Kewaunee County sits on the western shore of Lake Michigan, with elevations ranging from 580 to 850 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-80°F and winter lows frequently below freezing. Most camping options near Kewaunee close from late October through April due to Wisconsin's harsh winter conditions, with snowfall averaging 45-50 inches annually.
What to do
Hiking the Ice Age Trail: Located near Scheffel's Hideaway Campground, this trail leads to Lake Michigan beaches. "It's along part of the Ice Age Trail that leads to the Lake Michigan Beach. Point Beach State park is also a great place to visit and is only a few minutes up the road," explains one camper who visited this clean, friendly campground.
Explore local caves: Maribel Caves Park is approximately 30 minutes from Kewaunee. A Devils River Campground visitor shares: "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! The Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse is on Lake Michigan about 30 minutes away."
Biking opportunities: The area offers numerous biking trails connecting campgrounds to nearby attractions. One visitor to Tranquil Timbers notes: "This campground's location was great! It was easy to bike into sturgeon bay and awesome to be able to bike in the potowatomi state forest."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Most campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and common areas. At Devils River Campground, "the bathrooms/showers were very clean and well kept. They also had laundry services! Mowing day is on Thursdays!"
Family-friendly atmospheres: Many campgrounds offer amenities specifically for children. "We have been camping here for a few years now multiple times a year. We love this place. Quiet. Lots to do for kids. Pool, mini golf, game room, tennis courts, soccer, volleyball a rec center with games, TV ect," writes a visitor to Tranquil Timbers.
Proximity to water features: Whether ponds, rivers, or Lake Michigan, water access is valued. "We stayed in the primitive area which wasn't crowded at all just after labor day. The sites were nice and wooded with lots of privacy. Tried to walk down to the lake from our site, but just got to the top of the cliffs on the lake," reports a Bay Shore Park camper.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Kewaunee require reservations, especially during peak season. Devils River Campground has limited sites, with one visitor noting: "They don't have a ton of sites and they are reserve only. The weekdays are extremely quiet but the weekends get a little busy due to the seasonal sites."
Site variations: Campgrounds offer different site types with varying levels of privacy. "The sites are open but enough space for privacy as well, if you do the end sites. The middle sites are pretty open so there isn't a ton of room for privacy," explains a Kewaunee RV & Campground visitor.
Bug concerns: Be prepared for insects, particularly in summer months. "The only negative with our stay (which the campground can't help) were the mosquitos, flies, and bees. So bring bug spray!!!"
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Many campgrounds offer features specifically for children. At Door County KOA Holiday, "There are always themes and activities going on the weekends for our 3-year-old to do which she loves. They have 3 pool areas one for really little ones with a 18" pool and a fun splash pad which are all fenced off."
Swimming options: Multiple swimming opportunities exist for families. "The kids love this place! With 2 pools, water slide, and splash pad, they are always busy and happy! The bathroom and shower building is wonderful and kept very clean."
Safety considerations: Some campgrounds have water features without barriers. "The only possible downside with small children, as there is no fence around the pond, and there are sites that border the pond."
Tips from RVers
Hookup locations: At some campgrounds, utility connections can be challenging. "The electric and water hookups were on opposite sides of the site, and we had to keep adjusting the travel trailer to get both to actually hook up," reports a Bay Shore Park visitor.
Site surface conditions: Ground conditions vary and can change with weather. "The ground was a sandy-dirt, which wasn't too bad at first, but after an overnight rain it was a muddy mess."
RV sites near Kewaunee, Wisconsin: Multiple campgrounds offer full-service rv camping spots near Kewaunee with varying amenities. At Village Inn on the Lake, "The RV sites are small.. if you have a neighbor with a slide out then you lose half of your green space. That's a big drawback. It does seem like that people only stay here one night as they head on to other destinations."
