Best Glamping near Blue Mounds, WI

Wisconsin Riverside Resort in Spring Green features several glamping accommodations including yurts and luxury canvas tents with full electricity and comfortable bedding. Just 18 miles from Blue Mounds, this year-round destination offers private glamping sites with amenities rarely found at standard campgrounds. One guest noted, "The campsites are big and fairly private with playgrounds and nice clean bathrooms with showers." Merry Mac's Campground in Merrimac similarly provides yurt accommodations with climate control systems and furnished interiors. Both locations boast fire rings, picnic tables, and proximity to water features, while maintaining a balance between wilderness and comfort. The glamping units feature raised platforms, proper beds with linens, and some include private bathrooms or kitchenettes for an elevated outdoor experience.

Cox Hollow at Governor Dodge State Park combines natural beauty with premium glamping experiences. Located within the 5,000-acre park, glamping sites provide direct access to hiking trails with waterfalls, caves, and lake activities. A visitor highlighted, "We love to go kayaking here, the lakes are lovely. There are also lots of trails to explore." Glamping guests can enjoy paddleboarding and fishing on the two lakes, wildlife viewing opportunities, and stargazing from private decks. The park maintains seasonal boat rentals from April through October, with beach access for swimming during summer months. Located just 5 miles from Blue Mounds, these glamping accommodations serve as an ideal base for exploring southwestern Wisconsin's rolling hills and natural features while enjoying modern comforts.

Best Glamping Sites Near Blue Mounds, Wisconsin (37)

    1. Cox Hollow Campground — Governor Dodge State Park

    28 Reviews
    Dodgeville, WI
    15 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
    16 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. Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Stoughton, WI
    30 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."

    4. Merry Mac's Campground

    6 Reviews
    Merrimac, WI
    27 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"

    5. Crystal Lake Campground

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

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

    6. Blackhawk Memorial Park

    4 Reviews
    Blanchardville, WI
    25 miles
    Website

    "Pit toilets/shelter/playground near the entrance.

    Two boat launches.

    Variable availability for firewood; the Cenex on the west end of Argyle reliably sells it if there isn't any at the park."

    7. Sandstone Ridge Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    21 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    38 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. Crazy Horse Campground

    15 Reviews
    Evansville, WI
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 897-2207

    "Friendly staff and a nicely stocked store. Has a pool, petting zoo, kayaks, rocky beach, dog park, and a land pillow!"

    "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."

    9. Fox Hill RV Park & Campground

    13 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    36 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."

    10. Smokey Hollow Campground

    6 Reviews
    Lodi, WI
    30 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."

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Glamping Reviews near Blue Mounds, WI

297 Reviews of 37 Blue Mounds 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 Blue Mounds

Governor Dodge State Park offers some of the most accessible glamping near Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, with sites situated at elevations ranging from 900-1,200 feet above sea level in the unglaciated Driftless Area. Located just 18 miles from Blue Mounds, this 5,000-acre park features two lakes, over 40 miles of trails, and seasonal temperature variations that make spring and fall particularly ideal for glamping. Tent and RV camping options can be found across multiple campgrounds within a 30-minute drive radius of Blue Mounds.

What to do

Kayaking at Governor Dodge State Park: Explore the two lakes at this park about 18 miles from Blue Mounds. "We love coming here. It's very convenient to get to and it has some great campsites. I recommend going in the Fall to see some great Fall colors!" writes Elise M. The park offers kayak and canoe rentals during summer months.

Hiking to waterfalls: The Lost Canyon and Stephens Falls trails at Mirror Lake State Park provide moderate terrain hiking options. "Some members of our group took the trail to the amphitheater, but said while it was a pretty walk there wasn't anything too special along the way," notes Siobhan R. about Governor Dodge State Park's additional trail options. Most trails range from 1-3 miles in length.

