RV parks near Stone Lake, Wisconsin operate primarily from spring through fall, with most facilities closing by mid-October. The region sits within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest area, characterized by dense pine forests and numerous lakes. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing, making seasonal operation necessary for many campgrounds without winterized facilities.
What to do
Fishing access: Sunrise Bay Campgrounds provides direct access to Nelson Lake with boat slips available at lakefront sites. "Fish cleaning facility. Nice restrooms and showers. They'll bring you a load of wood if needed for a very reasonable price. Overnight sites on the lake or actually a bay. Has a boat launch within the campground and slips to park your boat by your site," notes camper Andrea M.
Water recreation: Campgrounds in the area offer various water activities, with some providing free equipment. "You can float or wade in it; it's shallow and refreshing. Great little secret campground," says Amanda W. about the Thornapple River at Thornapple River Campground.
Technology disconnect: Many campers appreciate the limited connectivity in the region. "Go here if you want good food, drinks, amazing fishing, and NO service. That is the best part. This place takes you away from everything. Welcome to real camping," writes Mikala D. about Treeland Farm RV Resort.
What campers like
Quiet atmosphere: The Stone Lake region offers several secluded RV camping options. "This is a very nice RV Park. There's plenty of sites and they appear to be expanding. Sites are fairly spread out," notes Judy B. about Country Quiet RV Park and Campground.
Waterfront sites: Many campers specifically mention enjoying lakeside camping options. "Great place, simple, very friendly and accommodating. Beautiful views of Nelson Lake," says Isaac S. about his stay at Sunrise Bay Campgrounds.
Resort amenities: Some parks offer additional recreational facilities beyond standard camping. "Large outdoor pool and all sorts of things to do! Across the road is the Resort with a great restaurant and bar. You can also use peddle boats, kayaks, canoes, etc for FREE!!," explains Kim L. regarding Treeland Farm RV Resort.
What you should know
Seasonal communities: Some RV parks function more as seasonal communities than traditional campgrounds. "This campground isn't really a campground, it is more like a summer community. A majority of sites are taken up with permanent RV set ups, and some are super huge and elaborate," cautions Judy B. about Wolf's Den RV Campground Resort & Tavern.
Site spacing variations: Campgrounds vary significantly in site density and privacy. For those seeking more space, Country Quiet offers wider spacing between sites with an "easy loop system makes this campground very easy to navigate through."
Tank services: Several parks offer alternatives to standard dump stations. At Thornapple River Campground, "The hosts will pump your tanks for a $10 fee," according to Amanda W., while other parks may include sewer hookups at each site or centralized dump stations.
Tips for camping with families
Game rooms: Some campgrounds provide indoor recreation options for rainy days. Sunrise Bay Campgrounds has a "Nice game room for the kids on a rainy day. They also have a small playground," according to Andrea M.
Proximity to supplies: When camping with children, access to stores can be important. "Stores are about 7 minutes away" from Thornapple River Campground, notes Amanda W., making it convenient for forgotten supplies or snack runs.
Management flexibility: Family camping often requires schedule adjustments. "Extremely friendly owner. Very helpful when I called to cancel short notice and had to reschedule!" reports Mindy K. about Happy Ours RV Park, indicating management willing to accommodate family scheduling changes.
Tips from RVers
Booking timing: Memorial Day and other holiday weekends fill quickly at popular parks. "It was a Saturday on Memorial Day weekend..& she didn't laugh at me! She was happy to announce that they did indeed happen to have a cancellation," mentions PJ F. about a fortunate last-minute booking at Treeland Farm.
Site leveling: Most parks offer relatively level sites. Treeland Farm provides "Large pull through sites with concrete patio, picnic table, fire pit" with "The pull thru gravel driveway at our site was ample & level."
Year-round options: While most RV parks close for winter, a few remain open. Happy Ours RV Park operates "All year," providing an option for cold-weather camping in the Stone Lake region.
