Best Camping near Sturgeon Bay, WI

Are you in need of a campground near Sturgeon Bay, WI? Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Sturgeon Bay is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Sturgeon Bay and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Sturgeon Bay, WI (63)

    Camper-submitted photo from Potawatomi State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Potawatomi State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Potawatomi State Park

    1. Potawatomi State Park

    28 Reviews
    79 Photos
    155 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from South Nicolet Bay Campground - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from South Nicolet Bay Campground - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from South Nicolet Bay Campground - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from South Nicolet Bay Campground - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from South Nicolet Bay Campground - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from South Nicolet Bay Campground - Peninsula State Park

    2. South Nicolet Bay Campground - Peninsula State Park

    28 Reviews
    78 Photos
    142 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $20 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Wagon Trail Campground
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    3. Wagon Trail Campground

    32 Reviews
    64 Photos
    243 Saves

    Wagon Trail Campground is located in beautiful Northern Door County. It is blessed with beautiful acreage bordering the Mink River Nature Conservancy Preserve. Our wooded sites will provide you with a feeling of seclusion and privacy that is difficult to find at campgrounds these days. Combine this with highly rated clean restroom and shower facilities and you have a first rate “camper’s campground”. Wagon Trail Campground provides you with an opportunity to relax and connect with nature. All this, and the rest of Door County at your fingertips. We invite you to “Enjoy our good nature!”

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Newport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Newport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Newport State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Newport State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Newport State Park

    4. Newport State Park

    32 Reviews
    160 Photos
    193 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from North Nicolet Bay - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Nicolet Bay - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Nicolet Bay - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Nicolet Bay - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Nicolet Bay - Peninsula State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Nicolet Bay - Peninsula State Park

    5. North Nicolet Bay - Peninsula State Park

    18 Reviews
    88 Photos
    75 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    6. Tranquil Timbers

    10 Reviews
    25 Photos
    63 Saves

    Situated on Wisconsin’s eastern peninsula, just an hour’s drive northeast of Green Bay, Tranquil Timbers RV Resort is an ideal destination for relaxing on Sturgeon Bay and exploring Door County’s local attractions. Right next door, Potawatomi State Park offers several miles of hiking and biking trails, paddling and fishing on Sturgeon Bay, and several picnic areas and playgrounds. Just a few minutes drive away, Gardner Swamp Wildlife Area is a lowland forest and marsh preserve that offers good bird and wildlife watching. There are also several golf courses in the area, as well as fishing in Green Bay for walleye, northern pike, bass and trout. For a taste of the local flavor and culture, the nearby communities offer a variety of shops, art galleries, eateries, and annual festivals worth checking out, and several of the peninsula’s 10 lighthouses are open for touring. For making yourself at home at Tranquil Timbers, the resort offers more than 250 RV sites with full hookups. Campers can choose from open and sunny sites, or wooded and shady sites, with back-in or pull-through driveways. All sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, and tents are permitted. Campground amenities include restrooms, hot showers, laundry facilities, and a camp store. A dump station is located onsite. The resort also offers a selection of yurts and camping cabins. For recreating without driving anywhere, the resort features a playground, heated swimming pool, game room, mini golf course, horseshoe and volleyball courts, and a snack bar. Dogs are permitted, but must remain leashed. Seasonal campsite rates range from $46–$71/night, plus daily $4 resort fee; yurts and cabins range from $91–$220/night, plus fees.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $42 - $217 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Baileys Woods Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Baileys Woods Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Baileys Woods Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Baileys Woods Campground

    7. Baileys Woods Campground

    11 Reviews
    39 Photos
    46 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Timbers Door County Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Timbers Door County Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Timbers Door County Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Timbers Door County Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Timbers Door County Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Timbers Door County Camping

    8. Rustic Timbers Door County Camping

    7 Reviews
    27 Photos
    54 Saves

    We are located on a 160 acres of beatiful woods in the heart of Door County WIsconsin. We are family and pet friendly. Large RV water & electric and full hook up sites along with 17 beautiful Cabins tucked in the woods.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Tennison Bay Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Tennison Bay Campground
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    9. Tennison Bay Campground

    12 Reviews
    66 Photos
    47 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Bay Shore Park
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    10. Bay Shore Park

