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Best Campgrounds in Wisconsin

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Wisconsin state parks offer diverse camping experiences, from lakeside sites to forested retreats. Established campgrounds like Willow River State Park near Hudson provide amenities for both tent and RV campers, while High Cliff State Park in Sherwood features cabin options for those seeking more comfort. Kohler-Andrae State Park along Lake Michigan combines traditional camping with glamping opportunities. Many campgrounds throughout the state include electric hookups, drinking water, showers, and reservable sites, with most offering year-round access.

State park camping requires vehicle admission stickers in addition to campsite fees, with reservations strongly recommended during summer months. Most campgrounds feature a mix of reservable and first-come, first-served sites. Accessibility varies considerably, with some parks offering paved roads suitable for larger RVs while others have more rustic conditions. Wisconsin's weather can impact camping experiences significantly, with summer humidity and occasional storms, followed by spectacular fall colors and crisp temperatures. Winter camping is available at many locations for cold-weather enthusiasts. "The bathrooms, showers and sites were some of the most clean I've been to, not to mention the landscape and variety of trails is very beautiful and well cared for," noted one visitor about Governor Dodge State Park.

Waterfront camping opportunities abound throughout Wisconsin, with several state parks situated on lakes, rivers, and even Lake Michigan. Devils Lake State Park receives high marks despite occasional crowding, while the campgrounds at Kettle Moraine State Forest offer more secluded experiences with hiking and water activities nearby. Campers consistently praise the well-maintained facilities at locations like Copper Falls State Park and Peninsula State Park. A recent review highlighted that "Dexter Campgrounds was a delight to stay at. There was a private bathroom/shower room that made the experience feel luxurious. It is right next to a beautiful river and lake." Wildlife viewing opportunities are common across Wisconsin's campgrounds, with many visitors reporting sightings of deer, raccoons, and various bird species.

Best Camping Sites in Wisconsin (1,041)

    1. Willow River State Park Campground

    62 Reviews
    Hudson, WI
    Website
    +1 (715) 386-5931

    "There is a newly filled lake after the reconstruction of the dam. This is a non motorized lake for paddling, swimming and fishing."

    "Fun to play in the water, go behind the waterfall and a good hike up 200 steps to view the falls from above!"

    2. Wisconsin Ridge Campground — Wyalusing State Park

    53 Reviews
    Prairie du Chien, WI
    Website

    "Located on the far western edge of Wisconsin this state park offers a little of everything - hiking trails connected to the camp grounds, boat access to the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers, overlook of"

    "This is an amazing park on the Wisconsin/Iowa border, overlooking where the Wisconsin and Mississippi rivers join. I usually try to get in at least 1 trip a year, if lucky enough 2-3."

    3. Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit

    52 Reviews
    North Prairie, WI
    Website
    +1 (262) 594-6200

    "Red Trail, Paradise Trail,Rice Lake are all great hikes. Great views of Lake Ottawa. The close by town of Oconomowoc has a nice place to eat, Burkes Lakeside."

    "Site was spacious but very close to your neighbors. Lots to do in the area. Bathrooms and showers were clean. The beach was not clean and very hard to walk on, very rocky."

    4. High Cliff State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Sherwood, WI
    Website
    +1 (920) 989-1106

    "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!"

    5. Kohler-Andrae State Park

    47 Reviews
    Oostburg, WI
    Website
    +1 (920) 451-4080

    "We were in route to visiting Green Bay Wisconsin and found this campground on Lake Michigan."

    "Nice long stretch of soft sand beach and cool board walk hikes through sand dunes. The sites are pretty typical, nice, wooded, maybe a little squeezed together but over all not bad."

    6. Quartzite Campground — Devils Lake State Park

    47 Reviews
    Baraboo, WI
    Website
    +1 (888) 947-2757

    "There is something for everyone at Devils Lake State Park."

    "One of the best in Wisconsin. Great place for swimming and hiking."

    7. Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

    45 Reviews
    Campbellsport, WI
    Website
    +1 (262) 626-2116

    $18 - $28 / night

    "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!"

    8. Ice Age Campground — Devils Lake State Park

    43 Reviews
    Baraboo, WI
    Website
    +1 (608) 356-8301

    "Much to do at Devil's Lake and surrounding area. features multiple campgrounds and multiple areas for swimming. A beach at the North and South of the lake."

    "It is up and away from the rest of the park a bit and typically almost every site has full shade. This is important in the summer months."

    9. Copper Falls State Park Campground

    36 Reviews
    Mellen, WI
    Website
    +1 (715) 274-5123

    $20 - $30 / night

    "If your from Wisconsin this sits at the very north of the State. If your looking for areas to visit while camping here you may have a little bit of a drive."

    "Wow, Copper Falls has quickly jumped to my number one state park experience in Wisconsin. I’ve lived in Wisconsin my whole life and did not expect such beauty in this northern part of the state."

    10. Perrot State Park Campground

    36 Reviews
    Trempealeau, WI
    Website
    +1 (608) 534-6409

    $39 / night

    "Located among driftless Wisconsin, Perrot SP is a great place to camp. The highlight of this park are the hiking trails created by the CCC."

