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Best Campgrounds near Camp Douglas, WI

669 Reviews

Camp Douglas, Wisconsin serves as a central hub for diverse camping experiences in the heart of central Wisconsin. Mill Bluff State Park Campground, located directly in Camp Douglas, provides established sites for tent camping, RVs, and glamping options with electric hookups and modern amenities. Within a 30-minute drive, campers can access additional options like Buckhorn State Park Campground near Necedah and Oakdale KOA, both offering cabin accommodations alongside traditional camping. The surrounding area features a mix of state parks, county facilities, and private campgrounds spread across the region's forests and near its numerous lakes and rivers.

Road conditions throughout the camping areas remain generally accessible for most vehicles, though some remote sites may require higher clearance during wet weather. The camping season varies by location, with Mill Bluff State Park operating from late May through September, while other facilities like Buckhorn State Park remain open year-round. A camper noted that "considering the proximity to Wisconsin Dells and all the hotels, outlet malls and distractions this little piece of nature was calm, cool and relaxing." Most developed campgrounds in the region provide drinking water, fire rings, and picnic tables, with varying levels of hookups for RVs. Cell service is generally reliable near established campgrounds but may be limited in more remote areas.

Mixed-use campgrounds dominate the landscape around Camp Douglas, with many facilities accommodating both tent and RV camping alongside cabin rentals. Several visitors highlight the region's natural features as primary attractions, with one review mentioning that Buckhorn State Park offers "a little piece of paradise" with sites "entirely hedged in by trees and completely separated from nearby sites." The proximity to Wisconsin Dells (approximately 20 miles south) makes Camp Douglas campgrounds popular bases for exploring both natural areas and tourist attractions. Campgrounds in the region typically feature wooded sites with moderate privacy, access to hiking trails, and opportunities for water recreation at nearby lakes and rivers. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months, particularly for weekend stays, as the popularity of Wisconsin Dells drives significant camping demand throughout the area.

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Best Camping Sites Near Camp Douglas, Wisconsin (171)

    1. Buckhorn State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Necedah, WI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 565-2789

    "If you’re looking for a campsite that transports you away from the usual Midwest fare, this is the place to be! The site we stayed at was beyond perfect."

    "Gorgeous campground in the middle of no where Wisconsin! Perfect place to camp if you like to climb at Necedah! There are a few lake entrances and at one of them we saw a couple large gorgeous cranes!"

    2. Oakdale KOA

    10 Reviews
    Camp Douglas, WI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 372-5622

    $27 - $129 / night

    "The campground is super easy to get to as it is adjacent to I-90 which means you’ll also deal with highway noise."

    "We stayed one night on our way through Wisconsin. The campground was very neat and tidy. The folks that ran it were very nice and friendly."

    3. Kennedy County Park

    7 Reviews
    Camp Douglas, WI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 847-9389

    $15 / night

    "So I’m driving back from a camping adventure and the wind picks up. After fighting it for awhile we start looking for a spot to stop for the night."

    "There's a shelter area and some nice little hiking trails. Just outside of New Lisbon if you need anything."

    4. Mill Bluff State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Camp Douglas, WI
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 427-6692

    "We had our two dogs who normally bark when people walk past but the site was secluded with good tree coverage that we didn’t have any issues! We drove across the highway and got some good hiking in."

    "The highway is there and the night train schedule was 22:45 03:10 and 03:15. There are plenty of washrooms. Fire wood is sold at the camp ground entrance. $5 a bundle, cash or check."

    5. Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Ontario, WI
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 337-4775

    "Walk-In Sites

    If you are looking for privacy, cart-in site 119 is quite a ways off the trail and far from the parking lot, but it's a bit small."

    "My site was hike in but the distance was pretty short. There were wagons available for transporting things to sites but I just carried my pack."

    6. Riverside Park

    3 Reviews
    Camp Douglas, WI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 562-3534

    7. Tunnel Trail Campground

    4 Reviews
    Ontario, WI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 435-6829

    "Campground is right on the Elroy Sparta bike trail which has three old tunnels to go though."

    "The Elroy Sparta Bike Trail, North America's first rails-to-trails project, runs through the Tunnel Trail Campground."

    8. The Reel Inn RV Campground & Log Lodge Resort

    2 Reviews
    Necedah, WI
    11 miles
    Website

    "Definitely recommend for a seasonal home away from home"

    "Clean and Friendly Next to a huge restaurant and bar that have the lowest prices for above average food.  Definitely recommend.  Overnight sites easy to get into and large sites."