    11 Reviews
    20 Photos
    130 Saves

    Bay Shore Park is located along the bay at 5637 Sturgeon Bay Rd, New Franken WI approximately 15 miles northeast of Green Bay on State Highway 57, and 30 minutes from Sturgeon Bay (Door Co). We have approximately 110 wooded campsites situated atop the Niagra Escarpment; 90 sites with water and electric hookups, 18 sites with no hookups and 2 group campsites (one with and one without hookups). All sites have asphalt pads, fire rings, and picnic tables. Bay Shore can accommodate travel trailers of all sizes. Amenities include shower facilities, a dump station, firewood, ice, laundry, boat launch, Jump Pillow (hours vary), playground, a set of concrete bag toss boards, and hiking & biking trails on the property. Free WIFI available near ship themed playground and park pavilion. Online reservations may be made 364 days in advance; however, NO refunds or site changes will be allowed, plan accordingly.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $22 - $38 / night

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Recent Reviews In Sturgeon Bay

378 Reviews of 63 Sturgeon Bay Campgrounds


  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Bay Shore Park
    Oct. 15, 2024

    North Bay Shore Park

    secluded

    Peaceful, quiet, easy to book and well kept! Bathroom was ice cold and only cold water in bathroom. Very nice hot water in shower house. They made us pay for 2 nights when we only stayed for one on a Monday(not a weekend) but I’d absolutely recommend this campground! Very peaceful!!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bay Shore Park
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Bay Shore Park

    Very secluded

    Very nice and and quite! Bathroom only has cold water but shower house has nice hot water. We are here on a Monday and it made us pay for 2 nights so that’s my biggest complaint but this is a very secluded and clean park so I’d stay here again!

  • Tori K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Brown County Reforestation Campground
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Brown County Reforestation Campground

    Nice location!!

    Great place to stay! Big rig friendly! Gravel pads and each site comes with a picnic table and fire pit. Bathrooms in the campground were clean and I believe there were showers.

  • Ken G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bay Shore Park
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Bay Shore Park

    Nice woody sites near the lake

    We stayed in the primitive area which wasn't crowded at all just after labor day.  The sites were nice and wooded with lots of privacy.  It rained most of the time we were there so we didn't get to explore much.  Tried to walk down to the lake from our site, but just got to the top of the cliffs on the lake.

    The automated pay system insisted we pay for 2 nights since they considered Thursday to be a weekend night.  This is just silly.  Thursday is NOT a weekend night.  

    We only spent one night due to the rain.

  • Linda N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Timbers Door County Camping
    Aug. 10, 2024

    Rustic Timbers Door County Camping

    Great spot for families

    This was our first experience with a “bells and whistles” type campground. And we were very pleased with the quality of the amenities that we have previously done without.

    The newer playground is now open/free and includes a pickleball court, which was enjoyed by everyone. There is also a nice little convenience store and a bar/restaurant with a patio that overlooks the play area. It’s a great setup for parents who feel comfortable letting their kids play at a distance.

    The toilets and showers were just spotless and so clean. That was honestly such a pleasant and welcomed surprise.

    We were fortunate to have a more wooded spot within the circle section of the campground but it was not as wooded/secluded as other camping experiences we’ve had. But we knew this going in and were really pleased with the amount of greenery we got along with the amenities.

    Would definitely come back!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from J.W. Wells State Park
    Jul. 30, 2024

    J.W. Wells State Park

    Beautiful location but not if you have a bigger camper

    The views are beautiful but all the camping spots are grass, we instantly sunk the second we tried to park ! Bring blocks if you want to stay!

  • p
    Camper-submitted photo from Door County KOA Holiday
    Jul. 23, 2024

    Door County KOA Holiday

    Overall a good experience

    We rented a camper for the first time and decided to go here. We appreciated the facilities and the fact that there was help available if necessary.

    The campground is big with lots of sites. Some are in a big field that was really crowded. I’m glad we asked for a wooded site.

    The biggest downside was noise. We were there over the 4th of July. There were golf carts that circled the campgrounds blaring loud music on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th of July. I get celebrating the 4th but this was pretty annoying.

    But overall this was good. It helped me realize I prefer more remote camping. I’m not sure the resort feel of this KOA is for me, but that is a preference. There is a lot to like and a lot to do here.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Hy-Land Court RV Park
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Hy-Land Court RV Park

    Great camping experience

    Wonderful campground with great friendly service. We will definitely be returning on our trips to door county

  • Terry L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Point Beach State Forest
    Jul. 6, 2024

    Point Beach State Forest

    Beautiful beaches

    The campground is clean and organized well, with each space separated by trees/bush/woods. The drinking water is not good so be sure to pack enough. The beaches are very clean and great for walking at different points in the day. Site 28 was a bit small.

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from J.W. Wells State Park
    Feb. 25, 2024

    J.W. Wells State Park

    Great, clean,and grassy campground!

    Great views of Lake Michigan! Beautiful sandy beach just a short walk away! Really nice playground for the kids. Overall, one of our favorite places to connected camp!

