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Glamping near Camp Douglas, WI
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Pine View Campground at Fort McCoy and Tunnel Trail Campground house upscale glamping accommodations near Camp Douglas, Wisconsin. Pine View offers year-round glamping yurts with electricity, while Tunnel Trail features luxury canvas cabins with comfortable beds and private fire rings. Both locations provide full hookup amenities including hot showers, flush toilets, and picnic areas for a refined outdoor experience. One visitor noted, "The sites are spacious and very well kept, with a great view of the lake. Very easy to back in and get set up, almost level and took very little adjustment to get our spot in order." Wildcat Mountain State Park also offers glamping options with electricity and proximity to scenic overlooks of the Kickapoo River Valley.
The Kickapoo River provides exceptional paddling experiences for glamping guests at Wildcat Mountain, with canoe and kayak rentals available from outfitters in nearby Ontario. According to a camper, "This is a great place to start your Kickapoo River kayaking adventure. We booked two kayaks with one of the Ontario-based outfitters and spent a glorious September day paddling and floating the absolutely beautiful river." Glamping accommodations at these locations offer convenient access to hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and stargazing opportunities. Mill Bluff State Park provides additional glamping options with swimming facilities at its beach area. Most luxury camping sites in the region operate seasonally from May through October, though Pine View maintains year-round availability for those seeking winter glamping experiences.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Camp Douglas (50)
1. Mill Bluff State Park Campground
"There were only trees behind us and our neighbors were far enough way we had privacy. There was no electricity, but we charged our phones and my son’s iPad at the ranger station."
"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."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $37 / night
2. Wildcat Mountain State Park Campground
"NOTE; Google maps makes it look like the campground and landing are near each other. They are not."
"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."
32 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $19 - $110 / night
3. Tunnel Trail Campground
"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."
4. Petenwell Park
"A nice camping option with a more peaceful, spread-out lake feel."
"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."
5. Castle Rock County Park
"We had site A11, and just loved the location. The A loop is overlooking the lake and close to the beach."
"A great spot for camping right on Castle Rock Lake. It has that easy, laid-back lake campground feel, with plenty to do without having to leave the park."
6. Roche A Cri State Park Campground
"Chill and relaxing camp ground in Roche A’ Cri Wisconsin State park. Sites surrounded by old growth pines and adjacent to park’s name sake, Roche A’ Cri mound."
"We camped on site 40 which was very flat so it was easy to find a position for the tent. The sites are small but practical and offered a nice bench in addition to the picnic table."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $37 / night
7. Deer Run Campground
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $30 / night
8. Pine View Campground - Fort McCoy
"Situated within short distance of the Mississippi surrounded by trails and kayak friendly rivers."
"We were told to go straight to our site and setup and they will check on us later. By morning there was a marker on the pole."
9. Chapparal Campground And Resort
"This ultra clean campground has amazing shower and bathroom facilities. All the camp sites are shady and super well kept."
"There is plenty to do here and it’s close to many other activities. They have a pool for a cooling dip in the summer heat."
10. Wilderness Park (Juneau County)
"Some sites will come with electric though most are rustic. Some sites with electric can be found with lake access. Plenty of space between sites. "
"A great campground with out of this world lake views. Most sites come with amazing lake views. Great for watching the sun rise up over the lake. Great swimming, fishing and playing."
Check Availabilityfrom $17 - $23 / night
Drive Time
- 47 min from La Crosse, WI
- 1 hr 20 min from Madison, WI
- 1 hr 45 min from Wausau, WI
- 1 hr 47 min from Oshkosh, WI
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Glamping Reviews near Camp Douglas, WI
268 Reviews of 50 Camp Douglas Campgrounds
- BBriana K.
