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Best Campgrounds near Wisconsin Dells, WI

808 Reviews

Wisconsin Dells camping options range from state park campgrounds to private RV parks within minutes of the area's popular waterparks and attractions. Devils Lake State Park offers multiple campground areas including Quartzite, Ice Age, and Northern Lights campgrounds, all within 30 minutes of Wisconsin Dells. Closer to town, Rocky Arbor State Park provides tent and RV sites with electric hookups, while private options like Wisconsin Dells KOA and Yogi Bear Camp-Resort offer full-service camping with cabins, RV sites, and glamping accommodations.

Most campgrounds in the area are seasonal, typically operating from May through October. Wisconsin state parks require vehicle permits in addition to camping fees, which can increase costs for out-of-state visitors. "Considering the price compared to other local campgrounds this place needs more care in its appearance," noted one camper about a private campground, highlighting the variable quality among facilities. Rocky Arbor State Park offers a more economical alternative to hotels while still providing access to Wisconsin Dells attractions, though highway noise impacts some sites. Mirror Lake State Park features several campgrounds including Sandstone Ridge, Bluewater Bay, and Cliffwood, each with varying amenity levels from primitive to full hookup sites.

Proximity to Interstate 90/94 creates notable road noise at some campgrounds, particularly at Rocky Arbor State Park where visitors report having to "shout" at certain sites near the highway. Despite this drawback, campers appreciate the wooded settings that provide natural screening between sites. According to one visitor, "Many of the sites are separated from others by some space and numerous trees, tucked back away in the pine forest." Family-friendly amenities are common at private campgrounds, with several featuring swimming pools, splash pads, and playgrounds. While state park campgrounds offer more natural surroundings with hiking trails and lake access, they tend to have more basic facilities compared to the resort-style private campgrounds that cater to families visiting the Wisconsin Dells attractions.

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Best Camping Sites Near Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin (173)

    1. Quartzite Campground — Devils Lake State Park

    47 Reviews
    Baraboo, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 947-2757

    "There is something for everyone at Devils Lake State Park."

    "The new warden situation is interesting. Things have gotten a lot more strict in some areas (ex."

    2. Wisconsin Dells KOA

    23 Reviews
    Wisconsin Dells, WI
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (608) 254-4177

    "My family and I stayed at this Wisconsin Dells KOA location for two nights (site 61) as the first stop on a 3+ week trip, and it fully met our expectations"

    "We stayed at KOA in Wisconsin dells, which was about a mile away from everything.  We called to RSVP. Which was a breeze."

    3. Ice Age Campground — Devils Lake State Park

    43 Reviews
    Baraboo, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 356-8301

    "Much to do at Devil's Lake and surrounding area. features multiple campgrounds and multiple areas for swimming. A beach at the North and South of the lake."

    "It is up and away from the rest of the park a bit and typically almost every site has full shade. This is important in the summer months."

    4. Sandstone Ridge Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    21 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 254-2333

    "The lake, when we went in late August/Early September had a lot of algae on it and wasn't really good to swim, but they do have boat rentals and fishing. It is generally a beautiful lake."

    "Mirror lake is quickly becoming one of our favorite campgrounds in Wisconsin. The sites are decent size and spaced for privacy. Some loops have group sites where you book 2 sites that are connected."

    5. Bluewater Bay Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    20 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    5 miles
    Website

    $15 / night

    "Echo Rock trail is a great hike around rock formation. I was disappointed when I realized how far away the shower/toilets are away from ever loop in the campground."

    "One group of younger people next to us that were pretty respectful with noise level. There is a dump and potable water fill for rvs between the entrance and this campground."

    6. Northern Lights Campground — Devils Lake State Park

    34 Reviews
    Baraboo, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 356-8301

    "Views like these are hard to beat in Wisconsin, or anywhere really. The cliffs on the side of the lake are phenomenal."

    "From the building architecture to the towering cliffs, Devil's Lake State Park is absolutely gorgeous."

    7. Cliffwood Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    15 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    5 miles
    Website

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Lake is fed by river then exits over dam toward the Wisconsin Dells. Great fishing, photography, hiking, and camping."

    "Fantastic place to stay near Wisconsin dells! State park rates Beach boat rentals gorgeous hiking! Secluded wooded campsites some with electricity."

    8. Rocky Arbor State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Wisconsin Dells, WI
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (608) 254-8001

    "Nice quiet campground, close to many parks in Wisconsin Dells but far enough away from all the traffic and noise. Stayed one overnight driving through."

    "Many of the sites are separated from others by some space and numerous trees, tucked back away in the pine forest."

    9. Fox Hill RV Park & Campground

    13 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 356-5890

    $45 - $85 / night

    "We had full hook up, a picnic table & fire pit, our friends camped next to us in #5. The store had supplies, and firewood they deliver it to your site."

    "It took two 2x6 and a 1x6 under the camp side to be level. That made the first step into the coach, and last step out of the coach extremely high off the ground."

