Camping sites near Luxemburg, Wisconsin offer diverse experiences across Brown and Kewaunee counties where elevations range between 580-800 feet. The area experiences average summer highs of 78°F with frequent temperature drops at night, particularly in spring and fall. Late summer brings higher humidity levels while camping near water bodies can mean more insect activity.
What to do
Hiking at limestone formations: Visitors to Potawatomi State Park can explore unique geological features with varied trail difficulties. "There are nice trails that run by the water. The sites were nice with fire ring, table and bench," reports Tiffany K., who notes the trails offer water views.
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds provide lake and river access for anglers. "The draw here is the fishing and it was perfect. Not too many crazy boaters so kayaking was perfect to do," explains Scott M., who stayed at Big Lake Campground.
Geocaching adventures: Some parks offer this outdoor treasure hunting activity. "Nice hiking trails and geocaching available. Canoe and boat rentals also," mentions Denise L. about her stay at Potawatomi State Park, highlighting additional water recreation options.
Exploring cave systems: The Maribel Caves near Devils River Campground provide unique underground exploration. "The New Hope Cave is only open to tour 1 weekend of the month. It is usually the 3rd Saturday of the month... 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," shares M E.
What campers like
Spacious, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the privacy and natural setting of sites with tree cover. "The sites were nice and wooded with lots of privacy," notes Ken G. about his stay at Bay Shore Park.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and shower buildings receive positive mentions. "Everything was very clean and even with the campground full it was nice and quiet," reports Celeste D. about Bay Shore Park.
Water features: Swimming ponds and water access points are popular amenities. At Devils River Campground, "The central pond and waterfall were awesome!" according to M E., who spent two weeks there in a camper.
Family-friendly atmospheres: Many campgrounds cater specifically to children with dedicated amenities. "This is a great spot for kids..although there isnt swimming there are 2 playgrounds and lots of space to play frisbee or run around. We habe a great yime every time we go!" shares Kristine M. about Bay Shore Park.
What you should know
Weather considerations: Rain can significantly impact camping conditions. "Rain does cause many of the spots to flood," warns Celeste D. about Bay Shore Park, while Ken G. notes, "It rained most of the time we were there so we didn't get to explore much."
Insect prevalence: Bug populations can affect comfort levels. "The only negative with our stay (which the campground can't help) were the mosquitos, flies, and bees. So bring bug spray!!!" advises M E. about their stay at Devils River Campground.
Limited shower facilities: Some campgrounds have restricted shower access. "There was one shower house that seemed to be pretty busy most of the time," mentions Tiffany K. about Potawatomi State Park.
Reservation systems: Many parks have specific booking requirements. At Kewaunee RV & Campground, "The sites are a little small but the hospitality of the owners/hosts ensure that we'll be back," notes Jennifer G., highlighting that customer service can compensate for site limitations.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature child-friendly play areas. "There is a lot to do for kids a great play area, swimming, fishing, boating etc.," shares Jennifer S. about Bay Shore Park.
Swimming options: For hot summer days, water recreation provides essential relief. At Door County KOA Holiday, "With 2 pools, water slide, and splash pad, they are always busy and happy!" according to Megan, who specifically praises the "bathroom and shower building" as "wonderful and kept very clean."
Special events: Some campgrounds create memorable experiences through organized activities. "Stayed there for our daughters birthday weekend. The owners overheard us talking as we checked in and brought her campfire colors as a gift all wrapped," shares Mark about the thoughtful gesture at Kewaunee RV & Campground.
Site selection: Choose locations with adequate space for family activities. "We stayed in the primitive area which wasn't crowded at all just after labor day," notes Ken G. about Bay Shore Park, suggesting timing affects crowding levels.
Tips from RVers
Hookup placement: The location of utilities can create challenges. At Bay Shore Park, "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," warns Nikki & Mike.
Site leveling concerns: Ground conditions affect setup ease. "The sites are pretty level and semi private (you can have a conversation and not be heard at other sites)," notes Jennifer S. about Bay Shore Park, highlighting both physical and privacy considerations.
Weather impacts: Soil conditions change drastically with rainfall. "The ground was a sandy-dirt, which wasn't too bad at first, but after an overnight rain it was a muddy mess," explains Nikki & Mike about their Bay Shore Park experience.
Maneuvering space: Site dimensions can present challenges for larger rigs. "We have a 30 foot camper and the site we were on, let's just say we had a hell of a time backing up and smashed one of our back windows in the truck that's how tight it was," cautions Renee S. about High Cliff State Park Campground.
