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Campgrounds surrounding Necedah, Wisconsin provide a mix of public and private camping opportunities for various preferences. The area features several established campgrounds including Buckhorn State Park Campground, located on Castle Rock Lake, and Wilderness Park in Juneau County. Most facilities accommodate tent and RV camping, with select locations like Oakdale KOA and The Reel Inn also offering cabin rentals. Castle Rock Lake and the nearby Wisconsin River provide waterfront camping options that serve as popular recreation hubs for fishing, swimming, and boating activities.
Seasonal considerations impact camping experiences throughout the region, with most campgrounds operating from spring through early fall. Buckhorn State Park and several county parks like Petenwell and Castle Rock remain open year-round. "We enjoyed our stay last year except for the biting flies," noted one camper about summer conditions at Buckhorn. Biting insects can be problematic during summer months, particularly at lakefront sites, while fall camping generally offers fewer pest issues. Many campgrounds require reservations, especially for weekend stays during peak summer months. Electrical hookups are available at most developed campgrounds, while water hookups and shower facilities vary by location. Cell coverage may be limited in more remote camping areas.
Waterfront campsites consistently receive positive reviews for their scenic views and recreational opportunities. Buckhorn State Park offers walk-in sites with private beach access that campers particularly value. A recent review noted, "The site we stayed at was beyond perfect. Only a short walk from the parking lot, it was entirely hedged in by trees and completely separated from the nearby sites." Several campgrounds provide fishing opportunities, with Castle Rock Lake known for bass, walleye, northern pike and panfish. While the natural setting attracts outdoor enthusiasts, campers should be prepared for occasional noise from nearby establishments, as some reviews mention music from bars across the water. The mixed-use campgrounds balance natural surroundings with varied amenities, from primitive sites to developed facilities with modern showers, making the Necedah area suitable for different camping preferences.
Best Campgrounds near Necedah (181)
1. Buckhorn State Park Campground
"Gorgeous campground in the middle of no where Wisconsin! Perfect place to camp if you like to climb at Necedah! There are a few lake entrances and at one of them we saw a couple large gorgeous cranes!"
"The trails are beautiful with some wooded areas and some prairie. The hike in is just shy of a mile."
from $18 - $90 / night
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"I have been going to this campground for years, walking around, going to the beaches, launching the family pontoon and fishing in Lake Petenwell. Everyone is always so friendly upon arrival."
"A nice camping option with a more peaceful, spread-out lake feel."
3. Roche A Cri State Park Campground
"Chill and relaxing camp ground in Roche A’ Cri Wisconsin State park. Sites surrounded by old growth pines and adjacent to park’s name sake, Roche A’ Cri mound."
"Loved how the trails were located right off the campground loop. The 303 stairs to the top lookout is a workout and worth the trip for the view."
from $18 - $34 / night
Check Availability4. Kennedy County Park
"So I’m driving back from a camping adventure and the wind picks up. After fighting it for awhile we start looking for a spot to stop for the night."
"There's a shelter area and some nice little hiking trails. Just outside of New Lisbon if you need anything."
from $15 / night
Check Availability5. Wilderness Park (Juneau County)
"A great campground with out of this world lake views. Most sites come with amazing lake views. Great for watching the sun rise up over the lake. Great swimming, fishing and playing."
"Some sites with electric can be found with lake access. Plenty of space between sites. Very quiet campground with a play area, beaches and other nice features. "
from $17 - $23 / night
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"The campground is super easy to get to as it is adjacent to I-90 which means you’ll also deal with highway noise."
"We stayed one night on our way through Wisconsin. The campground was very neat and tidy. The folks that ran it were very nice and friendly."
from $27 - $129 / night
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"A great spot for camping right on Castle Rock Lake. It has that easy, laid-back lake campground feel, with plenty to do without having to leave the park."
"Far drive to any nearby stores but a lot of bars and restaurants nearby. Carlson’s is the best! Had fun at the beach and down the road you can go tubing on the river nearby."
8. The Reel Inn RV Campground & Log Lodge Resort
"Definitely recommend for a seasonal home away from home"
"Clean and Friendly Next to a huge restaurant and bar that have the lowest prices for above average food. Definitely recommend. Overnight sites easy to get into and large sites."
