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Developed campgrounds dot the countryside around Cambridge, Wisconsin, providing a range of camping experiences from tent sites to full RV hookups. Hickory Hills Campground and Milton KOA offer diverse accommodation options including tent camping, RV sites, and cabin rentals. Located within a 30-minute drive of Cambridge, these established campgrounds feature amenities such as electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities. The region includes several mixed-use campgrounds that cater to both tent campers and RV enthusiasts, with many sites nestled among wooded areas that provide natural shade and privacy.
Most campgrounds in the Cambridge area operate seasonally from mid-April through October, with limited year-round options available. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for summer weekends and holiday periods when sites fill quickly. Several campgrounds like Lake Kegonsa State Park and Badgerland Campground provide electric hookups, drinking water, and sanitary facilities, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Many sites require advance booking through online reservation systems, with seasonal openings that reflect Wisconsin's climate patterns. A visitor noted: "Small campground great little store pool mini golf and on the lake! Kids loved it!"
Campers frequently mention the spring-fed lakes and water recreation opportunities as highlights of camping in the Cambridge region. Hickory Hills Campground features a 172-acre lake with swimming beach and water activities, while other locations offer fishing access and boating opportunities. Reviews indicate that family-friendly amenities are common throughout the area's campgrounds, with swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized weekend activities available at many locations. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, campers appreciate the wooded sites that provide shade and privacy: "Our site was nicely wooded and a decent size, but everyone was pretty close to each other." Road noise can be an issue at some locations, particularly those near Interstate 90/39, while others offer more secluded experiences tucked away from major highways.
"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"No enclosed dog park but plenty of area to walk your dog!"
"Driving around, I really don't think there's a bad spot here. The staff is fantastic, friendly, and accommodating- as are the seasonal campers.
We'll be back again...and again... and again!"
"Our site was nicely wooded and a decent size, but everyone was pretty close to each other. When we were there, the women's shower was freezing and the men's was almost uncomfortably hot."
"Hidden from site, the entire grounds are completely surrounded by a very thick wall of tall trees that barricades this place from most of civilization."
from $42 / 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
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"We were located on the end of the row and had lots of grass to enjoy. Owner was very friendly and helpful"
"Right off i90, and next to fuel and food stops. Family run campground with 40 sites that have water and electric. They are cash or check only, with no online booking. Sites are snug."
"Site was spacious but very close to your neighbors. Lots to do in the area. Bathrooms and showers were clean. The beach was not clean and very hard to walk on, very rocky."
"Red Trail, Paradise Trail,Rice Lake are all great hikes. Great views of Lake Ottawa. The close by town of Oconomowoc has a nice place to eat, Burkes Lakeside."
from $23 - $38 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $95 / night
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ScoutNothing special but a nice spot if you need somewhere to park your camper and stay. Electric and water hookups, decent showers and bathrooms. Septic on site. We stayed here for an event at the fairgrounds but there were also several others staying here while they were in town for work.
GuideOur friends have a permanent camper here so we joined them for the weekend. I’ve never experienced a place like this. It’s not what I would consider camping. It’s basically people’s second trailer park home. The frog pond that was turned into a swimming hole with ridiculous inflatables completely ruined the peaceful atmosphere in that area of the park. If you enjoy being surrounded by people, noise, and teens cruising in golf carts, you’ll love this place. We do have fun when we are with our friends here, but it is definitely not a typical peaceful camp.
TravelerThis park has always been a go to for me. As a full time RVer, I come here a lot. The scenery is beautiful, beach right next door, fishing holes not far from here. The people who come are all very friendly and the park rangers are very welcoming and always have firewood for the visitors. Highly recommend this spot for everyone.
TravelerFirst time RV’ing with my wife and we were able to navigate pretty easily in our rented 30’. Arrived on a Monday, and as posted, there was no one so we checked in online(they sent an email to check in). Simple camp site with tons of space(almost double our RV), a long wood picnic table and a fire pit. Everything was great until we left. Dumping was straight forward, but the person in front of me was taking a little while to dump. They had came up to my RV and let me know the dump tank was backing up, which I had also experienced when I tried dumping. I called to ask for assistance on Thursday and they said they would send a ranger out. 45 minutes of waiting and a couple other RV’s after us and we ended up giving up and going to another site closer to home to dump. Great experience otherwise.
LegendIf your family's perfect camping trip includes saddling up and exploring miles of wooded trails together, the Equestrian Campground at Rock Cut State Park offers a wonderfully peaceful place to spend a few days. Tucked away from the park's busier camping loops, this rustic first-come, first-served campground provides spacious sites designed for campers traveling with horses, along with nearby potable water, restrooms and direct access to more than 14 miles of designated equestrian trails. While amenities are intentionally simple (erring on non-existent), the extra room to accommodate horse trailers and the quiet natural surroundings create exactly the kind of setting many riders are looking for. One of my favorite moments was watching families quietly prepare their horses in the early morning light before disappearing beneath the trees for a day on the trails, returning later with tired horses, dusty boots and smiles that needed no explanation. Arriving early is the best way to secure a site since camping is first-come, first-served and availability is limited. This campground is ideal for equestrian families given its spacious layout, direct trail access and peaceful atmosphere that allows both riders and horses to truly unwind.
GuideBest kept secret in the area. Very low rates (5 dollars a night Sunday through Thursday .
