Camping cabins near Kimberly, Wisconsin are typically situated within 30 miles of the town in a region characterized by glacial terrain and the Fox River watershed. Summer temperatures average 70-85°F while winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing, making most cabin facilities seasonal operations. Several campgrounds in the area are situated near water features, providing fishing and water recreation opportunities alongside cabin accommodations.
What to do
Hiking trails: High Cliff State Park Campground offers multiple trail systems along the Niagara Escarpment with varied difficulty levels. One visitor noted, "My favorite thing about this park and campground is the hiking. Part of the Niagra escarpment there are plenty of cliffs and fun views along the trails." The Lime Kiln Trail presents a challenging but rewarding experience according to reviews.
Fishing opportunities: Blue Top Resort & Campground provides access to both a small pond and the adjacent lake with boat rentals available. The resort has "a small pond to swim in and is also located on big lake. They have boat rentals," according to a camper who stayed there.
Swimming and water recreation: S'Mores Campground maintains a well-kept swimming pool and beach access. A guest commented, "Amazing cabins, amazing setup, they all have picnic tables and benches on porch. Cabin had three beds, fridge, air conditioner, two windows, plenty of plugs in." The campground also features a rock mining activity for children near the pool area.
What campers like
Cabin comfort and amenities: Cabins at S'Mores Campground come with modern conveniences while maintaining a rustic feel. A reviewer described, "Bring your own sleeping bags/towels and etc as these are not provided. Fire ring provided down the stairs from us, even further down was the huge extremely clean pool, bathrooms, showers."
Wildlife viewing: Hickory Oaks Campground provides opportunities to observe local wildlife within their grounds. A camper shared this experience: "We saw so much wildlife! Chipmunks, ducks, a great horned owl, and countless birds to name a few." The campground's natural setting creates habitat for various Wisconsin species.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept bathroom and shower facilities. At Hickory Oaks, a visitor mentioned, "Bathrooms are well maintained, showers are free, and there is ice cream and some camping stuff for sale in the office." Similarly, another camper noted, "Beautiful quite campground over Labor Day 2020 weekend stay. Clean restroom and shower area."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most cabin rentals operate from May through October, with limited winter availability. Hickory Oaks Campground specifically runs from "May 1 to Nov 1," while Apple Creek Campground operates from "April 1 to October 31."
Water access quality varies: Lake conditions and water quality differ between campgrounds. At S'Mores Campground, one camper reported, "The lake view was less than amazing," while another mentioned, "Water (lake) was disgusting." Always check recent reviews for current conditions.
Highway proximity: Some campgrounds are situated near major roadways, affecting noise levels. Apple Creek Campground has this consideration as one reviewer noted: "What wasn't so great was the proximity to the interstate, unfortunately, there is no changing that." Similarly, at Sleepy Hollow Farms, "you will hear road noise" due to its location very close to Highway 41.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and activities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated children's play areas. At S'Mores Campground, there is "a huge and brand new kids play area" according to a visitor, who also mentioned watching "a movie by the playground area- it was amazing and free!"
Swimming options: Fremont RV Campground features water recreation facilities suitable for children. A reviewer commented, "The pool and waterslide is perfect for hot days. My family really enjoyed the 'Hey Ride'." The campground also offers activities like mini-golf and train rides.
Spacing between sites: Consider site layout when booking with children. Apple Creek Campground received mixed reviews on this aspect, with one camper noting "the sites are right on top of each other" while another found the campground to be "quiet quiet camping" that's "great for kids."
Tips from RVers
Site conditions: At Hickory Oaks Campground, one RVer noted, "Even though we were on a hill the campsight was level. We had plenty of room for rv and tow." This indicates terrain doesn't necessarily mean difficult leveling.
Electrical service quality: Apple Creek Campground provides reliable power hookups according to a visitor who stated, "good water pressure and power worked great." This is important for RVs requiring consistent electrical service.
Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds offer sewer hookups at individual sites. Blue Top Resort notes they "did offer pump out service for a small fee" for those staying in RVs without full hookup sites, making longer stays more convenient.
