Campgrounds near Verona, Wisconsin provide a variety of camping experiences beyond standard RV hookups. The region sits within the Driftless Area, characterized by rolling hills and valleys untouched by glaciers during the last ice age. Seasonal availability extends beyond mid-October at select locations, with some campgrounds operating through late fall depending on weather conditions.
What to do
Lake activities: Lake Koshkonong provides fishing opportunities near Milton. "Clear Lake, which is actually a combination of 3 different lakes: Mud Lake, Clear Lake and Duck Lake...offers up endless fishing, kayaking and boating opportunities," notes a visitor to Blackhawk Camping Resort.
Golfing: Par 3 course access available adjacent to some campgrounds. "If you're a golfer, there's a par 3 golf course just adjacent to Creekview, which is a very nice distraction if you're looking for one," according to a camper at Creekview RV Park.
Local exploration: Small towns within driving distance offer dining and shopping. "Once you grow weary of digging through your roto-molded Cordova cooler or on-board mini-fridge, then head on into the nearby hamlet of Milton for some good Midwestern comfort food," suggests a camper visiting Blackhawk Camping Resort.
What campers like
Multiple swimming options: Some parks feature both pools and swimming ponds. A visitor to Fox Hill RV Park noted, "The kids loved the blow ups in the pond. The pool was nice, but a bit colder than the pond. It's heated with a solar cover."
Family activities: Many campgrounds provide organized events and recreational facilities. "Great campground for families with kids and teens. Tons of activities all around the campground. There were outdoor movies, put-put, corn hole, two pools, huge trampoline, volleyball nets, disc golf, and a Christmas in July festival all happening when we were there," reported a visitor to Arrowhead RV Campground.
Site variety: Options range from wooded to open settings with varying privacy levels. "The sites for RVs are spaced nicely so you don't feel like you're right on top of another RV. Good sized sites too," according to a visitor at Fox Hill RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal campers impact experience: Many parks have a high percentage of permanent residents. "About a 25 minute drive from HWY 39/90, you'll easily find P&Q here and ample space to realize your camping dreams albeit with some fairly hefty servings of very outdated cartoon characters that you won't recognized," notes a camper at Hickory Hills Campground.
Site conditions vary significantly: Terrain can affect leveling and setup. "Sites are very unlevel. There was a 3 feet drop off at my site just outside my camper making sitting under the awning impossible," reports a recent visitor to Country Roads Motorhome & RV Park.
Proximity to highways: Some campgrounds experience traffic noise. "The campground is very close to the freeway and there is a constant din of traffic noise that remind you how close you are to the highway," notes a Creekview RV Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Weekend activities: Check event schedules when booking. "Every weekend there are activities planned from wine tasting to Halloween trick or treating. The sites are large and you can choose from shady or sunny sites," according to a visitor at Hickory Hills Campground.
Pool alternatives: Water features beyond standard pools. A visitor at River Bend RV Resort shared, "Nice swim pond, great pool, fishing…you name it, it's probably here. If you want to have fun, this is the place."
Site selection strategy: Choose locations based on proximity to amenities and noise levels. "Book a site away from the pools if you want peace and quiet," advises a camper regarding site selection at Lakeland Camping Resort.
Tips from RVers
Utility connections: Pack extension cords and extra water hoses. "Make sure you bring 50 ft of electrical cord and water hose. They do offer to barrow their extension cords," advises an Arrowhead RV Campground visitor.
Dump station quality: Facilities vary widely between parks. "The dump station lanes need some attention, more than gravel would be great," notes a visitor to River Bend RV Resort.
Site selection for big rigs: Newer sections often accommodate larger vehicles but may lack shade. "The new section will be a lot better next year, but just finished construction and it is still a wide open area. It was dusty and hot because the grass isn't grown in yet, there's still a ton of sand, and no trees," shares a Fox Hill RV Park visitor about their expanding campground.
