Best Campgrounds near Brownsville, WI

Camping options near Brownsville, Wisconsin include established campgrounds in the Kettle Moraine State Forest region with both Mauthe Lake and Long Lake Campgrounds offering tent and RV sites approximately 30 miles east of the city. The area features several county park campgrounds including Ledge County Park and Waupun Park Campground, which provide electric hookups, drinking water, and shower facilities. Most campgrounds in the region support both tent and RV camping, with a few locations like Breezy Hill Campground also offering cabin and glamping accommodations.

Seasonal operations affect campground availability throughout the region. Many facilities operate from early May through mid-October, with some sites requiring advance reservations during peak summer months. Ledge County Park and Waupun Park Campground maintain modern shower facilities and clean bathrooms, while more rustic options can be found throughout the Kettle Moraine State Forest areas. Several campgrounds provide electrical hookups, water access, and sanitary dump stations for RVs. The best sites tend to fill quickly, especially during summer weekends and holidays. As one visitor noted about Ledge County Park, "Our spot was a nicely wooded site in the back portion of the campground. The hiking trails are beautiful, with great views. It's a great place for some fall camping."

Campers report high satisfaction with the natural settings and terrain variety in the region. Ledge County Park receives consistent praise for its unique rock formations, hiking trails, and observation points overlooking Horicon Marsh. At Waupun Park Campground, visitors appreciate the secluded wooded sites that provide privacy. According to one camper, "The deep spots offer gorgeous private, well wooded area that makes you feel like you're all alone in the woods." Many campgrounds feature fire rings, picnic tables, and access to recreational activities. The non-electric camping areas typically offer more secluded sites with a more natural setting, while electric sites tend to be closer together but provide greater convenience for RVs and trailers. Most campgrounds maintain clean facilities, with friendly staff and hosts who assist visitors with firewood delivery and local information.

Best Camping Sites Near Brownsville, Wisconsin (99)

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

    43 Reviews
    Campbellsport, WI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 626-2116

    $18 - $28 / night

    "Mauthe Lake Campground is located in the Northern Kettle Moraine Forest in East/Centreal Wisconsin."

    "Mauthor Lake is a beautiful state park in Wisconsin. Good for biking, hiking, swimming and fishing. Sites are fairly wooded and private. Most of them seemed to be a decent size."

    2. Ledge County Park

    15 Reviews
    Horicon, WI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 387-5450

    "It is right next to the toilets/showers. The bathrooms were clean, the attendants were really nice, they borrowed us an extension cord so we could set up a bit further back."

    "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 (?!))"

    3. Kettle Moraine State Forest Long Lake Campground

    16 Reviews
    Campbellsport, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 533-8612

    "We loved just walking around the paths to and from the lake to our site."

    "About an hour or so away from Milwaukee. Great hiking!"

    4. Breezy Hill Campground

    4 Reviews
    Fond du Lac, WI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 477-2300

    5. Long Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    11 Reviews
    Campbellsport, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 626-2116

    $20 - $30 / night

    "A little better than the average Wisconsin state campground."

    "The lake is rather shallow so best for swimming in early summer or warm fall days. Nicely situated in Kettle"

    6. Waupun Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Waupun, WI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 960-4263

    "We enjoyed the fall colors and privacy for a long stop on our trip across the northern border."

    "We stayed there for a while very pretty and the people very friendly bring wood to your camp they have trails you can walk and county pool and golf course sites are good size we will return it's **close **"

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

    18 Reviews
    Slinger, WI
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 670-3400

    "North Kettle Moraine, Pike Lake Unit was an easy choice given it's proximity to the city- about 40 minutes."

    "A last minute decision to camp for a night led my son and I to the often visited Pike Lake unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest. Its a beautiful park and within 30 minutes of our home."

    8. The Playful Goose Campground

    5 Reviews
    Horicon, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 485-4744

    "I really enjoyed the large lot we were on that backed up to a creek which you cannot hear or see but it is all forest behind you."

