Situated on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Green Bay offers a climate with warm summers and cold winters, making the May-October camping season ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. The region includes terrain ranging from lakefront shores to inland forests, with elevation generally between 580-800 feet above sea level. Campgrounds near Green Bay provide access to both water recreation and woodland experiences within 30-45 minutes of the city.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Devil's River Campground offers river access for catching crayfish and exploring natural waterways. "One year we caught about 60 crayfish and cooked them on the campstove and ate them," shared one camper at Devil's River Campground.
Visit local attractions: The Maribel Caves are just a mile from Devil's River, making it convenient for exploration. As one visitor noted, "The nearby Maribel Caves park is nice as well."
Bike through state forests: From Daisy Field Campground in Potawatomi State Park, you can access numerous trails. A camper mentioned, "There are nice trails that run by the water," allowing you to explore the park's natural beauty.
Water activities: Many campgrounds feature swimming areas, from natural lakes to man-made facilities. At Tilleda Falls Campground, visitors enjoy "a lovely small cascading falls and swimming area," with the Embarrass River providing water recreation.
What campers like
Spacious, wooded sites: Diamond Lake Family Campground receives praise for its natural setting. "My friends and I love camping here because of the huge wooded sites, quiet family environment, and excellent service," wrote one satisfied camper.
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness is frequently mentioned in reviews. At River Park Campground, campers appreciate "super clean" bathrooms with "individual showers with locking doors."
Proximity to Green Bay: Several campgrounds serve as convenient bases for exploring the region. Apple Creek Campground is noted for being "close enough to Lambeau Field for you Packer fans," making it practical for game weekends.
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers seek peaceful settings. One visitor to Potawatomi State Park mentioned the campground was "set up easy to get to, and had plenty of space," adding that "the best part about this camp was the low amounts of people."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the area operate from May through October. Devil's River runs from "May 1 to Oct 1," while Apple Creek is open "April 1 to October 31," requiring advance planning for your visit.
Varying levels of privacy: Site layout differs significantly between campgrounds. At Kewaunee RV & Campground, one camper noted, "The sites are open but enough space for privacy as well, if you do the end sites. The middle sites are pretty open."
Rules enforcement: Some campgrounds strictly enforce quiet hours and pet policies. At Diamond Lake, "they take their rules and security seriously to make sure their campground is safe, clean, fun, and quiet."
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience traffic sounds. One visitor to Apple Creek mentioned, "What wasn't so great was the proximity to the interstate, unfortunately, there is no changing that."
Tips for camping with families
Water features for kids: Tilleda Falls Campground offers "a swim beach for great summer fun" and "nice playground for the kids" according to visitors, making it ideal for families seeking water recreation.
Security considerations: For families concerned about safety, Diamond Lake gets high marks as "family-owners take pride in owning a quiet campground and doesn't allow outsiders."
Budget planning: Some campgrounds charge extra for activities. One camper advised, "If you plan on camping here be prepared to bring a lot of extra spending money. Just for the kids to be able to use the equipment you have to purchase a wristband."
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas. Potawatomi State Park includes "a child's playground with lots of space," giving kids room to burn energy after hiking or swimming.
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: At River Park Campground, an RVer in a 34' fifth wheel with a dually truck found their site "tight," but noted that with their 24' class C "we had plenty of room."
Leveling considerations: One RVer at Apple Creek noted, "Even though we were on a hill the campsite was level. We had plenty of room for RV and tow."
Hookup availability: While glamping close to Green Bay, Wisconsin often includes full hookups, not all sites offer them. At Pine Grove Campground, RVers appreciate that "the drive in is nice and accessible even for bigger rigs."
Dump station locations: Some campgrounds offer full hookups while others have dump stations only. As one RVer at Kewaunee noted, "We wanted septic and they didn't tell us that the septic is a guy in a truck who comes by one or two times a week. There is a dump station however."
