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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Caledonia and Ottawa Lake Campground in Kettle Moraine State Forest provide upscale glamping accommodations within reach of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Jellystone offers modern glamping units with comfortable sleeping arrangements, electric hookups, and full bathroom access, while Kettle Moraine provides more nature-immersed glamping experiences. Both locations maintain clean facilities with hot showers, flush toilets, and electricity for climate control. The glamping sites feature picnic tables, fire rings, and are positioned to balance privacy with convenience. Drinking water, trash services, and reservable sites ensure a comfortable outdoor experience without sacrificing modern necessities. "Great campground for families! Tons to do! Bathrooms/showers are good. Comfortable stay," noted one visitor about the Jellystone resort.
Luxury camping experiences at these locations include access to swimming beaches, hiking trails, and water recreation opportunities. Jellystone Park offers an extensive recreation program with scheduled activities, a swimming pool, water features, and regular appearances by Yogi Bear characters that enhance the family glamping experience. At Kettle Moraine, glampers can explore the renowned Ice Age Trail system directly from their accommodation. The boutique camping options remain accessible from April through October, with Jellystone closing mid-October and Kettle Moraine offering extended seasonal availability. A recent visitor mentioned, "Plenty of things to do all day with the rec dept staff and lots of sightings of Yogi, Boo Boo, and Cindy Bear! Pool and Bear Paw beach are both nice, the kids had a blast at both." Both locations require advance reservations, especially during summer weekends and holiday periods.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Wauwatosa (21)
1. Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit
"Each site has a picnic table and fire pit. Ours had a grill the folded in and out, not sure if all have it."
"The campground is well kept with several bathrooms and showers. We have a 30ft travel trailer, and it was easy to maneuver around the campground."
47 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $21 - $39 / night
2. Menomonee Park by Waukesha County Parks
"There are miles of nice hiking trails, a nice beach, pavilions to rent, horse riding trails, archery range and I’m sure I’m missing more."
"We stayed with a group of people here with no electricity but was able to use my generator during the day while camping in my pop-up. Hot shower, public lake to go kayaking in."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $80 / night
3. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort at Caledonia
"Plenty of things to do all day with the rec dept staff and lots of sightings of Yogi, Boo Boo, and Cindy Bear! Pool and Bear Paw beach are both nice, the kids had a blast at both."
"Bathrooms/showers are good. Comfortable stay."
4. Naga-Waukee Park by Waukesha County Parks
"Nestled in the heart of lake country (Waukesha County) and accessible from the Lake Country Trail and Ice Age Trail, this county park is perfect for those just passing through or families looking for a"
"Very windy weekend but I imagine during the summer it’s a great spot to camp near their big beach and lake access."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $80 / night
5. Kohler-Andrae State Park
"Some easy, limited elevation hikes around the campground, and a nice mix of pine trees/marsh/open space. Just a few minutes walk to Lake Michigan and a nice beach."
"Riding my bicycle laden with touring gear in the rain, I was quite wet by the time I arrived at the state park entrance."
85 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $21 - $70 / night
6. Big Foot Beach State Park Campground
"Lots of noise. Lots of kids. Lots of dogs. It's park area is very nice. Nice playground for kids. Volleyball nets. Lots of picnic tables and grills available. Dogs not welcome in most of the park."
"Nice large sites. gravel spot for arc/trailer. fire pit and picnic table. trails for hiking are nice, but the overall camping area isn’t very big. 100 sites only. 30 with electric. this was the first time"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $19 - $37 / night
7. KMSF Shelter 1 Backpack Site
"Decent walk and terrain to get to the site. There is an open shelter to put your tent if you prefer to outside. There is a fire pit, but we found our own wood around the site. (Bring a small axe)."
8. Lazy Days
"Swimming lake was very warm and clean. Fishing was available. Very affordable canoe kayak rentals. Mini golf and a little store where if you need it they have it."
Check Availabilityfrom $31 - $43 / night
9. Honeysuckle Hollow — Chain O' Lakes State Park
"*** reviewing as a baby/toddler camp family on the go :-) we chose the loop 11 was on because it was close to the path to the playgrounds and lakes plus bathrooms… avoid the first 2 sites from either end"
"Non-electric sites in the loop on the small fishing pond were relatively quiet, well shaded, with decent screening between sites."
10. Turner Lake South — Chain O' Lakes State Park
"There’s some small trails around as well that are beginner. There was electricity, however those sites are $25/night."
"Biggest drawback was the road noise. You can hear whatever highway is nearby pretty clearly and constantly. But if you’re not looking for something super remote then it’s fine!"
Drive Time
- 4 min from Milwaukee, WI
- 33 min from Racine, WI
- 34 min from Kenosha, WI
- 52 min from Sheboygan, WI
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Glamping Reviews near Wauwatosa, WI
260 Reviews of 21 Wauwatosa Campgrounds
Cindy S.
TravelerBreezy Hill Campground
A year round place
Very friendly and very clean. 1 swimming pond 2 fishing ponds volleyball courts and 2 off leash dog areas. Showers are free and they have a huge kid play area along with a seasonal swimming pool and hot tub.