    9. Woods Edge Campground

    2 Reviews
    Camp Douglas, WI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 343-4055

    $20 - $35 / night

    10. Petenwell Park

    11 Reviews
    Necedah, WI
    21 miles
    +1 (608) 564-7513

    "I have been going to this campground for years, walking around, going to the beaches, launching the family pontoon and fishing in Lake Petenwell. Everyone is always so friendly upon arrival."

    "Love camping right on the edge of the lake."

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  • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Kennedy County Park

    Great price for a little campground

    Not the most elaborate campground or the best I stayed at, but the price was right for what you get. The sites are large. You could add a tent or RV to any of them, but some are tighter to get into than others because of the road and how it turns.

    There's a little playground and lots of open space. Each site has a fire pit, but I don't believe there's firewood available for purchase. There are some vault toilets here.

    Cost is only $15 cash and it's first come first serve. No reservations.

    I believe that they raised the rate on April 1st. It's now $15, but in this day and age of price gouging that's actually a bargain for a campsite. It's primitive, but it's nicely kept.

    A little train noise from the distance, but if you like the sound of a train horn, it's very soothing.

  • Cynthia K.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Oakdale KOA

    Shady trees

    KOA Journey. We didn't feel like tackling Illinois at the end of the day, so we planned a stop here. 

    Check in was pleasant. We were in the back by the bathroom, which was my request. Lots of shady trees. This is a well established campground. As others have noted there is Interstate noise. It's easy on- easy off though.

     There's a Loves nearby.

  • Julia B.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Buckhorn State Park Campground

    West shore sites

    We usually stay at the east shore sites but tried the west shore this time. The shore was not as level as the east side sites but still sandy and shallow for swimming. We could hear the bar blaring music across the lake until 10 or 11pm . There are more trees now than the website pictures show so there is some privacy between sites. Mosquitos were the worst i have ever experienced. The second we got out of the car they were all over us. We used the heaviest deet possible nonstop.

  • Julia B.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Sandstone Ridge Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    Beautiful lake

    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. The 202 area has a parking lot for 4 sites and a very short walk to the sites. Fire pit and picnic table were in good shape. The highway noise is loud and some military jets kept flying overhead. The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice. Smart enough to figure out the clip mechanism. Overall good site but a little noisy.

  • Jennifer K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Castle Mound Campground — Black River State Forest

    Really beautiful state campground

    Beautiful, clean, peaceful, wooded campground. Its mid-week and there's only a few other campers here. Most are super respectful with the exception of one group that has the occasional outburst but they were mostly quiet otherwise. We saw some bunnies, birds and raccoons. Heard squirrels, owls and other birds. Vault toilets throughout the campground and one building with showers and flush toilets near the visitor center with plenty of parking. Water fill and dump station located at the front near the visitor station as well. We got here around 6pm yesterday and no one was at the check in so we used the kiosk to get the park pass. A bit steep for out of state visitors @ $16 but they seem to keep the park in great shape so for once it was worth it. Lots of space and shade in all spots. Many sites with electric and some without. Plenty of spots can accommodate mid-large campers. Its about half and half pull-thru or back-in/pull-in. We have a 26 foot travel trailer and had no issues. Mostly level spots as well. A lot of trees are close to the road and made it slightly challenging to maneuver the road but nothing too crazy...just pay attention if you have a larger camper. We dont make it though wisconsin a lot but we'd definitely come back here again. Easy and quick to get to from 94 and less than a mile from Walmart. Plenty of stores/restaurants nearby. Really the only complaint besides the high entrance fee for out of state is that it is close to the town and you can definitely hear traffic. It's not too bad considering the surrounding woods definitely deaden the noise. Wish we could have stayed longer to explore the park better.

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground

    Cottontail lane

    We hiked a short distance into our site. We had to pass a grassy area that was always full of bunnies! The site was of good size, dark and quiet. The shower house was close and clean.

  • J
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Wisconsin Dells KOA

    Did not meet expectations

    DO NOT RENT SITE B25!

    We were in B25 for 8 nights. We did not spend a lot of time at the campsite and when we were there it was too hot to be outside. However it smelled. After 5 days I contacted the manager. He tried to write it off as “agriculture smells.” I knew it wasn’t and I couldn’t smell it anywhere else. He visited our site and determined it was the newly (city) installed sewer line behind our camper. He did refund one night stay.

    We were in the new part of the campground, the site was level and the full hookups were well placed. Plenty of room and a concrete patio & nice picnic table.

    There was only one activity (movie) the 8 days we were there. The staff was less than friendly and there was no trash pickup. Grounds were clean and relatively well maintained. The k9 camps needed poo pick up as some pet owners don’t do it.

    Didn’t use the pool area. It seemed small but looked in good shape.

