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Milton-Madison SE KOA Campground welcomes pets across all accommodation types including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping options. The campground maintains clean, spacious sites with ample shade trees and full hookups for RVs. Dogs are permitted throughout the grounds with standard leash requirements. Campers with pets appreciate the grassy walking areas and nearby recreational fields for exercising their animals. The family-friendly environment features multiple playgrounds, a swimming pool, recreational activities, and a central clubhouse. Campground roads are well-maintained with both paved and gravel surfaces, making dog walking comfortable and accessible. The campground provides trash pickup directly at campsites, convenient for disposing of pet waste.
Hickory Hills Campground and Creekview RV Park also accommodate pets with designated pet-friendly sites. Pettits Lakeview Campground offers unique waterfront access for dogs with 850 feet of shoreline along Rock River and Lake Koshkonong. Dogs can enjoy water activities while their owners relax at the beachfront area. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed when outside RVs or tents. The nearby Lake Kegonsa State Park permits pets in designated camping areas and on specific trails, though restrictions apply in swimming areas and buildings. Seasonal considerations include summer humidity and limited shade at some locations. Wildlife encounters require keeping pets secured, particularly during dawn and dusk hours. Highway noise affects some campgrounds, particularly Creekview which sits close to Interstate 90, something to consider for pets sensitive to traffic sounds.
"No enclosed dog park but plenty of area to walk your dog!"
"I'm going to try to make it a couple times. so much fun, just me and my dog. And one last the thing, my fellow campers were more than hospitable and very nice and I appreciate that very much."
"Good hiking around the lake and mostly dog friendly. Nice play ground with horse she pits."
"Just a quick 2 hour drive from our home in Chicago, with large wooded sites for privacy. Clean bathrooms."
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability"The sites close to the store are so nice! wooded and somewhat private. Love that they have a sparkling clean (but cold!) pool and a lake with a beach!"
"Our site was nicely wooded and a decent size, but everyone was pretty close to each other. When we were there, the women's shower was freezing and the men's was almost uncomfortably hot."
from $42 / night
Check Availability"Right off i90, and next to fuel and food stops. Family run campground with 40 sites that have water and electric. They are cash or check only, with no online booking. Sites are snug."
"We came to this area to do some genealogical work and needed to be situated between Madison and Beloit. Good location for that."
"Set along Lake Koshkonong this place was bursting with energy and feels more like a summer resort than a traditional campground with over 270 full-hookup sites and cozy cabins for families who don’t have"
"Very family and pet friendly with activities, lake and bar. Really enjoyed our overnight stay on a cross-country trip - highly recommend!"
"We booked in VIP 1, which is right next to the bath house. We wanted to be close to the showers (coin op). We figured since we’re at a sporting event that might be nice. Very quiet at night."
from $40 - $60 / night
Check Availability"There are very wide bike/hiking paths that are paved or stone. The huge lake has boating opportunities and you can rent a boat in McFarland that is a short drive or bike ride. "
"If you haven’t reserved a site, there are several sites for walk-ins but you have to be present to sign/obtain them."
from $18 - $28 / night
Check Availability"While this isn’t the most amazing RV parking lot you’ll come across, it does have some of the absolute most amazing waterfront real estate with 850 feet of sweeping views of nearby Rock River (to the west"
"I didn't stay here but I did walk through the place to get to know it. This is an RV campground, I did not see any places for tent camping. "
GuideFriendly staff and a nicely stocked store. Has a pool, petting zoo, kayaks, rocky beach, dog park, and a land pillow! The sites are spaced out well and there are more secluded sites so you have the feeling of privacy or big group sites for a big party.
GuideWe love private campsites, far enough away from other campers, yet close enough to amenities. We chose a walk in site #16 which was nice but I wish we chose one a bit further in. Bathrooms where very clean. Trails are great. Pet friendly - we brought our small, quiet dogs. Dog friendly restaurant right next to the camp site.
TravelerJust became KOA met local campers that love this park! Good sites, trash pickup at side! They even have a snack bar and deliver to your campsite! No enclosed dog park but plenty of area to walk your dog!
GuideAbsolutely beautiful, reasonable prices, electric available. Tons of restrooms, showers, laundry, and wonderful camp hosts. Huge beach area, dog park, fishing as well. Shop to buy items you may need and absolutely wonderful place. Open all year round
LegendWe enjoyed this park so much we have already been here twice and have a third trip planned for this coming September. There are very wide bike/hiking paths that are paved or stone.
The huge lake has boating opportunities and you can rent a boat in McFarland that is a short drive or bike ride. We rented a boat to fish and then drove across the lake to eat at a restaurant with boat parking.