- CCarrina G.
ScoutLazy Days
Do not stop here!!
We have been seasonal campers for many years! When we first started, everyone was very nice and we always had a great time. Each years the rules change a bit which is common.The last three years have been horrible! We have had nothing but issues that I brought up to the staff many times. I have had the workers ask me if I was f***in stupid, people stealing stuff off our lot, telling our guest we don’t camp there( even tho they knew they were coming for my daughters birthday party), and much more. They are extremely Strict on the 5 mph. They will scream at you if they see Gravel dust as you drive. The campground is not well maintained. I wish things would not have ended the way it has. I’m happy we found a better family friendly campground to be at where my kids are not scared to be playing in our lot!
kelsea D.TravelerPrairie View — Chain O' Lakes State Park
A lot to do.
There’s a lot of things to do out here. We did some hiking with our boy. The site we were at was maintained. It’s a nice place to go camping.
Maria Mercedes M.
LegendHoneysuckle Hollow — Chain O' Lakes State Park
Lively Little Campground Beside Turner Lake
There’s something wonderfully EZ about camping where the kids can wander down toward the water and suddenly the whole weekend seems to slow down ... and that’s the entire charm of Honeysuckle Hollow. Here at Chain O’Lakes State Park, Honeysuckle Hollow is the largest and most wide open of the park’s camping areas, with electric sites geared particularly well toward RV families, although the tradeoff is noticeably less shade and almost zero privacy between nearly every campsite, compared with neighboring Fox Den, which offers up much more seclusion and shade. The greatest asset here is undoubtedly the direct access to Turner Lake (although you could also have direct access over at Turner Lake South), giving families an EZ place to fish, paddle or simply explore the shoreline, while electric hookups, picnic tables, grills and a nearby restroom/shower building keep the actual camping comfortably simple. We especially loved those unhurried moments when the boys could wander toward the lake while dinner was getting started and everyone seemed perfectly happy just being outside together. The shower facility here is convenient, although we found it just slightly more dilapidated conditions than the bathhouse located closer to Fox Den. From what we saw, I’d choose one of the better-spaced sites toward the Turner Lake side of the campground, where EZ water access helps compensate for Honeysuckle’s limited privacy. I’d recommend Honeysuckle for families who value electricity, lake access and a lively campground atmosphere, particularly if having Turner Lake practically in your backyard matters more than having your neighbors hidden behind the trees. One point to note is that the pier was in an advanced state of disrepair and so we were not able to fully maximize this particular amenity - so if accessing Turner Lake is important to you and your family, we would recommend calling ahead to verify the condition of the pier.
Renee R.GuideWhitewater Lake Campground & Hickory Woods Group Camp — Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit
Nice Campsites
For a primitive campground, this was a nice-enough experience.
Pros:
- The sites we stayed in and the others that we noticed seemed sizeable and had nice tree-cover
- Having access to the Ice Age Trail was really neat
- Lake access nearby
Cons:
- On the continuum of vault toilet quality, these were on the less-desirable end. We joked about whether it was scarier to visit them when they were dark or when the lights were on. If you love having fly friends keep you company when nature calls, then these are the bathrooms for you! The bathrooms did get cleaned on Sunday morning, but this didn't help the situation very much.
- No showers
Operation_FunGuideYogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Fort Atkinson
A midwest gem… I guess
Our 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.
- MManny A.Traveler
Big Foot Beach State Park Campground
Simple and local
First time RV’ing with my wife and we were able to navigate pretty easily in our rented 30’. Arrived on a Monday, and as posted, there was no one so we checked in online(they sent an email to check in). Simple camp site with tons of space(almost double our RV), a long wood picnic table and a fire pit. Everything was great until we left. Dumping was straight forward, but the person in front of me was taking a little while to dump. They had came up to my RV and let me know the dump tank was backing up, which I had also experienced when I tried dumping. I called to ask for assistance on Thursday and they said they would send a ranger out. 45 minutes of waiting and a couple other RV’s after us and we ended up giving up and going to another site closer to home to dump. Great experience otherwise.
- Maria Mercedes M.Legend
Kohler-Andrae State Park
Dunes, Driftwood & Barefoot Bliss
There is something wonderfully grounding about settling into the Family Campground at Kohler-Andrae State Park, where our little crew felt instantly wrapped in the gentle rhythm of Lake Michigan and the whispering grasses of the sandy dunes that our boys loved to explore. The campground is very well laid out with 137 clearly defined family-sized sites (52 of which have electrical hookups), exceptionally clean restrooms and perfectly manicured pathways leading to the boardwalk and shoreline, making every moment of exploration feeling manageable and peaceful. One of our favorite moments was walking down the wooden boardwalk as the boys raced ahead to spot driftwood treasures and tiny shore birds along the beach. Everything here feels calm, safe and naturally beautiful without being overly rugged. And while you can bring everything you will need to enjoy camping here, in case you forget anything, nearby Sheboygan has you covered for just about any supply you could think of (except for firewood, which you can buy either at the park office or from one of the campground hosts). I would absolutely recommend this campground for families seeking a soothing lakeside escape with a perfect mix of nature, comfort, and gentle adventure.