  • Stephanie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Buckhorn State Park Campground

    Quiet spot with beautiful views

    We got one of the spots that you needed to hike out to but it wasn’t far at all. There were 2 other campsites beside us but they weren’t reserved so we were all by ourselves. We had a little slice of beach and it was very beautiful during sunset. Bugs were really bad at this time of year. A family of raccoons passed our tent during the night and sounded like they were playing in the water which was cute.

Guide to Camp Douglas

Camping near Camp Douglas, Wisconsin, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you’re into hiking, fishing, or just relaxing by the campfire, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Devils Lake State Park. One visitor mentioned, “The hikes were the nicest I’ve seen in the surrounding areas,” making it a must-visit for nature lovers.
  • Swimming and Beach Fun: At Quartzite Campground — Devils Lake State Park, families can enjoy the “best beach around” with crystal-clear water, perfect for kids to play in.
  • Fishing: The lakes around Buckhorn State Park Campground provide great fishing spots. One camper noted, “There was an eagle fishing in the bay with us,” highlighting the wildlife you might encounter.

What campers like

  • Privacy and Space: Campers appreciate the well-spaced sites at Perrot State Park Campground. A reviewer said, “The sites are well spaced and well separated by trees,” making it a peaceful retreat.
  • Clean Facilities: Many visitors rave about the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers at Ice Age Campground — Devils Lake State Park. One camper mentioned, “Bathrooms could use more upkeep,” but overall, they found the facilities satisfactory.
  • Friendly Staff: Campers at Wisconsin Dells KOA appreciate the helpful staff. A visitor shared, “Staff is super accommodating and friendly,” which adds to the overall experience.

What you should know

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and pools, like Wisconsin Dells KOA. A parent mentioned, “The campground is kid-friendly, with a playground and a pool.”
  • Nature Exploration: Encourage kids to explore nature trails. One reviewer at Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground said, “Awesome trails,” which can be a great way for families to bond.
  • Plan for Bugs: Be ready for mosquitoes, especially in the summer. A camper at Buckhorn State Park Campground warned, “The mosquitoes were so horrible,” so bring bug spray.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the RV sites. A visitor at Wisconsin Dells KOA noted, “Tight spots and narrow roads,” which can be tricky for larger RVs.
  • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups, like Ice Age Campground — Devils Lake State Park. A reviewer mentioned, “Sites were good and spacious,” which is ideal for RV camping.
  • Plan for Access: Some campgrounds, such as Northern Lights Campground — Devils Lake State Park, require a bit of walking to reach your site. One camper said, “You cannot drive your car up to your campsite,” so be prepared to carry your gear.

Camping near Camp Douglas, Wisconsin, has a lot to offer, from stunning parks to family-friendly activities. Just keep these tips in mind to make the most of your outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What attractions are available at Camp Douglas State Park?

The main attraction near Camp Douglas is Mill Bluff State Park Campground, which features unique geological formations including towering rock formations and bluffs. Another nearby attraction is Roche A Cri State Park Campground, where visitors can explore the park's namesake mound, hike through old-growth pine forests, and seasonally forage for wild black raspberries. Both parks offer hiking trails, picnic areas, and opportunities for photography. The unique rock formations provide excellent climbing opportunities for more adventurous visitors, while the surrounding forests offer peaceful settings for nature enthusiasts.

Is Camp Douglas a good base camp for exploring Northern Wisconsin?

Camp Douglas is better suited as a base camp for exploring central Wisconsin rather than northern Wisconsin. It offers convenient access to popular central Wisconsin attractions, particularly the Wisconsin Dells area where you'll find Mirror Lake State Park with its excellent kayaking, fishing, and hiking opportunities. For northern Wisconsin exploration, you'd be better positioned at campgrounds farther north like Buckhorn State Park Campground, which offers a unique Northwoods-like experience but is still centrally located. Camp Douglas is ideal for visiting central Wisconsin attractions like Castle Rock Lake, Petenwell Lake, and the various state parks in the immediate region.

How do I get to Camp Douglas State Park from nearby cities in Wisconsin?

Camp Douglas is conveniently located right off Interstate 90/94 in central Wisconsin, making it easily accessible from major cities. From Madison, take I-90/94 northwest for about 70 miles (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes). From Milwaukee, head west on I-94 for about 130 miles (2 hours). La Crosse residents can travel east on I-90 for about 50 miles (45 minutes). Oakdale KOA is adjacent to I-90, highlighting the area's excellent highway access. From the Wisconsin Dells area, where Rocky Arbor State Park Campground is located, it's a short 20-minute drive north on Highway 12/16.

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