  • Stacey N.
    Camper-submitted photo from J.W. Wells State Park
    Sep. 25, 2023

    J.W. Wells State Park

    A lovely stopping point!

    Again, we stayed here for one night on our way elsewhere. We have to come back and make it our destination next time. Clean bathrooms… excellent camp hosts. Weekdays in the fall.. so quiet and peaceful.

  • Suzanne A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Newport State Park
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Newport State Park

    Pure Serenity!

    This has been our favorite yearly destination. We go to campsite 12 as it is ON Lake Michigan with a small private pebble beach. (Water shoes are a must!) The water depth is about waist deep for as far as you can go out so it is great for kids and snorkling. My husband likes to put his hammock between the two trees at the shoreline. The hike in is about 1.8 miles and can be pretty bumpy! A cart could probably get pulled in if you were patient. We backpack with out 8 and 4 year old and they do just fine with the hike. There is fresh water at the ranger station and clean bathrooms.

  • Hilary S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Island State Park
    Sep. 5, 2023

    Rock Island State Park

    Surprisingly quiet in spite of how small the island is

    We did a quick one-night trip to Rock Island and stayed at one of the backpacking sites. It was fun to take the two ferries in to the island, and the campsite was a very short hike from the dock. We did a day hike around the whole island that afternoon/evening and departed the next day. I would not have wanted to stay for longer than the one night since the island is too small to permit much in the way of day hiking, but it was a fun destination for the short trip.

  • Barbara B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Countryside Motel & RV Sites
    Aug. 21, 2023

    Countryside Motel & RV Sites

    Unappealing

    Wouldn't consider this an rv site. Very small spaces ( 16 ) right by the road. NO DUMP STATION AT ALL. No garbage dumpster. Water and electric only. I thought they had to have a dump station by law to be an rv place. They said in 2018 they were working on it. Charged extra for 50 amp service. If you just want to pull in for the night and sleep it's ok. Would not recommend.

  • Darcy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Potawatomi State Park
    Aug. 21, 2023

    Potawatomi State Park

    Great location but VERY busy and noisy campground!

    Camped for two nights in the northern loop. The camp store is fantastic -- lots of camping gear, snacks, beer, ice cream, and merch. The bathrooms were clean and the showers had nice hot/warm water! The hand dryer in the ladies bathroom is useless, though, so I ended up just having to air dry.

    Amazing hiking and sights! Very close to the water and trails. The shoreline is rocky and definitely not meant for swimming. The boat launch is north of the campground and even has a fish-cleaning station. You can rent kayaks and paddleboards from the camp store and then launch them at the boat landing.

    VERY VERY noisy campground. Lots of screaming kids and barking dogs and loud-talking. While this doesn't bother a lot of people, it made it difficult to really relax. Also, this isn't a reflection of the park at all -- of course it's a popular campground, as it has a lot of amenities and activities. I knew what I was getting myself into!

    The sites are pretty close to one another but there are a lot of trees and greenery, so you still feel like you're in your own space. The bathrooms are all very clean and within short walking distance from the sites. 

    Next time I visit, I will do it in April/May or September/October so that I can avoid peak season, but I'll definitely be coming back!

  • Janet B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Island State Park
    Aug. 16, 2023

    Rock Island State Park

    Great destination if you want to “escape”

    I visited Rock Island on 8/12/23, during the peak Perseid meteor shower viewing period. Rock island SP is a dark sky spot and combine that with lesser people around, it was a perfect location for stargazing!

    About the site(20): Very spacious but the distance btw the picnic table/tent and the fire ring was somewhat far. Can see the neighbors but far enough to maintain some privacy. A short walk to the beach! There are sites that are closer to the water (i think 26-28) and i would definitely stay in one of those sites next time.

    Island in general: Like many people mentioned, there’s a water pump near the boat house and pit toilets scattered thru the campsites. Firewood are sold for $7/bundle during 4:30pm-5:30pm. Bring cash!!

    One big no-no: SPIDERS. WHY SO MANY SPDIERS?!?!? spiders are crawling everywhere. Yeah the beach was so nice and didnt feel like I was in Wisconsin but there are COUNTLESS SPIDERS crawling on the beach. Why?!?!? So no to a picnic blanket, a camp chair is a MUST.

    I was only there for one night to see the meteor shower but will definitely return to enjoy the island, check out the lighthouse and come fully prepared for some anti-spiders measures. There’s also a tour led by the ranger/friends of the Rock Island org (not sure which) and SUP/kayak rental as well.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Baileys Woods Campground
    Jul. 15, 2023

    Baileys Woods Campground

    In the woods, but with all of the amenities!

