RV camping near Solon Springs, Wisconsin places visitors in the heart of Wisconsin's north woods region, characterized by dense pine forests and multiple fishing lakes. The area experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers, averaging 75°F in July and August, and cold winters dropping well below freezing. Cellular coverage varies considerably throughout the region, with particularly weak signals in forested areas away from main roads.
What to do
Lake activities at Iron Lake: Top O' the Morn Resort & Campground provides direct access to Iron Lake, where campers can enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating. A reviewer noted, "Lake is calm and peaceful. Saw a lot of wildlife and heard the sounds of loons in the AM and evening."
Biking trails in Ashland: Kreher RV Park offers access to bike trails that connect to downtown Ashland. One visitor shared, "It's connected to a bike trail that you can take to downtown or farther north along the lake. You can follow it all the way to the end of town where you'll find a large beach and (free) artesian well water."
Fishing on Nelson Lake: Sunrise Bay Campgrounds sits directly on Nelson Lake, providing excellent fishing opportunities. A camper remarked, "Has a boat launch within the campground and slips to park your boat by your site. The campground sits on Nelson Lake. Fantastic fishing!!"
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate the spacing at RV parks in the region. At Treeland Farm RV Resort, a guest commented, "Tucked away from our neighbor just enough to have plenty of space for us & the pups but without being completely segregated."
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness is frequently mentioned in positive reviews. One camper at Top O' the Morn Resort & Campground stated, "Very clean and well maintained," while another at Kreher RV Park noted, "The shower house is very clean and has private rooms."
Quiet atmosphere: The peaceful environment draws many visitors to the area. A reviewer at Treeland Farm RV Resort shared, "This place takes you away from everything. Welcome to real camping," while another at Top O' the Morn mentioned it was "quiet and peaceful and left me well rested."
What you should know
Reservation policies vary: While some parks accept advance reservations, others operate on a first-come basis. A Kreher RV Park visitor advised, "First come first served park. We were able to find a spot before 1pm but the park filled up by 3-4pm. There was steady traffic of disappointed RVs driving through the grounds till 6-7pm."
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds in the area close during winter months. Red Pine Campground operates from May 1 to October 1, while Top O' the Morn Resort runs from May 1 to October 15, limiting camping options during colder months.
Wi-Fi availability: Internet access is limited at most area campgrounds. At Red Pine Campground, a camper reported, "AT&T had 4 bars of LTE and Verizon 3 bars of LTE service. Free WiFi Fast.com: 1.5 Mbps down, 3.6 Mbps up," while at Top O' the Morn, a reviewer noted "WiFi only worked in the lodge and ATT signal was very weak."
Tips for camping with families
Playground options: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. Red Pine Campground has "small playground areas," while Kreher RV Park features "a great playground" near Lake Superior.
Swimming opportunities: Happy Ours RV Park provides water recreation for children, while Treeland Farm RV Resort offers "a large outdoor pool and all sorts of things to do!"
Rainy day activities: Some campgrounds provide indoor options when weather doesn't cooperate. A visitor to Sunrise Bay Campground mentioned, "Nice game room for the kids on a rainy day," while another noted Treeland Farm RV Resort's main resort area has "a great restaurant and bar."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Several RV parks require equipment to level rigs. At Red Pine Campground, a camper noted, "Site was gravel and a little un-level, but nothing extreme," suggesting leveling blocks are necessary at most parks.
Dump station challenges: RVers should plan dump station usage carefully. At Kreher RV Park, a reviewer warned, "The dump station is on a hill and with a longer rig our tow vehicle felt in the way of the entrance/exit and the road to the boat launch."
Payment options: Some campgrounds have limited payment methods. A visitor to Northland Camping & RV Park mentioned, "Only cash and checks accepted for payment," indicating RVers should carry multiple payment forms when traveling in the area.