Guide to Wauwatosa
Ottawa Lake Campground in the Kettle Moraine State Forest offers outdoor recreation just 35 miles from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. The campground sits at an elevation of 860 feet within the glacially-formed terrain of the Southern Unit. Winter temperatures average 18°F while summer averages 73°F, allowing for year-round access with both summer tent camping and winter yurt camping options near Wauwatosa.
What to do
Hiking to natural springs: At Ottawa Lake Campground, visitors can explore unique geological features. "Beautiful campground with hiking to see the natural springs which is the coolest!! Drank fresh spring water!" notes Autumn S., highlighting a natural feature not found at most campsites.
Lakeside swimming: The parks offer water recreation with clean beaches for cooling off. "The lake is very clean and the site are a good size. Gets very busy on the weekends!" reports Neysha R. about Ottawa Lake. This makes weekday visits preferable during summer months.
Winter camping: Unlike many Wisconsin campgrounds that close seasonally, some remain open year-round. "No showers in winter but awesome," writes David H. about Ottawa Lake Campground, making it one of few options for winter yurt accommodations around Wauwatosa.
Kayaking through wildlife habitat: For water enthusiasts, Turner Lake South offers kayaking with wildlife viewing. "I enjoy this route for the wildlife and nature scenery. I've seen beavers, minks, ferrets, and sand cranes on my two trips so far," writes Cora M.
What campers like
Clean bathroom facilities: Naga-Waukee Park maintains well-kept facilities despite its small size. "The campground area is nice and wooded. Provides ample privacy from other campers," notes Kyle B., who appreciated the cleanliness during a late spring visit.
Beach access: Kohler-Andrae State Park features Lake Michigan shoreline. "Right on Lake Michigan, had nice and clean beaches. Campsites are a nice-not the most private but its a big park, and the facilities are stocked and clean," reports Elliot Q.
Trail connectivity: Many sites connect to established trail networks. "We have visited the Campground 5 times this year already, we love hiking all the trails in the Kettle Moraine Southern Unit," explains Mark D. about Ottawa Lake Campground, pointing to the extensive trail system as a major draw.
Wooded camping areas: Most Menomonee Park sites offer natural shade. "We have been to Menomonee park several times. It is one of the kids favorites. The sites are just about all wooded. Not huge but a good size for a country park," says Matt N.
What you should know
Road noise levels: Some campgrounds experience traffic noise depending on site location. "The road noise is absolutely noticeable. It was incredibly loud when we drove through the loop closest to the highway and was significantly better even just one section over," warns Linda N. about Ottawa Lake Campground. Request sites farther from highways when booking.
Bug preparation essential: Wisconsin camping requires insect protection. "Nicely nestled in the kettle moraine but busy in the summer. Bring bug spray," advises Adam about Ottawa Lake Campground. Ticks are particularly common in wooded areas during spring and summer.
Winter facilities limitations: Kohler-Andrae State Park and other year-round facilities reduce services during winter. While camping remains available, expect limited bathroom facilities and no running water during freezing months.
Reservation requirements: Most sites require advance booking, especially for summer weekends. Sites at popular locations fill months in advance, with holiday weekends booking up to 11 months ahead.
Tips for camping with families
Activity centers for children: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers extensive programming. "There are a ton of activities here to include two bouncy pillows, three play grounds, a pool, water slides, a kids water activity area, beach, water obstacle course, inflatable slide, RC car track, laser tag, mini golf," notes Garret K., listing amenities beyond those at state parks.
Holiday weekend programming: Several campgrounds host themed weekends. "We booked a site here for Halloween and had a great time. My kids love Halloween Weekend camping at the various JellyStone Campgrounds," shares Marc W. about seasonal events.
Budget-friendly options: State parks offer more economical alternatives to resorts. "These campsites are as low as $12/night!! One of my favorite spots to test new gear. Family friendly," says Addison G. about Turner Lake South.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many campgrounds feature wildlife observation opportunities. "The quarry is good for swimming, kayaking, or canoeing. There is a beach with life guards," explains Matt N. about Menomonee Park, noting recreational options for families.
Tips from RVers
Electric hookup distances: At some campgrounds, utilities may be far from parking pads. "These sites share an electric box. Some spaces the box is further than 30 feet from the pad," warns Debra M. about Honeysuckle Hollow. Bring extension cords of at least 50 feet.
Site selection strategy: Big Foot Beach State Park offers varied site quality. "Spaces are not consistent, some very large and shaded and some smaller and crowded," notes Debra M. Review site maps carefully and read reviews for specific site numbers before booking.
Winter RV camping: Cold weather camping requires preparation. "We've stayed here twice. Nice, clean, well-run campground with some electric sites and several bathroom/shower buildings if needed," says Heather H. about Ottawa Lake Campground, which offers winter camping options for hardy RVers near Wauwatosa.
Full hookup limitations: Most state parks offer electric only. "We had full hookup which was nice," mentions Kim Z. about Jellystone Park, one of few locations offering water and sewer connections in addition to electric. Public campgrounds typically provide electric only with water spigots nearby.
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