The nature center is across the street from the campground and has a small snack bar/restaurant. There are cranes walking all around and the park is so big it has different types of plants to explore. There is an observation tower and in the picnic area a playground. The best part is the boardwalk that extents over the lake and you are walking/riding on water.
About a half a mile away is a very nice dog park that you receive admission to if you have a campsite.
Dane County has many parks in their system and we have stayed at several and all are great.
GuideThis is a popular place in the area, the human beaches are full and the small pet beach area was well used by my husband, myself and our two dogs; Odinn & Frigga over Memorial Day. The hiking is amazing , particularly the Oakgrove trail, plenty to see with beautiful views. There is boating, canoeing, etc. Bring the strongest mosquito repellent you can get, Wisconsin in summer can be rough. We tried our Black Diamond poles and Thule day bags and we got to try cooling vests for the dogs from Ruffwear. It was so much fun. Note that there are sites to camp, cabins nearby and plenty of Hipcamp sites near. Strongly recommend Riverview Bottoms, which sits in a 500 acre property and is 10 min away.
ScoutMy first time at a campsite and new to the rv life. This campground is nice and so are the employees grass gets cut every week, the pool is clean, so is the dog park, my husband likes going to the camp bathroom for a hot shower because our rv only has 10 gallons of hot water. We did 3 months at the camp!
GuideWe stayed in our 42 ft motor home with jeep tow. We drove to the park in our jeep at nine am on a Sunday to check availability. If you haven’t reserved a site, there are several sites for walk-ins but you have to be present to sign/obtain them. Check out time is three pm but weekend people often leave earlier in the day and that is what occurred for us. Several sites have 50 amp plus there are thirty amp And non electric/tent sites available. The campground has showers and bathrooms but this is a county park so understand these are not hotel facilities. They are adequate for campIng. There are biking and hiking trails in and through the park and trail users also share the restrooms. The park is close to Madison. There is WiFi but the signal is variable. The ranger and campground hosts were friendly and helpful. Four legged campers on leash can walk with you on the trails and there is s nearby dog park.
LegendMy first impression when I first arrived here was the overwhelming scent of a newly minted campground, what with the freshly laid gravel, the mint condition security gates, finely manicured and recently raked greenery (as it was October when we visited, it might be better described as brownery) surrounded by a fairly decent gated enclosure lined with perfectly pruned tall towering oaks. Upon arrival, you’ll find what looks to be a brand-spanking new log cabin office on the right after passing a seemingly freshly-minted activities center / community lodge complete with in-ground heated swimming pool and jacuzzi on the left.
Amenities? As you could guess, this pet-friendly 60-acre RV resort has all the attractions in spades from pickleball, playgrounds, volleyball, log pergola patio, full hook-ups (30 / 50 amp electric, water & sewage), picnic tables, fire pits, BBQ grills, wagon rides, river access, picnic areas, bathhouses w/ showers & restrooms, cable TV WiFi (pretty poor connection though), gaga ball, game room, community room, billiards table, playground, wet bar, tabletop shuffleboard, community living room with large screen TV, DVD player w/ DVD library, clubhouse, dog park, horseshoes, hot tub, covered pavilions with picnic tables, catch & release ponds, inflatable water toys, jumping pillow, laundr-O-mat, propane refueling station and dump station.
Insider’s tips? Here’s a handful: (1) This place isn’t EZ to find – for some reason, if you plug the campground into your GPS, you’ll literally be on the wrong side of the tracks, where you will arrive at a dead end with a sign that says you are in the wrong place and that you’ll need to double-back, cross the train tracks heading north and turn right just before arriving to High Road School of Belvidere (so if you see a school, you’ve gone too far); (2) You will want to take note that yes, you actually cross train tracks to get to this campground, so if you’re sharp, you’re going to want to ensure you haven’t booked a site right next to where trains will shoot through every few hours, this specifically means avoiding sites #E1-#E5 and #FS23-#FS36 as well as #FE1-#FE20; (3) If you’re a tent camper, you can certainly stay here, but you will want to note that this is very much an RV outpost; (4) The best sites IMHO are those on the northernmost perimeter, as far away from the train tracks as you can get and that also border the Kishwaukee River with sites #S9-#S20 being excellent, as well as #S25-#S81, which are equally amazing; (5) 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 – when we were there for 2 days, by the time we left, the pool was still too cold to go for a dip; and (6) When you grow weary of trying to conjure up a meal from the depths of your Cordova roto-molded cooler and want to venture out to try some local fare, just a short walk into the nearby town is Garden Prairie Café, which has a very simple menu offering no shortage of fried everything (fish, shrimp, chicken, etc.) and then there’s Pleasant Street Tavern, but that’s mostly cheap national beers and frozen pizza fare, so if you want something a bit more substantive, head west of here to Miles Bar N’ Grill that serves up typical Midwestern fare like cheese curds, pork tenderloin, Italian beef and a variety of fried fish like blue gill, cod and catfish.
