Campgrounds near Little Chute, Wisconsin typically close between mid-October and early November as temperatures drop to average lows of 30-40°F. The Fox River Valley terrain provides relatively flat camping areas with occasional rolling hills, creating accessible sites for various camping styles. Water table levels can impact seasonal camping conditions, particularly during spring thaw.
What to do
Water recreation options: At Pearl Lake RV Campground, visitors can enjoy swimming in the man-made pond that has filtration and aeration systems. "They have motion activated street lights to light up the roads at night when needed without staying on all night," notes camper Matthew J.
Mini golf access: Village Inn on the Lake offers on-site mini golf for families seeking recreational activities without leaving the campground. A camper mentioned, "Cute Mini Golf Onsite! Location is great! About 2 Miles from Neshotah Beach!"
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing ponds where catching bluegill is relatively easy, particularly at Hickory Oaks Campground. "Well stocked pond, easy to catch bluegill," reports Craig C. The campground also features a swimming area in their small lake, providing dual-purpose water recreation.
What campers like
Pool facilities: Kewaunee RV & Campground includes a swimming pool among its amenities, along with volleyball courts and a game area. Susan M. describes it as "beautifully maintained with swimming pool, volleyball, game area, large park like setting to walk your dogs."
Wildlife viewing: The wooded settings of some campgrounds create opportunities for wildlife watching. At Hickory Oaks Campground, campers report seeing "chipmunks, ducks, a great horned owl, and countless birds to name a few," according to Hannah H., who also appreciated that their "campsite was shaded all throughout the day."
Proximity to attractions: Campgrounds in the region offer strategic access to popular Wisconsin destinations. Kewaunee RV & Campground is "minutes to Lake Michigan and Door County few miles away and 35 minutes into Green Bay," says Susan M., making it convenient for day trips.
What you should know
Noise considerations: Highway and road noise affects some campgrounds in the area. At Apple Creek Campground, Scott D. notes, "What wasn't so great was the proximity to the interstate, unfortunately, there is no changing that."
Seasonal camper prevalence: Many campgrounds house predominantly seasonal campers. Pearl Lake RV Campground has "about half of this park are permanent rigs," according to Whistle P., who observed that "some of them even built structures around their campers, or siding outside!"
Basic facilities: Some locations offer minimal amenities but at lower price points. At Omro RV Park, a camper reported the sites are "gravel, and that's about it. It is self check-in. They have water and a dump station. It's a place to stay over when traveling."
Tips for camping with families
Event planning: Many campgrounds host special seasonal events worth planning around. Pearl Lake RV Campground offers Halloween celebrations where "the place was decked out! They had trick or treating and a golf cart parade," according to Whistle P.
Hospitality matters: Staff interactions can significantly impact family camping experiences. At Kewaunee RV & Campground, Mark notes that "the owners overheard us talking as we checked in and brought her campfire colors as a gift all wrapped" for his daughter's birthday weekend.
Space limitations: Family groups should consider site dimensions carefully. Jennifer G. found that at Kewaunee RV & Campground, "the sites are a little small but the hospitality of the owners/hosts ensure that we'll be back," indicating that service quality sometimes compensates for spatial constraints.
Tips from RVers
Leveling expectations: Sites at Apple Creek Campground can accommodate larger rigs despite terrain variations. Robert O. shared that "even though we were on a hill the campsite was level. We had plenty of room for rv and tow."
Basic RV services: Many campgrounds offer electric and water hookups but limited sewer access. At Osh Vegas Palms, Jeff G. describes it as "a basic rv park. Water and power only, with a dump station out front. There is no other amenities."
Long-term vs. short-term stays: Consider your camping duration when selecting a campground. At Hickory Oaks Campground, Deborah W. states it's "on the edge of the city and close to everything," making it suitable for her "second year long term camping here" with options for "30 and 50 Amp hookups."
