Campsites near King, Wisconsin sit in the heart of the Central Wisconsin River Basin, characterized by sandy soil and numerous glacial lakes. The region's flat to gently rolling terrain typically receives significant snowfall from November through March, with summer temperatures averaging in the mid-70s°F. Camping facilities in this region can accommodate visitors from approximately mid-April through mid-October, though specific opening dates vary by campground.
What to do
Kayaking on interconnected waterways: Lake Emily Park offers excellent access to water recreation with a boat landing and swimming areas. "Swimming area, playground, boat landing, shelter building to rent, very clean free showers, and flush and pit toilets," notes Donna W., who appreciates the park's amenities.
Biking on paved and off-road trails: The region features extensive biking options for different skill levels. A visitor at Hartman Creek State Park Campground mentions, "We enjoy bringing the family's bikes and love the single trail bike paths through the woods. Has a nice small lake to bring your own kayaks and SUPs or rent on site."
Fishing for local species: Multiple lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. At Hartman Creek State Park, Jen E. reports, "Allen Lake has a fishing pier that the kids loved fishing from. Good catches early in the morning!"
Wildlife observation: The natural habitats support diverse wildlife viewing. "Everything was great overall, but most of all my son was pretty enamored by all of the awesome wildlife we saw on the strip," shares Melissa B. about her experience at Fremont RV Campground.
What campers like
Private, wooded sites: Many campgrounds offer sites with good tree coverage. At Hartman Creek State Park, one camper notes, "Our site was larger, almost fully shaded under a mix of coniferous and deciduous trees."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathrooms and showers. According to Ellen B., Hartman Creek offers "Clean bathrooms with showers. Most sites don't have hookups. There's an upcharge for out-of-staters."
Quiet atmosphere: Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours. A visitor at S'Mores Campground appreciated that "it was a very quiet campground and everyone followed rules for the quiet time."
Water access: Direct lake access is highly valued. Jon C. describes S'Mores Campground as a "Great little campground. Owners were very friendly. Very quiet campground. Nice pool."
What you should know
Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds operate only during warmer months. Rustic Woods Campgrounds is notable for being open "All year," providing a winter camping option.
Amenity schedules vary: Some campground facilities have limited hours. "The bar & grill is only open Thursday-Saturday. This is also where you need to go to get items for mini golf and is attached to the ice cream shop, arcade, etc," explains Jason W. about Rustic Woods Campgrounds.
Cell service challenges: Network coverage can be unreliable in some locations. At Evergreen Campsites and Resort, one visitor notes, "the only cell service available in the area is AT&T. As a Verizon subscriber, we were completely off grid the entire weekend."
Train noise: Some campgrounds experience railway disturbances. Donna W. mentions that at Lake Emily Park, "Only downfall is an active train going through at night."
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with organized activities: Fremont RV Campground offers extensive programming. "Tons of activities for kids and adults. Water parks, mini golf, playgrounds, arcade, train rides. During Father's Day weekend they have a car show," says Brent G.
Consider cabin options: Many campgrounds offer alternative accommodations. Annabelle G. shares that at S'Mores Campground, "We rented a cabin for the weekend. Amazing cabins, amazing setup, they all have picnic tables and benches on porch. Cabin had three beds, fridge, air conditioner, two windows, plenty of plugs in."
Check for beach facilities: Lake swimming areas are popular for families. Michael L. appreciates how Hartman Creek State Park has "swimming area fishing hiking trails. My favorite camping ground even when was a kid."
Reserve water-adjacent sites: Some campgrounds have premium waterfront locations. Christopher S. notes that at S'Mores Campground, "The site we had was along the lake and very flat, but we were too close to our neighbors and the lake view was less than amazing."
Tips from RVers
Book early for electrical sites: Limited hookup availability means planning ahead. At Evergreen Campsites and Resort, all campsites have "electric and water" according to reviews.
Check price-to-amenity value: Some RV parks charge premium rates. Scott B. found Fremont RV Campground "expensive at 80$ for water and electric only on a dirt pull through."
Consider site spacing: Privacy varies significantly between campgrounds. Lisa S. warns that at Fremont RV Campground, "Sites are close together with nothing in between. No privacy."
Verify dump station availability: Most campgrounds offer sanitary dumps. Waupaca S'more Fun Campground provides "several types of sites available, some rustic, some full service and some in-between" according to Anne H., giving RVers multiple options.
