The Wisconsin River flows through Westfield, Wisconsin, creating wetland habitats and numerous waterways that support camping opportunities. Within a 25-mile radius of Westfield, campgrounds range from full-service resorts to primitive sites near protected wildlife areas. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during peak camping season, with cooler evening temperatures around 55-65°F.
What to do
Explore historic petroglyphs: At Roche A Cri State Park Campground, visitors can hike to prehistoric rock carvings. "This park has an incredibly interesting history. This park is absolutely beautiful. Out has great trails, a viewing tower that will leave you breathless, prehistoric petroglyphs on a natural monolith, plenty of wildlife viewing," notes Stephen T.
Visit Amish communities: Day trips to nearby Amish settlements offer cultural experiences. "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," suggests Tammi J. from Buffalo Lake Camping Resort.
Kayaking on Mirror Lake: The calm waters and rock formations make for excellent paddling. "This was a trip where very little of our time was spent at the campsite, and most of our time was on kayaks on the lake itself. The steep cliffs and rock formations make for some great views while paddling," shares Steven U. from Sandstone Ridge Campground — Mirror Lake State Park.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention well-maintained bathrooms. "Clean laundry room. Very friendly staff and escort, at site daily trash pickup which is nice," notes Victoria G. from Holiday Shores Campground. Another camper at Coloma Camperland adds, "Bathrooms were EXCEPTIONALLY clean! More of an adult campground - no kids running around. Very quiet and relaxing!"
Seasonal camping community: Many campgrounds feature seasonal sites with welcoming communities. "My hubby and I have been coming here for years! Awesome owners—they just retired so I hope the new owners keep the same traditions and don't make a lot of changes! You can get to your site early if no one is on it, stay later by letting them know," shares a camper at Buffalo Lake Camping Resort.
Natural features: The combination of forests and water access ranks high. "Lake Arrowhead jumps out of the Earth soaring skyward. A must do for every camper is to camp here," writes Thomas F. Rock formations provide unique experiences: "The 303 stairs to the top lookout is a workout and worth the trip for the view. We hiked almost 5.5 miles through this beautiful state park," adds Lisa S.
What you should know
Highway noise: Several campgrounds experience highway sounds. "You will hear cars on the highway at night in the distance. The sky is amazing with no light pollution," notes Stephen T. about Roche A Cri. Another camper mentions, "The highway noise is loud and some military jets kept flying overhead. The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice."
Campground terrain: Site configurations vary widely. "Sites are situated with the terrain which can make them interesting to get into. They're gravel and mostly level," notes Dave P. about Arrowhead RV Campground. For yurt camping near Westfield, Wisconsin, some sites require preparation: "I had found a video of a gentleman doing a walkthrough of the campsite on youtube and I'm glad I found it! We had originally booked site 95 and on the video, he said it was quite the slope."
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds operate from mid-April through mid-October. "We stayed in later April, so it was a limited experience," notes one camper, while another mentions, "We when's when it was very hot. And raining. There was a small general store that had food and ice cream."
Tips for camping with families
Recreational activities: Wilderness Campground offers multiple water-based options. "Lots to do—swim in ponds with floatables, heated pool, jumping pillow, playground, great organized activities! Strict with rules, as a good thing," shares Gayle S.
Entertainment options: Look for campgrounds with organized programs. "Awesome owners—they just retired so I hope the new owners keep the same traditions and don't make a lot of changes," notes a camper at Buffalo Lake. Another visitor to Arrowhead mentions, "Great campground for families with kids and teens. Tons of activities all around the campground. There were outdoor movies, put-put, corn hole, two pools, huge trampoline, volleyball nets, disc golf."
Extended-stay options: For yurt camping in Westfield, Wisconsin areas, consider longer visits. "We just returned from a family reunion of 20 people camping together and they were great to work with. We were able to have 3 pop ups and 2 tents on 3 sites. We also rented a cabin for the great grandparents," shares Megan P.
Tips from RVers
Electrical hookup planning: Bring extension cords for RV sites. "Good size sites but bring extension cords for electrical hook ups.... Odd outlet placement," advises Tim R. Another camper echoes, "Make sure you bring 50 ft of electrical cord and water hose. They do offer to barrow their extension cords."
Campground access: Lake Arrowhead Campground provides well-maintained access roads. "Even in the beginning stages of the pandemic they were already making changes to keep everyone safe. Nice location. Neighbors were great and respected each other," notes Kevin C.
Utility requirements: Full hookup availability varies by location. "We had a great site for our pop up. Corner site close to showers and bathrooms," shares Kevin C. Another RVer adds, "Full hook ups and friendly staff. Good wifi which is purchased separately."