    "Can't utilize the water unless you have a boat, kayak, etc but great campsites and some of my favorite hiking in Wisconsin. Beautiful and spacious views."

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  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2026

    McCaslin Brook Dispersed site

    great sites right on busy road

    pretty area, tons of tree cover, and the brook is beautiful and clean. $5 per night for a picnic table, fire ring with cooking grate, and a pit toilet.

    i would have rated this 3 stars anywhere else, but dispersed camping is so hard to find around here, i have to give this it's flowers. it's a great spot.

    my biggest issue was how close to the road it was, and how busy that road is. during the day it was near constant traffic of cars, loud side-by-sides, bicycles and walkers. i had someone stop to chat almost immediately upon arriving, which my dogs and i were not too keen on, as we love dispersed camping to avoid socializing lol. site 3 is further off the road but was occupied.

    another thing to keep in mind is that you pay the fee at a beach 2 miles away. i couldn't leave my site once i got there (i car camp by myself and didn't feel comfortable leaving it unattended.) i ended up paying a ranger that stopped by on day 2, but it's good to know ahead of time.

    i got there at about noon on friday, and if i had waited until after work, i think i would have missed out. seems to be popular. would go again if i thought i could snag the 3rd site, but will likely keep trying to find more remote spots in the future.

  • Jay W.
    Jun. 17, 2026

    Blue Mound State Park Campground

    Beautiful Blue

    Welcome to Blue Mound State Park! This is another Wisconsin gym sitting in Southern West Wisconsin. It isn't too far from the city of Madison, but the closest town of Barneveld and Town of Mount Horeb are closer and offer a place to pick up any necessities you may need.

    The park offers excellent hiking trails and 112 campsites with approximately 31 of those being electric. The park offers modern flush toilets and shower buildings.

    The park also offers a rustic accessible cabin for people with disabilities. Also with an accessible flush toilet and shower building about 200 ft from this campsite. You can have a maximum of six people to occupy this rustic cabin.

    One of the greatest things is this park offers a pool and splash pad for kids and this is a relatively good size swimming area! And also near a couple to her destinations, the most famous being Cave of the Mounds! I recommend checking this out if you have the chance!

  • Jay W.
    Jun. 17, 2026

    Point Beach State Forest

    Great Views! So pet friendly!

    Point 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

  • Gerard E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 17, 2026

    Wildwood Haven Resort and Campground

    StarGazer 25

    10-2-25, 

    I stayed in the stargazer yurt and it was remarkable. Flawless check-in and perfect spot. The yurt is about 150 yards from the lake and secluded. 

    A fire pit, two beds and a couch. Rocky my hound enjoyed his rest on his pillow bed.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 16, 2026

    Foster Falls

    Something different

    Was enticed by the possibility of hearing Timberwolves at night, but rain and the sound of the falls nixed that. Gorgeous, but insanely buggy. Day traffic was nominal. Not many options for site setup.

  • M
    Jun. 15, 2026

    Hickory Hills Campground

    Best of both worlds

    This is my second time camping here (June / July). This campground is the best of both worlds. By that, I mean there’s is peace and solitude, while also family fun activities for kids and adults. You can rent kayaks and canoes, for the lake. Fishing pier, nice size beach with the inflatable obstacle course. On the weekend they have activity’s on the beach such as sand castle building competitions, obstacle races and then they have beach bubbles. It’s is fun to watch all the little kids running around like little marshmallows.

    The golf carts are all newer with long lasting batteries. The campsites have lots of tree shade. On our arrival, our site appears to be cleaned. Even our fire ring was cleaned out. Golf cart was there waiting for us fully charged. They bring firewood out to you when you buy it from the store. The store has a nice array of items such as food, ice cream, clothing, little toys an such. The mini golf course is new and some obstacles are made from an artist with recycled tires that are painted.

    There is lots or grass at our campsite (mud too if you’re here when it rains). The roads are a VERY hard packed gravel that electrical scooters can ride on. So yes, electric scooters appear to be permitted here. Be careful tho as there are quite a few pot holes and dips.

    There is a heated pool that goes to 9ft. A balloon launching area, jumping pillow and I’m sure others that I’m missing. By the store, they have picnic tables in shade with activities on each one with little blocks. Karaoke on the weekends. And if you like to socialize, you might run into the “booze cruise”. This is a group of seasonal people that ride their golf carts around playing music trying to get more people to join the ride. They’re entertaining to watch as they stop and start dancing like they’re 12yrs lol.

    Great place to camp. Quiet when you want it, fun when you need it, great free WiFi, activities, shade, well maintained campground with staff that will literally help anyway they can if it’s within their power. Hope all this helps someone make their next camping trip as well as ours have been!

  • Sierra S.
    Jun. 15, 2026

    Apple Creek Campground

    Great amenities

    Showers, 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!

  • Kyle F.
    Jun. 15, 2026

    Apple Creek Campground

    Really nice place besides the night time

    Really 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.

