Best Camping in Wisconsin – Top Campgrounds for 2025

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Camping is a great way to spend time with family. The only thing is, if you select a bad campsite, this can totally ruin your vacation. But if you’re in the upper midwest, where is the best camping in Wisconsin?

The best camping site in Wisconsin is Breezy Hill Campground. This campground has all the facilities you need to have a comfortable vacation with your family. In addition to that, it is close to many excellent hiking spots, so you can enjoy nature too.

Learn more about them at http://breezyhillcamp.com/. But that’s hardly the only one!

Although it is a great campsite, there are many other places in Wisconsin where you can do different activities. There are riverside campsites, as well as sites in the mountains and forests! So, let’s take a look at 50 other amazing campsites in Wisconsin.

51 Best Camping Sites in Wisconsin

1. Apostle Islands National Lakeshore


The Apostle Islands are a very unique location in Wisconsin.

Here you will be able to explore the caves around Meyers Beach. They are quite spectacular. This is a great place for discovering and appreciating landforms that have taken millions of years to take shape. No RV camping permitted.

You can also go hiking at Lakeshore Trail and explore the multiple rivers in the area that lead to the sea.

Pricing:

$15/night for up to 7 people

Contact:

https://www.nps.gov/apis/planyourvisit/camping.htm

2. Badger Park Campground


Prices at this campground are super cheap, starting at $31 per night! This is a great campsite to go to if you have kids since they have climbing frames and other outdoor play areas to keep them entertained. Tent and RV camping.

Just south of the campground is Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area, where you can go and see wild animals.

Pricing:

$31/night with just water and electricity. $36/night including sewer.

Contact:

https://ci.peshtigo.wi.us/parks-rec/parks-and-rec/badger-park/

3. Big Bay State Park


Big Bay State Park is on Madeline Island, which is the largest island of the Apostle Islands. This camping park covers over 2,000 acres, so there is plenty for you to explore. This campsite has a 1.5-mile sand beach that runs along Lake Superior. Tent and RV camping.

It is one of the best campgrounds you can go to for hiking along the beach.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night for sites with electricity and water for tents or RVs up to 50′ in length

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/bigbay

4. Black River State Forest


This Forest covers over 68,000 acres of land! It is a very quiet campsite and has only a few visitors. The campsite has a lake where you can go fishing. The most popular activities at the Black River State Forest are hiking and hunting. Tent and RV camping.

They have ATV trails too, so if you like off-roading, this place is a must-visit.

Pricing:

Not all sites have electricity. All sites have hand-pump water. Fees range from $30 per night

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/StateForests/blackriver/recreation/camping

5. Bonanza Camping Resort


This campsite is located in the Wisconsin Dells, which is the waterpark capital of the world. There are many tourist attractions nearby, such as a reptile zoo and a go-karting arena. This is not a campsite that is in the wilderness. It is more suited for leisure than exploration.

The water parks here have huge water slides that will have your heart racing. They are very overcrowded, however, and you would probably enjoy going hiking more. Tent and RV camping. Cabins are available also.

Pricing:

Campsites are up to $30 for a pull-through site with full hookups.

Contact:

https://bonanzacamping.com/rates/

6. Copper Falls State Park


Copper Falls State Park is amazing. It is full of waterfalls, Gorges, and other landforms that are truly spectacular. This state park is right next to Bad River. This is a fantastic place to go for a hike or mountain bike along the riverbanks. Tent and RV camping.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night. 28 sites with electrical hookups and 4 non-electric sites for tents or RVs up to 50′ in length

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/copperfalls/recreation/camping

7. Devil’s Lake State Park

This is one of the best camping spots to go if you like hiking. There are countless hiking trails surrounding this campsite, and you have easy access to all of them. Devil’s Lake is just another one of Wisconsin’s large, great lakes. It is also the largest state park in Wisconsin. Total of 423 sites. Tent and RV camping.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night. Some sites have electrical hookups and some have no utilities. Accommodates RVs up to 50′.

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/devilslake/recreation/camping

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In this recent article on my site, I talk about what makes a great hiking shoe. I also give a list of good hiking shoes and boots for boys of all ages.

