Cabin camping near Lake Delton, Wisconsin offers visitors access to the Wisconsin River watershed at an elevation of approximately 900 feet. The area experiences warm summers with average July temperatures around 80°F and cold winters, making late spring through early fall the prime seasons for rustic accommodations. Most cabins sit within 15 minutes of the Wisconsin Dells downtown area.
What to do
Kayaking on Mirror Lake: The calm waters make this ideal for paddlers of all skill levels. "The lake is great for kayaking. Lots of sandstone cliffs," notes Julia B. from Mirror Lake State Park.
Visit Ishnala Supper Club: This historic restaurant sits within walking distance of some campsites. "Ishnala supper club is very pricy yet excellent food. The building is cool with some original parts from the old log cabin it once was," explains a visitor at Mirror Lake State Park.
Attend seasonal festivals: Holiday-themed weekends provide entertainment without leaving your campground. At Skillet Creek Campground, they host "themed weekends, glow parades, Saturday activities for kids, and movies nights."
Disc golf course: Several campgrounds maintain courses on-site. Fox Hill RV Park offers a course accessible to all skill levels, according to visitors. "This park has some nature trails, disc golf, and a good size dog run," reports one camper.
Boat rentals: Multiple options exist for getting on the water. "You can rent kayaks and canoes! Plenty of hiking trails and geocaches!" shares Denise L. about her Mirror Lake experience.
What campers like
Large wooded sites: Campers appreciate natural privacy between sites. "We had a big private site with electric, picnic table, and a fire pit and a private trail behind the campsite that leads to a view of the lake," reports a visitor to Mirror Lake State Park.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms consistently receive positive feedback. "Despite the very crowded campground, the bathrooms were immaculate. Even the Men's room was super clean," writes a guest at Fox Hill RV Park.
Swimming options: Both pools and natural water access are available. "The kids loved the blow ops in the pond. The pool was nice, but a bit colder than the pond. It's heated with a solar cover," notes a Joan at Fox Hill RV Park.
Camp stores: On-site shopping proves convenient for forgotten items. "The store had supplies, and firewood they deliver to your site," reports B.M. at Fox Hill RV Park.
Recreational activities: Gaming areas provide entertainment during downtime. "There is a barn with large game room," mentions a reviewer at Skillet Creek Campground.
What you should know
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience traffic sounds. "The campground is really nice. The facilities are excellent. However it's really close to the interstate and the road noise is awful," warns Larry A. about Cliffwood Campground.
Wildlife precautions: Take proper food storage seriously. "The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice. Smart enough to figure out the clip mechanism," cautions Julia B. about Mirror Lake State Park.
Varying site sizes: Request specific site numbers when possible. "The site we stayed at this time was kind of hard to get in. The site was wide (which is nice) but when backing in you are in a 3 way intersection," explains a visitor to Holiday Shores Campground.
Rental prices: Boat and equipment rentals can be costly. "Rentals are a bit pricey," notes Christian A. about Holiday Shores Campground.
Distance between amenities: Some facilities require walking uphill. "It's a really hilly campground so keep that in mind that you will be walking up and down lots of hills," advises Amber C.
Tips for camping with families
Check family-specific events: Many campgrounds schedule kid-focused activities. At Wisconsin Dells KOA, "they also provided movie night on a projector underneath a pavilion. Very quiet at night!" according to Jaime L.
Consider cabin placement: Location affects noise levels. "We were in the new part of the campground, the site was level and the full hookups were well placed. Plenty of room and a concrete patio & nice picnic table," reports Jim C. about Wisconsin Dells KOA.
Playgrounds and pools: Multiple options keep children entertained. "Nice playground and pool, swimming pond too, if that's your thing," explains Ryan L. about Fox Hill RV Park.
Game areas: Look for rainy day alternatives. "There are well kept large outdoor games like chess, connect 4, and checkers," according to Joan at Fox Hill RV Park.
Walking distances: Consider travel time between amenities. "The tent spots are tight but it's a very family focused campground and mostly quiet at night. Showers are decent tons of stuff for kids," notes Chris A. about Fox Hill RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Some sites need significant adjustment. "Our site was very unlevel side to side. It took two 2x6 and a 1x6 under the camp side to be level," explains Jeff G. about Fox Hill RV Park.
Extension cord needs: Electrical hookup placement varies widely. "Make sure you bring 50 ft of electrical cord and water hose. They do offer to barrow their extension cords," advises Travis I. about Arrowhead RV Campground.
Site assignment flexibility: Request changes if needed. "We were in site 37 and didn't need to level at all. They range in size good for tents and a couple cars to larger rv. We are 50 feet with truck and camper and still have a good 15-20 feet to the road," reports Jennifer K. about Bluewater Bay Campground.
Full hookup availability: Services vary by section. "The new section will be a lot better next year, but just finished construction and it is still a wide open area. It was dusty and hot because the grass isn't grown in yet, there's still a ton of sand, and no trees," shares a visitor to Fox Hill RV Park.
Delivery services: Many campgrounds offer convenience options. "They will deliver wood to your campsite when needed," explains Erin A. about Fox Hill RV Park.
