Best RV Parks & Resorts near Lakewood, WI

The Nicolet National Forest area houses several established RV sites near Lakewood. Boulder Lake Campground provides RV sites with electric hookups and large enough spaces for big rigs, operating from May through November with a sanitary dump station on premises. Several pull-through rv pads are available throughout the region, with some campgrounds offering concrete pads for easier leveling. "We stayed in site 18, non electrical but right across from the bath house which was always clean! And the views and the level sites, didn't even need the levelers," noted one visitor about Boulder Lake. Northern Hideaway RV Park and Campground in nearby Pearson accommodates both tents and RVs with electric hookups and fifty-amp service, while Maple Heights Campground in Lakewood offers water hookups, electric service, and accommodates larger recreational vehicles.

Seasonal operation limits camping opportunities during winter months in the Northwoods. Most RV parks close by mid-October and reopen in April or May. Access to some sites may require navigation on gravel roads, as one camper mentioned "the approximate 4 mile ride in to campsites is gravel." Water and electric hookups are standard at most developed campgrounds, though full sewer connections are less common. Dump stations are available at larger facilities including Boulder Lake and Maple Heights. The region attracts ATV enthusiasts with several campgrounds providing direct trail access. Many parks accept pets, supply firewood for purchase, and maintain shower facilities. Reservation systems are implemented at most established campgrounds, with sites filling quickly during summer weekends and fall color season.

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309 Reviews of 110 Lakewood Campgrounds


  • Casey L.
    Jul. 21, 2022

    Camping in the Clouds

    Friendly staff but very rustic

    Overall our stay was pleasant the campground is very rustic facilities on premise could definitely use some TLC. We stayed in a pull through site which was decent. Campground overall was very quiet mainly seasonal or long term sites.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 28, 2025

    Brown County Reforestation Campground

    Big rig friendly

    Great place to stay! Big rig friendly! Gravel pads and each site comes with a picnic table and fire pit. Bathrooms in the campground were clean and I believe there were showers.

  • Tonya B.
    Jul. 4, 2023

    Holly Wood Hill Campground & Crandon Saloon Event Center

    Clean and Fun

    • Yards on the lower sites are large, lots of room with concrete pads, but power/water hookups at lower sites are designed for motorhomes, not travel trailers
    • Yards on upper sites are cramped and unlevel
    • Taco Truck on site has amazing food!
    • The campground is ATV/UTV friendly but the area “trails” are gravel roads except the ATV park east of Crandon
    • Dump site is unlevel and leans away from hose hookup making it difficult to fully flush holding tanks
    • Driveway to get in and out of dump site is rough and quite tight for a camper longer than 35ft to maneuver around
    • On July 4th wknd we paid $60/night for water and power hookup, a little steep for not having full hookups
  • Tayah H.
    Jun. 15, 2019

    Peshtigo River Campground

    Great for Families and a weekend getaway!

    I grew up about 10 minutes away from this campground and it is still an awesome place to go when we are looking for a “staycation”!

    It’s right by an elementary school so it’s a very safe area, across the road from an AMAZING playground that all ages will love, also about 50ft from a beach! The beach isn’t huge, and is open to the public so at times it gets crowded but is very safe and clean. The beach is on the peshtigo river and is great for kayaking, paddle boarding, boating, jet skiing, and tubing! There is a boat launch less than half a mile towards town on the river that is open to the public! Also includes a skatepark!

    There also are two pavilions on parks grounds, both covered. One is smaller on the beach and includes grills and tables, and the other one has a stage on it for performances!

    This campground is a mix between RV’s and tenting so you get the best of both worlds! Forget some necessities? No Worries! You’re a 10 minuet drive from Walmart and within walking distance of a cafe and gas stations! There are bathrooms, water hook ups, picnic tables, fire pits, and parking.

    (I unfortunately do not have any recent pictures because I lost all of them but google really does a great job of showing what I’m talking about!)

  • Tammie R.
    Jul. 21, 2018

    Governor Thompson State Park Campground

    Private!

    Park is located in the Peshtigo River state forest. Pet friendly!! Your pets are aloud on trails and with you at your campsite. They must be on a 6 ft leash. The park is beautiful. What surprised me the most was the pit toliets that looked like tiny houses. Pictures are attached. There is a small lake which is great for kayak and swimming. This park also has a boat launch onto the Cauldron Falls Reservoir. I've attached photos of the map. Almost all the campsites are private and hidden away in their own little spots. There are a few hiking trails which i enjoyed spending time on. If you go down the street a bit you will find Old Veterans state park which has a secluded quiet lake and beach. I spent an afternoon at the beach and never saw a soul. There is not a camp store. The only thing you can buy at the park is firewood.

  • hesselinkj@yahoo.com
    Aug. 14, 2024

    Mountain Lakes Rd Dispersed

    Rustic camping

    Small pull off little ways off 64 on mountain lakes Rd. Pick nik table and fire ring. Big site for ATV campers right off trail can probably get toy hauler in here easy.

  • K
    Jul. 19, 2020

    Nicolet National Forest Pine Lake Campground

    Beautiful and Quiet

    Quiet and roomy campsites. Private and treed. One campsite near water, the rest are off water. Boat ramp outside of campground, but is in walking distance. Small beach for swimming with picnic table and BBQ in campground.