    10. Yogi Bear TM Camp-Resort & Waterplayground

    11 Reviews
    Lake Delton, WI
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 254-2568

    "This is a good park and it's close to all the waterparks, great scenery and lots of stuff for everyone to do. Clean park family friendly."

    "We are a 33.6 ft rig so navigating around parked cars was a challenge as people had their vehicles right to the road."

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  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Wonewoc Legion Park

    One Of Our Favorite Stops

    We were lucky enough to have this beautiful little gem all to ourselves. The campground is super quiet, clean and very well maintained. It’s located about 40 minutes away from the Wisconsin Dells and has easy access to the 400 State bike trail. We took the Dells boat tour and enjoyed biking through the beautiful surrounding countryside and sampling the delicious goods at Wonewoc’s farmer’s market. Everywhere we went, people were so kind and helpful. We look forward to stopping in again.

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Derge County Park

    Beautiful mature oaks

    The campground is near Beaver Dam lake and you get a pass to the boat landing with the camping fee. The sites are clearly marked and level. Some have more shade than others, the descriptions at reservation are accurate. Site 4 has nice grass and plenty of trees along the back. The site sizes are adequate but there isn’t much room between sites. Overall the campground was quiet, except for a few RVs running things all night. It was not dark, the RVs keep their lights on all night and there isn’t enough foliage to block it. We are the only pop up here, there are no tents. The space certainly allows grass for tents, I think the culture is just a little different. The shower house is clean, but showers only have a curtain and a central drain in the building means the toilet stall floors get wet too. There is a small playground and a GaGa ball pit. Overall, this is a well kept campground and perfect for spending a night on the way to somewhere. There isn’t much draw for a longer stay.

  • P
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Sleepy Dragon Campground

    Camping

    In 2024 just before Memorial Day, I needed to leave the campground I was in and started calling around for openings at private campgrounds. I was getting worried that it was not possible for me to find a site. I remembered ( light bulb moment) that Sleepy Dragon Campground may have openings. I called and was shocked to hear they still had openings for that weekend. Drove to the campground and set my sights on a pull through site. I enjoyed it so much decided to stay permanently. My original site was 120, then moved to 114, it’s a corner site. Has shade and sun at different times of the day. Large to medium camp sites, grassy, concreted if that’s what you like, plus electric and water at each site. Sewer at selected sites. Personally I came here as a child, back in the later 60’s to early 70’s. Changed owners a couple of times, now it is veteran owned, upgrades are being completed as time allows.

  • rThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Quartzite Campground — Devils Lake State Park

    way overpriced and not worth it

    cost at end of september, sunday night was $76/night PLUS $16 parking fee so $92 for a night at a mediocre campground with no privacy. i rarely write negative reviews, but ive been camping for a while now, and never experienced this high of a cost for just a regular campground.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Kennedy County Park

    Great price for a little campground

    Not the most elaborate campground or the best I stayed at, but the price was right for what you get. The sites are large. You could add a tent or RV to any of them, but some are tighter to get into than others because of the road and how it turns.

    There's a little playground and lots of open space. Each site has a fire pit, but I don't believe there's firewood available for purchase. There are some vault toilets here.

    Cost is only $15 cash and it's first come first serve. No reservations.

    I believe that they raised the rate on April 1st. It's now $15, but in this day and age of price gouging that's actually a bargain for a campsite. It's primitive, but it's nicely kept.

    A little train noise from the distance, but if you like the sound of a train horn, it's very soothing.

  • Cynthia K.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Oakdale KOA

    Shady trees

    KOA Journey. We didn't feel like tackling Illinois at the end of the day, so we planned a stop here. 

    Check in was pleasant. We were in the back by the bathroom, which was my request. Lots of shady trees. This is a well established campground. As others have noted there is Interstate noise. It's easy on- easy off though.

     There's a Loves nearby.

  • Julia B.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Buckhorn State Park Campground

    West shore sites

    We usually stay at the east shore sites but tried the west shore this time. The shore was not as level as the east side sites but still sandy and shallow for swimming. We could hear the bar blaring music across the lake until 10 or 11pm . There are more trees now than the website pictures show so there is some privacy between sites. Mosquitos were the worst i have ever experienced. The second we got out of the car they were all over us. We used the heaviest deet possible nonstop.

  • Julia B.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Sandstone Ridge Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    Beautiful lake

    The lake is great for kayaking. Lots of sandstone cliffs. We only did 2 hiking trails but they were well maintained. The site was good. The 202 area has a parking lot for 4 sites and a very short walk to the sites. Fire pit and picnic table were in good shape. The highway noise is loud and some military jets kept flying overhead. The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice. Smart enough to figure out the clip mechanism. Overall good site but a little noisy.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Wisconsin Riverside Resort

    THIS PLACE HAS IT ALL!!

    This campground was fabulous! Great pool, restaurant, live music, and Pickle Ball! Well kept facility. It has a security gate, which I really appreciated.