9. Buckhorn State Park Campground
"Some of the walk in campsites are a far walk from the parking. So, if you simply want car camping, make sure you pick an appropriate site!"
"Enjoyed the beach and the trails. Lots of poison ivy so stay in the center of the trails and be aware."
10. Mill Bluff State Park Campground
"We had our two dogs who normally bark when people walk past but the site was secluded with good tree coverage that we didn’t have any issues! We drove across the highway and got some good hiking in."
"The highway is there and the night train schedule was 22:45 03:10 and 03:15. There are plenty of washrooms. Fire wood is sold at the camp ground entrance. $5 a bundle, cash or check."
from $18 - $34 / night
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 3 min from La Crosse, WI
- 1 hr 26 min from Wausau, WI
- 1 hr 28 min from Madison, WI
- 1 hr 32 min from Oshkosh, WI
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Recent Reviews near Necedah, WI
740 Reviews of 181 Necedah Campgrounds
- ttraveller 1.
Legendriver access with camping and park
Great gem of a spot
Has river access. Two parking lots Picnic area And make sure you go to the back of the field and take the suspension bridge trail
Keith P.
TravelerNorthern Lights Campground — Devils Lake State Park
Great State Park
Stay here for a long weekend. The weather finally cooled down. Great hiking and beautiful views. There’s a lake for swimming and boating without motors. Very hilly area. We stayed at a double site and met relatives.
- jjack F.Traveler
North Wood County Park
Large county park with facilities
I biked into the park and was assisted by the campground host. The swimming area was closed for the season but there was much to see and explore. There was no way to pay in person at the campground. The cost was $27 per night but there was a hefty $10 processing fee. A bit high.
- Charlie Y.Guide
Woods Edge Campground
Cross country travelers
Last minute phone call reservation...early evening...We told the lady on the phone we would be arriving late...She stated she would email me specifics on the camp site etc. For one reason or another I never received the email. We arrived about 11pm. No information left for us in regards to site etc.,so we found what looked like an easy site to back into for the night. I made contact again via telephone with the same lady to get bath house code and mentioned to her that I never received the email....She was very nice and polite. Perhaps an envelope with information left out in addition to an email may have helped. However it was a nice campground, clean, safe, and secure ,Decent level lot with elec and water...Dump station on site.....I would use this campground again if I'm ever in the area. Even when you hit a snag such as not getting the check in email it sure is nice to hear a pleasant voice at the other end of the line.
- BBriana K.
ScoutNeshonoc Lakeside
Beautiful, clean, fun
I was a little skeptical after a negative review about the regular residents, so I watched for that dynamic. We were camping with another family so we had 8 kids between the two of us and I was worried all those kiddos would upset people. Quite the opposite experience from that review and it motivated me to leave this one to help provide a good picture. I have nothing bad to say about our camping experience. We did go a little out of season (September 12) so a lot of the campsites were empty. Most their sites are flat, and clean. The grass was well mowed and maintained. They had activities for the kids (Halloween). People that drove by were friendly and smiling, and waiving. We had people drop off candy for the kids asking parents first. We had people offer basketballs for our kids to use while they were away from their site. Me and my friend were about to haul ice bags and wood up a huge hill on foot and someone stopped their golf cart and emptied it of what they were carrying to give us a ride to our campsite. The kids tootled about on their bikes being kids with no negative experiences. There were a couple of kids on motor scooters whose engines were kind of obnoxious but that’s going to happen more and more at campgrounds, and it wasn’t during quiet hours. We had sites atop the “full Lakeview” and it was honestly surprising how beautiful it was up there. I think it can be difficult to get a view when you’re camping but those sites had it. We knew the full lake view sites were open so we took the cheaper ones across from them, but still saw the same view. There was a great amount of space between the sites we used. The only possible critique I might offer is in that specific row there weren’t many trees for shade, but the weather was cooler so it didn’t affect us, but if we went in the summer it might have been more uncomfortable without that natural shade. The bath houses and showers were great!!! I feel like a good bath house can make or break a campsite and we’ve been to some smaller ones that were quite lacking but this one was great. Very clean, not many bugs, spacious, real doors on the shower stalls. We did not arrive in season to utilize the pool area but it looked great from the other side of the gate ;) - the parks were well maintained and the kids loved them. there was a set of stairs that went from up the hill down to the office that looked a little sketchy but they were closed off for use. If you didn’t have a golf cart or couldn’t ride a bike, the trek from where we stayed to the office might be a challenge. Overall we loved it and would definitely consider going again. The sites were a little pricey but had on site sewer hookup which is fantastic.