ScoutNeshonoc Lakeside
Beautiful, clean, fun
I was a little skeptical after a negative review about the regular residents, so I watched for that dynamic. We were camping with another family so we had 8 kids between the two of us and I was worried all those kiddos would upset people. Quite the opposite experience from that review and it motivated me to leave this one to help provide a good picture. I have nothing bad to say about our camping experience. We did go a little out of season (September 12) so a lot of the campsites were empty. Most their sites are flat, and clean. The grass was well mowed and maintained. They had activities for the kids (Halloween). People that drove by were friendly and smiling, and waiving. We had people drop off candy for the kids asking parents first. We had people offer basketballs for our kids to use while they were away from their site. Me and my friend were about to haul ice bags and wood up a huge hill on foot and someone stopped their golf cart and emptied it of what they were carrying to give us a ride to our campsite. The kids tootled about on their bikes being kids with no negative experiences. There were a couple of kids on motor scooters whose engines were kind of obnoxious but that’s going to happen more and more at campgrounds, and it wasn’t during quiet hours. We had sites atop the “full Lakeview” and it was honestly surprising how beautiful it was up there. I think it can be difficult to get a view when you’re camping but those sites had it. We knew the full lake view sites were open so we took the cheaper ones across from them, but still saw the same view. There was a great amount of space between the sites we used. The only possible critique I might offer is in that specific row there weren’t many trees for shade, but the weather was cooler so it didn’t affect us, but if we went in the summer it might have been more uncomfortable without that natural shade. The bath houses and showers were great!!! I feel like a good bath house can make or break a campsite and we’ve been to some smaller ones that were quite lacking but this one was great. Very clean, not many bugs, spacious, real doors on the shower stalls. We did not arrive in season to utilize the pool area but it looked great from the other side of the gate ;) - the parks were well maintained and the kids loved them. there was a set of stairs that went from up the hill down to the office that looked a little sketchy but they were closed off for use. If you didn’t have a golf cart or couldn’t ride a bike, the trek from where we stayed to the office might be a challenge. Overall we loved it and would definitely consider going again. The sites were a little pricey but had on site sewer hookup which is fantastic.
Carrie P.ScoutYogi Bear TM Camp-Resort & Waterplayground
Jellystone
It's really nice here. We happen to be the only campers in our section. So no neighbors yeah!
Dan M.ScoutHoliday Shores Campground
Money-grab if ever I saw one
Any property that charges $3.00 per pet PER NIGHT should be put out of business. I can understand (maybe) a one-time charge or fines if you're caught not cleaning up after your pet. But a nightly pet fee for each pet?? Never!!
- HHannah P.
GuideMill Bluff State Park Campground
Expensive but fine for 1-2 nights
Stayed hear on a very hot 90+degree day during a road trip, easy to reach from I90/94. Midweek, we were the only overnight guests. -Occasional loud noise from the road and train tracks. -At first was wary of paying for no showers and pit toilets for the price, but pit toilets were actually clean with no odor. -Spring fed swimming pond was good for a dip once you found a cool spot, but there are spots that felt like a hot tub. Beach is very nice sand, and there’s a playground for the kids. -Definitely check out the short hike up to Mill Bluff if you can tolerate steep rocky stairs, the view is beautiful. -Tried to check out the other trail near Camel Bluff but it was too overgrown to continue. -Electrical box is in the middle of the campsite near the picnic table, so power cables will need to be at least 30 feet long to comfortably reach your rig. -National Parks Pass is accepted for vehicle admission (separate from camping fee in WI) as this is part of the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve! -Sites 20/21 are great for proximity to swimming pond and toilets
HollowayFamilyOutdoorsGuidePetenwell Park
Relaxed and Refreshing
We wanted to visit family in the area at the last minute, and pulled up to see if they had any spot available. They gave us a list of available options, we drove through, and picked a site with the perfect spot to watch the sun set. Amenities are clean, theres a pool table and games in the office area.
Diana R.TravelerHo-Chunk RV Resort & Campground
Convenient RV Stay Near the Dells
Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells RV Park is a nice option if you want an easy RV stay close to the casino and Wisconsin Dells attractions. I like that it feels convenient and low-hassle, with full hook-up sites, Wi-Fi, showers, laundry, a playground, pet area, and access to some hotel/casino amenities.
Pros: great location, full hook-ups, convenient amenities, close to entertainment.
Cons: it is more practical than scenic, and it is RV-only, so no tent camping.
Overall, it’s a good pick if you want a comfortable RV base near the Dells instead of a rustic campground.
- Diana R.Traveler
Petenwell Park
Peaceful Lake Camping
A nice camping option with a more peaceful, spread-out lake feel. I like that it has camping, boating, swimming, fishing, hiking trails, a playground, concessions, and heated shower/restroom facilities all in one place. The boat launch and transient slips are a big plus if you’re bringing a boat. The only downside is that, like most lake campgrounds, summer weekends can get busy and its a bit of a drive to reach even a gas station so arrive prepared.
