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    Campgrounds surrounding Waupun, Wisconsin provide a mix of county and state park camping options within easy driving distance of local amenities. Waupun Park Campground offers spacious sites with full hookups for RVs and tent camping areas, while Ledge County Park near Horicon provides a more natural setting with wooded sites. The region includes several established campgrounds with varying levels of amenities, from primitive tent sites to full-service RV parks with 50-amp electrical service, water hookups, and dump stations. Most campgrounds in the area accommodate both tent and RV camping, with some offering cabin rentals for those seeking more comfort.

    Seasonal considerations affect camping availability throughout the region, with many campgrounds operating from early May through mid-October. "The deep spots offer gorgeous private, well wooded area that makes you feel like you're all alone in the woods," noted one visitor about Waupun Park Campground. Winter camping options are limited, though some parks like Ledge County Park remain open year-round. Most campgrounds require reservations, especially during summer weekends and holidays when sites fill quickly. Facilities typically include clean restrooms and showers, with many campgrounds offering electric hookups. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, making it convenient for travelers needing to stay connected while enjoying outdoor recreation.

    Campers frequently mention the privacy and natural settings as highlights of camping in the Waupun area. The mixed landscape of woods, farmland, and water features creates diverse camping experiences within a relatively small geographic area. Several visitors noted the convenience of being close to town while still enjoying a natural setting. According to feedback on The Dyrt, the Waupun area campgrounds are particularly family-friendly, with clean facilities and well-maintained grounds. The proximity to Horicon Marsh, a nationally recognized wildlife area, adds wildlife viewing opportunities for campers. Fishing is popular at many of the campgrounds, with several offering direct water access. The region's relatively flat terrain makes it accessible for campers of all experience levels, while still providing scenic views and outdoor recreation opportunities.

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      1. Ledge County Park

      4.7(15)14mi from WaupunRVs, Tents

      "It is right next to the toilets/showers. The bathrooms were clean, the attendants were really nice, they borrowed us an extension cord so we could set up a bit further back."

      "Walking along the trails, you can see where it gets its name!  Lots of cool ledges and rock outcrops.  We saw a moderate amount of birds and heard a bunch of critters (owls, a fox (?!))"

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      2. Waupun Park Campground

      5.0(5)2mi from WaupunRVs, Tents

      "We enjoyed the fall colors and privacy for a long stop on our trip across the northern border."

      "We stayed there for a while very pretty and the people very friendly bring wood to your camp they have trails you can walk and county pool and golf course sites are good size we will return it's **close **"

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      3. Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

      4.7(3)1mi from WaupunRVs, Tents

      "We stayed on site 22 which was a nine minute walk from the toilet and had a street light. There are water spigots throughout. Site 21 or 23 would be better."

      "Golf course right next-door so close you could walk to. Most of the sites were in a wooded area, which gives you some privacy."

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      4. Derge County Park

      4.2(6)11mi from WaupunRVs, Tents

      "It right next to Beaver Lake. Witch is a great fishing lake. Or just to kayak. The boat launch is right across the park. There are not a lot of sites inside and out side bathroom with showers"

      "Several miles from highway. Place was quiet with large lots. Potable water and dump station available. Electric only on lots. Showers and restrooms available."

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      5. Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

      4.3(46)28mi from Waupun141 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Mauthe Lake Campground is located in the Northern Kettle Moraine Forest in East/Centreal Wisconsin."

      "Wonderful trail around the lake and a variety of different campsites. Plenty of space, very rural. Very wisconsin!"

      from $23 - $38 / night

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      6. Bear Lake Campground and Resort

      3.5(4)11mi from WaupunRVs, Tents
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      7. The Playful Goose Campground

      3.8(5)15mi from WaupunRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "I really enjoyed the large lot we were on that backed up to a creek which you cannot hear or see but it is all forest behind you."

      "Nice trails within different areas of campground."

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      8. Fairgrounds RV Park

      4.7(3)13mi from WaupunRVs

      "The site I'm at has plenty of space for them to run around my site without disturbing other campers. They have a camp host on site who is very helpful."

      from $35 - $50 / night

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      9. Long Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

      4.1(27)29mi from Waupun195 sitesRVs, Tents

      "A little better than the average Wisconsin state campground."

      "We loved just walking around the paths to and from the lake to our site."

      from $23 - $38 / night

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      10. Astico County Park

      4.6(10)23mi from WaupunRVs, Tents

      "We camped on Site 9, which is at the front of the park near the entrance. The site was mostly level, with electric only hookups."

      "Site had extra space around it, and we could canoe right from our site or use the boat launch by site 13."

      from $20 - $25 / night

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    Recent Reviews near Waupun, WI

    575 Reviews of 124 Waupun Campgrounds

    • Mindy B.
      Sep. 12, 2026

      Pike Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake Unit

      Near Ice Age Trail, open woods

      Sites are large, well-spaced,  many shaded by wonderful large trees. The woods are very open with little understory, and much of the area facing the road is graveled, so you will still see your neighbors. So many hiking options - the Ice Age Trail connects to the campground only a few minutes walk away. Many hiking options, the walk to the Powder Hill Lookout tower is a must. Picnic area and waterfront are a short drive away. Bathrooms were clean and showers free, hot, and strong. Some traffic noise from highway nearby but quiet at night.

