Camping options near Camp Douglas, Wisconsin provide convenient access to both natural attractions and tourist destinations within 30-45 minutes. The region features a mix of wooded and open sites with varied elevation, typically experiencing warm summers with highs around 80°F and winter lows often below freezing. Most campgrounds remain open from mid-April through mid-October with seasonal closures during winter months.
What to Do
Hiking trails: Devils Lake State Park is accessible from Fox Hill RV Park, located 10 minutes from the Dells. "We went to Devils lake for a day & hiked around the grotto it was beautiful. There is a spot Big Blue herons nest in the tall pines they make a lot of noise. They had babies in their nests," notes a visitor to Fox Hill RV Park.
Local attractions: The International Crane Foundation offers unique bird viewing opportunities. "We went to the crane foundation that was nice, beautiful birds they are," according to a camper staying at Fox Hill RV Park.
Water recreation: Lake Neshonoc provides various water activities near West Salem. "The lake is about 600 acres in size and about 11 feet deep at the deepest point. Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Muskie, Pike, Walleye, and Bluegill can be caught at this location," explains a reviewer at Neshonoc Lakeside.
Fishing access: Whiskey Creek offers trout fishing opportunities. "Enjoyed the nature trails and fly fishing for trout on the riverbank. Very peaceful and relaxing," mentions a camper at Whiskey Creek Family RV Park.
What Campers Like
Swimming options: Multiple water features appeal to campers seeking relief from summer heat. "The kids loved the blow ops in the pond. The pool was nice, but a bit colder than the pond. It's heated with a solar cover," notes a visitor to Fox Hill RV Park.
Scenic views: Lakefront sites provide natural beauty. "Snag a spot with a lake view if you can! The lake is absolutely stunning," recommends a Neshonoc Lakeside camper.
Evening entertainment: Weekend activities extend into evening hours at many rv parks near Camp Douglas, Wisconsin. "Sunday night a jimmy buffet cover band played," mentions a Neshonoc Lakeside visitor, while another notes, "In the evening there was a Glow Parade where the full timers decked out their golf carts and drove around- candy for kids and lots of dancing."
Proximity to attractions: The central location allows easy access to multiple destinations. "This is a great campground for the family. Hosts provide plenty of activities like a DJ, breakfast, and lunch and donuts! Rentals for golf carts are available and a store on site," says a camper at Yukon Trails Camping Resort.
What You Should Know
Site conditions: Terrain varies significantly between campgrounds and site sections. "The sites are split between full timer seasonal sites and daily campers. The sites are all level, have a fire pit and picnic table. They are pretty open, so you're close to your neighbors and little shade or privacy," explains a Neshonoc Lakeside camper.
Bathroom facilities: Quality and availability of restrooms fluctuates by location and time of day. "Bathrooms are well kept and clean, with nice shower facilities that area accessible," notes a visitor to Neshonoc Lakeside, while others mention pay showers at some locations.
Utility placement: Extension cords may be necessary at certain campgrounds. "Great main Lodge, good size sites but bring extension cords for electrical hook ups.... Odd outlet placement," advises a visitor to Arrowhead RV Campground.
Reservation requirements: Advance booking becomes essential during peak periods, particularly for weekend stays from June through August. "We stayed over Memorial Day Weekend at site 183. It was 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," shares a Neshonoc Lakeside camper.
Tips for Camping with Families
Activity planning: Scheduled events provide entertainment throughout the day. "This is a great family campground. Hosts provide plenty of activities like a DJ, breakfast, and lunch and donuts," reports a Yukon Trails visitor.
Play areas: Playgrounds and recreational facilities offer children's activities. "There are well kept large outdoor games like chess, connect 4, and checkers. There's a playground with a basketball court and tennis and still plenty of space to play your own game, like frisbee," explains a Fox Hill camper.
Water activities: Swimming ponds with inflatables provide family entertainment. "They also have a beautiful white sand beach around a 1-acre swim pond. The water was the color of the Caribbean with these huge blow-up toys and slides in the middle. Kids loved it," shares a Whiskey Creek visitor.
Noise considerations: Racing venues near some campgrounds create periodic noise. "Don't forget the racetrack across the way has races Saturday night," warns an Arrowhead RV Campground visitor.
Tips from RVers
Leveling needs: Site conditions vary, requiring different leveling equipment. "Our site was very unlevel side to side. It took two 2x6 and a 1x6 under the camp side to be level. That made the first step into the coach, and last step out of the coach extremely high off the ground," reports an RVer at Fox Hill.
Water quality: Local water sources may require filtration. "Make sure to use a water filter outside your camper. The water left an orange residue in our dog bowls, sinks and pipes," advises a visitor at Ho-Chunk RV Resort & Campground.
Site selection: Different sections offer varying experiences within the same campground. "The B sites are shaded and seem larger than the rest. We stayed at site B6, which as far as I could tell is the largest site at fox hill," notes a camper at Fox Hill.
