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All sites are separated not on top of each other. We’ve been here quite a few times during cooler months and have been very happy with our experience.
Dog-Friendly Camping near Cambridge, WI
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Milton-Madison SE KOA accommodates pets at its tent sites, RV spots, and pet-friendly cabins, providing campers options from primitive camping to full hookup RV sites with 50-amp service. Hickory Hills Campground also welcomes pets, featuring wooded campsites that offer privacy while maintaining access to amenities like a swimming pool, lake with beach access, and well-maintained facilities. Leashed pets are permitted throughout most areas of these campgrounds, though specific restrictions may apply around swimming areas and dining facilities. Campers note the clean, level sites at Pilgrims Campground make for comfortable stays with pets, with ample grassy areas for walking dogs and exploring the surrounding countryside.
Nearby hiking opportunities include trails through the countryside surrounding Pilgrims Campground where visitors regularly spot wildlife including deer and squirrels while walking their dogs through meadows bordered by corn fields. Valley View Recreation Club, Badgerland Campground, and Lake Kegonsa State Park all permit pets with proper supervision. The William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground provides electrical hookups for RVs and tent camping sites with pets allowed, though water hookups aren't available. Seasonal considerations affect availability, with most campgrounds operating from April through October, though a few like Lake Kegonsa State Park remain open year-round. Facilities at most locations include sanitary dump stations, showers, and clean restrooms that make extended stays with pets more comfortable.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Cambridge (98)
1. Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground
"Good hiking around the lake and mostly dog friendly. Nice play ground with horse she pits."
"Just a quick 2 hour drive from our home in Chicago, with large wooded sites for privacy. Clean bathrooms."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $50 / night
2. Milton-Madison SE KOA
"No enclosed dog park but plenty of area to walk your dog!"
"I'm going to try to make it a couple times. so much fun, just me and my dog. And one last the thing, my fellow campers were more than hospitable and very nice and I appreciate that very much."
3. Hickory Hills Campground
"The sites close to the store are so nice! wooded and somewhat private. Love that they have a sparkling clean (but cold!) pool and a lake with a beach!"
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $42 / night
4. Badgerland Campground
"Very family and pet friendly with activities, lake and bar. Really enjoyed our overnight stay on a cross-country trip - highly recommend!"
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $60 / night
5. William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground (Dane County Park)
"There are very wide bike/hiking paths that are paved or stone. The huge lake has boating opportunities and you can rent a boat in McFarland that is a short drive or bike ride. "
"If you haven’t reserved a site, there are several sites for walk-ins but you have to be present to sign/obtain them."
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $28 / night
6. Creekview RV Park
"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."
7. Pilgrims Campground
"We were located on the end of the row and had lots of grass to enjoy. Owner was very friendly and helpful"
8. Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit
"Huge beach area, dog park, fishing as well. Shop to buy items you may need and absolutely wonderful place. Open all year round"
"Some have a beautiful view of lake. Some water fountains did not work, however sinks were always working. So many little trails all throughout the campsite."
47 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $21 - $39 / night
9. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Fort Atkinson
10. Valley View Recreation Club - Nudist
Check Availabilityfrom $18 - $95 / night
Drive Time
- 22 min from Madison, WI
- 25 min from Janesville, WI
- 52 min from Milwaukee, WI
- 56 min from Rockford, IL
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Cambridge, WI
852 Reviews of 98 Cambridge Campgrounds
Stuart K.
LegendPrairie View Campground - Rock Cut State Park
Nice Shaded Camping Alcove With Plenty of P&Q
Prairie View CG is the very first camping oasis you will come across after entering Rock Cut SP from its northernmost entrance, with Highway 173 to the west and Harlem Road to the east. Once you enter the park, you will follow the long winding nicely paved two-lane circuit until you begin seeing the signs highlighting where to go for the various campgrounds. Once you access this road, you’ll come across a small building with a ranger where you will check in, after which, you will pass by a designated dump station before coming around a small bend where you will take your first left.
The sites begin with #500 and as you circumnavigate the simple circular loop, you will pass by about 2 dozen or so slots that are nice flat paved slots perfect sized for just about any RV or 5th Wheel. There is a single his / her restroom along with trash area at the beginning of the loop just past sites #503 and #504. To access the shower, you will need to go back to the main road and hike it down the road with your towel and toiletries, which I have to admit, is the biggest bummer about this particular campground. If having close access to shower facilities is important to you, then you may want to contemplate staying at other campgrounds here at Rock Cut SP like Staghorn and White Oak, which offer closer proximity.