    • D
      Sep. 7, 2026

      Emrick Lake Campground & Resort

      Owner is unbelievably rude and unprofessional

      If you want one of their employees to scream at you in front of everyone during bingo saying I’m going to“beat your ass” then this is the place for you! Complained to owner; did nothing at all said I was in the wrong then proceeds to scream at a different employee in front of everyone saying“you’re out of here I don’t care if you don’t have a ride home” completely embarrassing& unprofessional. A yogi bear would never. Edit: owner comes up to me later in the night, says she was in the military and would have no problem‘kicking my ass.’ Then shushes me and asks if I’m always so difficult to talk to. Like seriously? This is who runs this place? Unprofessional

    • Nan N.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 9, 2026

      Astico County Park

      Great location, a little noisy. Overall good place

      We camped on Site 9, which is at the front of the park near the entrance. The site was mostly level, with electric only hookups. If I had been here before I would have chosen a site tucked back farther to avoid some of the highway noise, but overall it was a good experience. We hiked a mile or two through the park, the bathhouse we used while on a walk was well supplied and clean with bathroom and shower combined, all unisex. We would stay here again if in the area.

    • KThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 4, 2026

      Smokey Hollow Campground

      Camping spot was dirt island

      Not 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

    • Eve A.
      Jul. 30, 2026

      Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit

      Unwelcoming Camp Hosts

      My family has been camping at Mauthe Lake for decades, and every year we have to deal with camp hosts and rangers constantly monitoring us. We follow the rules and do not cause disruptions, and yet they constantly chew us out for very minor things. It makes me feel as if we’re not welcome on these grounds.

    • Tim P.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 27, 2026

      Columbia County Park

      Nice county park

      Nice host, low key, good size lots, dog friendly

    • Jamie K.
      Jul. 18, 2026

      Fairgrounds RV Park

      Nice simple facility

      Nothing special but a nice spot if you need somewhere to park your camper and stay. Electric and water hookups, decent showers and bathrooms. Septic on site. We stayed here for an event at the fairgrounds but there were also several others staying here while they were in town for work.

    • Gary S.
      Jul. 6, 2026

      Fremont RV Campground

      A Complete Joke!

      We have been annuals here for now our 12th year and it’s been a horrible experience ever since Thousand Trails bought it 4 years ago! Today is July 5, 2026 and the pool is closed again, it’s only been opened for 6 days this year! The hours are 11 to 5 pm and closed from 1:00 to 1:30, 2:30 to 3:00 when it is open! This is only the beginning of the horrible campground! If we didn’t have a Park-Model with a large patio and pavers that are grouted we would leave now and never come back!

    • SThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jun. 23, 2026

      Astico County Park

      Great little QUIET county park!!

      We stayed here one night and had a great experience! The restroom/bathhouse is super clean, conveniently located, and NEW. A refreshing thing after roughing it. We took a trail down to the trussle bridge that goes across the river. Nice nature view. Fishing was good too, near the bridge at the entrance to the park. My son was there maybe 5 min and hooked a decent sized pike. We brought our two dogs and they enjoyed the quiet of the park and the trails. Only complaint I had was that someone previously had left dog poop at our site, but sometimes people don't clean up after their pets. Our site had electric, only 30 amp hookup but we had a 50 amp adapter and it worked well. We would definitely stay again.

    Guide to Waupun

    Camping near Waupun, Wisconsin offers accessible options within the glaciated terrain of the Horicon Marsh region. The area sits at approximately 900 feet above sea level with seasonal temperature swings from below-freezing winters to humid 80°F summers. Most campgrounds remain open from May through October, with a few sites providing year-round accommodations in this transition zone between Wisconsin's Northern and Southern ecological regions.

    What to do

    Hiking at Ledge County Park: Trails wind through unique rock formations that give the park its name. "Nice, clean & family-type park! Hiking, observation deck, playground & volleyball!" notes Cher & Walter P. about Ledge County Park.

    Fishing at Derge County Park: Located on Beaver Dam Lake with boat launch access. "A small campground right on Beaver Dam Lake. There's a boat launch but no beach. Bathrooms have showers and are very clean. It's not a bad spot for a weekend fishing trip," reports Joel N. about Derge County Park.

    Golf near campgrounds: Some Waupun area campgrounds offer direct access to golf courses. "Golf course right next-door so close you could walk to," mentions Joe about Waupun Park Campground, making it convenient for campers who want to mix outdoor recreation with a round of golf.

    Disc golf and water activities: Several campgrounds feature disc golf courses and swimming opportunities. "Disc golf and a small fishing area," notes Joe, while at Mauthe Lake, Elizabeth S. reports "Sunset on the lake is ridiculously beautiful!"

    What campers like

    Spacious, wooded sites: Many campgrounds offer well-separated camping areas. At Waupun Park Campground, Stacey N. appreciates "Site 21 is very nice… a little private elevated back yard area with a fire ring and picnic table."