Overall, it’s a nice pick for a relaxed Wisconsin lake getaway. Recommended
- Diana R.Traveler
Castle Rock County Park
Great Wisconsin Lake Camping Spot
A great spot for camping right on Castle Rock Lake. It has that easy, laid-back lake campground feel, with plenty to do without having to leave the park. Between the swimming area, boat launch, fishing, playground, concessions, game room, showers, and year-round access, it’s a nice choice for families, campers, boaters, and anyone who just wants a simple Wisconsin lake getaway.
Guide to Camp Douglas
Camping near Camp Douglas, Wisconsin offers several options for outdoor stays at varying levels of amenity and price points. The area sits between the Driftless Area and Central Sand Plains regions with elevations ranging from 800 to 1,300 feet. Weather can shift quickly here during summer months, with temperatures ranging from 60°F nights to 85°F daytime highs and occasional thunderstorms.
What to do
Hiking at Roche A Cri State Park: Located near Friendship, this park features a 303-step stairway to a panoramic lookout point. According to one visitor, "The bluff hike was cool, the beach was ok and very small. Lots of train traffic and flights due to the nearby military base. The lake/pond is right on the road which makes for an odd experience." The park also contains prehistoric petroglyphs and natural rock formations worth exploring.
Biking on the Elroy-Sparta Trail: Tunnel Trail Campground provides direct access to this historic rail-trail. A camper notes, "The Elroy Sparta Bike Trail, North America's first rails-to-trails project, runs through the Tunnel Trail Campground. The campground is very nice, especially for tents and smaller campers and caters to bicyclists." The trail features three old railroad tunnels to ride through.
Swimming options: Several campgrounds feature swimming facilities beyond those mentioned in the existing description. As one visitor to Castle Rock County Park reports, "There's a big beach area roped off, and a swim platform for the big kids. There's a boat launch, and Buckhorn State park is just 15 min away if you need more trails."
What campers like
Natural quiet and seclusion: Wildcat Mountain State Park offers peaceful camping settings with adequate space between sites. A camper shares, "The sites were spaced apart far enough so you weren't on top of the other campers. Very beautiful scenery, especially from the lookout. All the fire rings come with grill racks for cooking."
Waterfront sites: Many campers appreciate lakeside camping options in the region. A visitor to Petenwell Park states, "We stayed in sight number nine which is right on Lake. Good fishing in lake for walleye. Campground is clean and has showers."
Year-round military base experience: For those seeking a unique camping experience, Pine View Campground at Fort McCoy operates throughout the year. One visitor notes, "Reveille, call to mess, retreat, tattoo and taps daily. If you was in the military and haven't heard bugle calls for awhile, this is the place."
What you should know
Highway noise affects some campgrounds: Several parks in the area are near highways or train tracks. A visitor to Mill Bluff State Park explains, "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."
Limited amenities at some sites: While luxury glamping near Camp Douglas offers many comforts, standard sites can be more basic. One camper at Mill Bluff noted, "There was no running water so bring sanitizer. The swimming pond was great and not rocky. The hikes were good but lots of mosquitoes which made it hard to enjoy."
Seasonality affects access: Most campgrounds operate from May through October, though some have different schedules. Roche A Cri State Park runs from "late Spring to early Fall," while Wilderness Park operates "May 1 - Oct 1," making advance planning necessary for early or late season trips.
Tips for camping with families
Look for swim-friendly options: Chapparal Campground offers excellent facilities for families with children. As one visitor describes, "This ultra clean campground has amazing shower and bathroom facilities. All the camp sites are shady and super well kept. On site there is a small swimming pool that is clean and not too deep, as well as a giant beach and swimming hole."
Consider site location and privacy: When selecting a site, corner or edge locations often provide better experiences for families. A camper at Mill Bluff recommends, "We picked site 2 and wish we picked 11 or 12. Those sites looked more secluded, where ours was right next to the road/entrance."
Pack for weather fluctuations: Summer temperatures can vary significantly, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms possible. Several campgrounds have limited shelter options, making proper rain gear essential for family trips during peak summer months.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling considerations: Wilderness Park offers spacious sites for RVs, though preparation for leveling may be needed. A visitor reports, "This is a very nice campground for those that don't require resort like amenities. Some sites will come with electric though most are rustic. Some sites with electric can be found with lake access."
Watch for tight corners: Larger rigs may face challenges at some campgrounds. One RVer at Tunnel Trail Campground warned, "We had difficulty getting to our site as tight corners for rigs 38 feet or more."
Utility hookups vary significantly: Full hookup availability differs widely between campgrounds, from basic electric-only sites to complete sewer/water/electric connections. Research specific utility needs before booking, especially for longer stays when tank capacities become more important.
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