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Best Campgrounds near Germantown, WI

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Camping options around Germantown, Wisconsin center on the Kettle Moraine State Forest system, which offers several developed campgrounds within a 30-minute drive. The Pike Lake Campground in the Kettle Moraine State Forest-Pike Lake Unit provides wooded sites with electrical hookups, drinking water, and modern restroom facilities. Several county parks supplement these state offerings, including Menomonee Park in Menomonee Falls, which features tent sites, RV spots, and glamping options from April through November. Most established campgrounds in the region accommodate both tent and RV camping, with varying levels of hookups and amenities.

Seasonal considerations play a significant role in camping near Germantown, with most campgrounds operating from early April through late October. The Pike Lake Campground typically opens in early April and closes after the third weekend in October, while Menomonee Park runs from April to November 10. Winter camping options are limited, though Ottawa Lake Campground in the southern Kettle Moraine unit remains open year-round. Many sites require advance reservations, especially during summer weekends and holidays. The region experiences typical Midwestern seasonal variations, with humid summers and cold winters. According to one camper, "Mid to Late October is great Fall camping in Southern Wisconsin. Cool nights range from lower 30's to upper 40's. Day time temps can exceed 60."

The Kettle Moraine forests provide a natural backdrop for camping experiences, with glacial topography creating unique landscapes. Campers frequently mention privacy as a key feature at many sites. At Pike Lake, "Wooded lots make you feel overall secluded," while at Mauthe Lake in the Northern Kettle Moraine unit, "Sites are fairly wooded and private. Most of them seemed to be a decent size." Water features enhance many camping experiences in the region, with several campgrounds offering swimming beaches, fishing piers, or boat launches. Many campers appreciate the hiking opportunities throughout the Kettle Moraine system, particularly along the Ice Age Trail which connects several campgrounds. Proximity to Milwaukee (approximately 30 minutes) makes these campgrounds popular weekend destinations for urban residents seeking natural surroundings.

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Best Camping Sites Near Germantown, Wisconsin (74)

    1. Pike Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Pike Lake Unit

    18 Reviews
    Slinger, WI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 670-3400

    "North Kettle Moraine, Pike Lake Unit was an easy choice given it's proximity to the city- about 40 minutes."

    "A last minute decision to camp for a night led my son and I to the often visited Pike Lake unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest. Its a beautiful park and within 30 minutes of our home."

    2. Menomonee Park by Waukesha County Parks

    7 Reviews
    Menomonee Falls, WI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 548-7801

    $25 - $80 / night

    "Live nearby. We go there a lot over the summer. Fun park to ride bikes through. Many trails to walk or hike. The pond has a great beach for kids."

    "There are miles of nice hiking trails, a nice beach, pavilions to rent, horse riding trails, archery range and I’m sure I’m missing more."

    3. Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    43 Reviews
    Campbellsport, WI
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 626-2116

    $18 - $28 / night

    "Mauthe Lake Campground is located in the Northern Kettle Moraine Forest in East/Centreal Wisconsin."

    "Mauthor Lake is a beautiful state park in Wisconsin. Good for biking, hiking, swimming and fishing. Sites are fairly wooded and private. Most of them seemed to be a decent size."

    4. Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    39 Reviews
    North Prairie, WI
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 594-6200

    "Site was spacious but very close to your neighbors. Lots to do in the area. Bathrooms and showers were clean. The beach was not clean and very hard to walk on, very rocky."

    "Made my first visit to Ottawa Lake on a mid-March weekend. The facilities were still under their winter setup (only vault toilet, no shower available, pay in an envelope)."

    5. Wisconsin State Fair RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Wauwatosa, WI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (414) 266-7035

    $55 / night

    "So we just use that because no one was there. 1.7 miles on bike path to Brewer Baseball field. It was raining to we used Uber to the game and walked back for an afternoon game."

    "Very close to downtown, right off of interstate. Clean facilities. We were visiting family downtown and it was very convenient."

    6. Harrington Beach State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Belgium, WI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 285-3015

    "This was our first time camping in Wisconsin and we got to say we absolutely love this park. Most of the sites are pretty secluded so if you enjoy your privacy I will love this place."

    "Large dune-like area behind us that gave us something to look at, but helped maintain privacy. The lake was a short bike ride from our site, and we enjoyed walking the beach and attached trails."

