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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Wauwatosa, WI

613 Reviews

Wisconsin State Fair RV Park maintains a fully paved facility for pets within the Milwaukee metro area. This campground offers full-hookup RV sites on cement with grassy areas designated for pet relief. All sites permit dogs with proper leash control, though the park lacks natural hiking trails or dedicated dog play areas. The facility primarily serves as a convenient base for exploring Milwaukee attractions, situated just 1.7 miles from the Brewers baseball field via bike path. Campground staff sell firewood directly to sites, and the park remains open year-round with rates around $60 per night.

Ottawa Lake Campground and Kettle Moraine State Forest provide natural alternatives for camping with pets. The wooded sites offer significantly more space for dogs to enjoy, with multiple hiking trails accessible directly from the campground. Pets must remain leashed throughout the park, with designated swimming areas that permit dog access during specific hours. Pit toilets are available near campsites with a shower house approximately quarter-mile walk away. Sites at county parks like Menomonee and Muskego generally provide good shade for pets during summer months. The quarry at Menomonee Park offers a family-friendly swimming area where some areas allow controlled dog access, though dogs are not permitted on the main beach with lifeguards.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Wauwatosa, Wisconsin (66)

    1. Wisconsin State Fair RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Wauwatosa, WI
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (414) 266-7035

    $55 / night

    "There were plenty of grassy areas to take our dog out to potty. The Park is close to many restaurants and shopping. It is also the only RV park in Milwaukee."

    "So we just use that because no one was there. 1.7 miles on bike path to Brewer Baseball field. It was raining to we used Uber to the game and walked back for an afternoon game."

    2. Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    39 Reviews
    North Prairie, WI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 594-6200

    "Huge beach area, dog park, fishing as well. Shop to buy items you may need and absolutely wonderful place. Open all year round"

    "Some have a beautiful view of lake. Some water fountains did not work, however sinks were always working. So many little trails all throughout the campsite."

    3. Menomonee Park by Waukesha County Parks

    7 Reviews
    Menomonee Falls, WI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 548-7801

    $25 - $80 / night

    "Live nearby. We go there a lot over the summer. Fun park to ride bikes through. Many trails to walk or hike. The pond has a great beach for kids."

    "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."

    4. Cliffside Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Caledonia, WI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 886-8440

    $32 - $35 / night

    "We took our dogs on all the trails (oops) but saw other people doing the same. Short drive to local attractions and all the normal things you need."

    "The campground is located about 8 miles from I-41/94 so while it is a little distance from the interstate, the drive was worth it because the park was very quiet and made for a nice restful evening. "

    5. Muskego Park by Waukesha County Parks

    8 Reviews
    Muskego, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 548-7801

    $25 - $80 / night

    "Trails that took you through woods and then prairie and then up a decent elevation for an amazing view of the surrounding area."

    "I did not stay at this park, but did drive and walk through it to get a feel for it. There are a number of sites I'd love to tent camp in. This park is bounded by a lake with a nice beach."

    6. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort at Caledonia

    12 Reviews
    Oak Creek, WI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 835-2565

    "This location did not dissapoint. We have not gone to this location during the warmer months but looks to be a great campground"

    7. Pinewoods Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    22 Reviews
    North Prairie, WI
    22 miles
    +1 (262) 626-2116

    $18 - $30 / night

    "I've stayed here twice, both times in August (of different years), both times in Loop 1 which is the quiet loop (no pets, no radios or other noise, 24 hours a day)."

    "I camped for two nights in Loop 1, site 21 (24-hour quiet enforced - no pets or speakers allowed). My site was pretty open, but still had nice shade and flat areas for my tent."

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

    18 Reviews
    Slinger, WI
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 670-3400

    "North Kettle Moraine, Pike Lake Unit was an easy choice given it's proximity to the city- about 40 minutes."

    "They have lake swimming,dog swimming area,many trails and tons of wildlife. Sites are pretty secluded too if u get the right one.Best yet!"

    9. Naga-Waukee Park by Waukesha County Parks

    9 Reviews
    Delafield, WI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 548-7801

    $25 - $80 / night

    "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."

    10. Kettle Moraine Southern Unit — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    10 Reviews
    North Prairie, WI
    23 miles
    Website

    $28 / night

    "No radios or pets allowed. I'm not sure about children!"

