2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Tent campgrounds around Kewaskum, Wisconsin are concentrated in the Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit, offering a mix of group sites and secluded primitive options. The Greenbush Group Campground provides spacious tent-only sites surrounded by trees, while Waubedonia County Park in nearby Fredonia offers more basic amenities for tent campers seeking a quieter experience. These established campgrounds provide access to the glacial landscapes and hiking trails that characterize this region of southeastern Wisconsin.
Most tent campsites in the Kettle Moraine area feature grassy sites with surrounding trees suitable for hammock camping. The Greenbush Group Camp offers drinking water and pit toilets, though water access may be limited during certain periods. Campsites at Waubedonia County Park include picnic tables, drinking water, and toilet facilities, making them suitable for campers seeking minimal but adequate amenities. Sites at both locations are reservable, with Greenbush operating seasonally from April to November. Campers should note that while fires are permitted at most sites, alcohol policies vary between locations.
For more remote tent camping experiences, the KMSF Shelter 1 Backpack Site offers a free, hike-in option for those seeking seclusion. This primitive tent site requires a decent walk with varied terrain to access, providing true backcountry camping close to Kewaskum. The site includes an open shelter where tents can be pitched, a fire pit, picnic table, and bench. A camper reported, "It's very secluded for privacy. There is an outhouse, but I wouldn't recommend using it." Sandhill Station State Campground, though farther away near Lake Mills, offers another walk-in tent camping option with sites located 100-500 yards from the parking area, creating a more private tent camping experience across its oak savanna setting. Reviews suggest these walk-in sites are best visited in spring or fall to avoid summer heat and insects.
"Water is usually available, but more limited during the pandemic (spigot turned off by our campsite, but available near the parking lot at the entrance - a longer walk)."
"Those can each fit over 20 backpacking tents at the same time. Grassy sites surrounded by trees (plenty for hammocks too). Short walk to pit toilets and drinking water."
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"Unlike the more intimate family sites, this area is designed for scale, with wide communal spaces, larger fire rings and plenty of room for picnic tables, shared meals and kid-filled games of tag and flag"
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"You can rent backpacking shelters, at the ranger station in Eagle. The shelter is basically a barn without a front door. It comes with a fire ring, table, and an outhouse!"
"Reservable backpacking sites about 45-60min away from nearest parking. Fire pit, shelter, and picnic table at site.
Really enjoyed the hike through forest to get to this site."
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"Great backpack camp site. Decent walk and terrain to get to the site. There is an open shelter to put your tent if you prefer to outside."
"Sandill Station is right outside Lake Mills, WI, right off the Glacial Drumlin bike trail. It features 15 campsites and 1 group campsite in an oak savanna, with varying degrees of shade."
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TravelerVery friendly and very clean. 1 swimming pond 2 fishing ponds volleyball courts and 2 off leash dog areas. Showers are free and they have a huge kid play area along with a seasonal swimming pool and hot tub.
ScoutWe have been seasonal campers for many years! When we first started, everyone was very nice and we always had a great time. Each years the rules change a bit which is common.The last three years have been horrible! We have had nothing but issues that I brought up to the staff many times. I have had the workers ask me if I was f***in stupid, people stealing stuff off our lot, telling our guest we don’t camp there( even tho they knew they were coming for my daughters birthday party), and much more. They are extremely Strict on the 5 mph. They will scream at you if they see Gravel dust as you drive. The campground is not well maintained. I wish things would not have ended the way it has. I’m happy we found a better family friendly campground to be at where my kids are not scared to be playing in our lot!
GuideSites are large, well-spaced, many shaded by wonderful large trees. The woods are very open with little understory, and much of the area facing the road is graveled, so you will still see your neighbors. So many hiking options - the Ice Age Trail connects to the campground only a few minutes walk away. Many hiking options, the walk to the Powder Hill Lookout tower is a must. Picnic area and waterfront are a short drive away. Bathrooms were clean and showers free, hot, and strong. Some traffic noise from highway nearby but quiet at night.
GuideWe camped on Site 9, which is at the front of the park near the entrance. The site was mostly level, with electric only hookups. If I had been here before I would have chosen a site tucked back farther to avoid some of the highway noise, but overall it was a good experience. We hiked a mile or two through the park, the bathhouse we used while on a walk was well supplied and clean with bathroom and shower combined, all unisex. We would stay here again if in the area.
