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The eastern Wisconsin landscape surrounding Malone features a mix of state forests, county parks, and private campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Columbia County Park in Malone provides tent and RV sites with full hookups from May through October, while the nearby Kettle Moraine State Forest offers more extensive camping options at Mauthe Lake and Long Lake campgrounds. These state forest sites, located about 20 miles southeast of Malone, provide a more immersive natural experience with wooded sites and lake access. High Cliff State Park, situated on Lake Winnebago's eastern shore near Sherwood, offers year-round camping with sites that range from secluded forest settings to areas with limestone cliff views.
Wisconsin state parks and forests in this region typically require vehicle admission stickers in addition to camping fees, with prices ranging from $8-15 daily or $28-38 annually. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from May through October, though some like High Cliff remain open year-round with limited winter facilities. As one camper noted, "Mid to late October is great for fall camping in southern Wisconsin with cool nights ranging from lower 30s to upper 40s and daytime temps that can exceed 60." Spring camping often means dealing with muddy conditions, particularly in low-lying areas. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with better coverage near Fond du Lac and spottier reception in the more remote forest areas.
Many campers highlight the privacy of sites as a key feature of the region's campgrounds. According to one visitor to Mauthe Lake, "Upper loop campsites are a little more secluded. Lakeside sites are also available but a little more crowded." Water recreation opportunities abound, with fishing, swimming, and boating available at most state park and forest campgrounds. The Lake-to-Lake bike trail connects Long Lake and Mauthe Lake campgrounds, offering an 8-mile route through varied landscapes. Wildlife viewing is excellent throughout the area, though campers should be prepared for "loud frogs when attempting to sleep" as one reviewer mentioned. Mosquitoes can be problematic in summer months, particularly in areas with standing water between campsites.
"Mauthe Lake Campground is located in the Northern Kettle Moraine Forest in East/Centreal Wisconsin."
"Wonderful trail around the lake and a variety of different campsites. Plenty of space, very rural. Very wisconsin!"
from $23 - $38 / night
Check Availability"A little better than the average Wisconsin state campground."
"We loved just walking around the paths to and from the lake to our site."
from $23 - $38 / night
Check Availability"This was my first time camping in a Wisconsin state park and I thought it was great! Our site backed up to a trail along the cliff which was awesome for a family that loves to hike."
"Another spacious Wisconsin State Park site. #2 is level and listed as full shade but we had enough sun to recharge our Jackery everyday. It helps that it was blue skies each day!"
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"On lake Winnebago w boat landing, can canoe or kayak shoreline if not too windy, hiking trails, kids play area, close to town. No entrance fee."
"Very spacious campsites close to or on the water. There is a marina if you have a boat, and the fishing is supposedly excellent. Expensive playground areas with picnic, grills, and fire pits."
"Well it’s like most county parks in Wisconsin. It has both pit and flush bathrooms, shower, firewood, even ice. It is right by a boat launch with sis a nice one fees are free with camping."
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"On the edge of the city and close to everything."
"All the other campgrounds in OshKosh are near the airport, which makes sense since the biggest event each year is the EVAA air show. None of them have trees."
"We were in route to visiting Green Bay Wisconsin and found this campground on Lake Michigan."
"About 20 minutes from Sheboygan, WI and 2 hours from Chicago, IL, Kohler-Andrae State Park Campground, is a few minutes drive or walk from Lake Michigan."
from $26 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Close to the surrounding cities."
"Lots of open space for our kids to play and a beautiful lake view and beach with lots of lake shells and birds to see. Friendly and helpful hosts as well."
"Water is usually available, but more limited during the pandemic (spigot turned off by our campsite, but available near the parking lot at the entrance - a longer walk)."
"Grassy sites surrounded by trees (plenty for hammocks too). Short walk to pit toilets and drinking water."
from $90 / night
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ScoutNothing special but a nice spot if you need somewhere to park your camper and stay. Electric and water hookups, decent showers and bathrooms. Septic on site. We stayed here for an event at the fairgrounds but there were also several others staying here while they were in town for work.
GuideThe campsitw and park are excellent. The staff we encountered were helpful and kind. The beach, hiking trails and lighthouse are outstanding. I can't find anything to say negative. A wonderful place and experience.