- KKelly M.Guide
East Fork Campground
Camp on the Black River
The East Fork part of the campground is a beautiful area along the river. The sites are nicely spaced and there are pit toilets located throughout. The animals came alive at night and we could hear coyote packs howling to each other, owls hunting, and the crickets and frogs are still going. September makes for hot days and pretty cold nights, but there was good tree cover, that still allowed to see the ALL the stars. There was plenty of room for the 2 allowed cars. Site 124 is located at the end of a loop with dumpsters nearby, that were empty and clean. A very nice place to spend a couple nights!
- DDesiree Z.Scout
Emrick Lake Campground & Resort
Owner is unbelievably rude and unprofessional
If you want one of their employees to scream at you in front of everyone during bingo saying I’m going to“beat your ass” then this is the place for you! Complained to owner; did nothing at all said I was in the wrong then proceeds to scream at a different employee in front of everyone saying“you’re out of here I don’t care if you don’t have a ride home” completely embarrassing& unprofessional. A yogi bear would never. Edit: owner comes up to me later in the night, says she was in the military and would have no problem‘kicking my ass.’ Then shushes me and asks if I’m always so difficult to talk to. Like seriously? This is who runs this place? Unprofessional
- TTim F.Traveler
White Mound County Campground
Off the beaten path
Very nice grounds with gorgeous tree covered sites, electric hookup on most of them. They have toilet facilities on each end of the grounds. They have shower facilities with potable water fill station next to the showers and water fountains in several locations. For those with kids they have a very nice playground area.
Guide to Necedah
The camping areas near Necedah, Wisconsin span across central Wisconsin's sandy plains region with elevations averaging 900-950 feet above sea level. This area lies within the Central Sand Plains ecological landscape characterized by flat, sandy former lake beds and glacial outwash deposits. Most campgrounds remain open from mid-April through late October with several county parks offering year-round options for cold-weather campers.
What to do
Kayak fishing access: Castle Rock County Park offers direct lake access for fishing enthusiasts. "We had site A11, and just loved the location. The A loop is overlooking the lake and close to the beach. Big pine trees so your campsite is really flexible," shares a camper who found the location ideal for water activities at Castle Rock County Park.
Geocaching adventure: Buckhorn State Park provides free GPS units for geocaching explorations. "We grabbed one of their pre-loaded GPS units for Geocaching; It's something the park offers for free. They give you a bag, GPS and information book on all the Geocaching sites," explains a visitor who enjoyed this family activity with nieces.
Hiking options: Multiple trail systems exist throughout the area's parks, ranging from easy walks to more challenging climbs. "Hiking paths were great, the check in was seamless and we will be back!" notes a reviewer who explored Roche A Cri State Park, which features a 300+ step stairway to a panoramic overlook.
Fishing opportunities: Various fishing spots target different species across the region's lakes and rivers. "Caught a sheep head and some white bass! Campsites are a nice distance apart and the bathrooms aren't a far walk and are well maintained," reports a camper who enjoyed the fishing pier at Buckhorn State Park.
What campers like
Beach access: Many campsites offer direct water access for swimming and boating. "The site was spacious and has a great fire pit for cooking. There is a small trail leading to the water with an extremely small beach front but it was enough to keep the girls entertained," writes a visitor about their experience at Buckhorn State Park Campground.
Secluded sites: Walk-in and hike-in sites provide added privacy away from more developed areas. "We got one of the spots that you needed to hike out to but it wasn't far at all. There were 2 other campsites beside us but they weren't reserved so we were all by ourselves. We had a little slice of beach and it was very beautiful during sunset," explains a camper who enjoyed the solitude.
Reasonable pricing: County parks offer economical camping options compared to private facilities. "Not free! They request that you pay $5 per night on their sign near the entrance!" notes a visitor to Kennedy County Park, highlighting the affordable rate compared to nearby options.
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds feature well-spaced sites that accommodate group camping. "The sites are huge and flat with a river running along side," mentions a camper about Kennedy County Park, where larger groups can spread out comfortably.