ScoutMy family has been camping at Mauthe Lake for decades, and every year we have to deal with camp hosts and rangers constantly monitoring us. We follow the rules and do not cause disruptions, and yet they constantly chew us out for very minor things. It makes me feel as if we’re not welcome on these grounds.
ScoutNice host, low key, good size lots, dog friendly
TravelerThis park has always been a go to for me. As a full time RVer, I come here a lot. The scenery is beautiful, beach right next door, fishing holes not far from here. The people who come are all very friendly and the park rangers are very welcoming and always have firewood for the visitors. Highly recommend this spot for everyone.
TravelerI love staying here from time to time. As a full time RVer, I book here frequently. Not only do they have all types of hookups stays, but they full men and women’s locker rooms with showers, and restrooms, including a laundry facility on site, shop is inside the office and ice available. The customer service is by far the best! They work with you every step of the way and show you around the area if you wanted! Plus they have a dump station and water fill up station even if you’re not staying here or book here. I recommend this site to anyone and everyone!
GuideWe stayed here one night and had a great experience! The restroom/bathhouse is super clean, conveniently located, and NEW. A refreshing thing after roughing it. We took a trail down to the trussle bridge that goes across the river. Nice nature view. Fishing was good too, near the bridge at the entrance to the park. My son was there maybe 5 min and hooked a decent sized pike. We brought our two dogs and they enjoyed the quiet of the park and the trails. Only complaint I had was that someone previously had left dog poop at our site, but sometimes people don't clean up after their pets. Our site had electric, only 30 amp hookup but we had a 50 amp adapter and it worked well. We would definitely stay again.
Tent camping near Kewaskum, Wisconsin provides access to the glacial features formed during the last ice age, when mile-thick ice sheets sculpted the local landscape. The area experiences distinct seasonal changes with warm, humid summers reaching highs in the 80s and cold winters with temperatures often below freezing. Primitive campsite availability fluctuates seasonally, with most open from May through October depending on weather conditions and maintenance schedules.
Bike the Glacial Drumlin Trail: Visit Wild Goose City Park in Juneau as a convenient stop while exploring. "Wild Goose bike trail leads to this park in Juneau. It's a good place to stop and have a break. There's a playground and public bathroom, drinking fountain. Plenty of space to spread out for a picnic when you're biking through," notes Kim L.
Hike to secluded sites: The backcountry camping experience at KMSF Shelter 1 Backpack Site offers true seclusion. "Great backpack camp site. Decent walk and terrain to get to the site. There is an open shelter to put your tent if you prefer to outside. There is a fire pit, but we found our own wood around the site. (Bring a small axe)," reports Erin Z.
Visit Aztalan State Park: This archaeological site sits near camping options in the broader region. "Aztalan State Park is beautiful grassland and prairie, and the Crawfish River flows along side the park. There are hiking trails as well as guide tour booklets," explains Jimmy P., who stayed at Sandhill Station.
Spacious group sites: Northern Unit Greenbush Group Camp accommodates multiple tents in a natural setting. "We had six tents, but the site could easily have accommodated more," shares Hilary S., who found it "easily accessible from Milwaukee" for a pandemic-safe camping trip.
Quiet riverside camping: The small campground at Waubedonia County Park provides a peaceful escape near water. "A nice little campgeound near the river in Fredonia, WI. The campsites are inexpensive and comfortable, though there aren't as many amenities that a larger campground would have," says Kevin S.
Walk-in site privacy: At Sandhill Station State Campground, the separation from parking areas creates secluded camping spots. "The campsite we were on was spacious, private, and beautiful. We had two large oak trees on either side of our site, giving us a good amount of mixed shade," reports Jimmy P.
Water availability varies: Access to drinking water can be inconsistent at Kettle Moraine sites. "Water is usually available, but more limited during the pandemic (spigot turned off by our campsite, but available near the parking lot at the entrance - a longer walk)," notes Hilary S. about Northern Unit Greenbush Group Camp.
Toilet facilities are basic: Most tent camping sites near Kewaskum offer only primitive toilet options. Erin Z. cautions about the KMSF Shelter 1 Backpack Site, "There is an outhouse, but I wouldn't recommend using it."
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