Glamping close to Merrimac, Wisconsin offers options beyond the standard tent experience. Located in Sauk County at an elevation of approximately 850 feet, Merrimac sits at the edge of the Baraboo Range, an ancient quartzite monadnock formation dating back 1.6 billion years. Winter temperatures average around 20°F, while summer brings 70-80°F days, making early fall the ideal time for luxury camping experiences.
What to do
Water activities at Devil's Lake: Mirror Lake State Park near Merrimac features calm water perfect for paddling. "The lake is great for kayaking. Lots of sandstone cliffs. We only did 2 hiking trails but they were well maintained," notes Julia B. from Sandstone Ridge Campground.
Disc golf courses: Sky High Camping Resort offers on-site disc golf for visitors staying in their luxury accommodations. "Love this campground! Lots to do, bring your own golf cart or rent one," says Kelly G. from Sky High Camping Resort.
Dog-friendly activities: Many campgrounds offer designated pet areas. Duck Creek Campground provides a spacious dog park that keeps pets entertained while you enjoy glamping amenities. "The kids did have a blast in the pond and there is a really nice dog park that our pup enjoyed," shares Jeffrey S.
What campers like
Water-based attractions: Most visitors appreciate the natural swimming options. "The pond had lots of great inflatables for the kids to climb on, and even the adults enjoyed them. The sand was clean with plenty of lounge chairs," says Kelly M. from Baraboo RV Resort.
Themed weekends: Seasonal events keep returning glampers entertained. "We went during water wars and the kids had a blast!!" reports Tracy C. from Merry Mac's Campground.
Proximity to natural areas: Location near multiple parks is a common positive. "Nice lake area to rent boats and a few hiking trails. Sites are somewhat secluded with trees between sites," says Sara S., noting the balance between amenities and natural settings.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most luxury glamping sites operate from April through October. "Love this campground! Great facilities and a dumping station. No hookups but the area cannot be beat. This is our favorite boondock spot," states Abby W. about Crystal Lake Campground.
Site sizes vary significantly: Some premium sites offer more space than others. "We had a mini family reunion here. The campground was nice, well maintained. The campsites themselves are small," explains Kelly M., highlighting the tradeoff between amenities and space.
Traffic noise impacts some sites: Location relative to highways affects experience quality. "Beautiful facility but the traffic noise was atrocious," warns Kelly B., suggesting prospective glampers ask about site location when booking.
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity: Select sites near play areas for convenience. "We are actually having a blast at this Campground campsites are located right next to the playground so we can watch the kids from the campsite," recommends Sarah C. from Duck Creek Campground.
Water features for kids: Swimming options vary between natural and constructed. "Plenty of things to do here to keep the kids engaged and busy very clean Campground the campsites are well-kept swimming Pond was clean and plenty of fun things to climb on and slide down," shares David H.
Activity schedules: Check weekend programming before booking. "Activities every week. Pool. Pond. Playground. Mini golf. Options for tent camping, cabin camping (both basic and deluxe), RV, seasonal sites," notes Jessica A.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some luxury glamping areas have terrain issues. "Short drive to Devil's Lake and easy to get to town should you need anything," says Kelly M., but warns about site positioning difficulties.
Delivery services: Many campgrounds offer convenience services. "They will deliver wood to your campsite when needed," explains Erin A., noting this service saves time when enjoying premium accommodations.
Booking specific sites: Request exact locations when making reservations. "We rented a pull thru site for the evening since we came into the Dells for a wedding. The campground offered a variety of activities for kids which was something that would draw us back to the campground again," shares Jaime P. from Wisconsin Dells KOA.