Camping spots near Edgerton, Wisconsin center primarily around lake access with most locations situated within a 10-mile radius. The region sits at approximately 850 feet above sea level in Wisconsin's glacial plains, where summer temperatures average 70-85°F during peak camping season. Most campgrounds have mainly level terrain with minimal elevation changes, making them accessible without specialized vehicles.
What to do
Water activities at Lake Koshkonong: Pettits Lakeview Campground & Bar offers 850 feet of waterfront access to both Rock River and Lake Koshkonong. "This campground caters to RVs, mobile homes, permanent dwellings and semi-permanent RVs parked to stay," and includes "a nice playground and four sand volleyball courts" along with "a large sandy beach" with "easy access to both the water and a bar and grill."
Fishing at local lakes: Blackhawk Camping Resort provides direct access to Clear Lake system. As one camper noted, "The biggest attraction here though hasn't changed, which is the quick and EZ access to Clear Lake, which is actually a combination of 3 different lakes: Mud Lake, Clear Lake and Duck Lake, which basically surrounds the entirety of Blackhawk Camping Resort and offers up endless fishing, kayaking and boating opportunities."
Trail exploration: Lake Farm County Park offers extensive trail access. "There are trails right through the campground that are on Madison's trail system. There is a daily fee for the trails but I think it was $5 for the day." Another camper mentioned it's "a 30-minute ride from downtown Madison and you could practice both your biking and tent gear."
What campers like
Weekend activities: Milton-Madison SE KOA organizes regular events. "They have 2 playgrounds, a nice pool, games and activities for the kids over weekends, and the rv sites are well spaced," one camper shared. Another visitor noted that "The Halloween weekend are fun" and mentioned they "have everything from just electrical hook up to full hookup to drive through spots."
Privacy at sites: Lake Kegonsa State Park offers spacious wooded sites. One visitor commented on the "large private sites with good space between them in a lovely wooded setting. Very nice hiking trails right from campground." Another camper called it "a quiet but activity filled campground" with "very clean" bathrooms that are "well maintained."
Swimming options: Several campgrounds feature swimming areas beyond what's mentioned in the existing description. At Creekview RV Park, "a charming little creek runs through it, giving the place its name." The campground offers "a small building with bathroom facilities" and sites with "ample gravel pads for parking."
What you should know
Seasonal challenges: Spring flooding affects some campgrounds. At Lakeland Camping Resort, campers reported that "half of camping sites closed due to flooding" during some seasons. Another camper noted they were "placed on a site that wasn't ready. Moved us to another site that the power was out on."
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some locations. At Creekview RV Park, "the campground is very close to the freeway and there is a constant din of traffic noise." One camper recorded a video "to experience just how close the highway is." Campers seeking quiet might prefer more secluded options.
Management variations: Badgerland Campground receives consistently positive reviews for staff. "New owners Allison and Chris are very friendly, helpful and exhibit the pride of Ownership in every aspect of the campground." Another camper called it the "cleanest restroom/showers I can ever recall at a campground."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Focus on campgrounds with dedicated children's amenities. One family at Milton-Madison SE KOA noted, "They have a ton of things to do for the family like a baseball backstop, sand volleyball, horse shoes, a playground etc." Another mentioned, "This place was the best on our trip so far... The pool was great."
Budget considerations: Several campgrounds have additional fees. At Badgerland Campground, one camper mentioned, "The Dyrt also says they have WiFi. They do, but there is a daily 'per device' charge for it." Another noted, "A charge of $5 per person for any visitors you have adds to this feeling (plus an additional $5/car the visitors arrive in)."
Weather preparation: Summer storms can affect camping experiences. "We had rain all of our first day, and our site didn't flood just a few puddles here and there and the ground was mushy for about another day and a half," reported a camper at Lakeland Camping Resort, demonstrating the typical drainage conditions after rain.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: At Hickory Hills Campground, "the sites close to the store are so nice! Wooded and somewhat private." Another camper noted, "There are many permanent campers but they are all friendly and welcoming." Site numbering helps with selection: "We had site 2, which is level and there is a picnic table and fire ring."
Utility considerations: Electric service varies between locations. Creekview RV Park offers "water and electric hookups for RVs" with "a central sewer dump." One camper noted they had "plenty of open sites with electrical hook ups. Some 30 amp, but more 50 amp, which is just what we needed to charge our Tesla Model Y while we slept inside."
Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds have low clearance hazards. One Lake Kegonsa State Park visitor warned of "an oak tree near entry with low branches" that "took the AC off our friend's fifth wheel." They also reported "a low hanging overpass" that "took the roofs off TWO fifth wheels while we were staying there." The camper noted "terrible signage in park does not indicate height of bridge."