Happy Camping!
Camping options around Edgerton, Wisconsin sit in the glacial terrain of south-central Wisconsin, characterized by kettle moraines and small lakes formed from receding ice sheets. The area's relatively flat topography at approximately 850 feet above sea level creates accessible camping conditions across most seasons. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-85°F with moderate humidity, while spring and fall camping requires preparation for temperature fluctuations.
Fishing at Lake Koshkonong: The 10,000-acre Lake Koshkonong offers excellent fishing opportunities with multiple species. According to one visitor at Pettits Lakeview Campground & Bar, "the clarity of the lake is quite low, this fishing hole yields some pretty amazing Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye and Catfish."
Golfing at nearby courses: Several campgrounds provide easy access to local golf options. At Creekview RV Park, "golfers can walk next door to a three-par course," as one camper noted, making it convenient for those who want to mix outdoor recreation with camping.
Biking on local trails: The area features extensive biking infrastructure connecting campgrounds to nearby towns. One visitor at William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground shared, "There are some great paved bike trails (Capital City Trail) that connects you to Madison and all the city has to offer. If you're looking to bike or run the trails, it's the perfect jump off point."
Waterfront access: The region's lakes provide popular swimming and boating opportunities. A camper at Lakeland Camping Resort enjoyed "2 swimming pools, a sandy beach, playgrounds, mini golf, sports courts... during the day we ventured onto the lake for kayaking and fishing, which felt like a little adventure just steps from our site."
Clean, modern facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept amenities. At Badgerland Campground, one visitor appreciated the "cleanest restroom/showers I can ever recall at a campground. Very family and pet friendly with activities, lake and bar."
Weekend activities: Organized events keep campers entertained throughout their stay. At Hickory Hills Campground, "On Saturday there was a live band playing on the beach, people were dancing, cheering and having the best time of their lives," according to one reviewer who appreciated the social atmosphere.
Site variations and availability: Campground layouts vary significantly across the region. At Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground, "large private sites with good space between them in a lovely wooded setting" contrasts with more open layouts at other parks.
Highway noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience traffic noise due to their location. One camper at Creekview RV Park 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."
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the area operate from mid-April to mid-October. During peak summer weekends, campgrounds fill quickly, particularly those with water access. A visitor to Hickory Hills noted, "Pool being closed made the beach crazy busy," highlighting how amenity availability affects crowding.
Activity-focused campgrounds for kids: Choose campgrounds with dedicated facilities for children. At Milton-Madison SE KOA, "Great place to bring our three boys. There are 2 playgrounds, a nice pool, games and activities for the kids over weekends, and the rv sites are well spaced... We were able to rent a golf cart which the kids got a kick out of."
Budget for additional fees: Many family-oriented campgrounds charge for extras. One camper at Badgerland Campground mentioned, "A charge of $5 per person for any visitors you have adds to this feeling (plus an additional $5/car the visitors arrive in)," so plan for these costs when budgeting.
Plan for varied weather: The region experiences unpredictable weather patterns. Campsites with partial shade offer the best compromise during summer heat. At Hickory Hills, "wooded and somewhat private" sites near the store provide better protection from summer sun.
Access challenges: Some parks have specific access limitations. At Lake Kegonsa State Park, one RVer warned, "CAUTION for RVs: there is an oak tree near entry with low branches and it took the AC off our friend's fifth wheel. There is also a low hanging overpass and it took the roofs off TWO fifth wheels while we were staying there."
Varying hookup options: Hookup availability differs across campgrounds. A camper at Blackhawk Camping Resort noted, "Sites come in either grass or gravel, so be sure to ask when booking. Additional amenities include: horseshoe pits, boat slips, laundry-O-mat, activity center, boat ramp, designated dumpsters, on-site store, fishing dock, dance pavilion and volleyball court."
Dog-friendly campgrounds near Edgerton: Multiple campgrounds welcome pets, with specific amenities for dog owners. At Badgerland Campground, described as "very pet friendly with activities, lake and bar," dogs are permitted throughout common areas. For RVers with pets, the campgrounds provide walking trails and designated pet areas, making them among the most accommodating pet-friendly options in south-central Wisconsin.
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