Hortonville, Wisconsin sits at the northern edge of Wisconsin's Fox River Valley, approximately 35 miles southwest of Green Bay. The area features rolling hills and small lakes connected through river systems, with elevations ranging from 750-850 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F, while fall camping season brings cooler 45-65°F days with vibrant foliage displays across the mixed hardwood forests.
What to do
Water recreation opportunities: Evergreen Campsites and Resort offers multiple water-based activities on their private lake. As camper Cynthia S. notes, "Our group rented a pontoon boat for a day and floating around the lake absolutely made the trip. So much so, that we booked 2021 before even leaving the campground."
Fishing access: Tilleda Falls Campground provides riverside fishing spots along the Embarrass River. A camper reported, "Fun staff, great fishing and relaxation for a weekend getaway." The campground features a small cascading waterfall and designated swimming area.
Seasonal events: Holiday weekends feature special activities at many campgrounds. At Pine Grove Campground, a camper shared, "This weekend there was a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas (one of our favorites) and loads of cool decked out campsites."
What campers like
Family-oriented amenities: Many campgrounds near Hortonville focus on family experiences with dedicated facilities. A visitor to Pine Grove noted, "As a father with 3 young kids, I thoroughly enjoy this camp for the activities and amenities available. The water area is a favorite for kids and the grounds sport plenty of things to grab their attention from mini-golf to the lake."
Wildlife viewing: The natural setting around Hortonville supports diverse wildlife. At Fremont RV Campground, one visitor shared, "Everything was great overall, but most of all my son was pretty enamored by all of the awesome wildlife we saw on the strip."
Yurt camping options: Yurt camping near Hortonville, Wisconsin provides comfortable accommodation with modern amenities. At Apple Creek Campground, their yurts offer a private setting with both heating and cooling options. As one camper explained about the experience, "It's a small campground. It offers Rv pull through sites with electric and water. Along with a variety of other type of sites."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly by carrier. A camper at Evergreen Campsites noted, "One thing guests should know, the only cell service available in the area is AT&T. As a Verizon subscriber, we were completely off grid the entire weekend, unless we used our car as a hotspot."
Space considerations: Site spacing and privacy levels differ dramatically between campgrounds. A visitor to Fremont RV Campground warned, "If you're looking for a true camping/wilderness experience.....look elsewhere. Sites are close together with nothing in between. No privacy."
Noise levels: Weekend entertainment can impact quieter camping experiences. At Crazy Js Campground, a guest observed, "There were bands playing Thursday thru Saturday at night but for $25 dollars per person and watching all the permanent sites people just park outside the gate."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Schedule regular breaks between organized activities. Pine Grove Campground offers multiple options as one visitor shared, "Kid friendly, Clean, Friendly staff. Event weekends and they are a blast. We were there during western weekend so much fun!"
Budget management: Many campgrounds charge additional fees for activities beyond basic camping. A camper at Pine Grove warned, "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 at $15 per kid."
Wildlife education opportunities: Use wildlife sightings as learning moments. A Fremont RV visitor mentioned, "My son was pretty enamored by all of the awesome wildlife we saw on the strip. Might've been the time of year but it was just beautiful."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Request sites away from high-traffic areas for more privacy. At Apple Creek, a camper advised, "Site we got was not the best, but worked out OK. Site was behind the main y coming in to camp, so lots of traffic."
Utility connections: Check water pressure and electrical amperage before setting up. At Blue Top Resort, an RVer noted, "This is a small campground. It offers RV pull through sites with electric and water. I only gave it 4 stars because we prefer full hookup but they did offer pump out service for a small fee."
Level site availability: Many Wisconsin campgrounds require leveling equipment. Robert O. at Apple Creek Campground shared, "We stayed 6 nights in our 36 ft motor home with tow. Even though we were on a hill the campsite was level. We had plenty of room for RV and tow."
