Cabin camping near Westfield, Wisconsin connects visitors to the region's woodlands and lakes with access to hiking trails and water recreation. Located in Marquette County, the area sits at an average elevation of 850 feet above sea level and features sandy soil that creates distinct drainage patterns in local terrain. Most cabin rentals maintain operating seasons from mid-April through mid-October due to Wisconsin's seasonal temperature fluctuations.
What to do
Swimming and water activities: Buffalo Lake Camping Resort offers swimming opportunities across from their campground. According to Doug W., "The swimming pool is always a big hit. Clean and warm water." Fishing is also popular in the area's lakes and rivers.
Geocaching adventures: Mirror Lake State Park maintains multiple geocaching locations throughout the property. "The park offers free GPS units for Geocaching. They give you a bag, GPS and information book on all the Geocaching sites," notes Liz M. from Buckhorn State Park Campground.
Boat rentals: Holiday Shores Campground provides watercraft rentals for exploring local waterways. Christian A. mentions, "Watersports store with boat rentals" as one of the campground's pros, though notes that "rentals are a bit pricey."
Amish community visits: The Montello area features an Amish community with local shops. Tammi J. from Buffalo Lake Camping Resort says, "A lot of Amish in the area with greenhouses. We got all of our summer flowers from them. A few bakeries—go early! Wood working stores, buggy shops and etc. Search Amish greenhouses on the web, you can print a map of all Amish in the area."
What campers like
Private waterfront access: Several cabins offer direct lake access. A reviewer at Buckhorn State Park Campground states, "Our campsite was secluded and was right next to the water. There were steps leading straight into the water and it was fairly shallow with a lot of sand—perfect if you have kids."
Well-maintained trail systems: The trail networks around Mirror Lake State Park receive positive feedback. According to Steven P., "They have large sites, lots of hiking trails, a lake, newer shower/bathrooms. It is one of the best campgrounds we have been to."
Family-oriented activities: Wilderness Campground offers organized events throughout the season. Gayle S. mentions they have "swim in ponds with floatables, heated pool, jumping pillow, playground, great organized activities! Strict with rules, as a good thing."
Friendly staff interactions: Many campgrounds receive praise for their staff. Brenton S. from Buffalo Lake Camping Resort shares, "The owners and their staff on site are all absolutely amazing people. So helpful, respectful, and really know how to make everyone feel welcome."
What you should know
Seasonal operation limitations: Most cabin rentals close after mid-October. Kim L. notes about Buffalo Lake: "We stayed in later April, so it was a limited experience. But the staff was very friendly and the campground is across from a lake."
Mosquito preparedness: Bug protection is essential, particularly at Buckhorn State Park. Steven U. warns, "We almost didn't make it there as we were all nearly carried away by mosquitoes. It didn't get much better when we got to our site, as they were everywhere."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience highway noise. About Bluewater Bay Campground, Hannah O. shares, "Campsite was great, the only downside was its proximity to the freeway, meaning that you could hear traffic at almost all times."
Wildlife encounters: Take precautions with food storage to avoid attracting animals. Julia B. cautions, "The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice. Smart enough to figure out the clip mechanism."
Tips for camping with families
Cabin selection for groups: Some locations offer connected sites for multiple families. Karen A. from Bluewater Bay Campground explains, "Some loops have group sites where you book 2 sites that are connected. Great for 2 families that want to share common space for kids."
Kid-friendly water features: Water areas designed for children exist at several campgrounds. Lynn N. describes Holiday Shores Campground: "From renting boats to go out on the river, to swimming in the pool! You can rent jet ski's, pontoons, pleasure boats, you name it!"
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule special events on weekends. A visitor to Wilderness Campground notes they offer "great organized activities" that are "fun for the whole family."
Playground facilities: Multiple cabin rental areas include play equipment. Laura B. explains that Lake of the Woods Campground has "a store, a bar, coin op laundry, a pool, a clean little pond & a great playground... tons to do to keep busy!"
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Campsite topography varies across the region. Jennifer K. observes about Bluewater Bay Campground, "Sites are pretty level sandy fine gravel. We are in site 37 and didn't need to level at all. They range in size good for tents and a couple cars to larger RV."
Space considerations: Some cabin locations have limited turning radius. Amber C. from Holiday Shores Campground explains, "The site we stayed at this time was kind of hard to get in. The site was wide (which is nice) but when backing in you are in a 3 way intersection."
Utilities access: Different campgrounds offer varying hookup options. One reviewer notes that Lake Arrowhead Campground provides full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections for RVs alongside their cabin rental options.
Dump station locations: For RVers staying in cabins without sewer, Jennifer K. points out, "There is a dump and potable water fill for RVs between the entrance and this campground."