One of the greatest assets here at Rock Cut SP is the very massive Pierce Lake, which is great for fishing, boating, kayaking and swimming. To launch your watercraft, you’ll head south to Hickory Hills campground where on the eastern side of this area you’ll be able to find the boat launch. In the Prairie View campground, in addition to restroom and waste disposal, you’ll also have access to running water spigots at each site along with running electric. The small community amphitheather is located centrally just past the campstore and before reaching the Hickory Hills campground. There is an excellent camp store in the middle of Rock Cut SP that offers up ice, firewood, ice cream, snacks, games, limited groceries and a number of other sundries you might need while camping. Additionally, there are 5 shelters that have electricity, with water and restrooms nearby and each shelter available through a reservation system. Two of the shelters (Red Oak and Puri Crest) also have children’s playgrounds nearby.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a few: (1) IMHO the best sites here at Prairie View CG are those that are located furthest from the main road, for attaining the maximum camping bliss trifecta of less traffic, little noise and more privacy. As such, look at sites #512, #514, #516 and #518, which are all located on the exterior of the circle, thus providing the greatest amount of intimate nature experience; (2) Once you grow weary of trying to conjure up that next meal from the depths of your cooler, fret not, and just head out of the park where you will find a handful of dining options: Tom& Jerry’s, Fresh Start Café, Waffle Shop, Golden Chopsticks Buffet, Sunrise Family Restaurant, Beef-A-Roo (in fact, there’s like 4 of these that the park is surrounded by), but one of my absolute favorites is Green Fire, which is a really nice farm-to-table joint; (3) Got bird watching on your mind? Well, you’re in luck, because here at Rock Cut SP you can spot an amazing array of winged adventurers including bald eagles, American robins, northern cardinals, barn owls, mourning doves, indigo buntings, eastern bluebirds, Canadian geese, red-bellied woodpeckers, brown thrashers and many others; (4) Tired of nature and just want to get some really cool culture in you? Then head just due south of Rock Cut SP to explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s Laurent House, which is simply amazing; and (5) If you come bearing watercraft like canoe or kayak, while Lake Pierce is wonderful and great for fishing, if you want something a bit more challenging, then head due west to the Rock River, where you can drop in from a number of launch sites, however I strongly recommend Atwood Homestead Forest Preserve.
Happy Camping!
Kevin K.TravelerSky High Camping Resort
It’s a great place to stay they have lots of activities for the kids, it helps that they are year around and their prices aren’t bad.
- KKevin D.
ScoutLake Kegonsa State Park Campground
This campground charges both a site reservation fee ($33 for a primitive mosquito infested tent site) AND an additional day use fee on top of that - a $16 fee on top of that! $49????? For a no hook up single tent site???? Of course the fees aren’t actually published anywhere so you have to reserve it to actually know what you’ll be paying. It’s nothing special so these fees aren’t actually warranted for this place. 👎
Zach G.TravelerNew Glarus State Park Campground
Smaller campground with decent sized campsites with picnic table and fire ring pit. Although my site and quite a bit of unleveled ground which made for limit options to pitch a tent. Pretty good cell service with T- mobile.
- GGladys L.Traveler
Plum Grove Campground - Rock Cut State Park
Rock Cut State Park in Rockford , Illinois
We got a campsite with a concrete pad. Electricity 30 amp site. There is a dump station close to the registration office. Boat ramp available for campers. One cabin for rental overlooking the Pierce Lake $50/night for Illinois resident. Beautiful setting. Wild turkeys roaming through our campground.
- Maria W.Scout
New Glarus State Park Campground
Rustic but nice trails and close to town
Campground is small with only 18 car camping sites. Vault toilets, no showers. No electricity or dump station. Group camping sites and walk-in or bike-sites also available. I don't mind vault toilets but they were very low to the ground without any grab bar. I found it odd that this campground has many sites for cyclists using the sugar river bike trail and there isn't any showers. Being close to town is nice. There is a paved path that takes you right into New Glarus and past the New Glarus Brewery. After a day of cycling or hiking, one really needs a shower before heading into town!!
Cheryl S.TravelerMendota County Park
Quiet urban park campground
The beauty of this campground was to Madison venues. We stayed here twice recently and took Uber rides too and from Camp Randall. It’s a very clean and friendly campground ground. Very nice pavilion for events. I loved the walking path and benches along the lake.
- mmark F.
