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Price
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113 campsites
Season
Year-round
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Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Select a month, then check for open campsites
Price
Varies
Booking
Reservable
Sites
113 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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44.3293, -89.2139
Families who paddle and swim get the most out of this place: rentals (kayaks, canoes, paddleboards) launch right from the beach, the swim area is shallow and sandy, and campsites are spacious with decent shade. Book shaded spots well above site 33 and reserve early.
Peak-summer weekends bring real crowds and noise complaints, and multiple reviewers describe rangers as aggressively intrusive, citing campers for normal campfire conversation. If that kind of enforcement kills your vibe, a quieter state park will serve you better.
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Rated higher than 58% of graded campgrounds
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Summer offers the warmest weather and the fullest range of on-water activities. Expect daytime highs around 70–85°F and water temperatures warm enough for swimming. The park's sandy beach, boat rentals, and easy access to the Waupaca Chain of Lakes make paddling, swimming, and family camping peak experiences. Weekends and holidays can be busy, so plan reservations and arrive early for prime waterfront spots. Check beach advisories before arrival. Winter opens the trails to quiet hiking, and spring and fall storms sometimes drop trees across paths, though staff clears them quickly.
Summer offers warm temps, full range of water activities, beach and rentals; peak crowds noted.
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Park amenities reported by reviewers include clean restrooms and hot showers, a sandy family beach with a concession/boat rental area, picnic benches, group campsites, a mix of electric and non-electric campsites, and a dump station. Reviewers also note dog-friendly features (dog picnic area) and boat/kayak/canoe/paddleboard rentals at the beach.
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