Camping options near Williams Bay, Wisconsin include several RV-friendly resorts within a short drive of Lake Geneva. The area sits in a glacial region with numerous lakes and hilly terrain at elevations around 800-900 feet above sea level. Seasonal flooding can affect some campgrounds during spring months, with most facilities open from April through mid-October.
What to do
Fishing in Clear Lake: Blackhawk Camping Resort offers quick access to Clear Lake, which combines three connected lakes (Mud Lake, Clear Lake, and Duck Lake). "The biggest attraction here though hasn't changed, which is the quick and EZ access to Clear Lake, which is actually a combination of 3 different lakes: Mud Lake, Clear Lake and Duck Lake, which basically surrounds the entirety of Blackhawk Camping Resort and offers up endless fishing, kayaking and boating opportunities," notes camper Stuart K.
Beach swimming with kids: At Naga-Waukee Park, the beach along Lake Nagawicka provides a clean swimming area with lifeguards during summer. "Nice quiet place to take kids to swim. Beach is clean and there are trees for shade and grills to cook," mentions Sheri J. The beach also includes a playground within earshot of camping areas.
Wine tasting: Take a break from camping with a visit to nearby vineyards. "If you are looking for a nice, different distraction that you wouldn't expect in these parts, let alone Wisconsin writ large, head on over to Timber Hill Winery, which is a family-run local vineyard featuring a fairly amazing tasting room offering up some not-so-typical varietals like Red, White & Berry, Cherry Bomb and my favorite, PB&J Back to School," suggests a Blackhawk camper.
What campers like
Convenient RV sites: Wisconsin State Fair RV Park provides full-hookup sites close to Milwaukee attractions. "Perfect campground for what it is! Big paved parking lot with full hookups. Very close to downtown, right off of interstate. Clean facilities. We were visiting family downtown and it was very convenient," writes Mary G. Many campers appreciate this park as a base for exploring the region.
Heated pools: Thousand Trails Pine Country features excellent pool facilities, especially for families with younger children. "We did enjoy our stay and the pool was fantastic for smaller kids. Not much was set up for daily activities the weekend we stayed. It was very clean, nice pool, breakfast was good at the activity building," notes a camper named Marc W.
Accessibility to Lake Country trails: Campers appreciate easy access to regional trails. "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 quick and easy weekend camping adventure," states Ross K. about Naga-Waukee Park.
What you should know
Limited sewage connections: Many RV sites near Williams Bay lack sewage hookups at individual sites. At Lakeland Camping Resort, "We were on 444 and the site is nice and big only issue was rocks under the dirt, so it was hard to find spots for our stakes," reports Nikki G., who noted they were among very few tent campers at a primarily RV-focused campground.
Train noise at some campgrounds: When selecting sites, check proximity to train tracks. At Northwoods RV Resort, "You will want to take note that yes, you actually cross train tracks to get to this campground, so if you're sharp, you're going to want to ensure you haven't booked a site right next to where trains will shoot through every few hours," advises Stuart K.
Seasonal flooding issues: Campgrounds in the region often deal with water level changes. One camper at Lakeland noted, "We were the only tent campers in the whole campground. These sites are good for both. We had rain all of our first day, and our site didn't flood just a few puddles here and there and the ground was mushy for about another day and a half."
Tips for camping with families
Pool temperature checks: Call ahead to ensure heated pools are actually warm. "If you are planning on using that amazing pool that you saw as you came in, make sure you call management a good day or two before you come in to ensure that they turn on the heater – when we were there for 2 days, by the time we left, the pool was still too cold to go for a dip," warns a camper about one resort.
Seek sites away from busy areas: For quieter family camping near Williams Bay, select locations strategically. "Book a site away from the pools if you want peace and quiet," recommends Maria Mercedes M. about Lakeland Camping Resort.
Playground proximity matters: Lehmans Lakeside RV Resort has installed kid-friendly facilities that parents appreciate. "New kid's playgrounds that have been installed on sand lots, which the kiddos are sure to love," notes a recent reviewer, making this a practical option for families seeking RV sites near Williams Bay, Wisconsin.
Tips from RVers
Water quality varies by campground: Many RV parks in the region have mineral-rich water systems. "The park water is high in Iron," notes ron R. about Lehmans Lakeside RV Resort, suggesting campers may want to bring drinking water supplies.
Pothole awareness: Access roads to campgrounds often develop issues throughout the season. "The pot roads need service as they do have a lot of pot holes. Good thing for the 5mph speed limit," mentions a reviewer about road conditions at some RV sites near Williams Bay.
Off-season spacing benefits: For campers seeking more space between sites, timing matters. "We like dispersed sites so we wouldn't have liked this park 'in season' when it's packed. That being said we've already decided this will be our first stop when the season starts again!" shares Rose F. about spacing at Lehmans Lakeside during shoulder season visits.
