Family-friendly RV camping near Galesville, Wisconsin offers access to recreational trails, fishing spots, and seasonal activities within a 30-mile radius. The area sits in the Driftless Region with rolling hills and bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River Valley. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with moderate humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons bring cooler temperatures ranging from 45-70°F.
What to do
Kayaking and fishing: Lake Neshonoc in West Salem provides 600 acres of water for paddling and angling. "Great place to go kayak, decent place to fish, and good access to bike trail. The lake is about 600 acres in size and about 11 feet deep at the deepest point. Lake Sturgeon, Bass, Muskie, Pike, Walleye, and Bluegill can be caught at this location," notes a camper at Neshonoc Lakeside.
Biking on local trails: The La Crosse River Trail connects to multiple campgrounds in the region. A visitor at Pettibone Resort mentioned, "This is a great campground. About a 10 minute walk over the Cass St. bridge and you are in downtown La Crosse. This campground offers everything."
Explore Amish country: The region surrounding Whiskey Creek Family RV Park features Amish communities and farmland. A reviewer observed, "The park is near an Amish community giving the region a great country feel. Sparta (Walmart plus other shops) is less than ten minutes away."
What campers like
Clean, modern facilities: Many campgrounds in the area prioritize well-maintained bathrooms and shower facilities. A camper at Stoney Creek RV Resort in Osseo noted, "This campground is definitely at the top of the list. The sites are huge almost state park like with ample room for your kids to play. Lots of activities on the weekend on top of the bounce pillow, pool, lagoon, skate park, volleyball, and basketball court."
Swimming options: Both natural and constructed swimming areas are popular among visitors. "They have a nice pool and mini golf. A bouncy pillow and a bubble maker for kids. Adults love the build your own Bloody Mary and mimosas," reports a camper about Stoney Creek RV Resort.
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds organize themed events for families. According to one visitor at Neshonoc Lakeside, "In the evening there was a Glow Parade where the full timers decked out their golf carts and drove around- candy for kids and lots of dancing. Bingo, tie dye, outdoor movies, and other relay races kept the kids happy and adults amused."
What you should know
Site reservations fill quickly: Weekends and holiday periods book up fast at popular campgrounds. A Stoney Creek RV Resort camper recommended, "This is an amazing place for families to spend time camping. The theme weeks are all fun and well planned out. You can even order fresh baked donuts on Saturday mornings."
Mixed camping experiences: Some campgrounds cater more to seasonal or permanent campers. One Neshonoc Lakeside visitor observed, "Although this is a very clean campground with lots to offer to me is more like a tiny home 55+ with a golf cart at every trailer. There are maybe five tents site a few rv sites but this campground is all about the seasonal members."
Train noise: Campgrounds near train tracks experience periodic noise disruptions. A reviewer at Nelson's Landing RV Park mentioned, "As with many RV parks they have railroad tracks nearby with trains come through several times a day/night."
Tips for camping with families
Look for comprehensive activity options: The best family campgrounds offer multiple recreation choices. A camper at Whiskey Creek Family RV Park shared, "There is plenty to do at the park including a cool swimming pond with inflatables, live music most weekends, corn hole tournaments, Friday fish fry, and much more."
Consider cabin options: Many campgrounds offer cabin rentals for families new to camping. One visitor to Camp Everyday Winona reported, "We upgraded to a cabin because rain and cold nights were expected. The cabin was the one for 4 people. The bed was really comfortable! There was a queen and a set of bunk beds."
Check playground availability: Parks with dedicated children's areas provide entertainment options. "There are a mini golf course and a swimming pool on site. Stoney Creek is a fun place to bring the whole family. It might be a perfect place to bring a first-time camper to ease them into the experience," noted a reviewer.
Tips from RVers
Site specifications: Some campgrounds offer concrete or paved surfaces for RV parking. A Pettibone Resort camper detailed, "Stayed in pull-through campsite #308 which was shady. It was a grass site with two concrete strips for my TT tires. There was more than enough parking for my TT and truck and grass on either side."
Campground layouts: Site spacing varies between parks with some offering more room than others. A visitor to Stoney Creek RV Resort observed, "The sites are huge almost state park like with ample room for your kids to play. The grounds are well maintained and very clean. The roads are nicely paved for bikes."
Seasonal considerations: Most RV parks in the area operate from mid-April through mid-October. A Nelson's Landing RV Park guest mentioned, "Our most recent stay, we were there with friends and we were able to get sites next to each other. They assign sites when you pay your deposit which I really like knowing prior to arrival."