    "There are several camping areas in this state park, I found the most appealing sites in the Pine Woods area because it has no electricity, is a 24-hour quiet area and no pets allowed."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Wauwatosa, WI

613 Reviews of 66 Wauwatosa Campgrounds

  • J K.
    Aug. 18, 2019

    Harrington Beach State Park Campground

    Beautiful secluded state park!

    This was our first time camping in Wisconsin and we got to say we absolutely love this park. Most of the sites are pretty secluded so if you enjoy your privacy I will love this place. Everything was clean and updated including the bathrooms. The campsites are about a mile or two from Lake Michigan but it is an easy drive or hike as there are many trails that go through the park. When we went to the lake level was up so high due to flooding that we weren’t really able to enjoy the beach but normally there is plenty of coastline for enjoying some beach time.

  • jennifer Z.
    Oct. 22, 2023

    Big Foot Beach State Park Campground

    Surprising secret camp ground

    We love private campsites, far enough away from other campers, yet close enough to amenities. We chose a walk in site #16 which was nice but I wish we chose one a bit further in. Bathrooms where very clean. Trails are great. Pet friendly - we brought our small, quiet dogs. Dog friendly restaurant right next to the camp site.

  • Tee D.
    Jun. 12, 2021

    Kohler-Andrae State Park

    Great camp with awesome lake access

    The interior sites are a little cramped and may not accommodate larger RVs; however, the access to Lake Michigan more than makes up for it. There is a really cool dog park on the beach. While not something I typically look for in a review, the dump sites are new and excellent.

  • Annabelle G.
    Jul. 29, 2019

    Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    Our all-time favorite place

    Absolutely beautiful, reasonable prices, electric available. Tons of restrooms, showers, laundry, and wonderful camp hosts. Huge beach area, dog park, fishing as well. Shop to buy items you may need and absolutely wonderful place. Open all year round

  • K
    Jul. 5, 2022

    Menomonee Park by Waukesha County Parks

    Nice park

    Great park with swimming beach, trails, dog park, and archery range. Campsites were ok, not much separation or privacy at all. Pit toilets and metros desperately need to be cleaned more often. We had very noisy neighbors that did not respect the quiet hours rule and park staff did nothing to intervene. Very convenient that they drive through the Campground to sell/deliver firewood tho. I'd stay here again because the park overall is great, but I would try to choose a better site. #9 looked alright, and in the 20#s looked a bit more tree lined and bigger.

  • Julie L.
    Mar. 20, 2017

    Kohler-Andrae State Park

    Kohler-Andre

    Living rather close to this park, this is our "go-to" place to camp. It has a great variety of activities available. There is a beach AND a dog beach so it's pet-friendly. Dogs are not allowed on all of the trails, but there are many you can take them on. Being on the water, you can swim, kayak, fish, or just soak up some rays! There are also non-reservable sites available. There are many electric sites, clean bath houses, friendly campground hosts, some rather private sites as well. It's a short walk from the campsites to the lake. Our favorite site is next to the woods where we have seen ample deer, turkey, foxes, and birds. Close to town if you need supplies, firewood and ice is available in the park.

  • Phillip B.
    Jun. 9, 2021

    Harrington Beach State Park Campground

    Great place but poor pet accommodations

    Park campground is well kept as well as the facilities. Beach is nice but the area they claim is for people with pets is a long walk and the beach no longer exists as the lake has washed it away. Pet beach is just really slippery rock which is very dangerous for the pet owners and pets alike. They should fix the roads, get rid of the so called shuttle road signs as the shuttle doesn’t exist either and actually put in a “sand beach for people with pets “.

  • H
    Jul. 27, 2020

    Long Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    Good campsite if you don’t have dogs

    We stayed 700, enough space, good hiking trail, nice beach. But the pet picnic area was pretty disappointing. Just a small opening for a dog jumping in the water. All the nice beach area was not open for a dog. My pup was pretty sad.

  • Adela S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 21, 2025

    Breezy Hill Campground

    Great Stay!

    We have really enjoyed our stay here with our two dogs! It’s extremely clean, kid and pet friendly, with lots of amenities. Staff is incredibly friendly! The only downside is that if you want visitors, there is a $5/visitor fee. Other than that, we would absolutely come back here again!

Guide to Wauwatosa

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