    7. Pinewoods Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    22 Reviews
    North Prairie, WI
    25 miles
    +1 (262) 626-2116

    $18 - $30 / night

    "It is close to the Ice Age trail and the Scuppernong trail, and a short drive from Ottawa Lake.  Nearby is some excellent mountain biking in hilly terrain at the Emma Carlin and John Muir trails. "

    "Pinewoods Campground is part of the southern Kettle Morraine State Forest in Wisconsin. The campground is secluded and most sites are private and shaded."

    8. Naga-Waukee Park by Waukesha County Parks

    8 Reviews
    Delafield, WI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 548-7801

    $25 - $80 / night

    "Nestled in the heart of lake country (Waukesha County) and accessible from the Lake Country Trail and Ice Age Trail, this county park is perfect for those just passing through or families looking for a"

    "Very windy weekend but I imagine during the summer it’s a great spot to camp near their big beach and lake access."

    9. Lake Lenwood Beach and Campground

    5 Reviews
    West Bend, WI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 334-1335

    10. Lazy Days

    5 Reviews
    West Bend, WI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 675-6511

    $31 - $43 / night

    "Swimming lake was very warm and clean. Fishing was available. Very affordable canoe kayak rentals. Mini golf and a little store where if you need it they have it."

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  • Mark D.
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    We had such an enjoyable time at Ottawa Lake Campground.

    Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in nature at Ottawa Lake Campground. Nestled in the heart of the Kettle Moraine State Forest, this welcoming retreat offers lakeside fun, scenic hiking trails, the quiet beauty of a true Northwoods experience, all without a long drive.

    We have visited the Campground 5 times this year already, we love hiking all the trails in the Kettle Moraine Southern Unit.

    https://youtu.be/xl4uAtNWclM

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

    Oak/hickory forest

    The campground is in a beautiful oak/hickory forest with many birds, chipmunks and skeeters(pack protection). We stayed on site 22 which was a nine minute walk from the toilet and had a street light. There are water spigots throughout. Site 21 or 23 would be better. The sites are large and the ones on the outside of the loop are very private. The campground was quiet, especially after dark! There is a train horn occasionally, but it’s distant. The showers were hot and clean. The playground was fun. There is a pickle ball court, so bring paddles. There is also a walking trail.

  • Maria Mercedes M.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Pilgrims Campground

    Simple Campground

    With a small family to mind, while out enjoying a short weekend of camping, I appreciated Pilgrim’s Campground in Wisconsin for its quiet, family-oriented atmosphere that made our stay both relaxing and memorable. The sites were clean, level and easy to settle into, with plenty of shade and enough space for the kids to play safely nearby. While the campground doesn’t have the flashy resort-style amenities of some bigger parks, it makes up for it with well-kept facilities, a friendly, welcoming staff, and a slower pace that let us truly enjoy time together outdoors. My kids loved riding their bikes around the loops, roasting marshmallows at night and spotting wildlife along the nature trails, while I valued the sense of safety and the community feel among fellow campers. Conveniently located near local attractions yet peaceful enough to feel tucked away, Pilgrim’s offered the perfect balance of simplicity, comfort, and wholesome family camping.

  • Maria Mercedes M.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Fort Atkinson

    Nostalgic Campground

    As a mom, I can honestly say that Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Fort Atkinson is one of those rare campgrounds where the kids are entertained from morning till night and parents can actually relax a little too. The whole place feels designed with families in mind: colorful playgrounds, themed weekends, wagon rides, character visits from Yogi and Boo Boo, and a pool with splash zones that keep little ones happy for hours. Our campsite was clean and level, with options for full hookups or cozy cabins if you’d rather skip the RV, and the bathhouses were spotless, which is something I always look for. What I appreciated most was the balance: the kids could run from the jumping pillow to the mini golf course to the craft barn without ever getting bored, while my husband and I enjoyed sitting by the campfire or joining in on family activities like outdoor 'movies under the stars.' The campground store was well-stocked with snacks, s’mores supplies, and those 'oops, we forgot it' supplies, which saved us more than once. And while there’s plenty to do onsite, being near Lake Koshkonong and Fort Atkinson means you can easily slip away for a day of fishing, boating, or exploring. For me, the best part was watching my kids’ faces light up during the evening hayride, sticky with marshmallow, waving at Yogi like he was a celebrity that felt like the kind of wholesome, memory-making trip I hope they’ll look back on for years.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    Close to "home" beautiful sites

    We've been full time RVers for 4 years and this is a beautiful campground close to "home". We stay here a couple of times each year for doctor and dentist appointments, visiting family and friends, and general relaxation.

