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Campgrounds near Verona, Wisconsin range from state parks to county facilities, with options for tent camping, RV sites, and cabin rentals within a 30-mile radius. Blue Mound State Park Campground offers tent, RV, and cabin accommodations with hiking and mountain biking trails, while Lake Kegonsa State Park provides waterfront camping with boat access. The William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground in Madison features electric hookups and shower facilities just 10 miles from Verona, making it convenient for visitors seeking proximity to urban amenities while enjoying outdoor recreation. Verona camping destinations provide diverse landscapes from wooded sites to lakeside campsites, accommodating different preferences for nature immersion.
Camping in the Verona area operates year-round at several locations, though amenities and accessibility vary by season. Most campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends when sites fill quickly. The region experiences typical Midwestern seasonal patterns with hot, humid summers and cold winters, making spring and fall ideal for comfortable camping conditions. Facilities like Brigham Park operate on a limited season from May 15 to October 1, while others such as Lake Kegonsa and William G. Lunney Lake Farm remain open throughout the year. As one camper noted about the area, "With the rain and the proliferation of mosquitoes, we were wandering around southern Wisconsin without a plan when we stumbled across this county park... Spaces are generous in size although no privacy between them."
Many campgrounds in the region provide electric hookups, drinking water, and shower facilities, with varying levels of privacy between sites. The terrain around Verona includes both wooded areas and open fields, offering different camping experiences depending on location. Campers frequently mention the balance between natural settings and proximity to attractions. A visitor to Blue Mound State Park commented, "The park has well-maintained hiking and MTB biking trails, extraordinarily clean and well-kept vault toilets, and ample access to drinking water." Several campgrounds feature water recreation opportunities, with Lake Kegonsa State Park and Yellowstone Lake State Park providing boat launches, swimming areas, and fishing access. Road noise can be an issue at some locations, particularly those near highways, so site selection becomes important for those seeking a quieter experience.
"With the rain and the proliferation of mosquitoes, we were wandering around southern Wisconsin without a plan when we stumbled across this county park. 50 sites, many with electric and very reasonably"
"No water on sites but spigots located throughout the park. Dump station right at the entrance but there's plenty of room to maneuver around there. Could get congested if busy."
from $18 - $28 / night
Check Availability"Overall, the park has well-maintained hiking and MTB biking trails, extraordinarily clean and well-kept vault toilets, and ample access to drinking water."
"This is another Wisconsin gym sitting in Southern West Wisconsin."
from $22 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Like other reviewers have stated, be prepared to be close to others. We didn’t mind at all and found everyone to be super nice."
"Nice little campground right on Lake Mendota. 29 sites available with electric, but bring an extension cords!! Some sites electric is close by, others not so much!"
from $28 / night
Check Availability"Just a quick 2 hour drive from our home in Chicago, with large wooded sites for privacy. Clean bathrooms."
"We didn’t have much time to explore the campground but we did have a nice walk around the outer loop of sites. This is near the main highway and a nice place to camp."
from $26 - $50 / night
Check Availability"New Glarus Woods is a small State Park tucked away in the Southern Wisconsin countryside. Drive-in sites come with nice amenities."
"The park itself isn't that interesting, but it is worth noting that it is located across the road from New Glarus Brewery. The brewery is an easy walk or bike ride from the walk-in campsites."
from $22 - $70 / night
Check Availability"It's up on a hill, so there's good views of the driftless area of Wisconsin. Plenty of open walk up camp sites, but it might be more full in the summer."
"The dense tree cover and near-constant slight breeze help to both keep this campground cool and the mosquitos at bay.
- Well-kept vault toilets.
- Close to a many points of interest."
"Nice trails in the area and good fishing. Convenience to everything you could need in Madison. You can walk or run down a couple of quiet streets and get to a river trail that goes for miles."
from $28 / night
Check Availability"We booked a weekend here for a soccer tournament we had in Verona, so we didn’t spend a lot of time on the property. The staff was amazing! Very friendly and helpful for us new to camping people."
"This is a small campground near Madison. Reasonable rates. Large VIP drive through sites. Small swimming area. Catch and release pond. Small office and bar. Clean bathrooms and showers."
from $40 - $60 / night
Check Availability"It has a large lake with three boat launches, a main one with a motor ramp, a canoe launch near the marshy end, and a fishing pier."
"The hiking is amazing , particularly the Oakgrove trail, plenty to see with beautiful views. There is boating, canoeing, etc."
from $24 - $110 / night
Check Availability"Small campground, but you play disc golf and lovely trails! So close to get away from the city."
"Near the highway and airport makes for quick access but it can get noisy. It can also get very quiet and peaceful. Lots of hiking trails and a boardwalk."
ScoutAny property that charges $3.00 per pet PER NIGHT should be put out of business. I can understand (maybe) a one-time charge or fines if you're caught not cleaning up after your pet. But a nightly pet fee for each pet?? Never!!
ScoutStaff is friendly and attentive. Well maintained sites. Definitely family friendly. Lots of kids. Nice pool and clubhouse. We will come back.
