drive from the Dells, but you have the fee of an up north campground. The owners are super helpful and nice. Once the  new area fills in with grass and some shade trees, this place will be 5 stars in my book. Did I mention there are 2 dog play areas? Really well kept and a wonderful touch.

  • Kelli V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 11, 2021

    Yogi Bear TM Camp-Resort & Waterplayground

    A blast for the kids!

    We camped on site 120, a “red carpet” site which means full hooks ups, grill, fire pit, cement slab, 2 wrist bands to do the activities and 2 welcome drinks. I used to come here as a kid and the park still looks very similar still- nostalgic for sure! But they’ve definitely made some upgrades to the pool- which has a slide a separate hot tub and a separate kids area. The roads are wide enough, but very narrow. We are a 33.6 ft rig so navigating around parked cars was a challenge as people had their vehicles right to the road. TIP: the site markers come out of the ground so if you need to, remove it so you can get in. There is TONS OF STUFF for kids to do here!!! It was Halloween theme weekend so there was trick or treating, a haunted house, dance party… lots of stuff. My fav thing as an adult is the “Hey ride!” They pile people onto a trailer turned wagon and drive around the park and yell “HEEEEEYYYYYYYYY” to every person they see!!! (Don’t forget to say “Hey!” back and wave! 🙂) it’s so fun to see the kids on that thing! They also do ceramics and have a wonderful selection of food at the Pool (as well as a wonderfully stocked bar.) They do Yogi Bear Cartoons each night which is neat! The rent golf carts by 30 minutes but the park isn’t giant, you don’t really need a cart unless it’s for the hills. If you go to the boat area- take your vehicle if you don’t want a work out on the way back up.

  • Pat L.
    Jun. 11, 2022

    Sherwood Forest Camping and RV Park

    Traditional campground in need of upgrades

    Sherwood Forest Campground is a long time family run campground in an excellent location for enjoying all that the Wisconsin Dells has to offer. Our site had 50 amp electric, water and sewer connections. We were situated on the upper ridge of the campground, furthest from the office/camp store and swimming pool. Our showers were very disappointing. The shower stall had a single stackable plastic lawn chair and a curtain. No mirror, no towel bar or hook, no shelf or caddy in the shower for toiletries. To operate the shower, one must push in the valve, hope the water is a suitable temperature, and repeat after about 20 seconds, or keep pushing while performing your ablutions one handed. The swimming pool, while advertised as heated to 80 degrees, was not heated at all. There is a fairly complete camp store, a splash pad for kids, a game room and laundry available. Some seasonal sites are also available.

  • J
    Aug. 6, 2018

    Wisconsin Riverside Resort

    Camping with all the amenities

    We came here to enjoy some river tubing! Free shuttle takes you up river for a 3 hour float trip. We reserved one campsite for 2 couples. There was a picnic table, fire pit and electric hookup onsite. Port o potties and spigot nearby and a dumpster for trash. They have non electric camp sites along with RV sites and cabins with everything you could need including kitchen and tv. Seems like a lot of people stay there for the long haul as there are some trailer homes with heavy decoration.

    The general store has everything you would need available for purchase and there's a large bar/restaurant attached. We were there the same day of a wedding reception. Free mini golf and swimming pool for campers. Bugs were a bit of an issue but thats expected. The river is clean with a shallow sandy bottom which attracts many parties and fun times. Not exactly the place for a quiet getaway.

  • Rx Q.
    Jun. 19, 2022

    Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    Noisy

    This was my first and probably last time camping at Cox Hollow. Let’s start with positive: easy access to the campsite I was able to park my car right by the tent. Bathrooms and showers seemed clean enough, but I would recommend wearing some sort of footwear while you shower. Now the negatives: loud and obnoxious families with screaming bratty kids, people leave food scraps so raccoons are not scared and come right up to you sniffing for food, people have zero courtesy and slam bathroom door non stop, not to mention slamming down dumpster lids literally all day and late into the evening. Oh and did I mention screaming kids? Apparently “quiet hours” are from 11pm-8am, well the noise continued almost into midnight hours and as early as 6:30am. Thumping stereos with loud music, also can’t blame dogs for barking, but we had a howler and it kept going all the time. Forget about sleeping in or enjoying the sounds of nature. I’d like try different campsite at this park, but won’t be returning to Cox Hollow.


