Seasonal campgrounds near Elkhorn, Wisconsin provide access to both waterfront and wooded sites with varying levels of privacy. Most facilities in this region operate from mid-April through mid-October, closing during winter months when temperatures average below freezing. The terrain features rolling hills around several smaller lakes with camping elevations between 800-900 feet above sea level.
What to do
Fishing access: Snug Harbor Inn Campground offers lakefront sites with views of Turtle Lake. "They have a boat launch but we did not take our kayaks with us on this trip," noted one camper about Blackhawk. Another visitor at Snug Harbor Inn Campground mentioned, "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."
Swimming options: Many parks maintain dedicated swimming areas when water conditions allow. "Beautiful spot, very peaceful. There are two lakes, catch and release fishing. A small beach with a snack shack," reported a camper at Sycamore RV Resort. For families seeking more structured water activities, River Bend RV Resort provides "fantastic pool and water slides, outdoor bar and ice cream shop. Don't forget the lake and floating obstacle course."
Local exploration: The area offers opportunities to visit nearby towns. "If you are looking for a nice, different distraction that you wouldn't expect in these parts, let alone Wisconsin writ large, head on over to Timber Hill Winery, which is a family-run local vineyard featuring a fairly amazing tasting room," suggested a visitor to the Elkhorn region.
What campers like
Lake views: Campers consistently praise waterfront access at several rv parks near Elkhorn. "Great three tiered camping spot. Full hookup, and great views. Has a pub/restaurant with good food," noted a visitor at Snug Harbor Inn. Another camper mentioned, "The view was nice overlooking Turtle lake. Like the design of 3 levels so everyone gets a view."
Clean facilities: Naga-Waukee Park maintains well-kept grounds with reliable amenities. "Heated in-door plumbing for the toilets that were open, vault toilets also available and all were clean, even off season," one camper reported. Another visitor to the region noted, "Bathrooms are immaculate and are locked with electronic key cards."
Organized activities: Parks often schedule events for guests during peak season. At River Bend RV Resort, campers appreciate the "craft areas, fantastic pool and water slides, outdoor bar and ice cream shop." Another visitor mentioned, "This place is 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."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds in the Elkhorn area close during winter. Blackhawk Camping Resort operates "April 11 to October 12" while Lakeland Camping Resort runs "April 15 to October 15." For year-round options, Wisconsin State Fair RV Park remains open through winter.
Site variations: Many campgrounds offer different types of campsites with varying amenities. At Blackhawk Camping Resort, "Sites also come in either grass or gravel, so be sure to ask when booking." A camper at Wisconsin State Fair RV Park noted, "We were visiting family downtown and it was very convenient."
Reservation requirements: Advance booking becomes essential during summer months. "Seasonal campers occupy many premium waterfront sites at parks like Blackhawk, making advance reservations essential during summer months when weekend occupancy reaches capacity," mentioned one visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Several parks feature dedicated facilities for children. "There are very large group camping sites as well as a small number of family sites," reported a visitor at Naga-Waukee Park. Another camper at River Bend RV Resort shared, "We had a great time with our group. The staff did a great job cleaning and supervising the amount of people in the store due to the pandemic."
Beach access: Lehmans Lakeside RV Resort provides water recreation options for families. "They have a huge lake with paved paths that we were able to walk the first night (not raining) and the beach looks like it will be fun to enjoy in the summer," noted one camper. Another mentioned, "Dog park, baseball field, the list goes on."
Noise considerations: Some parks can become busy during peak times. A visitor to River Bend RV Resort advised, "If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing type of place, this isn't. Know it's fun and people have fun." Another camper noted, "At night all the kids drive around in golf carts with crazy light effects blaring rap music. And some adults as well."
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Thousand Trails Pine Country provides various site options with appropriate connections. "We reserved a water/electric site and utilized the dump station on our way out. Lines were not too bad for the dump station which was good," mentioned a visitor. Another RVer noted, "As far as amenities go, beyond what I have already described above, you'll also find standard back-in and pull-through site options that offer up waterfront views along with the typical hook-ups being 30/50 electric, fire pit and water."
Site surfaces: The ground conditions vary between rv parks in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. "Reliable full hookups. Very clean and well cared for property; especially the laundry and bathroom/shower areas. Postage stamp space on gravel but we had things to do outside the resort," observed one camper at Sycamore RV Resort.
Off-season considerations: Visiting during shoulder seasons offers different experiences. "We went there first weekend in October, so it wasn't crowded. The campground is huge, over 400 seasonal sites," reported a visitor to Lakeland Camping Resort, while another noted, "Quiet during week days with more folks coming in for weekend use. Assume it's very active in the summer."
