Cabin rental options near Omro, Wisconsin offer access to the Fox River and Lake Winnebago watershed within 10-30 miles of town. This east-central Wisconsin area features a mix of hardwood forests and wetlands with seasonal temperature ranges from summer highs in the 80s to winter lows below freezing. Most camping cabins in the region remain open from April through October, with some sites offering extended shoulder season availability.
What to do
Swimming and water recreation: At Evergreen Campsites and Resort, visitors can enjoy both a swimming pond and lake access. A camper noted, "Our group rented a pontoon boat for a day and floating around the lake absolutely made the trip."
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds provide fishing opportunities without leaving the property. At Hickory Oaks Campground, one visitor mentioned the "well stocked pond, easy to catch bluegill," making it ideal for casual anglers or families with children.
Hiking trails: High Cliff State Park Campground offers multiple trails with varying difficulty levels. A camper recommended, "Lime kiln trail is difficult but so worth it," providing a challenging option for those wanting more strenuous activity.
Golf: Green Lake Campground features a 9-hole, par-3 course right on the property. One camper mentioned, "The 9-hole golf course was nice I just wish I would have remembered my clubs."
What campers like
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful environment at smaller properties. At Camp Shin-Go-Beek, a visitor described it as "incredibly peaceful with a ton of beautiful birds singing throughout the day, relatively private (even with fellow campers in the area)."
Swimming areas: Blue Top Resort & Campground offers both a small pond for swimming and access to a larger lake. A camper noted, "It has a small pond to swim in and is also located on big lake. They have boat rentals."
Family-friendly amenities: Multiple pools are a highlight at Green Lake Campground, where a visitor observed, "They have an adult, kid, sport and normal pool. If you are a golf fan they have a par three golf course which is pretty awesome."
Wildlife viewing: Natural settings attract various wildlife. At Hickory Oaks, campers reported seeing "chipmunks, ducks, a great horned owl, and countless birds to name a few."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most cabin rentals in the area operate seasonally. Hickory Oaks Campground is open "May 1 to Nov 1," while others like Blue Top Resort run from "Apr 15 - Oct 31."
Varying bathroom facilities: Not all cabins include private bathrooms. At Sleepy Hollow Farms, "Small cabins are available, only one of which has a bathroom. These all had air-conditioners, but I did not see the inside of them."
Booking requirements: During peak times, advanced reservations are essential. At Evergreen Campsites, popularity means "we booked 2021 before even leaving the campground."
Terrain conditions: Site conditions can vary with weather. A camper at Sleepy Hollow noted, "The roads were all dirt and with the rain, became very muddy along with the campsites as well."
Tips for camping with families
Multiple swimming options: Green Lake Campground offers varied water features for different age groups. A visitor highlighted, "They have an adult, kid, sport and normal pool."
Wildlife education: Use the natural setting for educational opportunities. At Fremont RV Campground, a parent shared, "My kid loved the wildlife here! Everything was great overall, but most of all my son was pretty enamored by all of the awesome wildlife we saw on the strip."
Plan for rainy days: Weather can change quickly in Wisconsin. Having backup activities is important, as one camper at High Cliff State Park noted, "They have pit toilets open year round whatever the case," ensuring basic facilities remain accessible regardless of conditions.
Beach activities: Several campgrounds offer beach access. Camp Shin-Go-Beek has "a short walk to the private beach at the lake," providing safe water access for children.
Tips from RVers
Limited full hookup options: Many cabin rental campgrounds also accommodate RVs, but not all offer full hookups. A camper at Blue Top Resort mentioned, "It offers RV pull through sites with electric and water. I only gave it 4 stars because we prefer full hookup but they did offer pump out service for a small fee."
Site conditions: When booking RV sites, inquire about the surface type. At Hickory Oaks, one camper observed, "You can't park at your site unless you have a site with a gravel pad. Even if you have a woven mesh mat outside your camper they don't like you to have it out."
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly by location. At Evergreen Campsites, a visitor warned, "The only cell service available in the area is AT&T. As a Verizon subscriber, we were completely off grid the entire weekend, unless we used our car as a hotspot."
