Briggsville, Wisconsin sits between two major water features: Castle Rock Lake and Petenwell Lake. The area's sandy soil and pine forests create a classic North Woods camping environment with natural hiking trails connecting many campsites. Most campgrounds near Briggsville operate from April through October, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and nighttime lows around 55-65°F.
What to do
Disc golf courses: Fox Hill RV Park features an on-site course perfect for casual players. "They had some fun activities for the kids, but it was a challenge to maintain safe distancing with all of the interested people," notes one visitor about the recreational options at Fox Hill.
Water activities: At Indian Trails Campground, water adventures await on their fishing lake. "There's the newly renovated outdoor pool area, the swimming lake with an inflatable playground, a pond to fish, kayak/canoe/paddle boat on," explains a camper who has visited for nearly 30 years.
Duck tours: For a unique experience near Wisconsin Dells KOA, try the Original Wisconsin Ducks. "The jokes are super cheesy, the scenery is beautiful and the driver let our son drive the duck boat in Lake Delton," shares a family who stayed at Fox Hill RV Park.
Nature hiking: Mirror Lake State Park offers well-maintained trails alongside scenic water views. "The lake is great for kayaking. Lots of sandstone cliffs. We only did 2 hiking trails but they were well maintained," reports a recent visitor.
What campers like
Outdoor dining options: Nearby restaurants provide a break from campfire cooking. "We went to The Village Cafe in Baraboo it's owned by friends of ours who have a place in Florida where we live. Good food & great desserts," mentions a camper from Fox Hill RV Park.
Themed weekends: Pride of America Camping Resort hosts special event weekends throughout the season. "We have come for the countless event weekends. Halloween, chocolate craziness, wet n wild, pirates weekend, poker run! Our personal favorite, wet n wild. A huge water fight between the whole campground and they even drive a fire truck through."
Swimming options: Most campgrounds feature pool complexes. "Nice pool, awesome aqua pad for the kids and game room. No child will be disappointed here!" exclaims a visitor to Wisconsin Dells KOA.
Yurt camping: Yurt accommodations around Briggsville, Wisconsin provide a unique glamping option. Several campgrounds like Pride of America offer yurt rentals with solid floors, real beds, and some with electricity.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Wisconsin Dells area campgrounds fill quickly, especially waterfront sites. "This campground fills up fast due to how close it is to the Dells so plan ahead," advises a visitor to Holiday Shores.
Seasonal facilities: Most swimming pools and water features operate from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Outside peak months, check if facilities are open.
Site selection considerations: At Duck Creek Campground, "the roads are narrow and the sites are kinda hard to squeeze into," notes one camper, a common challenge at older campgrounds in the region.
Local noise factors: Some campgrounds experience outside noise. "The highway noise is loud and some military jets kept flying overhead," reports a camper at Mirror Lake State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Holiday Shores Campground offers numerous family-friendly amenities. "Holiday Shores is a large campground. Wonderful customer service. We stayed in a waterfront lot and had Beautiful views. Clean facilities. There is a lot to explore and have fun in the campground."
Site location strategy: Consider proximity to playgrounds. At Duck Creek Campground, "campsites are located right next to the playground so we can watch the kids from the campsite."
Wildlife awareness: Be prepared for local wildlife. "The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice. Smart enough to figure out the clip mechanism," warns a Mirror Lake camper.
Campground schedules: Ask about special programs. "They do Yogi Bear Cartoons each night which is neat!" mentions a visitor to Yogi Bear Camp-Resort, highlighting one of the regular entertainment options.
Tips from RVers
Electric connections: Bring extension cords when camping at Arrowhead RV Campground. "Friendly and helpful front desk. Pool is very nice. Perfect water temperature in June. Clean facilities. Camping spots are a little rough terrain, but TT is level without levelers, but bring them just in case. Make sure you bring 50 ft of electrical cord and water hose."
Campsite selection: Choose based on your priorities. "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," explains a visitor to Fox Hill RV Park who preferred atmosphere over full hookups.
Leveling challenges: Be prepared with leveling equipment. "Our site was very unlevel side to side. It took two 2x6 and a 1x6 under the camp side to be level," shares an RVer who stayed at Fox Hill.