    You are in the woods, but with all of the amenities! The location is in the middle of everything. We stayed in July 2023 and would definitely return. Cell service was good, and their clubhouse area was cute.

  • Jacob H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Marinette City Park
    Jul. 3, 2023

    Marinette City Park

    Quite disappointed

    Made reservations for a site. When we got here, someone was in our spot and there was a paper hanging on the post that said it was reserved for 2 days longer than how long our stay was going to be. We called and asked what was going on and the lady was extremely confused and said she'd get the campground caretaker there asap. We then asked if we could occupy another site, they said yes and asked what kind of rig we had. I said that we were tenting. The lady said that wasn't allowed and she'd issue a refund. There isn't anything on the website that says tenting isn't allowed.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Seagull Marina and Campground
    Jun. 20, 2023

    Seagull Marina and Campground

    Quiet and close to the beach

    Great spot that is cheaper than most places nearby. Scott was really nice and got us checked in without any issues. Great location and near to fishing,restaurants and the beach.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mapleview Campground
    Jun. 15, 2023

    Mapleview Campground

    Joyce and Stan make this place an Oasis

    What a great little spot to visit. They have many sites in the field or in the woods. Most with electric 30/50 amp and a beautiful lake with many family friendly things to do. The people are friendly and they have clean showers and bathrooms along with laundry.

  • Renee R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Point Beach State Forest
    Jun. 12, 2023

    Point Beach State Forest

    Little Gem!

    This campground is situated across from Lake Michigan, with access to trails, sand-ridged beaches and a lighthouse (the lighthouse cannot be toured, but can be admired from the outside).  There is nice lodge and camp store right on the lake, complete with a quaint restaurant where we got breakfast on the weekend as well as ice cream.

    We stayed on site 13.  Not super secluded from neighboring sites, but it had nice tree cover.  A three minute walk to the beach.  The shower house and flush toilets were a bit of a hike from our campsite, but pit toilets were nearby.

    We camped in late-May and there were no mosquitos and we didn't see any ticks (not to say there weren't any).  The area has some interesting natural features, including some wetland-prone areas with frogs, salamanders, etc.

    All-in-all everyone in our party agreed that we would stay here again.  Happy camping!



Guide to Sturgeon Bay

Camping near Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something to offer.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Newport State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "With rugged shorelines and over 26 miles of gorgeous trails to explore, I can't wait to go back to Newport State Park."
  • Fishing: The Betsie River Campsite is popular for fishing. A camper shared, "This tiny little family-owned campground is one of our favorites... There are many places to put into the river."
  • Beach Activities: At Wagon Trail Campground, you can enjoy a beautiful beach. One reviewer said, "Beautiful campground... Quiet and peaceful."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Wagon Trail Campground. A visitor noted, "The bathrooms were immaculate (possibly the cleanest campground bathrooms I have ever seen!)."
  • Privacy: Many campers enjoy the spacious sites at Tennison Bay Campground. One review stated, "Each site is very private and nicely spaced from the neighbor."
  • Friendly Staff: The staff at Betsie River Campsite are known for their hospitality. A camper mentioned, "They went above and beyond to accommodate our last-minute arrival."

What you should know:

  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds, like Platte River Campground, can fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A visitor advised, "I had no problem finding a spot, but there are a couple dozen other campers here."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, such as Newport State Park Campground, do not have electric hookups or showers. A reviewer noted, "Potable water is only offered at the Park Office."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. One camper at Rock Island State Park Campground mentioned, "We had lots of friends (deer, snakes, toads)!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds, like Wagon Trail Campground. A reviewer said, "The campground itself has much to offer: playground, recreation area with volleyball net."
  • Secluded Sites: Choose sites that offer privacy for family bonding. One camper at J.W. Wells State Park Campground mentioned, "Even so, there were lots of trees and the sites are fairly spaced out so I felt I had plenty of privacy."
  • Plan for Weather: Be ready for changing weather conditions. A visitor at Tennison Bay Campground noted, "Despite it being a little cold and rainy we enjoyed hiking and exploring."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Potawatomi State Park said, "The sites were a little less secluded than we expected but weren't on top of each other by any means."
  • Dump Stations Available: Many campgrounds, like South Nicolet Bay Campground, have dump stations. A reviewer mentioned, "The dump station is north of the campground and even has a fish-cleaning station."
  • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups if needed. One visitor at Wagon Trail Campground noted, "Some sites have 50 and 30 amp electric, and some have no hookups."

Camping near Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, is a great way to enjoy nature and create lasting memories. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for everyone!

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