    "Nice trails within different areas of campground."

    9. Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

    3 Reviews
    Waupun, WI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 929-3135

    "We stayed on site 22 which was a nine minute walk from the toilet and had a street light. There are water spigots throughout. Site 21 or 23 would be better."

    "Golf course right next-door so close you could walk to. Most of the sites were in a wooded area, which gives you some privacy."

    10. Fondu Lac County Fairground

    1 Review
    Fond du Lac, WI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 929-3168

    "It was great to be able to stay in the middle of the city/town versus on the outskirts like most normal campgrounds."

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Recent Reviews near Brownsville, WI

542 Reviews of 99 Brownsville Campgrounds


  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Derge County Park

    Beautiful mature oaks

    The campground is near Beaver Dam lake and you get a pass to the boat landing with the camping fee. The sites are clearly marked and level. Some have more shade than others, the descriptions at reservation are accurate. Site 4 has nice grass and plenty of trees along the back. The site sizes are adequate but there isn’t much room between sites. Overall the campground was quiet, except for a few RVs running things all night. It was not dark, the RVs keep their lights on all night and there isn’t enough foliage to block it. We are the only pop up here, there are no tents. The space certainly allows grass for tents, I think the culture is just a little different. The shower house is clean, but showers only have a curtain and a central drain in the building means the toilet stall floors get wet too. There is a small playground and a GaGa ball pit. Overall, this is a well kept campground and perfect for spending a night on the way to somewhere. There isn’t much draw for a longer stay.

  • P
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Sleepy Dragon Campground

    Camping

    In 2024 just before Memorial Day, I needed to leave the campground I was in and started calling around for openings at private campgrounds. I was getting worried that it was not possible for me to find a site. I remembered ( light bulb moment) that Sleepy Dragon Campground may have openings. I called and was shocked to hear they still had openings for that weekend. Drove to the campground and set my sights on a pull through site. I enjoyed it so much decided to stay permanently. My original site was 120, then moved to 114, it’s a corner site. Has shade and sun at different times of the day. Large to medium camp sites, grassy, concreted if that’s what you like, plus electric and water at each site. Sewer at selected sites. Personally I came here as a child, back in the later 60’s to early 70’s. Changed owners a couple of times, now it is veteran owned, upgrades are being completed as time allows.

  • Tim H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Naga-Waukee Park by Waukesha County Parks

    Nagawaukee County Park

    Site was clean and flat enough for my two person tent. Restrooms were porta-johns, but very clean. Plenty of free wood available for the fire.

  • MarkDaShark99
    Oct. 5, 2025

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

    Beach test positive for ecoli 2x this year.

    If you stay here do not swim.  They have 2 beaches, they test one for ecoli and close it but leave the other one open because they don't have to test both. It's 50 feet away.  If you don't test, it can't be bad.  How stupid.  They rake goose dumplings into the sand.  Who is managing this place? Camping is fine.  Stay off the beach it's not safe.

  • Mark D.
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    We had such an enjoyable time at Ottawa Lake Campground.

    Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in nature at Ottawa Lake Campground. Nestled in the heart of the Kettle Moraine State Forest, this welcoming retreat offers lakeside fun, scenic hiking trails, the quiet beauty of a true Northwoods experience, all without a long drive.

    We have visited the Campground 5 times this year already, we love hiking all the trails in the Kettle Moraine Southern Unit.

    https://youtu.be/xl4uAtNWclM

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

    Oak/hickory forest

    The campground is in a beautiful oak/hickory forest with many birds, chipmunks and skeeters(pack protection). We stayed on site 22 which was a nine minute walk from the toilet and had a street light. There are water spigots throughout. Site 21 or 23 would be better. The sites are large and the ones on the outside of the loop are very private. The campground was quiet, especially after dark! There is a train horn occasionally, but it’s distant. The showers were hot and clean. The playground was fun. There is a pickle ball court, so bring paddles. There is also a walking trail.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    Close to "home" beautiful sites

    We've been full time RVers for 4 years and this is a beautiful campground close to "home". We stay here a couple of times each year for doctor and dentist appointments, visiting family and friends, and general relaxation.

