Wisconsin campgrounds near Waupun sit within the eastern edge of the state's Driftless Area, characterized by rolling hills and glacial features. Most rv parks Waupun, Wisconsin operate seasonally from mid-April through October due to the region's cold winters. Campgrounds in this area typically range from 8 to 50 sites, with varying degrees of modern amenities.
What to do
Swimming and water activities: Lake of the Woods Campground features a clean swimming pond with beach area alongside a pool and kiddie pool. "The beach/pond was so nice. If your in the back get a golf cart because the walk to the front where everything is is far," notes Emily C.
Outdoor movies: Plymouth Rock Camping Resort shows films under the stars as part of their recreational offerings. "The amenities are pretty great, and the campground is decent... They have an outdoor movie, and lots of other activities," shares Jimmy P.
Weekend events: Local fairgrounds host various activities throughout the camping season. At River Bend RV Resort, "There's little to no seclusion and most here like it that way. Friends, drinking, kids running around everywhere etc... at night all the kids drive around in golf carts with crazy light effects blaring rap music," explains Darren L.
What campers like
Waterpark features: Fremont RV Campground offers extensive water recreation options. "Great waterfront camping. Great outdoor waterpark. Fun dance for kids on Saturday night," writes Lucas S.
Large sites: Some campgrounds provide spacious camping spots with room to spread out. At Pearl Lake RV Campground, one camper shared, "Big and spacious, had tree coverage. It was a corner site so it had busy traffic, we were ok with that as we met many new people and it was close to everything for our kids."
Wildlife viewing: The natural settings attract various animals. "My son was pretty enamored by all of the awesome wildlife we saw on the strip. Might've been the time of year but it was just beautiful," reports Melissa B. about her stay at Fremont RV Campground.
What you should know
Noise levels: Several campgrounds in the area experience noise from nearby highways or attractions. Naga-Waukee Park has "the entire grounds is surrounded by roads, highways and the constant hum of traffic, sometimes louder than others," according to Lesley R.
Bathroom facilities: Shower quality varies widely between locations. At Pearl Lake RV Campground, "The bathrooms are ok but the showers are terrible. You must push a button every 20 seconds to keep the water coming," reports one camper.
Internet connectivity: Cell service can be unreliable. River Bend RV Resort reports "WiFi was great in some areas, Non-existent in others. No cell carrier works well here at all, so non-functional WiFi areas can be a deal-breaker for connected campers unless you get a spot where WiFi is really good."
Tips for camping with families
Activity centers: Lake of the Woods Campground offers numerous family-friendly amenities. "The group campsite it's phenomenal... tons of space for each family and a great community area for your group. They have a store, a bar, coin op laundry, a pool, a clean little pond & a great playground... tons to do to keep busy!" shares Laura B.
Group sites: Several campgrounds offer designated areas for multiple families. Naga-Waukee Park notes, "There are very large group camping sites as well as a small number of family sites."
Weather considerations: Spring camping may bring challenging conditions. Naga-Waukee Park visitor Kyle B. reports: "Stayed here for a quick weekend getaway in the late spring. The campground area is nice and wooded. Provides ample privacy from other campers. Although the road ways are a little tight. Very windy weekend."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: At Omro RV Park, pull-through sites accommodate large vehicles. "Is all pull through sites, They will fit any length rig, 80' long, Bathrooms and showers available, Is 30 and 50 amp available," notes Doug S.
Dump station access: Facilities for waste disposal vary in quality. River Bend RV Resort camper notes, "The dump station lanes need some attention, more than gravel would be great."
Price considerations: RV parks in the region offer varying value. Omro RV Park has been noted for affordability with "$15 a night for a site with electric hookup! Dump station and fresh water on site," although prices may have increased as a more recent review mentions $25 per night.
