North Bay Shore Park provides direct access to Green Bay waters with sites $15-20 per night on weekdays, offering both water and electricity hookups. Campgrounds near Oconto, Wisconsin feature a mix of riverside and lakeside settings with moderate rainfall May through October. The region's varied ecosystems support camping options from municipal parks to county facilities within a 25-mile radius of town.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At North Bay Shore Park, the shoreline provides excellent fishing spots. "Plenty of fish along the shoreline makes this campground a good place for locals as well as those trying to get away from the routine hustle and bustle," notes David K. The park's location on Green Bay creates ideal conditions for anglers.
Kayaking and boating: Holtwood Campground offers affordable watercraft rentals for river exploration. "There is a river to swim in with very cheap kayak, tube, and paddle board rentals," mentions Emily M. The Oconto River access allows for easy launching directly from the campground.
Nature trails: Peshtigo's Badger Park features wooded paths with bridges crossing small streams. "The park has half a dozen small trails as well as streams leading to the beach along the Peshtigo River," explains David K. These trails provide moderate difficulty walks suitable for most ability levels.
What campers like
Large, level sites: Bay Shore Park receives consistent praise for its spacious campsites. "All are level and very generous in size. While they don't necessarily have a physical separation between them, sites are spaced a good distance apart from each other," reports Lee D. The campground's layout prevents overcrowding even during busy periods.
Clean facilities: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Oconto maintain well-kept shower buildings and restrooms. "The bathroom and shower building is wonderful and kept very clean," says Megan about Door County KOA. Most campgrounds in the area feature regularly maintained facilities with coin-operated showers.
Affordable rates: Peshtigo Badger Park Campground offers excellent value with reasonable nightly fees. "PA cost $13.50, $27 otherwise," reports Barbara P. Several campgrounds in the region maintain lower weekday rates compared to weekend pricing.
What you should know
Weather considerations: The Green Bay area experiences significant seasonal variations affecting camping conditions. "After stopping here this year, edit to add that sadly, most of the trees (especially the ones in the middle of the loop) are gone, due to emerald ash borer," notes Deb M. about North Bay Shore Park. Spring camping often means dealing with muddy conditions after rainfall.
Water access limitations: Not all waterfront campgrounds offer swimming beaches. "This side of the lake is very Mari so there is no beachfront at all, for people with a boat and wanting to launch it's perfect but for rock hounds and beach walkers like me not so great," Christine B. explains about North Bay Shore.
Reservation requirements: Holtwood Campsite Municipal Park fills quickly during summer months. "Most of the spots are set up for RVs with little privacy. Right on the river with access to the water for kayaking and stuff," reports Two Snoops. Weekend reservations often require booking several weeks in advance during peak season.
Tips for camping with families
Playground options: Multiple pet-friendly camping options near Oconto feature play areas for children. At Bay Shore Park, "There is a nice playground and a smaller swing set; both are in different locations behind campsites, making it a bit awkward to access," according to Lee D. Several campgrounds maintain separate day-use playground facilities.
Entertainment scheduling: Door County KOA Holiday organizes regular weekend activities for children. "There are always themes and activities going on the weekends for our 3-year-old to do which she loves," says Andrew C. Check campground websites or call ahead to confirm current programming schedules.
Swimming facilities: Water options vary significantly between campgrounds. "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 they straying to deeper pools," Andrew C. explains about Door County KOA Holiday.
Tips from RVers
Hookup configurations: Some campgrounds have awkward utility placements. At Bay Shore Park, "The electric and water hookups were on opposite sides of the site, and we had to keep adjusting the travel trailer to get both to actually hook up," notes Nikki & Mike. Bring extension cords and extra water hoses to accommodate unusual layouts.
Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds offer on-site dumping. "NO DUMP STATION AT ALL. No garbage dumpster. Water and electric only," Barbara B. warns about Countryside Motel & RV Sites. Plan accordingly for longer stays by researching nearby dumping facilities.
Ground conditions: Surface quality impacts comfort and equipment. "The ground was a sandy-dirt, which wasn't too bad at first, but after an overnight rain it was a muddy mess," Nikki & Mike report from Bay Shore Park. Consider bringing extra matting or ground cover for muddy seasons.