Swimming in natural settings: Many campgrounds offer swimming options beyond standard pools. At Wisconsin Riverside Resort, "There is a decent sized pool that is clean and well-maintained with a smaller kiddie pool with a slide. There is also a man-made lake with a beach for swimming and bigger kids to enjoy the large inflatable slides and swim platforms," explains Kim L.

River tubing and floating: Several campgrounds offer river access for water activities. At Crazy Horse Campground, "They provide at no charge kayaks and a shuttle to a drop-off point which you can kayak back down to the campground which takes about an hour and a half," shares David H. These river adventures typically operate from May through September.

What campers like

Spacious sites with privacy: Many campers appreciate the well-designed campsites throughout the area. At Lake Kegonsa State Park, "large private sites with good space between them in a lovely wooded setting" make for a comfortable glamping experience, according to Kathy L. Most sites include standard fire rings and picnic tables.

Easy river access: Proximity to the Wisconsin River ranks high on camper preferences. "The campground is right on the river, and provides rentals for canoes, kayaks, and tubes. They will shuttle you as far up the river as you'd like to go, and you float or paddle back while enjoying all the sand bars along the way," explains Kim L. about Wisconsin Riverside Resort, a popular glamping destination near Blue Mounds.

Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers matter to campers. At Fox Hill RV Park, "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," notes Kim L. Most parks charge $1-2 per shower.

Dog-friendly amenities: Pet owners appreciate dedicated spaces for their dogs. "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. about her Governor Dodge State Park experience.

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns affect the glamping experience in this region. "The tent spots are further away from the action, but have easy access to another bathroom and shower. They're also close to the river, and back up to a large corn field," notes Kim L. about Wisconsin Riverside Resort. Most campgrounds operate from April through October.

Site selection matters: Not all sites offer the same features or privacy levels. "We stayed at site #4 it was nice sized and quiet. We had full hook up, a picnic table & fire pit, our friends camped next to us in #5," reports B M. at Fox Hill RV Park. Reserve in advance for prime sites, especially on summer weekends.

Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for local wildlife interactions. "Beware of raccoons at this campground they are BOLD!" warns Jen L. about Governor Dodge State Park. Similarly, at Mirror Lake State Park, "The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice. Smart enough to figure out the clip mechanism," cautions Julia B.

Noise levels vary: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby highways or other sources. "The highway noise is loud and some military jets kept flying overhead," notes Julia B. about Mirror Lake State Park. At Lake Kegonsa, "What was NOT quiet on Thursday night was the freight train that came through around midnight and then again at 2 am," warns Lisa S.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly activities: Smokey Hollow Campground offers extensive recreation options. "Man-made pond with inflatable structures, a jumpy blob for the kids to jump on & lots of other activities! We go every year!" raves Sarah S. Many family-oriented campgrounds have dedicated weekend activities scheduled from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Group site options: Family reunions or multi-family trips work well at certain campgrounds. "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!" shares Amanda J. about her experience at Governor Dodge State Park.

Water play considerations: Swimming options vary across glamping locations near Blue Mounds. At Merry Mac's Campground, "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," explains Joan about her experience at Fox Hill RV Park. Most water activities operate between 10am-7pm during summer months.

Playground access: On-site play equipment can keep kids entertained. At Lake Kegonsa State Park, visitors appreciate the "Nice play ground with horse she pits," according to Matt N. Look for glamping sites within walking distance of playgrounds to maximize convenience.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require additional preparation for RVs. At Lake Kegonsa State Park, "Our site was very unlevel side to side. It took two 2x6 and a 1x6 under the camp side to be level," reports Jeff G. about his experience at Fox Hill RV Park. Bring leveling blocks if your RV doesn't have automatic leveling capabilities.

Bridge and access cautions: Watch for low clearance areas when driving large rigs. "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," warns Kathy L. about Lake Kegonsa State Park.

Full hookup availability: Not all sites offer complete utility connections. At Merry Mac's Campground, "We only stayed a few nights, chose a pull thru site. 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," notes Michael D. Full hookup sites typically cost $5-15 more per night than partial hookup options.

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