Blue Mound State Park
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Price
Varies
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Allowed
RV FriendlyElectricShowers
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Campsite Fees
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
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"Most reviewers praise very clean, well‑maintained facilities, spectacular views from the towers, and family‑friendly amenities like the pool and playground. Common downsides noted are limited site privacy, occasional odor issues at a pit toilet, and intermittent noise from families or mechanical sources."
Best Time to Camp at Blue Mound State Park
Summer brings families to the sparkling pool and splash pad, while autumn paints the hardwood forest in brilliant golds and crimsons—making the tower-top sunset views absolutely spectacular. When winter blankets the park, cross-country skiers glide along the same trails that hikers enjoyed in warmer months. Locals know the secret: time your visit for fall foliage and catch the sunset from the towers for an unforgettable Wisconsin moment.
Spring (Mar-May)
Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.
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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.
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About Blue Mound State Park
Perched atop southern Wisconsin's highest hill, Blue Mound State Park's wooded campground welcomes families to a ridge-top retreat where modern comforts meet natural beauty. Two observation towers frame sweeping views across farmland and valleys, while below, campers enjoy exceptional facilities—including shower buildings that earn rave reviews—plus a refreshing pool, splash pad, and trails that wind through the forest canopy.
Wooded, family‑oriented campground with a mix of accessible electric sites and more secluded cart‑in/walk‑in sites. Sites are generally wooded and described as well‑maintained.
Weather and SeasonsSummer brings families to the sparkling pool and splash pad, while autumn paints the hardwood forest in brilliant golds and crimsons—making the tower-top sunset views absolutely spectacular. When winter blankets the park, cross-country skiers glide along the same trails that hikers enjoyed in warmer months. Locals know the secret: time your visit for fall foliage and catch the sunset from the towers for an unforgettable Wisconsin moment.
Natural Features and SceneryYour campsite sits nestled in a mixed hardwood forest that crowns this distinctive hill, where trails weave through shaded groves and emerge onto dramatic ridgelines. Climb either of the two observation towers and you'll be rewarded with panoramic vistas stretching across patchwork farmland, rolling hills, and all the way to the Wisconsin River valley. Between hikes, watch for the diverse wildlife and birds that call these varied habitats home—from dense woodland to open ridge tops that transform with every season.
Geological RegionSits atop the largest hill in southern Wisconsin (high ridge/topographic high in southern Wisconsin)
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Activities you can enjoy
Blue Mound emphasizes scenic hiking and panoramic vistas from two observation towers, with additional family‑friendly amenities such as a swimming pool and splash pad. Trails support hiking, mountain biking and cross‑country skiing in winter; wildlife viewing and birding are commonly mentioned.
Hiking
Multiple trails wind through mixed hardwood forest and along ridges to east and west observation towers; reviewers recommend hiking to both towers for the best views.Swimming
Park includes a swimming pool and splash pad that reviewers praise as a family highlight and a refreshing amenity in summer.Advertisement
Campground rules
- Pets are allowed
Hazards
General hazardsCommon issues reported include noise from families and children (campground can be busy), occasional mechanical/industrial noise reported by some campers, and occasional strong odors from pit toilets. Trail maps along routes have been criticized for lacking 'you are here' indicators, which may complicate navigation.
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Wind: 11.9 mph
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Common complaintsSites can be small or uneven and are fairly close together (limited privacy); campground can be noisy with lots of children and family activity; one reviewer reported a strong odor at a pit toilet and another reported mechanical/industrial noise during the night.
Campground Map
Blue Mound State Park
Nearby places
Mount Horeb
Village of Blue Mounds
Nearby supplies
Nearby services in Mount Horeb (restaurants including Wildflower Cafe) and a nearby general store mentioned by campers
Reviews from booking and map sources
4.7
68 reviews
Blue Mound State Park is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
Most reviewers praise very clean, well‑maintained facilities, spectacular views from the towers, and family‑friendly amenities like the pool and playground. Common downsides noted are limited site privacy, occasional odor issues at a pit toilet, and intermittent noise from families or mechanical sources.
Review Summaries
Based on 68 reviews
What Campers Love
Clean, modern restrooms and shower building; excellent views from two observation towers; family amenities (swimming pool, splash pad, playground); well‑maintained wooded sites and trails.
Based on 68 reviewsCommon Concerns
• **Lack of privacy and noise from families/kids.** Several reviewers comment that sites are close together with little screening; there are many children biking and using the playground, which can...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations
Hike to both east and west towers (sunset and fall color recommended); consider cart‑in/walk‑in loop for a more secluded site; bring a personal trail map or navigation app as trail maps may lack “you...
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Camper Quotes
"Very clean. Sites were well maintained."; "The pool was magnificently refreshing"; "Highly recommend. The views from the towers are amazing"; "Didn't enjoy the experience... Campsite was small and...
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