  • C
    Jun. 14, 2026

    Wisconsin Riverside Resort

    Wisconsin Riverside Resort

    Very friendly and accommodating. The restaurant has very good food at reasonable prices. The store has a nice selection of most anything you may have forgotten or run out of. The sites are decently spaced. They have 2 pools, one more smaller child and family where the other is more adult and teenagers. Overall we had a great time with a great experience.

Guide to Wisconsin

Camping in Wisconsin offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking an RV, there's something for everyone in the Badger State.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Many campgrounds, like Buckhorn State Park Campground, have great trails. One visitor mentioned, “Plenty of hiking, canoeing, and kayaking opportunities inside the park.”
  • Fishing and Water Activities: Campgrounds near lakes, such as Coon Fork Campground, are perfect for fishing. A reviewer noted, “Nice beaches and walking trails throughout!!”
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One camper at Hartman Creek State Park Campground shared, “The beauty of this trail is amazing!”

What campers like

  • Spacious Campsites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites. A review from Big Eau Pleine Park Campground said, “Sites were large and private.”
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds have well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Council Grounds State Park Campground mentioned, “Decent bathrooms. Nice little beach area.”
  • Friendly Atmosphere: Campers often feel welcomed. One reviewer at Pigeon Creek Campground stated, “Great overall space! New jungle gym for the kids.”

What you should know

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Buckhorn State Park Campground warned, “The only reason I gave this 4/5 stars is because the mosquitoes!!!”
  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy. A visitor at Jordan Park noted, “They had leaf blowers going at 7 am and came right next to our tents.”
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A review for Roche A Cri State Park Campground mentioned, “Nothing too fancy, but it is worth the trip!”

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. One camper at Fremont RV Campground said, “Plenty of activities for the kids, nice staff, and friendly campers.”
  • Pack for Bugs: Bring bug spray to keep the mosquitoes at bay. A family at Pigeon Creek Campground mentioned, “Bugs were sometimes bad but it was June in the woods in Wisconsin.”
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds can be loud, so have a backup plan for quiet activities. A visitor at Council Grounds State Park Campground shared, “Quiet. Sites were spaced nicely.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Hartman Creek State Park Campground noted, “If you want to be surrounded by hammock-able trees, I suggest sites 94-99.”
  • Look for Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric sites. A camper at Petenwell Park mentioned, “They also have put in new bathrooms and shower houses around their campground.”
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Not all campgrounds have sewer hookups. A visitor at Coon Fork Campground said, “Some loops better suited for tents, some for large RVs.”

Camping in Wisconsin is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, but being prepared can make all the difference!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best tent camping locations in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin offers exceptional tent camping experiences, particularly at Newport State Park Campground with its hike-in sites that combine outdoor adventure with nearby attractions like wine tastings and drive-in theaters. For a secluded experience, Harrington Beach State Park Campground provides private, wooded sites with clean facilities and easy access to Lake Michigan. Other excellent tent camping options include Wyalusing State Park with its scenic river views, and Sailor Lake NF Campground in the national forest with dedicated waterside tent sites. For those seeking a more rustic experience, the walk-in sites at Kettle Moraine State Forest provide a genuine woodland immersion with basic amenities.

Where can I find campgrounds with cabins in northern Wisconsin?

Northern Wisconsin offers several cabin options for campers. Lake of the Pines Campground in Flambeau River State Forest provides a rustic cabin experience in a remote, wooded setting near a beautiful lake. North Trout Lake Campground in the Northern Highland State Forest also offers cabin accommodations with excellent lake access. Several private campgrounds in the Minocqua and Eagle River areas provide more amenity-rich cabin options with electricity and running water. Many northern Wisconsin cabins require advance reservations, especially during peak summer months, and typically range from rustic one-room shelters to fully-equipped cabins with kitchenettes and multiple bedrooms.

What are the best family-friendly campgrounds in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin boasts numerous family-friendly campgrounds with amenities perfect for children. Wyalusing State Park Campground offers a complete package with hiking trails, river access, playgrounds, and educational opportunities where the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers meet. Rocky Arbor State Park Campground provides a quiet retreat close to Wisconsin Dells attractions while escaping the tourist crowds. Devil's Lake State Park features swimming beaches, gentle hiking trails, and interpretive programs ideal for children. Kohler-Andrae State Park offers dune exploration and Lake Michigan swimming. Many family-friendly campgrounds in Wisconsin include modern bathrooms with showers, accessible playgrounds, ranger-led programs, and spacious sites that accommodate multiple tents, making them perfect for families with children of all ages.

How much does camping typically cost in Wisconsin?

Camping costs in Wisconsin vary based on location, amenities, and residency status. State parks like New Glarus State Park Campground charge approximately $15-30 per night for Wisconsin residents and slightly more for non-residents, plus a required vehicle admission sticker ($8-11 daily or $28-38 annual). County parks such as Mendota County Park typically range from $15-25 per night. Private campgrounds like Fox Hill RV Park have higher rates, often $30-50 for tent sites and $40-70 for full hookup RV sites. National Forest campgrounds offer more affordable options, typically $15-20 per night. Most reservable sites also include a $7.75-10 reservation fee. Discounts are often available for seniors and disabled visitors at public campgrounds.

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