  • J
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

    Peaceful wooded camping

    Quiet level throughout. Spots for a couple tents and a camper at each site. Disc golf and a small fishing area. Golf course right next-door so close you could walk to. Most of the sites were in a wooded area, which gives you some privacy. Only downfall for us was distance to the restroom as there’s only one so if you’re in the back of the campground, you gotta walk all the way upfront.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Waupun Park Campground

    Waupun County Park WI - Campground

    Family friendly campground, playgrounds, pickle ball court, showers, clean bathrooms, fire rings, shared water spigots & power at camp site. There is an outdoor pavilion for groups, firewood for sale at host. Lamp posts light camp road but not overwhelming. Nice shaded sites with mature white oak trees. Enjoyed and recommend if looking for full service campsite.

  • J
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Circle K Campground

    Horrid management, bad experience

    Management (owners Ed and Coleen) are two of the rudest people I have ever met, with Ed fabricating outrageous, completely inaccurate stories highlighting either his "heroics" (like when his personal fire truck he has was working people would call him before 911) but more often how he has been slighted because of other's inadequacies (local grocery store doesn't like him because "his campers buy all their food leaving none for the locals), and also falsities behind his rules (the U.S. Postmaster does not allow anyone else's packages/mail to be delivered to the campground).  They are completely intolerant of kids/teenagers (and, heresay from conversations with seasonal residents, special needs kids) - rules for use of the pool is that it is open after a certain time and if the air temp is above a certain level - we personally witnessed 3 young teens ask to get into the pool an hour after the pool should've been open and it was 5 degrees over Ed's stated temp, but no one else was using the pool and Ed turned them away - told them to swim in the cesspool... I mean, pond.

    Ed constantly creates new rules on a whim and is exceedingly selective (read: biased) for whom those rules are enforced. If you have a problem with the campsite (water, electricity, dead trees, ground hornets, you name it) - it is because YOU did something wrong, and if you disagree he will harass you to no end and may even kick you out. Some of the seasonal campers are nice, others (those "in" with the owners) are not. I would not recommend this campground to anyone unless/until it is under new ownership.

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Astico County Park

    Artesian well

    We enjoyed the song of frogs and the artesian well.

Guide to Germantown

Camping near Germantown, Wisconsin, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are great campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor at Ottawa Lake Campground noted, "Campsites are kept up and quite clean."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. A reviewer at Kohler-Andrae State Park said, "Rangers and hosts are super friendly and helpful as well."
  • Privacy: Campers enjoy the privacy of the sites. One camper at Pinewoods Campground remarked, "The sites in Loop 1 are varied as far as tree coverage, seclusion, and terrain."

What you should know:

  • Site Selection Matters: Choose your site wisely. A camper at Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit warned, "Do NOT camp along the road if you plan to be outside or you’re tent camping. It’s EXTREMELY loud."
  • Fees and Reservations: Be prepared for additional fees. A visitor at Ottawa Lake Campground mentioned, "They charge an extra $11 for each car’s entry at the gate."
  • Wildlife Encounters: Keep an eye out for wildlife. One camper at Kettle Moraine State Forest Long Lake Campground shared, "Our campsite was invaded by very aggressive raccoons."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and trails. A camper at Pinewoods Campground mentioned, "There is a playground too but the diverse hiking and woodsy sites make this one to return to."
  • Spacious Sites: Choose campgrounds with spacious sites. A family at Cliffside Park Campground said, "The sites were clean, grass was trimmed, plenty of trees for shade."
  • Plan for Noise: Be ready for some noise, especially on weekends. A visitor at Harrington Beach State Park Campground noted, "This was a louder campground. More of a party vibe than we really look for in state parks."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your site can accommodate your RV. A camper at Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit mentioned, "The sites are also large and would handle big rigs."
  • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups. A visitor at Cliffside Park Campground appreciated, "The campground does not have a store, but sells firewood."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Know where the nearest dump stations are. A reviewer at Mauthe Lake Campground noted, "There is a dump station and water fill."

Camping around Germantown, WI, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Germantown, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Germantown, WI is Pike Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Pike Lake Unit with a 4.3-star rating from 18 reviews.

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