Guide to Wisconsin Dells

Camping near Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Devils Lake State Park. One camper mentioned, "The hikes were the nicest I’ve seen in the surrounding areas," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
  • Swimming: Enjoy the refreshing waters at Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground. A reviewer said, "Great beach, lots of space with picnic tables," perfect for a sunny day.
  • Fishing: Cast a line at Buckhorn State Park Campground. One visitor noted, "There was an eagle fishing in the bay with us," highlighting the area's wildlife.

What campers like:

  • Privacy: Many campers appreciate the spacious sites at Hartman Creek State Park Campground. A reviewer shared, "I stayed at site 38 which had good privacy on one side."
  • Clean facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. At Cox Hollow Campground, one camper said, "Bathrooms and showers seemed clean enough."
  • Family-friendly atmosphere: The Wisconsin Dells KOA is noted for its kid-friendly features. A visitor remarked, "The campground is kid-friendly, with a playground and a pool."

What you should know:

  • Busy during peak season: Campgrounds can get crowded, especially in summer. A camper at Quartzite Campground mentioned, "Saturday got a bit too crowded, but otherwise it was a great stay."
  • Limited amenities at some sites: Not all campgrounds have the same level of amenities. For example, a visitor at Ice Age Campground noted, "The bathrooms could use more upkeep."
  • Noise levels can vary: Some campgrounds, like Cox Hollow Campground, can be noisy due to nearby activities. One camper said, "The vibe here wasn’t for us," indicating it might not be ideal for those seeking peace.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose sites with amenities: Look for campgrounds that offer playgrounds and swimming areas. The Wisconsin Dells KOA has a pool and planned activities, making it a hit with families.
  • Plan for activities: Bring games and outdoor equipment. A camper at Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground mentioned, "We had a canopy over the picnic table," which is great for family gatherings.
  • Check for nearby attractions: Many campgrounds are close to fun spots. One visitor at Buckhorn State Park Campground enjoyed the nearby bar and grill with live music.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site dimensions: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Northern Lights Campground noted, "Some sites have quite a bit of slant but it’s workable."
  • Look for full hookups: Campgrounds like Yellowstone Lake State Park Campground offer full hookups, which can make your stay more comfortable.
  • Be prepared for tight spots: Some campgrounds have narrow roads and tight spaces. A camper at Wisconsin Dells KOA mentioned, "Tight spots and narrow roads but convenient location."

Camping near Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best campgrounds with amenities in Wisconsin Dells?

Wisconsin Dells offers numerous campgrounds with excellent amenities. Arrowhead RV Campground stands out with two swimming pools, outdoor movies, mini-golf, corn hole, a huge trampoline, volleyball nets, and disc golf. They even host special events like Christmas in July. Dell Boo Campground provides a relaxing atmosphere after a day in the Dells, featuring a nice pool perfect for sunbathing or swimming. For water enthusiasts, Cliffwood Campground at Mirror Lake State Park offers a beach, boat ramp, and access to a beautiful lake ideal for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Yukon Trails Camping includes family-friendly amenities like mini-golf, a playground, and seasonal events in a woodland setting among tall pines.

Where can I find free camping in Wisconsin Dells?

True free camping is limited around Wisconsin Dells. Your best option is Rocky Arbor State Park Campground, which offers affordable camping close to the Dells while providing a quiet retreat from the tourist areas. While not free, state parks like Northern Lights Campground — Devils Lake State Park offer budget-friendly options with spectacular views and access to hiking trails. For truly free camping, you'll need to venture further from Wisconsin Dells to national forest lands in northern Wisconsin. Many campgrounds in the area offer off-season discounts, so consider visiting during shoulder seasons for the best rates while still enjoying access to the region's natural beauty.

Are there cabin and glamping options in Wisconsin Dells for non-tent campers?

Wisconsin Dells has excellent cabin and glamping options for those wanting to avoid traditional tent camping. Wisconsin Dells KOA offers comfortable cabin accommodations alongside their standard camping sites, making it convenient for visitors focusing on the Dells' attractions. Yukon Trails Camping provides charming cabin options nestled in woodland surroundings, ideal for a more natural experience while maintaining comfort. For families seeking a full-service experience, Yogi Bear Camp-Resort & Waterplayground features deluxe cabins with modern amenities and direct access to their water park facilities. Many properties also offer glamping tents with real beds, electricity, and other comforts for those wanting to experience nature without roughing it.

What RV camping options are available in Wisconsin Dells?

Ho-Chunk RV Resort & Campground is widely regarded as the premier RV destination in Wisconsin Dells, offering excellent facilities for recreational vehicles. Stand Rock Campground provides RV sites close to the Dells attractions and features a bar/restaurant that operates on weekends, adding convenience for campers. For those preferring a downtown location, Sherwood Forest Campgrounds offers RV sites in the heart of Wisconsin Dells, though some campers note the power setup can be challenging with one box serving multiple sites. Mirror Lake State Park has sites that accommodate RVs, providing a more natural setting while still being close to the Dells. Most RV campgrounds in the area offer full hookups, with some featuring pull-through sites for larger rigs.

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