Just click that link to read it on my site.

8. Washington Island Campground

Washington Island is in the Green Bay Area, in the Door County Peninsula. It has many miles of shoreline for you to explore. It is the perfect place if you want to have fun in the sea, doing activities like paddleboarding and canoeing. Tent and RV camping. They also have sites accessible by horse.

Pricing:

Both non-electric ($27) and electric and water sites ($42/night).

Contact:

https://www.washingtonislandcampground.com/

9. Pine Harbor Campground


This campground is very close to Lake Wissota and Pine Harbor Woods Park. Just north of the campground is a public fishing pier and Lake Wissota Golf Club. So, if you are into these more relaxed pastimes, it is a great campground to visit. Cabin, RV, Tent, and Park Model camping are available.

Pricing:

Primitive camping starts at $26, tent camping from $30, RV sites from $37. Holidays and weekends may be more.

Contact:

https://pineharborcampground.com/

10. Fox Hill RV Park

This is quite a small campground, covering just 70 acres. It is quite close to Fairfield Hills Golf Course. There are also a few other RV parks in the area. So, if you are thinking of staying for more than a few weeks, you could go here and hop between parks. Tent camping, RV camping, and cabins are available. Not all RV sites have 50-amp service.

Pricing:

Fees range from $48–70 per night

Contact:

https://foxhillrvpark.com/

11. Governor Dodge State Park

This State Park is home to countless miles of trails. It is a popular destination for mountaineers and covers more than 5,000 acres. I recommend you avoid going in the summer months, though. Locals have said that it gets really hot out in the mountains! Tent and RV camping. Over 300 campsites including 80 with electric.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night. Some sites have electrical hookups and some have no utilities. Accommodates RVs up to 50′.

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/govdodge/recreation/camping

12. Harrington Beach State Park

This state park is off the shore of Lake Michigan. The shores of lake Michigan are covered in sandy beaches where you can do hiking and horseback riding. This campsite is just south of Green bay. Tent and RV camping. Over 60 campsites including 31 with electric.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30–35 per night for sites with electricity and $20 per night for sites without electricity.

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/harringtonbeach/recreation/camping

13. High Cliff State Park Campground

Perhaps the coolest thing you can do here is to visit the High Cliff State Park observation tower. This campsite is closer to lake Winnebago. This campsite is also close to the Friendship State Trail, where you can go hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and even riding snowmobiles in the winter. Tent and RV camping. Over 100 campsites including 32 with electric.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30–35 per night for sites with electricity and $20 per night for sites without electricity.

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/highcliff/recreation/camping

14. Kettle Moraine State Forest

Of the dozens of state parks in Wisconsin, this is one of the most amazing. This is one of the best places in the world if you want to see glacial landforms. North of this campsite is New Fane Mountain Bike and Hiking Trails. There is a 6.5-mile mountain biking trail here. Tent and RV camping. Over 100 campsites at the Ottawa Lake campground including 65 with electric. Pinewoods campground has over 100 non-electric sites.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night for sites with electricity and water for tents or RVs up to 50′ in length

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/kms/recreation/camping

15. Mirror Lake State Park

Mirror Lake is in the Wisconsin Dells. The lake here is actually a reservoir with steep sides. It is a great place for kayaking and also has a lot of cliffs. So, if you like rappelling or rock climbing, this is a great place to visit. Tent and RV camping. Cliffwood campground has 35 sites, 29 with electricity. Bluewater Bay campground has 63 non-electric sites

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night for sites with electricity and water for tents or RVs up to 50′ in length

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/mirrorlake/recreation/camping

16. Peninsula State Park

Peninsula lake is another super scenic lake in Wisconsin. The main attraction here is the Peninsula Lake Golf Course. So, if you are into golf or perhaps want a more relaxing vacation instead of an action-packed exploration vacation, this is a great place to consider. Tent and RV camping. Over 600 campsites across multiple campgrounds, some with electricity and some without.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night for sites with electricity and water for tents or RVs up to 50′ in length

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/peninsula/recreation/camping

