RV campers near Clinton, Wisconsin find several seasonal options within 30 miles of town. The landscape features rolling hills and small lakes, with most campgrounds open from mid-April through mid-October when average temperatures range from 60-85°F. Campgrounds around Clinton cater primarily to RVs with varying degrees of privacy between sites.
What to do
Fishing access: The lakes surrounding Blackhawk Camping Resort in Milton provide excellent fishing opportunities. "Clear Lake, which is actually a combination of 3 different lakes: Mud Lake, Clear Lake and Duck Lake...offers up endless fishing, kayaking and boating opportunities," notes one camper who visited recently.
Golf options: Travelers staying at Creekview RV Park in Edgerton can walk to a neighboring golf course. "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," mentions a reviewer who appreciated the convenience.
Water activities: Many campers enjoy swimming during summer months. At Lakeland Camping Resort, a visitor remarked, "Beach was amazing!!" while another camper observed that many RV sites at River Bend are positioned for recreational enjoyment with "a nice swim pond, great pool, fishing…you name it, it's probably here."
What campers like
Family-oriented activities: River Bend RV Resort offers numerous recreation options. One visitor describes it as "a young kids heaven. Tons of activities! All included with admission etc... four wheel bikes to take out, jumping balloon, pool with multiple water slides, pond with blow up floating slides and climbing activities, canoes, a bar and restaurant, mini golf, frisbee golf, live music some weekends."
Lakefront access: Campers appreciate properties with water access like Lakeland Camping Resort, where even those with criticisms noted, "Big sites, not a lot of bugs or critters, electric available, pool but was closed at our visit...Water on site, not from other campsites."
Clean facilities: Several campgrounds maintain well-kept amenities. At Sycamore RV Resort, a camper praised the "Very nice shower house and restrooms" while another mentioned it's "Very well maintained with gravel pads. Nice lake for fishing and a beach area for the kids to go swimming."
What you should know
Seasonal limitations: Most RV parks around Clinton operate seasonally. For example, Sycamore RV Resort notes specific seasonal restrictions: "No tent camping allowed but pop up trailers on up are welcome. Very nice grounds that are quiet. 10 minute drive to town."
Site variations: Spacing between sites differs considerably between campgrounds. One visitor to Lakeland Camping Resort complained, "We went here for a friend's birthday. It felt like we were packed in like sardines. Barely enough space to use the fire pit."
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some locations. A Creekview RV Park visitor observed, "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."
Tips for camping with families
Heated pool availability: Northwoods RV Resort offers amenities for children but requires planning. "If you are planning on using that amazing pool that you saw as you came in, make sure you call management a good day or two before you come in to ensure that they turn on the heater," advises one camper.
Activity schedules: Family activities vary by season and staffing. At Blackhawk Camping Resort, a visitor mentioned, "They had an activity director driving around (at a safe speed on a golf cart...) handing out craft bags for all the kids since activities were cancelled due to covid."
Playground options: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. At Northwoods RV Resort, a recent visitor noted, "The parks are great. But it's definitely a more lay back and relax kind of place. Not a ton of stuff to do for kids."
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Thousand Trails Pine Country in Belvidere provides various RV services. According to campers, the park is "traditionally a membership campground" with "good people here. It is close to home and we start and finish the camping season here."
Leveling requirements: RV sites in the region often require adjustment. At Creekview RV Park, visitors appreciate the "sites are of decent size and fairly quiet" while noting they provide "ample gravel pads for parking."
Internet connectivity: WiFi quality varies significantly between campgrounds. One camper at Northwoods RV Resort noted that "the WiFi is terrible, if you need it for work purposes, you will be disappointed," suggesting travelers bring alternative connectivity solutions.
