Glamping close to Oshkosh, Wisconsin sits within the Fox Valley region, positioned along the western shore of Lake Winnebago at approximately 790 feet elevation. The area experiences warm summers with temperatures averaging 80°F from June through August and cold winters dropping to below freezing. Most luxury camping sites in this region operate seasonally from mid-April through mid-October due to Wisconsin's weather patterns.
What to do
Water recreation: Lake Winnebago access from nearby campgrounds offers boating, fishing, and swimming opportunities. Kohler-Andrae State Park provides "gorgeous sunrises" on Lake Michigan with "trails, dunes, marshes, forests, and Lake Michigan" according to Kathie M., who notes it's "very well kept" with a "very nice beach."
Outdoor activities for kids: Fremont RV Campground features "water parks, mini golf, playgrounds, arcade, train rides. During Father's Day weekend they have a car show," as Brent G. mentions. Children particularly enjoy the Saturday night activities, with Lucas S. noting the "fun dance for kids on Saturday night."
Nature exploration: The region offers diverse ecosystems for hiking. Kohler-Andrae's dune boardwalk trail runs parallel to the Lake Michigan shoreline. Shanon P. reports, "Hiking is nice, there is a dune boardwalk trail that is good that runs parallel to Lake Michigan shoreline."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Breezy Hill Campground earns praise for its maintenance standards. Adela S. comments, "We have really enjoyed our stay here with our two dogs! It's extremely clean, kid and pet friendly, with lots of amenities."
Variety of accommodations: The region offers options beyond traditional camping. S'Mores Campground provides cabins with modern amenities. Annabelle G. describes, "Amazing cabins, amazing setup, they all have picnic tables and benches on porch. Cabin had three beds, fridge, air conditioner, two windows, plenty of plugs in."
Lake access: Many visitors appreciate waterfront locations. Kevin C. praised Lake Arrowhead Campground for its "nice location" and mentions they were "making changes to keep everyone safe" during the pandemic, with "construction being done to boat launch area."
What you should know
Site privacy varies significantly: Some campgrounds offer more separation than others. At Plymouth Rock Camping Resort, Lauren P. notes, "I didn't like our site no trees I felt like I was in my front yard." Christopher S. similarly mentions at S'Mores Campground that "the campsites were ON TOP of each other."
Seasonal operation: Most luxury glamping sites near Oshkosh operate from April to October. Evergreen Campsites and Resort runs from "April 15 to October 15," while Breezy Hill Campground operates from "Apr 15 - Oct 15."
Cell service limitations: In some areas, connectivity can be restricted. Cynthia S. warns about Evergreen Campsites: "One thing guests should know, the only cell service available in the area is AT&T. As a Verizon subscriber, we were completely off grid the entire weekend."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds feature swimming areas, from lakes to pools. At S'Mores Campground, Annabelle G. describes "the huge extremely clean pool" which is "very well maintained and kept, plenty of chairs to use and tables. Right next to the pool was a huge and brand new kids play area."
Entertainment amenities: Apple Creek Campground and others provide recreational facilities. Lynn N. notes the campground has a "nice pool, well stocked fishing pond for catch and release," though cautions "there is nothing to do at this campground, and you have to drive 30 minutes to the city."
Weekend programming: Many sites offer structured activities. Matthew J. says Breezy Hill Campground "have events almost every weekend," while at Fremont RV Campground, Lucas S. mentions the "fun dance for kids on Saturday night."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose carefully based on privacy needs. At Broughton Sheboygan Marsh Park Campground, Emily M. cautions, "It was early June and there were maybe two or three other sites set up in the entire campground... These 'overflow' sites were scantly numbered, and there were fewer fire pits and picnic tables than indicated online."
Hook-up availability: Verify utilities before booking. Kohler-Andrae State Park offers electric hookups but RVers should know that the sites vary in quality. Justin F. notes, "Only flaw is the inconsistency with fire pits, some on the opposite side that doesn't give you much privacy for a campfire. The sites on the road aren't great."
Luxury glamping alternatives: For those seeking upscale camping near Oshkosh without an RV, several options exist. Blue Top Resort offers "Rv pull through sites with electric and water. Along with a variety of other type of sites," according to marge, who noted it was "very clean and well run" though they "prefer full hookup but they did offer pump out service for a small fee."