GuideDevils Lake State Park Group Campground — Devils Lake State Park
Don’t pet the fluffy cows
Great place to stay had everything and price right.
Guide to Cambridge
Lake Koshkonong dominates the landscape near Cambridge, Wisconsin, providing a focal point for many camping opportunities within a 20-mile radius. The area features gently rolling terrain with elevations ranging between 800-900 feet above sea level and experiences humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Campsites in this region typically sit on flat to slightly sloping ground with a mix of wooded and open areas offering variable amounts of privacy depending on the campground.
What to Do
Fishing access points: Lake Koshkonong spans over 10,000 acres and provides excellent opportunities for catching bluegill, bass, and crappie. At Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground, visitors find "nice hiking trails right from campground. Lake & pet swim area" according to Kathy L., who also notes the pet-friendly areas for swimming.
Golf near campsites: Several courses surround the Cambridge area with varying difficulty levels. The Creekview RV Park offers easy access to a par 3 course. As Stuart K. mentions, "If you're a golfer, there's a par 3 golf course just adjacent to Creekview, which is a very nice distraction if you're looking for one."
Bike trail exploration: Multiple paved and unpaved trails connect campgrounds to surrounding communities. The William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground connects to Madison's extensive trail network, with Kim L. noting, "There are some great paved bike trails (Capital City Trail) that connects you to Madison and all the city has to offer. If you're looking to bike or run the trails, it's the perfect jump off point."
What Campers Like
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The rural setting provides chances to observe deer, waterfowl, and small mammals. At Pilgrims Campground, Stuart K. appreciates how the primitive sites 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."
Clean shower facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain well-kept bathroom buildings. Michael R. found Lake Kegonsa State Park "a nice state park. Clean bathrooms with showers. Good sized site with nice privacy. Good hiking around the lake and mostly dog friendly."
Seasonal activities and events: Many campgrounds offer planned entertainment, especially on weekends. Hickory Hills Campground hosts "a mix of weekender sites. Usually have some activities and music on the weekends. Very friendly seasonal owners. Great for social gatherings with random strangers," according to Stephen M.
What You Should Know
Highway noise levels: Some campgrounds sit near major roads, affecting the camping experience. Josh F. notes that at Creekview RV Park, "The campground 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."
Train disruptions: Railroad tracks near certain campgrounds can cause overnight disturbances. Lisa S. experienced this at Lake Kegonsa: "The first train only blew its horn a few short times. The second train acted like someone was laying on the tracks and was a little excessive for 3 am!"
Limited tent sites: Most campgrounds prioritize RV camping with fewer options for tent campers. Josh F. observed at Milton KOA: "I did not stay at this campground, but drove through it to see the place. I was looking for tent campsites and if there are any, they were under the tires of an RV."
Pet policies: While most campgrounds allow pets, specific areas may be restricted. Pet-friendly camping near Cambridge, Wisconsin typically includes designated dog walking areas and sometimes pet beaches, but animals are usually prohibited in buildings and swimming areas.
Tips for Camping with Families
Pool availability timing: Swimming pools generally open Memorial Day weekend but may have delayed openings. At Hickory Hills, Michael T. reported, "For Memorial Day weekend the pool wasn't open, porta-potties near the lake and lodge were still padlocked/closed... I'd come again, but wait for later in the year when everything is up and running."
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated recreation for children. At Milton-Madison SE KOA, Erin B. found "2 playgrounds, a nice pool, games and activities for the kids over weekends, and the rv sites are well spaced... We were able to rent a golf cart which the kids got a kick out of."
Themed weekend events: Special activities often occur on weekends, particularly holidays. Chris C. mentioned that at Milton KOA, "The Halloween weekend are fun," while Heather H. noted Hickory Hills offers "Dj's and bands and build your own donut and sundaes."
Tips from RVers
Low clearance warnings: Watch for height restrictions on approach roads. Kathy L. cautions Lake Kegonsa visitors about "a low hanging overpass and it took the roofs off TWO fifth wheels while we were staying there. Major damage on roof and internally - the RV had to be totaled and replaced. Terrible signage in park does not indicate height of bridge."
Electric hookup reliability: Some campgrounds experience power issues during peak usage. At Badgerland Campground, Stephen C. notes, "The Dyrt lists them as having sewer hookups and 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)."
Site selection strategy: Choose locations based on your privacy preferences and noise tolerance. Marc W. recommends at Milton KOA: "I would recommend viewing their map and comparing to google maps. They do allow you to pick your site if your willing to pay $10 extra."
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