Glamping options near Malone, Wisconsin include sites with varying levels of amenities and nature access. The region lies in Wisconsin's Eastern Ridges and Lowlands geographic province with elevations typically between 800-1,000 feet above sea level. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, while summer brings warm days suitable for water activities at the many lakes and ponds throughout the area.
What to do
Swimming in quarry waters: Menomonee Park features a clean quarry pond with lifeguarded beach areas perfect for cooling off. "The quarry is good for swimming, kayaking, or canoeing. There is a beach with life guards," reports Matt N. from Menomonee Park.
Explore caves and waterfalls: The Devils River area provides unique geological features to discover near campsites. "If you go when it is raining you won't be able to go in many of the caves as they become flooded but it does make some really cool waterfalls!" notes a camper about Devils River Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple locations offer catch-and-release fishing for all ages. "Theres a fishing pond (catch and release) arcade, jumping pillow etc. Owners are friendly and helpful," shares Matthew J. about the family-friendly options at Breezy Hill Campground.
Beach access and hiking: Lake Michigan shoreline provides both swimming and trail exploration. "Just a few minutes walk to Lake Michigan and a nice beach. Only flaw is the inconsistency with fire pits, some on the opposite side that doesn't give you much privacy for a campfire," mentions Justin F. about coastal access at Kohler-Andrae.
What campers like
Waterfront camping options: Riverside and lakefront sites create peaceful settings with natural soundscapes. "It was not far from the lake and not far from the bathroom. It was comforting to be in the trees," describes Allison V. about her experience at Kohler-Andrae State Park.
Bird watching access: The Horicon Marsh area provides excellent wildlife viewing for glampers. "This is an older family Campground, lots of seasonal campers. Great sites along the Rock River, just a few minutes from the Horicon Marsh. We stayed with them before their official camping season opened so we missed the amenities," explains Rachelle W. about The Playful Goose Campground.
Proximity to local attractions: Many sites offer convenient access to regional landmarks. "The New Hope Cave is only open to tour 1 weekend of the month. It is usually the 3rd Saturday of the month but there were scheduling conflicts and it was open on the 2nd Saturday in August," notes a Devils River Campground visitor regarding planning requirements for nearby cave tours.
Wooded site options: Tree coverage provides shade and natural division between campsites. "The sites are just about all wooded. Not huge but a good size for a country park. Most offer decent separation from your neighbor," shares a reviewer about Menomonee Park's natural layout.
What you should know
Seasonal camping limitations: Most glamping facilities operate from April through October, with varying weather conditions. "We were there Labor Day weekend huge campground of course it was very crowded. I didn't like our site no trees I felt like I was in my front yard," reports Lauren P. about Plymouth Rock Camping Resort.
Noise considerations: Several campgrounds report challenges with enforcing quiet hours. "What good are quiet hours if they are not enforced? The people across from us were playing music and being loud well past 1:00 am," warns a reviewer about Menomonee Park.
Reservation requirements: Popular sites fill quickly, especially for weekend stays and holidays. "If you plan to camp for a weekend, you must make a reservation way in advance," advises Shanon P. about Kohler-Andrae State Park's booking policies.
Campsite positioning: Site layout and proximity varies widely between campgrounds. "We were situated where the seasonal campers are and near the edge of the campground. Then there is a farm field and I saw deer every day which was lovely. Overall, it was a very quiet part of the campground," shares Amber C. about her stay at The Playful Goose.
Tips for camping with families
Activity scheduling: Family-friendly campgrounds offer organized entertainment on weekends. "Have events almost every weekend. Check it out. You wont be disappointed," notes Matthew J. about Breezy Hill Campground.
Beach safety: Lakes and quarry swimming areas require appropriate supervision. "The only possible downside with small children, as there is no fence around the pond, and there are sites that border the pond," cautions a reviewer about Menomonee Park's water features.
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for glamping sites with specific facilities for children. "Tons of activities for kids and adults. Water parks, mini golf, playgrounds, arcade, train rides. During Father's Day weekend they have a car show," recommends Brent G. about the family amenities at Fremont RV Campground.
All-weather options: Consider sites with indoor facilities for unpredictable weather. "They have a small store and an indoor pool which is nice with Wisconsin weather being unpredictable," explains Amber C. about The Playful Goose Campground's advantages for family stays.
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: Some campgrounds have challenging site entry for larger units. "We have a 30 foot camper and the site we were on, let's just say we had a hell of a time backing up and smashed one of our back windows in the truck that's how tight it was," warns Renee S. about Devils River Campground.
Utility hookup availability: Water and electric access varies between glamping locations. "The sites are electric/water and they do have a dump station very close by," notes a camper about Devils River Campground's RV facilities.
Road conditions: Interior campground roads can present challenges for larger vehicles. "If they could widen the roads a bit it would be helpful for driving as well as save their grass more. Similar to their entry, pretty narrow. If their entry was one way and had a different exit it would be helpful," suggests a reviewer about The Playful Goose Campground.
Site leveling requirements: Terrain varies even within individual campgrounds. "Even though we were on a hill the campsight was level. We had plenty of room for rv and tow," reports Robert O. about Apple Creek Campground, indicating that appearances can be deceiving when selecting sites.