Guide to Black Earth

Governor Dodge State Park, located about 16 miles northwest of Black Earth, Wisconsin, offers over 5,000 acres of diverse terrain with forested hills and valleys carved by glacial activity. The park sits at elevations ranging from 800 to 1,180 feet above sea level, creating varied microclimates for camping. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-85°F, with spring and fall camping seasons experiencing cooler overnight temperatures that require extra layers.

What to do

Hiking with dogs: Governor Dodge State Park offers dog-friendly trails and a dedicated dog beach. "My boyfriend and I brought our two dogs here to camp. They had a dog beach for them to swim in which was a huge plus! Great hiking with some beautiful scenery," shares Sarah B.

Kayaking on Mirror Lake: Mirror Lake State Park provides calm waters perfect for paddling, with unique sandstone formations along the shoreline. "The lake is great for kayaking. Lots of sandstone cliffs. We only did 2 hiking trails but they were well maintained," notes Julia B.

Geocaching adventures: Lake Kegonsa State Park features multiple geocache locations throughout its trail system. "Plenty of hiking trails and geocaches to keep you occupied! You can rent kayaks and canoes!" according to Denise L., who appreciated the variety of activities available.

What campers like

Water activities: Wisconsin Riverside Resort offers river tubing with convenient transportation. "Free shuttle takes you up river for a 3 hour float trip. We reserved one campsite for 2 couples. There was a picnic table, fire pit and electric hookup onsite," reports Joe K.

Group camping options: Governor Dodge State Park provides spacious group sites separated from the main campground. "Stayed here last year with a group of friends! Had 2 different group sites and both were awesome! A lot of space and not close to other group sites so it was nice to not have to worry about surrounding people!" explains Amanda J.

Clean facilities: Lake Kegonsa State Park maintains well-kept restrooms and shower facilities. "I spent 1 night on the way to SD. My site was right next to camp hosts, and very near showers which were clean and lots of hot water. Site was clean and nice," writes Hubert M.

What you should know

Site selection matters: At Mirror Lake State Park, sites vary significantly in size and privacy. "Private sites with lots of woods. Shower and toilets are clean... staff is great. Firewood is also high quality.. $7/bundle or 3 for $20," reports Stacey N.

Wildlife awareness: Governor Dodge State Park has active wildlife, particularly after dark. "Beware of raccoons at this campground they are BOLD!" warns Jen L., who noted that proper food storage is essential for a peaceful camping experience.

Highway noise considerations: Some campsites at Mirror Lake State Park experience traffic noise. "Beautiful facility but the traffic noise was atrocious," Kelly B. mentions, suggesting campers choose sites farther from the highway for a quieter experience.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly glamping: Merry Mac's Campground near Merrimac offers specialized accommodations for families seeking upscale camping close to Black Earth, Wisconsin. "Plenty of things to do here to keep the kids engaged and busy very clean Campground the campsites are well-kept swimming Pond was clean and plenty of fun things to climb on and slide down," David H. shares.

Water play options: Fox Hill RV Park provides multiple water recreation options for different age groups. "The kids loved the blow ops in the pond. The pool was nice, but a bit colder than the pond. It's heated with a solar cover. There are well kept large outdoor games like chess, connect 4, and checkers," Joan observes.

Activity scheduling: Wisconsin Dells KOA organizes regular entertainment for younger campers. "They also provided movie night on a project underneath a pavilion. Very quiet at night! Hookups for everything," notes Jaime L., highlighting the balance between structured activities and restful camping.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: Fox Hill RV Park requires preparation for uneven sites. "Our site was very unlevel side to side. It took two 2x6 and a 1x6 under the camp side to be level. That made the first step into the coach, and last step out of the coach extremely high off the ground," Jeff G. explains.

RV size considerations: Governor Dodge State Park has limitations for larger vehicles. "Two good lakes for kayaking/canoeing/fishing/swimming. Lots of good hiking trails and they are working on a big improvement to the equestrian campground. Lots of activities in the area and close to shopping in the town of Dodgeville," notes Paul C., who cautions the park is "great for everything but big 5th wheelers and motorhomes."

Full hookup options: Smokey Hollow Campground provides complete services for RVs seeking luxury glamping options near Black Earth. "This is a nice out of the way place with a bunch of activities, but is just a hair below some of the other area campgrounds," Brian H. reports, mentioning the campground's numerous amenities for RV campers seeking comfort.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Black Earth, WI is Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 28 reviews.

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