GuideWe stayed here one night and had a great experience! The restroom/bathhouse is super clean, conveniently located, and NEW. A refreshing thing after roughing it. We took a trail down to the trussle bridge that goes across the river. Nice nature view. Fishing was good too, near the bridge at the entrance to the park. My son was there maybe 5 min and hooked a decent sized pike. We brought our two dogs and they enjoyed the quiet of the park and the trails. Only complaint I had was that someone previously had left dog poop at our site, but sometimes people don't clean up after their pets. Our site had electric, only 30 amp hookup but we had a 50 amp adapter and it worked well. We would definitely stay again.
GuideThis is a wonderful campground with many amenities for the whole family. The sites are a good size, plenty of shade. Indoor and outdoor pool, Kiddie pool, mini golf, playgrounds, pond with inflatables, pond to fish(catch and release) paddle boats, row boats, kayaking. gaga pit, shuffleboard. Wonderful store stocked with everything you need and then some. They have a grill if you want to order food. Game room and arcade. Clean bathrooms and showers. Storm shelter under the bathrooms and showers. I can't say enough what a wonderful campground this is!!
LegendWelcome to Blue Mound State Park! This is another Wisconsin gym sitting in Southern West Wisconsin. It isn't too far from the city of Madison, but the closest town of Barneveld and Town of Mount Horeb are closer and offer a place to pick up any necessities you may need.
The park offers excellent hiking trails and 112 campsites with approximately 31 of those being electric. The park offers modern flush toilets and shower buildings.
The park also offers a rustic accessible cabin for people with disabilities. Also with an accessible flush toilet and shower building about 200 ft from this campsite. You can have a maximum of six people to occupy this rustic cabin.
One of the greatest things is this park offers a pool and splash pad for kids and this is a relatively good size swimming area! And also near a couple to her destinations, the most famous being Cave of the Mounds! I recommend checking this out if you have the chance!
Camping spots near Cambridge, Wisconsin offer diverse overnight options within a 30-mile radius of this small Dane County community. The region features multiple spring-fed lakes and glacial terrain, with elevations ranging from 850-900 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F, while spring and fall nights can dip into the 40s, making proper gear essential for comfortable tent camping.
Fishing access: 172-acre spring-fed lake at Hickory Hills Campground provides abundant fishing opportunities. "You'll catch no shortage of blue gills, small and large mouthed bass, bullheads and crappie" at the accessible fishing spots throughout the grounds.
Biking trails: Connect to Madison from several Cambridge-area campgrounds. At William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground, "there are trails right through the campground that are on Madison's trail system. There is a daily fee for the trails but I think it was $5 for the day." The Capital City Trail lets you "bike to downtown Madison in about 40 minutes."
Water activities: Jump on inflatable water features available at family-oriented campgrounds. Badgerland Campground offers "a swim pond with a huge bouncy float," while Hickory Hills includes "a 172 acre spring-fed lake with its own beachhead, oversized inflatables" and water-based recreation options for all ages.
Spacious sites: Room to spread out at select campgrounds. Milton-Madison SE KOA features "large sites" with "some smaller than others and some very generous sites." One camper noted, "We had a back in spot right up to a field. Very pretty and peaceful. We were able to rent a golf cart which the kids got a kick out of."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained restrooms mentioned frequently in reviews. At Badgerland Campground, visitors appreciate the "cleanest restroom/showers I can ever recall at a campground." Another review states, "Super clean bathrooms and showers if you need them."
Seasonal activities: Weekend events provide structured recreation throughout camping season. Milton KOA offers "activities every weekend," with one camper noting, "The Halloween weekend are fun." Many campgrounds run themed activities, with Badgerland visitors enjoying "the tractor ride through the campground for Halloween and have a blast at bingo!"
Reservation timing: Book early for summer stays, particularly at popular spots. Most campgrounds operate mid-April through October. Tent sites at several campgrounds may be limited or closed during certain periods.
Highway noise: Traffic sounds affect some campgrounds. Creekview RV Park is "very close to the freeway and there is a constant din of traffic noise that remind you how close you are to the highway."
Potential flooding: Site conditions vary during wet seasons. At Lakeland Camping Resort, "Half of camping sites closed due to flooding" during one visitor's stay. When selecting campgrounds in low-lying areas, check recent weather conditions or call ahead.
Train noise: Railroad crossings create periodic disturbances at some campgrounds. Lake Kegonsa State Park campers report, "The park is somewhat close to the interstate and rural highway roads so there is some traffic noise but relatively quiet by night time. What was NOT quiet on Thursday night was the freight train that came through around midnight and then again at 2 am."
Look for organized activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers "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."
Consider heated pools: Several campgrounds offer swimming options even on cooler days. Milton KOA features "a nice pool" that's "very well maintained with a waterfall feature" according to reviewers.
Playground access: Multiple play areas are available at family-friendly campgrounds. Lake Kegonsa State Park provides "nice hiking trails right from campground. Lake & pet swim area" along with "nice playground with horse shoe pits."
Check electrical capacity: Ensure your RV power needs match campground capabilities. At Pilgrim's Campground, one RVer noted, "We were using a dogbone to connect to the 30 amp site. It was fine for a bit but then we started to get surges. Our EMS protected the rig but ultimately we couldn't use the power."
Verify site measurements: Some campgrounds have narrow access roads. Lake Kegonsa State Park campers warn, "Major CAUTION for RVs: 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."
Confirm sewer connections: Not all sites offer full hookups. At Badgerland Campground, "They DO NOT have sewer at any site on the campground, though they do offer a pump-out service to come by and empty your tanks (for a fee…$15, I think). The error is presumably The Dyrt's fault, and the campground does have the usual free dump station."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Cambridge, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, Cambridge, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 107 campgrounds and RV parks near Cambridge, WI and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Cambridge, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cambridge, WI is Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 22 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cambridge, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Cambridge, WI.
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