  • hesselinkj@yahoo.com
    Jan. 10, 2025

    FR 2140 Dispersed off Hidden Lakes Trail

    Nice Spot in National forest

    Winter camped here, was a nice spot pic nik table, fire ring, wilderness toilet. There is hiking trail access from campsite,but no water access to butternut lake or it would have been 5 star. There is access down the road.Did get one bar of cell (cricket) full with 20 foot ant. Note I've been through here in summer and the road is gravel very dusty from traffic.

  • McKenna R.
    Mar. 26, 2021

    Tranquil~Vista Campground

    Love this place!

    This place was so much fun! The back tent areas are great, great walking trails, right on the water, the staff is so friendly and do daily checks to check if you need fire wood or anything. They also have fun seasonal events that the host for the campers. Definitely check this place out! So many memories there. They also have a playground for the kids, pet friendly, and allow atv/utv.


Guide to Lakewood

Nicolet National Forest surrounds Lakewood, Wisconsin, creating opportunities for camping among northern hardwood and pine forests at elevations around 1,700 feet. The area experiences warm summers with temperatures typically in the 70s-80s°F and cold winters, with most camping facilities closing by mid-October. Water access is a significant draw with numerous lakes and rivers providing recreation options.

What to do

Kayaking and paddling: Boulder Lake at Boulder Lake offers excellent water recreation with a sandy shoreline. "The shore was pretty level and easy to get our kayaks in and out. The shore is shallow and mostly sand. Nice for swimming," notes Julia B.

White water rafting: The Peshtigo River near Peshtigo River Campground provides exciting water adventures. "This camp does a great job on their tubing and river-based activities. People come from far and wide to enjoy the camp's outdoor offerings," reports David K. The campground rents tubes for $14 per person with bus service to drop-off points.

Geocaching: Governor Thompson State Park contains numerous hidden caches. "Lots of geocaches in the park to keep us busy," mentions Jill G., though she warns about ticks in May.

Wildlife viewing: The forests around Lakewood support diverse wildlife including bears. At Governor Thompson State Park, one camper reported, "Did hear some bear walking the first night and some coyotes/or wolves howling literally right behind our tent the second night."

What campers like

Private, well-spaced sites: At Governor Thompson State Park Campground, campers appreciate the isolation. "Almost all the campsites are private and hidden away in their own little spots," writes Tammie R. Another camper, PJ F., adds, "This place is PRIVATE. It is out there but still very well maintained."

Clean facilities: Campground hosts receive praise for maintaining facilities. At Boulder Lake, campers note, "The shower house was nice and clean" and "Bathrooms and showers were excellent" at Governor Thompson State Park.

Firewood availability: Many campgrounds offer generous firewood supplies. "The wood grab was very generous... you fill up a wheelbarrow via honor system with large split dry logs and pay for it that way. Made for some great campfires," reports Jeff F. about Governor Thompson State Park.

Family-friendly atmosphere: River Forest Campground And Outdoor Retreats gets high marks for family activities. "The kids got to sing karaoke and go tubing among many other activities. The owners Raf & Amy work very hard to make sure their guests are comfortable," shares Crystal H.

What you should know

Winter closures: Most RV sites near Lakewood close seasonally. Boulder Lake operates from May 5 to November 1, Northern Hideaway runs mid-April to mid-October, and Peshtigo River Campground operates mid-April to mid-October.

Wildlife caution: Bears and wolves inhabit the Nicolet Forest area. "Did hear some bear walking the first night and some coyotes/or wolves howling literally right behind our tent the second night," reports one Governor Thompson camper.

Cell service limitations: Forest locations often have poor connectivity. "You will lose service if you're relying on GPS directions, you'll find yourself in a bind like us. But we got out our trusty map & winged it," shares PJ F. about finding Governor Thompson State Park.

Tick awareness: Ticks are common in warmer months. "Beautiful Lakes secluded areas and a crazy amount of ticks in May. This could be why we were the only people in our loop of the campground so early in the season," warns Jill G.

Tips for camping with families

Look for swimming beaches: Maple Heights Campground offers family amenities beyond just camping. "Showers pool mini-golf. No lake river or fishing," notes David V., indicating recreational options beyond water activities.

Consider noise factors: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. At Maple Heights, one camper mentioned "Busy highway noise all night" despite giving the campground a positive rating overall.

Bring bug protection: The wooded setting means insects are common. Some campers report using natural solutions: "sprayed the entire site with Apple cider vinegar to try to keep the ticks off the dogs."

Check beach conditions: Water clarity varies by location. At Governor Thompson State Park, one visitor noted, "Once in the water at the beach, the water turns black (ugh)," suggesting families may want to research swimming conditions.

Tips from RVers

Site selection for larger rigs: When booking RV sites near Lakewood, Wisconsin, look for pull-through options. At River Forest Campground, one RVer with a 34' fifth wheel noted, "backing into the spot was tricky but very doable."

Power considerations: Some campgrounds have limited electrical capacity. "The site has water and 20 amp electric service, the power is substantial to power the necessities," mentions John G. about River Forest Campground.

Level sites advantage: Boulder Lake receives praise for site preparation. "And the views and the level sites, didn't even need the levelers!" reports one camper, making setup easier for RVers.

Holding tank management: Sewer hookups are limited in the area. As one RVer noted about River Forest, "The site has no sewer but we have large enough holding tanks where that is not an issue." Plan accordingly for longer stays.

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