What you should know
Insect preparations: Biting insects can be particularly intense during summer months. "Mosquitos were the worst i have ever experienced. The second we got out of the car they were all over us. We used the heaviest deet possible nonstop," warns a camper from Buckhorn State Park, highlighting the need for strong repellent.
Lake conditions: Algae blooms can affect swimming quality during warmer months. "Unfortunately, the algae was in bloom so the water was caked green! However, it doesn't do any harm so we made our way out into the more clear portion of the water and had a blast!" shares a visitor about their experience at Buckhorn.
Noise factors: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby highways or establishments. "We could hear the bar blaring music across the lake until 10 or 11pm," reports a camper at Wilderness Park regarding occasional sound carrying across water.
Supply availability: Remote locations require bringing sufficient supplies. "Bring what you need as the closest gas station is 15 mils away," advises a Petenwell Park visitor about the limited shopping options near some of the more remote camping areas.
Tips for camping with families
Free equipment loans: Some parks offer complimentary equipment to enhance family activities. "The park also offers free poles and tackle," mentions a visitor about Buckhorn State Park, where children can try fishing without needing to bring gear.
Kid-friendly beach areas: Look for shallow, sandy swimming areas ideal for younger children. "The water is shallow, warm and the bottom is very soft sand," describes a camper at Petenwell Park about the gentle swimming conditions.
Playground availability: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. "There's a shelter area and some nice little hiking trails," notes a Kennedy County Park visitor about amenities that help keep children entertained.
Cart accessibility: For walk-in sites, equipment transport carts are available at some locations. "We drove to the site and started loading up the cart to walk in," explains a family who found this feature helpful when camping with children at Buckhorn State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection guidance: Choose RV sites carefully based on specific needs. "We parked out 36 foot RV in a wooded site. They have water from sites also. We will be back and next time we will be doing the water site," advises an RV camper about their experience at Petenwell Park.
Electric options: Various hookup configurations exist across campgrounds. "There are 2 dump and fill stations for rvs. We have a 28 ft travel trailer and had tons of space at our site," shares a visitor at Castle Rock County Park about the amenities for RV campers.
Overnight convenience: Easily accessible sites make for good travel stops. "Great Place; Central to many key places with very low rates. Clean and Friendly Next to a huge restaurant and bar that have the lowest prices for above average food," recommends a visitor to The Reel Inn RV Campground, noting its convenient layout.
Seasonal considerations: Some of the best places to camp near Necedah, Wisconsin offer year-round RV access. "We came to petenwell park in just 2024. Very nice place and will be back again. Staff that we did talk to were friendly and helpful. If you want to bring a boat you can there is a landing in the park," mentions a recent visitor about the RV facilities at this year-round option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What campgrounds are available in Necedah, WI?
What campgrounds are available in Necedah, WI?
The Necedah area offers several excellent camping options. Buckhorn State Park Campground is a gorgeous option with lakefront sites, hiking trails through woods and prairie, and is popular with rock climbers visiting Necedah. Wilderness Park (Juneau County) provides stunning lake views and great swimming and fishing opportunities. Other nearby options include Petenwell Park, Kennedy County Park, and Roche A Cri State Park, all within a reasonable driving distance of Necedah.
How much does camping cost in Necedah, Wisconsin?
How much does camping cost in Necedah, Wisconsin?
Camping costs in the Necedah area vary by amenity level and type of campground. At Roche A Cri State Park Campground, a state park camping fee typically ranges from $15-30 per night depending on residency status and amenities. Private campgrounds like Fox Hill RV Park & Campground generally charge $25-45 per night for standard sites, with full hookup RV sites running $35-60. County parks in the region often offer more economical options, with some sites available for $15-25 per night. Most campgrounds also charge reservation fees of $5-10.
What amenities are provided at Necedah campgrounds?
What amenities are provided at Necedah campgrounds?
Campgrounds around Necedah offer varying amenity levels to suit different camping styles. Oakdale KOA provides full hookups for RVs with easy interstate access. At Cliffwood Campground — Mirror Lake State Park, you'll find beach access, boat ramps, and excellent fishing opportunities. Many campgrounds in the region feature picnic tables, fire pits, and access to hiking trails. The private campgrounds typically offer more amenities such as swimming pools, camp stores, firewood delivery, and shower facilities. Most public campgrounds provide basic restroom facilities, with some offering electric hookups at select sites.
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