TravelerNot a place for camping. We booked 2 nights site red 12. Streets were very narrow getting to site. The site was literally a dirt island. We had to drive over a curb. The site was so small. There were campers everywhere. We ended up leaving right away and booked a different campground
ScoutThe sites are very wooded and shaded, making them incredibly private. Clean showers
ScoutVery nice site. Close to Madison and attractions / restraunts. The bathrooms and showers are clean and convenient and they have a double dump site and a potable water fill site. The camp sites are flat with gravel parking and electrical hookups. Multiple new trees recently planted.
ScoutMendota was great for the clean showers, bathrooms and complimentary water and dump, given it’s a slight disappointment that the camp sites don’t have these hookups. Access to the lake, Middleton and Madison is great and the park itself has a few things to do.
ScoutThis is a fantastic Campground, especially for RVs and families. Large playground and outdoor games, small indoor rec area. During busy weekends with lots of kids and holidays, they have foam parties for the kids where they fill the basketball court with foam 3 ft High. Most sites are permanent sites, but have probably around 20 other 30 amp sites that can accommodate large RVs. There are only a few tent sites, but if tent is your only option and you still want to stay they will rent you an RV site for the tent. New owners are very friendly, and have adopted the same overwhelmingly hospitable nature as the previous owners. Fantastic people and very helpful. It will accommodate special needs or requests as long as it doesn't bother anybody or go against any insurance policies. I've had a permanent site here in the past, and recently started camping again and came to visit old friends. The new owners were still happy to accommodate semi truck parking for my job. I haul milk locally so I work more than I'm off, but the family can still camp and I can come when I'm done work. It is near the Wisconsin River, so it's fairly sand base although the Grass Grows plenty so you're not tracking sand everywhere. The benefits of this is when it rains heavily the sand absorbs the water rapidly. The only negative is the mosquitoes. Be prepared for mosquitoes with lots of bug spray. This is no fault of the campground, all low wetlands in Wisconsin are the same. The bathrooms are some of the best in any Campground I've seen. They are always clean, modernized, and Air condition. There are showers and bathroom stalls near the park. They try to keep families close to the park if possible for the bathrooms and the park access itself. They are really extremely accommodating for requests if it's in their power at all. The owners live at the campground and are always accessible by a simple phone call if after hours. There's a community vibe, with a community fire pit up front and often people are just hanging out outside of the main office. It embodies our Wisconsin way of life and you will find strangers waving at you every time you pass by. It's just our nature, don't be weirded out by the friendliness. The regular permanent campers are all so friendly and always willing to help a newbie or even someone struggling to figure out a problem or even carry things.
GuideFound this campground by chance after the campground I had planned to stay at was a complete disaster. Luckily, they were able to get me a campsite for two nights where I could regroup do a little laundry and chill out also took a bike ride on the bike path.
GuideOur friends have a permanent camper here so we joined them for the weekend. I’ve never experienced a place like this. It’s not what I would consider camping. It’s basically people’s second trailer park home. The frog pond that was turned into a swimming hole with ridiculous inflatables completely ruined the peaceful atmosphere in that area of the park. If you enjoy being surrounded by people, noise, and teens cruising in golf carts, you’ll love this place. We do have fun when we are with our friends here, but it is definitely not a typical peaceful camp.
The Verona area offers several dispersed camping options within a 30-mile radius, ranging from state parks to county facilities in southwestern Wisconsin's unique driftless region. Elevations vary from 900-1700 feet, creating diverse camping microclimates. Winter camping availability varies significantly by location, with temperatures commonly dropping below freezing from November through March.
Geocaching adventures: Lake Kegonsa State Park provides opportunities for geocaching enthusiasts with several caches hidden throughout the park. "I did get lost while geocaching. There are several geocaches in the park, which adds a little fun, but they are in the woods, and the mosquitos are oblivious to the bug spray!" notes a visitor to Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground.
Mountain biking trails: Blue Mound State Park features extensive trails for mountain biking through varied terrain. A camper mentioned that "There are a lot of trails for hiking and mountain biking. A swimming pool and picnic area. You're also conveniently located near a couple other state parks (Governor Dodge / Tower Hill) right on the Military Ridge State Trail (gravel / dirt rails to trails)."
Fishing with simple bait: Mendota County Park offers fishing access where success can come with unexpected bait. "The maintenance employee mentioned that people were catching fish with hot dogs!" according to a review of Mendota County Park.
Local brewery visits: Several campgrounds provide proximity to New Glarus Brewery. A visitor to New Glarus State Park Campground shared, "Someone living in Madison who is interested in trying out a bike camping trip would do well to practice biking to this campsite. It's about a 30-minute ride from downtown Madison and you could practice both your biking and tent gear."
Swimming options: Yellowstone Lake State Park offers a dedicated beach area that campers enjoy. "What really makes this campground is the lake. There's a nice beach for kids and adults to relax at and lots of kayaks on the water," reports a visitor to Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground.