    Clean facilities: Consistently mentioned across reviews is the quality of bathrooms and showers. "Bathrooms and showers are modern and clean. We would camp here again," shares Stacey N. about Waupun Park Campground.

    Seasonal camping community: Kim J. notes, "We stayed there for a while very pretty and the people very friendly bring wood to your camp they have trails you can walk and county pool and golf course sites are good size."

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: The proximity to farmland and natural areas provides excellent wildlife watching. At Fairgrounds RV Park, Karen mentions, "I like some privacy and the opportunity to let my dogs play freely at my campsite when I can. The site I'm at has plenty of space for them to run around my site without disturbing other campers."

    What you should know

    Varying levels of privacy: Electric sites at some campgrounds can feel crowded. At Ledge County Park, Renee R. notes, "I'm not a trailer camper, but if I were I would not appreciate the vibes of the electric sites. The sites are very close together and walking through it felt like going through a festival or circus more than a campground."

    Reservation timing: Most campgrounds fill quickly during summer months. For the best sites, reserve well in advance, especially for weekends and holidays when availability becomes limited.

    Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds operate from May to October. Jeffrey Z. mentions Derge County Park as "Very quiet campground. Plenty of open space. You can see where they are making some sites bigger for the modern large campers."

    Amenities vary by campground: While some locations offer full hookups, others provide more basic services. "Electric only but fill up with potable water at the entrance. Showers clean and hot," notes Jeffrey Z. about Derge County Park.

    Tips for camping with families

    Look for campgrounds with playgrounds: Multiple locations feature play areas for children. At Mauthe Lake Campground, one camper shares, "Nice beach/swimming area, bike path, and playground for the kids."

    Consider indoor options for rainy days: Some campgrounds offer indoor facilities. At The Playful Goose Campground, Beth B. notes, "Indoor pool great for kids. Bath house was a bit dated but okay. Coin operated showers, 25 cent for several minutes."

    Choose sites with room to play: Jamie W. recommends Fon du Lac County Waupun Park: "This is a wonderful park for family get togethers. The group site is separate from the single sites. Very nice showers with soft water. There is a great water park just on the edge of the park."

    Check out weekend activities: Karen from Fairgrounds RV Park explains, "They also have events, usually on the weekend that you can visit or participate. While I've been here they've had a circus, a carnival, a flea market, and something similar to a farmer's market."

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection for larger rigs: At Breezy Hill Campground, Matthew J. reports it's a "Family friendly campground. Plenty for the kids to do. There's a fishing pond (catch and release) arcade, jumping pillow etc. Owners are friendly and helpful."

    Check utilities before booking: Electric service varies between campgrounds. "Electric only but fill up with potable water at the entrance," advises Jeffrey Z. about Derge County Park, while Rick notes, "Potable water and dump station available. Electric only on lots."

    Seasonal considerations: Some campgrounds modify sites to accommodate modern RVs. Jeffrey Z. observed at Derge County Park, "You can see where they are making some sites bigger for the modern large campers."

    Look for full hookup options: For longer stays, seek campgrounds with sewer connections. David H. at Green Lake Campground shares, "Our site was S10 which has its pros and cons it is a full hook-up site this section of the campground is fairly new so there is a few in mature trees so there is not much for shade."

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much does camping at Waupun Park cost?

    Camping at Waupun Park Campground offers affordable rates, though specific pricing isn't detailed in recent reviews. The park provides good value with wooded sites that offer privacy and natural surroundings. For comparison, nearby Fondu Lac County Fairground offers full hookup sites at reasonable rates. Wisconsin state parks typically charge $15-30 per night for standard sites, with potential additional fees for out-of-state visitors, reservations, and premium amenities. For current pricing, it's recommended to check the official Waupun Park website or call the park office directly as rates may vary by season, residency status, and site amenities.

    What facilities are available at Waupun County Park campground?

    Waupun Park Campground offers well-wooded, private campsites with fire rings and picnic tables. The facility includes bathrooms with showers, a dump station, and fresh water access. The deep spots in particular provide secluded areas that make you feel immersed in nature. For RV campers looking for alternatives in the region, The Playful Goose Campground offers large lots backing up to forested areas and is known for spacious sites. Waupun's facilities focus on providing a natural camping experience while maintaining essential amenities for both tent and RV campers.

    What recreation opportunities are available at Fond du Lac County Park in Waupun?

    The Waupun area offers diverse recreation opportunities within a short drive. At Ottawa Lake Campground, you'll find a swimming beach (though somewhat rocky) and excellent hiking trails nearby. Kettle Moraine State Forest provides outstanding recreational trails for hiking and bicycling throughout the region. The area surrounding Waupun features beautiful Wisconsin countryside with rolling fields perfect for evening walks and stunning sunsets. For water activities, nearby lakes offer fishing and boating opportunities. While specific Fond du Lac County Park amenities aren't detailed in reviews, the region as a whole provides abundant outdoor recreation options including wildlife viewing, photography, and exploring the glacial terrain characteristic of this part of Wisconsin.

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