Big Foot Beach State Park
3.88121 reviewsBig Foot Beach State Park
Quick Facts
Price
$38 - $40.75/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
RV FriendlyElectricShowers
Get DirectionsQuick Facts
Price
$38 - $40.75/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
RV FriendlyElectricShowers
Get DirectionsBig Foot Beach State Park
$38.00 - $40.75 / night
Campsite Fees
Reviewer-reported nightly fees commonly cited around $38–$40.75; reviewers also report an additional vehicle/parking/day charge of roughly $11–$12....
Show more
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
Get Notified When Available
We'll monitor this campground and alert you the moment sites become available.
Free with account · Checks every 2 minutes
167,000+ sites monitored · Email, SMS, or in-app notifications
Share this campground
Going To Camp
ProviderWhat Campers Say
3.88
Mixed Reviews
Based on 121 reviews
1083 Google reviews
Most mentioned
cleanshadelocationhiking
Some mention
noisesmall
"Reviews are mixed: visitors praise the park's clean restrooms, convenient location next to Lake Geneva, shade and easy trails, and availability of electric hookups; common complaints include small/closely spaced sites, noise and crowding on summer weekends, an unimpressive/small beach across a busy road, and variable enforcement by park staff."
Fees & Passes at Big Foot Beach State Park
$38 - $40.75/night
Campsite fees
Prices verified December 14, 2025
Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official Wisconsin DNR website.
Best Time to Camp at Big Foot Beach State Park
October steals the show here, when the mature hardwoods explode in amber and crimson—reviewers consistently call out fall as the park's finest hour. Summer brings the crowds, especially on holiday weekends when the campground hums with families, music, and late-night chatter that carries across those closely-spaced sites. As for mosquitoes, they're the usual Wisconsin wildcards: some campers report none, others wage nightly battles depending on which site they've claimed and whether recent rains have left standing water.
Spring (Mar-May)
Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.
Best
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.
Fall (Sep-Nov)
Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.
Planning Tips
About Big Foot Beach State Park
Nestled on the south shore of Geneva Lake, Big Foot Beach State Park offers a convenient basecamp just minutes from Lake Geneva's shops and restaurants. Picture shaded, grassy campsites beneath mature trees—most with electric hookups—perfect for families who want easy lake access and nearby trails. Just know that this popularity comes with trade-offs: sites are cozy (translation: close together), and summer weekends buzz with activity.
Mixed tent and RV campground in a developed state-park setting near Lake Geneva; sites are mostly drive-up with electric available at many sites.
Weather and SeasonsOctober steals the show here, when the mature hardwoods explode in amber and crimson—reviewers consistently call out fall as the park's finest hour. Summer brings the crowds, especially on holiday weekends when the campground hums with families, music, and late-night chatter that carries across those closely-spaced sites. As for mosquitoes, they're the usual Wisconsin wildcards: some campers report none, others wage nightly battles depending on which site they've claimed and whether recent rains have left standing water.
Natural Features and SceneryImagine a classic park setting where towering oaks and maples shade gently rolling lawns—this is southern Wisconsin lake country at its most accessible. The campground feels more like a well-maintained city park than a remote wilderness, with open grassy areas connecting lightly wooded pockets throughout.
The beach itself is Geneva Lake's draw, though it's smaller than you might expect and has a mixed personality—part sandy shore, part grassy bank, part rocky waterline. If you're dreaming of a secluded, forest-enclosed campsite, you'll want to adjust those expectations; most sites here embrace the open, social atmosphere of a community gathering space rather than private woodland retreats.
Geological RegionSouthern Wisconsin (Geneva Lake / Lake Geneva area)
Advertisement
Campsite details
Total Campsitesnull campsites
Best Campsites
Curated by campers, for campers
Reveal picks
Reserving a campsite
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed
Reservation PlatformsGoingToCamp (https://wisconsin.goingtocamp.com)
Amenities available
Showers
Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Dump station
Flush toilets
Electricity hookups
Activities you can enjoy
Day-use lake access, short easy hiking trails, basic shore fishing and boating access on Geneva Lake; swimming is available at a small state-park beach (across a busy road from the campground).
Hiking
Several short, easy, lightly wooded trails and rolling terrain that start near the campground and day-use areas; popular for casual walks and leaf-peeping in fall.Fishing
Shoreline/nearby lake fishing opportunities on Geneva Lake and small park ponds/streams noted by visitors.Swimming
Small state-park beach on Geneva Lake — described as a thin/rocky strip of sand with limited swimming area; no lifeguard; beach requires crossing a busy road from the campground.Advertisement
Campground rules
- Pets are not allowed
- Reviewers note fire pits at sites and that firewood sales are inconsistent; some campers report using downed branches per park rules. No official fire policy text was provided in the source material.
- Quiet hours are Reviewers report quiet-hours enforcement and mention noise after 10:00 PM resulting in fines or ranger intervention.
Hazards
General hazardsTo reach the beach campers must cross a busy road. Beach shoreline is rocky in places and reviewers report occasional dead fish/garbage. Event weekends can bring very loud noise and bright lights from a nearby race track; noisy campers are also a recurring issue. Mosquitoes/wasps/ticks are occasional nuisance hazards. No lifeguard at the beach was noted in reviews.
Weather at Big Foot Beach State Park
-5
°F
Dec 14
Sunday
Clear sky
Precipitation: 0%
Humidity: 64%
Wind: 9.1 mph
Clear sky
Weather History
Weather data powered by Open-Meteo
Detailed 7-Day Forecast
Powered by AI weather analysis
Reveal forecast
Good to know
Common complaintsSites described as small, open, and close together with limited privacy; noise and late-night parties (especially on busy summer weekends) and occasional loud events from nearby venues; the park beach is small/rocky and requires crossing a busy road; some visitors report inconsistent shower hot water and occasional cleanliness issues; most sites lack water/sewer hookups.
Campground Map
Big Foot Beach State Park
Nearby places
Downtown Lake Geneva (adjacent/within the Lake Geneva area)
Nearby supplies
Downtown Lake Geneva (shops, restaurants) nearby
Reviews from booking and map sources
3.9
121 reviews
Big Foot Beach State Park has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews are mixed: visitors praise the park's clean restrooms, convenient location next to Lake Geneva, shade and easy trails, and availability of electric hookups; common complaints include small/closely spaced sites, noise and crowding on summer weekends, an unimpressive/small beach across a busy road, and variable enforcement by park staff.
Review Summaries
Based on 121 reviews
What Campers Love
Excellent location for access to Lake Geneva and downtown amenities; generally clean bathrooms and private shower stalls; many shaded sites and easy hiking trails; electrical hookups available at...
Based on 121 reviewsShow more
Common Concerns
• **Sites small, open, and close together**, offering little privacy; several reviews liken it to camping on a lawn or in a city park.[2][3][5]
• **Noise issues** from other campers (late‑night...
Based on 121 reviewsShow more
Pro Tips & Recommendations
Reserve early via Wisconsin's GoingToCamp system for a better site; request edge/upper-loop gravel sites for RVs if possible; bring water containers because most sites lack water hookups; expect...
Based on 121 reviewsShow more
Camper Quotes
"Feels like camping on a lawn rather than secluded woods"; "Cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen in a campground"; "This is not a beach... 5 feet of sand littered with garbage".
Based on 121 reviewsCamper Reviews by Outdoorithm campers
0
0 review
1
2
3
4
5
Last updated December 14, 2025
Advertisement