Elevated views: Brigham Park provides scenic overlooks that stand out among local camping options. "Cute little campground with a breathtaking view. The campground is situated on the smaller mound of bluemounds. A perfect place to star gaze or watch a storm roll in. You can see for miles and miles," according to a camper at Brigham Park.
Temperature regulation: Natural features at several campgrounds provide relief during hot weather. As one camper noted about Blue Mound, "The cool breeze rolls up over the mound at night, keeps you cool on your tent."
Convenient urban access: Campers appreciate proximity to Madison while still feeling removed from the city. A visitor to William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground remarked, "Wonderful grounds and right on a really nice walking/bike trail. Clean restrooms and grounds."
Site privacy varies significantly: Sites at New Glarus State Park Campground have varying levels of seclusion. "The sites are all located along the bike trail, and carts are available for transporting your gear which means you can bring more gear than you would bring backpacking. The walk-in sites have a good amount of space between each site," explains a visitor.
Reservation timing matters: Most campgrounds fill quickly during summer weekends. At Blue Mound State Park Campground, a camper advised, "If you have your choice, I would recommend sites 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20" for better privacy and shade.
Insect intensity: Bug activity varies by location and season throughout the region. One camper at Lake Kegonsa warned, "I think many of the locals know the bugs are bad and leave it for those of us from out of state to get eaten alive."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience road or rail noise. A reviewer at William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground observed, "The park is adjacent to more than one crossing so if this will disturb you I recommend finding another place to camp."
Splash pad access: Some parks offer water play features beyond standard swimming. A visitor to Blue Mound State Park Campground shared, "The pool is very nice and very clean. There is a pool section and a splash section. There are chairs and lounges around both and shade awnings."
Playground proximity: Consider site location relative to play areas. At Mendota County Park, a camper noted, "They have kayaks that looked like they could be rented but did not find information on how to do so. Basketball, Volleyball and a playground."
Group site advantages: Larger families benefit from specialized group areas. At Yellowstone Lake State Park, a camper reported, "Biggest pro from the group was being secluded from the other sites and rarely hearing other sites."
Cave explorations: Nearby attractions include caves with family-friendly tours. "The caves are incredibly well maintained and organized with fun themed tours. Our theme was Halloween so we could purchase 'Trick or Treat' bags and collected cool rocks in the caves handed out by employees along the tour," shared a Blue Mound visitor.
Electric hookup locations: Power access points vary widely between sites. A reviewer at Badgerland Campground advised, "The power box is located at the very end of the camper pad, but extension cords are available from the camp host."
Low clearance warnings: Some access points present hazards for taller RVs. A camper at Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground warned, "Major CAUTION for RVs: there is an oak tree near entry with low branches and it took the AC off our friend's fifth wheel. There is also a low hanging overpass and it took the roofs off TWO fifth wheels while we were staying there."
Site leveling challenges: The driftless region's rolling topography affects site conditions. As one visitor to Yellowstone Lake State Park noted, "If camping with a trailer or RV check to make sure you will get a campsite that is level enough for your vehicle. Lots of the campsites are uneven and larger vehicles may have issues getting level."
Dump station access: Some parks have congestion points around waste disposal. A reviewer at William G. Lunney Lake Farm Campground observed, "The one road can get congested when you are waiting for the dump station."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does camping cost in the Verona, Wisconsin area?
Camping costs near Verona vary by location and amenities. New Glarus State Park Campground offers sites at standard Wisconsin state park rates, which typically range from $15-$30 per night plus a required vehicle admission sticker ($8-$13 daily or $28-$38 annual). For county options, Mendota County Park provides more affordable sites, with county parks in the area generally charging $20-$35 per night. Private campgrounds like Fox Hill RV Park and Badgerland Campground typically range from $35-$60 per night depending on hookups and season. Most campgrounds offer discounts for longer stays or off-season camping. Reservation fees may apply, typically $5-$10 per booking.
Are there RV rental options available in Verona, Wisconsin?
While Verona itself has limited RV rental businesses, several options exist in the surrounding Madison area. Visitors can rent RVs from national platforms like RVshare and Outdoorsy, which connect travelers with local RV owners offering various rental units. For a complete camping experience, Fox Hill RV Park & Campground provides developed sites for rented RVs with amenities including full hookups, a swimming pool, and firewood delivery service. Wisconsin Riverside Resort is another option that accommodates rented RVs while offering additional recreational amenities. To secure RV rentals, book several weeks in advance, especially during peak summer camping season (May-September).
What are the best campgrounds near Verona, WI?
Badgerland Campground is highly rated and conveniently located for Verona visitors, with friendly staff particularly helpful to camping newcomers. For those seeking natural settings, Sugar River Forest Preserve offers spacious pull-through sites surrounded by tall trees providing good shade and privacy. Another excellent option within driving distance is Cox Hollow Campground at Governor Dodge State Park, featuring access to two large lakes with swimming beaches and fishing opportunities. Devils Lake State Park's Ice Age Campground provides access to extensive recreational activities including swimming, boating, and hiking. For RV campers, Token Creek County Park offers big-rig-friendly sites with water and toilet facilities.
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