  • J
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

    Peaceful wooded camping

    Quiet level throughout. Spots for a couple tents and a camper at each site. Disc golf and a small fishing area. Golf course right next-door so close you could walk to. Most of the sites were in a wooded area, which gives you some privacy. Only downfall for us was distance to the restroom as there’s only one so if you’re in the back of the campground, you gotta walk all the way upfront.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Waupun Park Campground

    Waupun County Park WI - Campground

    Family friendly campground, playgrounds, pickle ball court, showers, clean bathrooms, fire rings, shared water spigots & power at camp site. There is an outdoor pavilion for groups, firewood for sale at host. Lamp posts light camp road but not overwhelming. Nice shaded sites with mature white oak trees. Enjoyed and recommend if looking for full service campsite.


Guide to Brownsville

Camping near Brownsville, Wisconsin, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Climbing: High Cliff State Park Campground is a great spot for hiking and low-elevation rock climbing. One visitor mentioned, "High Cliff State Park is close to Appleton and Green Bay and is situated along the Niagara Escarpment on Lake Winnebago. Camping is great; however, even though there is a beach, it is not a very nice one and swimming there isn’t the best."
  • Fishing and Boating: Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground is perfect for fishing and boating activities. A camper noted, "The park doesn't have too much in the way of hiking, but the available trails were well marked and maintained."
  • Family Activities: At Kohler-Andrae State Park, families can enjoy clean facilities and friendly staff. One reviewer said, "Rangers and hosts are super friendly and helpful as well. There are nice trails around the campground, and some of them even allow dogs."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. A visitor at Kettle Moraine North - Mauthe Lake mentioned, "The shower house was clean. Will be back!"
  • Secluded Sites: Many campgrounds offer privacy between sites. One camper at Hartman Creek State Park shared, "I stayed at site 38 which had good privacy on one side, the other site was a little more exposed."
  • Natural Beauty: Campers love the scenic views and natural surroundings. A reviewer at Ottawa Lake Campground said, "The lake is beautiful during the sunset, sandy area and playground for kids."

What you should know:

  • Crowded During Peak Season: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during weekends. A visitor at Mauthe Lake Campground noted, "It was hot and crowded but we had a decent campsite with plenty of shade."
  • Limited Swimming Options: Not all campgrounds have great swimming spots. One camper at High Cliff State Park mentioned, "Even though there is a beach, it is not a very nice one and swimming there isn’t the best."
  • Fees for Non-Residents: If you're not from Wisconsin, be prepared for higher fees. A camper at Hartman Creek State Park said, "I used a primitive campsite and it cost me $30 ($15 if you're from WI)."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. At Kohler-Andrae State Park, one reviewer said, "There’s also laundry here, such a nice perk for full-timers like us!"
  • Plan for Bugs: Some areas can get buggy, especially near water. A camper at Harrington Beach State Park warned, "At the height of summer this place is going to be sweltering and full of bugs."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Make sure to pack enough food and drinks, as some campgrounds don’t have markets nearby. A visitor at Lake Kegonsa State Park mentioned, "The office was empty when we arrived."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Kettle Moraine North - Mauthe Lake noted, "The full electric sites here are pretty small and tightly packed."
  • Use Online Reservations: Many campgrounds require online bookings. A visitor at Pike Lake Campground advised, "Get signed in and you pass a nature area before getting to the campsites."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially during busy times. A reviewer at Pinewoods Campground mentioned, "You could hear a bit of road noise, especially motorcycles and heavy trucks, but nothing crazy."

Camping near Brownsville, WI, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Brownsville, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Brownsville, WI is Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr with a 4.4-star rating from 43 reviews.