ScoutWe have been annuals here for now our 12th year and it’s been a horrible experience ever since Thousand Trails bought it 4 years ago! Today is July 5, 2026 and the pool is closed again, it’s only been opened for 6 days this year! The hours are 11 to 5 pm and closed from 1:00 to 1:30, 2:30 to 3:00 when it is open! This is only the beginning of the horrible campground! If we didn’t have a Park-Model with a large patio and pavers that are grouted we would leave now and never come back!
GuideWe stayed here one night and had a great experience! The restroom/bathhouse is super clean, conveniently located, and NEW. A refreshing thing after roughing it. We took a trail down to the trussle bridge that goes across the river. Nice nature view. Fishing was good too, near the bridge at the entrance to the park. My son was there maybe 5 min and hooked a decent sized pike. We brought our two dogs and they enjoyed the quiet of the park and the trails. Only complaint I had was that someone previously had left dog poop at our site, but sometimes people don't clean up after their pets. Our site had electric, only 30 amp hookup but we had a 50 amp adapter and it worked well. We would definitely stay again.
LegendPoint Beach State Forest sits on the Eastern side of Wisconsin along the 5 miles of shores on lake Michigan.
This is a wonderful Park. It can be very busy especially during peak times, so be prepared for crowds! The park offers plenty to do from trails to swimming, and obviously camping.
The park offers two beautiful beaches. One of them being for pets, both of them right on Lake Michigan.
This park has excellent and typically clean shower and bathroom buildings. It offers 127 campsites with 70 of them offering electricity. All of these campgrounds are in walking distance from Lake Michigan but none offering a view of the lake. This park also offers indoor group and outdoor group camp sites! The park also offers two rustic sites. One being for the Ice Age National Scenic trail and one being a kayak campsite which is only accessible from Lake Michigan. Both of these sites are only about a half a mile south of the forest office! The forest office building is beautiful with plenty on display in the clean restrooms. Firewood is also available at the forest office!
There are plenty of amenities near the park as it sits right outside the city of Two Rivers and also not too far from the city of Manitowoc. Being close to the city, there's a grocery store not too far from the park as well as gas stations and shops near the downtown.
Let it be known you do not have to escape the park on weekends for a good meal if you're not in the mood for cooking, this park offers fish fry on Fridays and Saturdays and the food is delicious. It also offers concession stands with snacks and ice cream during the rest of the week.
Be aware of ticks in this park, especially deer ticks. I have personally had a very bad experience during the early fall. I won't go into detail as it was quite a disgusting experience! Despite that, this is a wonderful Park and think it should be on everyone's list for places to camp
ScoutShowers, pool, a general store, arcade/game room, stocked fishing pond. We rent a deluxe site monthly and we love it here! Being long term, they pump us out twice a week! Which is great! They take really good care of their guests!
ScoutReally nice place we have been here before but after this trip we learned to stay away from the main park area unless you want to hear kids screaming at 10-11pm and drunk parents cheering them on. Our first visit on the hill was really nice and had a lot of room from neighbors.
ScoutFriendly camp hosts. Nice large sites with even and level grass. There are padded FHU sites available. Immaculate bathrooms and showers. Fresh, clean water at hookups. Very quiet despite being on major roadway. Good value. Would stop again.
ScoutThis State Park is located along the Niagara Escarpment. The campground is near the bluff and gives a great view of Lake Winnebago. The vault bathrooms are open year-round as is half the campground. During the summer, the store at the marina offers camping gear and there is a restaurant near the golf course outside the park. I camp here regularly, rock climb, and run the trails.
The landscape surrounding Malone, Wisconsin includes small lakes, marshes, and mixed deciduous forests that create varied camping environments across Fond du Lac and Calumet counties. Camping options range from sandy lakeshore sites to forested inland plots, with the region typically experiencing warm summers with highs in the 80s and cooler spring and fall seasons. Ground conditions can vary significantly after rainfall, particularly at campgrounds with clay soil bases.
Beach swimming and water recreation: Mauthe Lake Campground offers a maintained beach area with calm waters ideal for families. According to one visitor, "Nice clean swimming and lots of hiking and biking options," while another adds that there's a "nice beach/swimming area, bike path, and playground for the kids."
