Potawatomi State Park features heavily wooded campsites with access to Sturgeon Bay's waters in northeastern Wisconsin. The area sits along the Niagara Escarpment, a limestone ridge extending from New York through Wisconsin, creating distinctive terrain and forest habitats. Cabin accommodations near Oconto range from basic structures to full-amenity units with varying seasonal availability, typically from May through October when temperatures average 55-75°F.
What to do
Hiking trails: Potawatomi State Park offers extensive trail networks for all skill levels. "There are nice trails that run by the water. The sites were nice with fire ring, table and bench. The sites were near one another but vegetation between to give some barrier," notes Tiffany K. from Daisy Field Campground.
Paddle sports: Explore the Peshtigo River from Peshtigo River Campground where water activities are accessible directly from the property. "Great for canoe camping. Friends and I love to canoe camp here. We make it a yearly 'beginning of summer' tradition. Very secluded sites up and down the river," reports Kyle B.
Geocaching: Several parks in the area maintain geocaching locations for treasure hunters. "Nice hiking trails and geocaching available. Canoe and boat rentals also," mentions Denise L. about the Potawatomi State Park area.
Beach access: Many campgrounds provide direct water access for swimming. Diamond Lake Family Campground features swimming areas with inflatable water features. "We don't have small kids but 2 of the couples we were with did and they had so much fun with the water chute and inflatables," shares Jennifer G.
What campers like
Spacious, wooded sites: Wagon Trail Campground offers privacy between camping spots. "The sites are large and secluded. When going to visit different towns it is located in a great location to easily get around. The restrooms were comparable to Fort Wilderness," according to Rich M.
Clean facilities: Bathhouses and common areas receive regular maintenance at most properties. "The bathrooms are the best we've seen at any campground," Gerald B. reports about Wagon Trail Campground.
Riverside camping: Menominee River City Park provides waterfront sites with modern amenities. "The site was nice, campground was not busy which was very nice. Bathrooms are the best we've seen in a long time with individual shower rooms. Traveled in 28ft Class C towing SUV...Plenty of room for both in our site," notes Ron M.
Family activities: Door County KOA Holiday includes multiple swimming areas and recreational options. "With 2 pools, water slide, and splash pad, they are always busy and happy! The bathroom and shower building is wonderful and kept very clean," states Megan about the property's family-friendly amenities.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most cabin properties require advance booking, particularly during summer. "Our first trip with our new to us travel trailer. We were assigned site 339 and in our opinion lucked out with the best site possible in our category. We were nicely surrounded by woods with minimal visibility of our neighbors," shares Kayla M. about Rustic Timbers Door County Camping.
Seasonal considerations: Operating seasons vary but typically run May through October. "We stayed for 2 nights (Fri and Sat) in Aug and really enjoyed it. The campground was quiet and everyone was friendly," notes Jennifer G. about Diamond Lake Family Campground.
Terrain variations: Sites can range from gravel to wooded terrain. "Our campsite was very clean. Tent sites have lots of mosquitoes, so be prepared," advises Jillian S. about Wagon Trail Campground.
Noise policies: Campgrounds enforce quiet hours consistently. "We were here for Memorial Day weekend so it was a busy place however you could not tell. It was quiet. Quiet time meant quiet time," explains Barb W. about her experience at Wagon Trail.
Tips for camping with families
Look for water features: Multiple swimming options keep children entertained. "They have 3 pool areas one for really little ones with a 18" pool and a fun splash pad which are all fenced off so adults can sit in there and not worry about them straying to deeper pools," recommends Andrew C. about Door County KOA Holiday.
Choose campgrounds with playgrounds: Peshtigo Badger Park Campground offers excellent play facilities. "I loved coming here as a kid just for the playground which is still the best in the area. The park has half a dozen small trails as well as streams leading to the beach along the Peshtigo River," shares David K.
Select cabin accommodations with age-appropriate amenities: Cabin options range from basic shelter to fully equipped units. "The campground is big with lots of sites. Some are in a big field that was really crowded. I'm glad we asked for a wooded site," advises Peter V. about his experience at Door County KOA Holiday.
Check for family programming: Some properties schedule regular activities for children. "There are always themes and activities going on the weekends for our 3-year-old to do which she loves," notes Andrew C. about Door County KOA's scheduled events.
Tips for RVers
Site specifications matter: Request sites suitable for your rig size. "We were in site 13 which backed up to the nature trail. Large sites, trash cans at site which was a treat!" reports Barbara P. about Peshtigo Badger Park.
Dump station availability varies: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups or dump facilities. "Rates are very reasonable and the bathrooms are the best we've seen at any campground," notes Gerald B. about Wagon Trail Campground.
Consider seasonal site access: Some areas have limited accessibility during shoulder seasons. "There is a small motel on site also. Located near very small village couple taverns and a mini mart. Less than a mile from the waters of Green Bay. We stayed for a week while touristing Door County and we're very happy," shares Ken F. about Countryside Motel & RV Sites.
