Hartman Creek State Park

4.49

121 reviews

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Year-round

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Pets

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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Hartman Creek State Park

No fees available

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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What Campers Say

4.49

Recommended

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"Overall reviewers praise Hartman Creek for its scenic trails, family-friendly sandy beach and rental options, clean restrooms/showers, and spacious campsites. Common complaints focus on crowding/noise during peak times, strict or heavy-handed ranger enforcement of quiet hours, occasional staff issues, ticks in spring, and occasional swimmer's itch at the beach."

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Best Time to Camp at Hartman Creek State Park

Hartman Creek transforms beautifully with each season, offering year-round adventures for those who embrace Wisconsin's changing moods. Summer brings families to the beach for swimming and boat rentals, though visitors should check for occasional swimmer's itch advisories during warmer months. When snow blankets the trails, winter hikers discover a serene landscape perfect for peaceful exploration. Spring and fall storms can occasionally leave their mark with downed trees, but the park staff works diligently to keep trails accessible and campsites welcoming throughout the year.

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.

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About Hartman Creek State Park

Nestled among pristine waters and towering trees, Hartman Creek State Park beckons families to explore its collection of sparkling lakes, sandy swimming beach, and miles of winding trails. Whether you're pitching a tent in a shaded non-electric site or settling into a full-hookup spot with your RV, you'll find spacious campsites that serve as the perfect basecamp for paddling adventures on the legendary Waupaca Chain of Lakes.

Campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites (electric sites available), plus group campsites; no cabins or glamping noted in the provided reviews.

Weather and SeasonsHartman Creek transforms beautifully with each season, offering year-round adventures for those who embrace Wisconsin's changing moods. Summer brings families to the beach for swimming and boat rentals, though visitors should check for occasional swimmer's itch advisories during warmer months. When snow blankets the trails, winter hikers discover a serene landscape perfect for peaceful exploration. Spring and fall storms can occasionally leave their mark with downed trees, but the park staff works diligently to keep trails accessible and campsites welcoming throughout the year.

Natural Features and SceneryImagine waking to sunlight filtering through a canopy of mature hardwoods, the distant call of loons echoing across glassy water. The park's interconnected lakes create a paddler's paradise, where turtles sun themselves on logs and great blue herons stalk the shallows. Beyond the shoreline, an extensive network of trails winds through dense forest, offering hikers, bikers, and equestrians their own paths to discovery. The sandy beach provides the perfect spot to cool off after exploring, while wildlife enthusiasts will delight in spotting everything from painted turtles to colorful waterfowl throughout the seasons.

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive are not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

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Accomodation available

GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.

Amenities available

Showers

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Dump station

Flush toilets

Electricity hookups

Activities you can enjoy

Hartman Creek offers a broad range of outdoor activities centered on hiking, biking, paddling and a family beach with rentals and concessions.

Hiking

Extensive trail network (some paved, some gravel, some grass) used for hiking and walking; reviewers note singletrack mountain-bike trails and a section of the Ice Age Trail.

Fishing

Fishing access on several small lakes and from docks; reviewers mention panfish and multiple good fishing spots.

Swimming

Sandy, shallow family-friendly beach with swim area; reviewers mention beach rentals and occasional swimmer's itch advisories.

Biking

Boating

Wildlife viewing

Campground rules

Pets are allowed
Not officially provided here; some visitor reports mention that generators are not allowed and most sites lack electrical hookups.
Quiet hours are Visitors report that quiet hours are strictly enforced by rangers, particularly in the evenings.

Hazards

General hazardsVisitor-reported hazards include deer ticks, occasional swimmer's itch at the beach, storm-damaged/fallen trees in some areas, and areas of aquatic plant growth in shallow sections of the lake.

Weather at Hartman Creek State Park

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Humidity: 59%

Wind: 12.5 mph

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Common complaintsNoise and overcrowding during busy periods; some reviewers report aggressive or intrusive enforcement of quiet hours by rangers and unfriendly staff in a few instances. Other complaints include occasional swimmers itch at the beach, ticks (reported in spring), and periodic facility closures or maintenance issues.

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4.5

121 reviews

Recommended

Hartman Creek State Park is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Overall reviewers praise Hartman Creek for its scenic trails, family-friendly sandy beach and rental options, clean restrooms/showers, and spacious campsites. Common complaints focus on crowding/noise during peak times, strict or heavy-handed ranger enforcement of quiet hours, occasional staff issues, ticks in spring, and occasional swimmer's itch at the beach.

Review Summaries

Based on 121 reviews

What Campers Love

Beautiful and varied trails (including singletrack and parts of the Ice Age Trail), excellent paddling access to the Waupaca Chain of Lakes with on-site rentals, clean/hot showers and restrooms,...

Based on 121 reviews

Common Concerns

Overcrowded and noisy during peak times; overly strict, intrusive, rude rangers enforcing quiet hours aggressively even for whispering or normal campfire talk; some reports of disgusting...

Based on 121 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Avoid low-numbered campsites (up to site 33) if you want extra quiet; bring bikes to explore trails; reserve popular shaded sites well in advance; bring hard firewood if you prefer a cleaner burn;...

Based on 121 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Good-sized campsites, most with good privacy"; "They have clean sites. Their showers were actually hot."; "Super loud, park ranger was here harassing everyone."

Based on 121 reviews