Dune hiking and boardwalks: Kohler-Andrae State Park features unique dune landscapes along Lake Michigan. A camper notes, "Hiking trails are great, especially the ones through the dunes," while another recommends the "dune boardwalk trail that is good that runs parallel to Lake Michigan shoreline."
Lake-to-Lake biking: Take advantage of the 8-mile crushed gravel trail that connects camping areas. As one reviewer at Long Lake Campground shares, "Great quiet spot, huge biking trail that's about 7 miles long one way, good beaches and great lake." Another visitor mentions, "Decent biking trail system to beach and bike trail that connects to Maithe Lake."
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds offer good fishing access with varying catch types. A visitor to Mauthe Lake noted, "lots to do at mauthe lake. big campsites. not too close to neighbors, good fishing!" The fishing ponds at some smaller campgrounds are catch-and-release only.
Spacious, private campsites: Many campgrounds feature well-separated sites that provide privacy. A camper at Long Lake Campground observed, "Very nice campground. Sites are decent sized for tenting or small camper. Almost all the sites are surround by trees and small brush so it gives a private feel."
Clean, updated facilities: Calumet County Park receives praise for its maintenance. One reviewer noted, "Pit toilets are within a short walk and are among the cleanest I've seen anywhere," while another mentioned, "showers & bathrooms are very clean."
Sunrise and sunset views: Lakefront camping provides spectacular daily views. According to a visitor at Calumet County Park, "The park is on the shores of Lake Winnebago and the sunsets are fabulous!" Another camper at Mauthe Lake shared, "Sunset on the lake is ridiculously beautiful!"
Wildlife viewing: The region supports diverse bird and animal populations. At Hickory Oaks Campground, a visitor observed, "We saw so much wildlife! Chipmunks, ducks, a great horned owl, and countless birds to name a few."
Site location matters: At High Cliff State Park, "Site 112 is nice pull through," according to one camper, while another mentioned, "Site 105 was large and relatively private." Study campground maps before booking to find the best fit.
Seasonal water availability: Early season campers should verify facilities. One camper notes, "Only gripe is the uncertain schedule they have for turning on water for the season. First week or two of may is a safe bet, but no promises."
Weather considerations: Fall camping offers specific advantages. A visitor to High Cliff State Park reported, "Beautiful fall colors! The campsite was large and relatively private. We enjoyed hiking on the trails," while another mentioned, "Stayed here for 4 days in late October. Site 112 is nice pull through."
Wildlife challenges: Be prepared for local wildlife encounters. One camper at High Cliff State Park warned, "Raccoons can be a pest and beg for food!" While insects vary by season, they're typically most active in summer months after rainfall.
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. A visitor to Mauthe Lake mentioned, "Nice beach/swimming area, bike path, and playground for the kids," making it easier to keep children entertained.
Educational opportunities: Columbia County Park offers learning experiences. According to a reviewer, "It has both pit and flush bathrooms, shower, firewood, even ice. It is right by a boat launch with sis a nice one fees are free with camping. There is a cool look out Tower."
Local treats: Plan an outing for special treats. A Long Lake Campground visitor suggested, "Took a ride over to the town of Dundee and checked out Hamburger Haus for some HUGE ice cream cones."
Varied activities: Multiple recreation options keep kids engaged. As one Mauthe Lake camper noted, "Great clean sites and fishing. Many hiking trails. Historical attractions. Wisconsin does their parks and forests right."
Electric options: Verify amperage before booking. At Breezy Hill Campground, sites offer "electric-hookups, fifty-amp-hookups," but other campgrounds may only have 30-amp service or no hookups.
Site accessibility: Some campgrounds restrict vehicle parking. A Hickory Oaks Campground visitor warned, "You can't park at your site unless you have have a site with a gravel pad. Even if you have a woven mesh mat outside your camper they don't like you to have it out."
Leveling considerations: Terrain varies across campgrounds. For sites at Kohler-Andrae State Park, one RVer noted the campground is "big-rig-friendly" but added that some sites require significant leveling due to the sandy soil base.
Dump station availability: Most campgrounds in the region offer sanitary dump stations, but timing matters. Columbia County Park has a "sanitary-dump" that can get congested on Sunday mornings during peak season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Malone, WI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Malone, WI is Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit with a 4.4-star rating from 45 reviews.
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