17. Quartzite Campground

Quartzite Campground, one of the campgrounds inside Devil’s Lake State Park, was once a golf course. So, there is a lot of open space here, with some trees scattered around too. It is quite close to Devil’s Lake Nature Center. So, if you have young kids that can’t hike through the mountains of Wisconsin, this is a great place to visit. Tent and RV camping. Over 400 campsites across multiple campgrounds, some with electricity and some without.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night for sites with electricity and water for tents or RVs up to 50′ in length

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/devilslake/recreation/camping

18. Rock Island State Park

Rock island is a great place to go if you want a primitive campsite where you can pitch a tent. Rock island also has a beach and the Pottawatomie Lighthouse. The lighthouse is a museum and gives you a great view of Green Bay and the Michigan coastline. Tent camping only. Primitive walk-in sites only.

Pricing:

Fees range from $30 per night

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/rockisland/recreation/camping

19. Smokey Hollow Campground

This is a great, child-friendly campground that you can visit. It is very close to the towns of Poynette and Lodi, so that you will be close to food stores and other conveniences. It is also close to the Winnequah gun club. Here they have a practical shooting range that you can train on. Cabin, RV, Tent, and Park Model camping are available. Not all full hookup sites are 50-amp

Pricing:

Prices range from $30 for tents in the off-season, to VIP RV sites for $91/night during peak times.

Contact:

https://smokeyhollowcampground.com/

20. Mount Olympus Resort

This is a great place to go if you want to see wild deer. Wisconsin Deer Park is just a short drive away. There is also the Timbavati Wildlife Park and the Wisconsin River, all within a few miles of the campground. Either tent camping or staying in one of their cabins; no RV camping.

Pricing:

Fees for tent camping range from $24.99/night up to $49.88/night.

Contact:

https://www.mtolympuspark.com/

21. Wyalusing State Park

This is very close to the Wisconsin and Iowa border and the Wisconsin River. This campground is surrounded by hardwood forests and is a great place to go if you like hiking and mountain biking. Tent and RV camping. Over 100 campsites across multiple campgrounds, some with electricity and some without.

Pricing:

Fees range from $28 per night for sites with electricity and water for tents or RVs up to 40′ in length

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/wyalusing/recreation/camping

22. Mount Simon Park

Mount Simon Park is a campsite area in the city of Eau Claire. This small city is home to the University of Wisconsin and is a great place to go if you don’t want to be too far from other people. At this campsite, you will be close to food stores and other conveniences.

Pricing:

Unclear from website

Contact:

https://www.eauclairewi.gov/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/49/72

23. Flambeau River State Forest


Flambeau River State Forest is a very quiet place in Wisconsin. It is one of the least visited places. Therefore, if you want a super serene experience and get some alone time, this is a great place to go. It is located in the Flambeau River Hardwood Forest and is a wonderful place to explore. Mostly primitive, rustic camping with some accessible by canoe only.

Pricing:

Fees range from $16 per night

Contact:

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/StateForests/flambeauriver/recreation/camping

24. Hickory Oaks Campground

This is a great campground and is close to Menominee Park and Lake Winnebago. The only issue with this campground is that you have to book a place for a minimum of one month. So, if you are looking to take an extended vacation, this is the place to go. It is not suitable for a weekend getaway. Tent and RV camping with or without hookups. Cabins are available too. 20, 30 or 50 amp service.

Pricing:

Fees range from $36-46 per night

Contact:

25. Green Lake Campground

 

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Green Lake is a great place for fishing and is known for being a hotspot for largemouth bass. Green Lake Campground is not suitable for RVs, but they have cabins that you can stay in. This is a more comfortable camping experience and not a primitive campsite. Tent and RV camping.

The cabins have flush toilets, and there are even laundry facilities nearby.

Pricing:

Fees range from $67-82 per night

Contact:

https://greenlakecampground.com/

26. Mississippi Bend Campground

This RV park and campground is right next to the Mississippi River. It is also right next to the Wisconsin and Iowa border. It campground is open year-round and is a great place to go fishing. Tent and RV camping.

Pricing:

Unclear as they only offer an outdated Facebook page. Call for rates – (608) 412-0483

Contact:

https://www.facebook.com/msbend/

27. Indian Mounds Campground