Lake Kegonsa State Park

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Lake Kegonsa State Park

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Lake Kegonsa State Park
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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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About Lake Kegonsa State Park

Escape to Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground, where towering hardwoods create a shaded sanctuary along the shores of a pristine 3,200-acre glacial lake. Despite being just minutes from Madison, you'll feel transported to Wisconsin's north woods as you explore trails winding from your site to sandy beaches and watch the sun paint spectacular colors across the water each evening.
Family campground with numerous electric sites set in a mature hardwood forest; accommodates tents and RVs.
Natural Features and SceneryImagine pitching your tent beneath a canopy of mature hardwoods, where dappled sunlight filters through the leaves and well-established trails beckon you toward the sparkling waters of Lake Kegonsa. This spring-fed glacial lake stretches across 3,200 acres, offering campers both the serenity of wooded seclusion and easy access to shoreline adventures. Most sites nestle deep in the forest, providing natural privacy and that coveted "up north" atmosphere, though if you prefer more sun, sites 1-9 and 87-93 offer partial shade. As day turns to dusk, head to the lakefront where sunset views have become the stuff of camper legend—a daily show of oranges, pinks, and purples reflecting off the calm water.
Geological RegionOn the shore of a 3,200‑acre, spring‑fed glacial lake (Lake Kegonsa).
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Fire rings
Picnic tables
Cell phone service
Flush toilets
Electricity hookups

Activities you can enjoy

Campground offers direct access to forest trails and Lake Kegonsa shoreline, supporting hiking, boating/paddling, fishing, and beach/day‑use activities. Visitors praise trails from camp and lakeside views and sunsets, though beach/water quality receives mixed reviews.
Hiking
Multiple trails crisscross the woods from the campground, allowing easy walking access to forest trails and the lakeshore without driving.
Fishing
Lake Kegonsa is used for fishing (park is located on the lake), per park highlights and visitor notes.
Swimming
There is a designated swimming beach and lakeside day‑use area, but reviewers commonly note mixed water/beach quality and some avoid swimming.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are allowed

Hazards

General hazardsAudible interstate and railroad noise can occur at night. Campground roads have low‑hanging branches that can rub taller rigs. Typical Midwestern wildlife (raccoons, coyotes) are present; coyotes have been reported howling near train activity. Some visitors report concerns about beach/water quality for swimming.

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Lake Kegonsa State Park
Close to Madison; reviewers note an interstate and railroad are nearby and audible from the campground.
Nearby supplies
Madison (noted as convenient for dining, errands and supplies).

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• **Beach and water quality:** The most consistent complaint is that the **swimming beach and lake water near the beach are not very appealing**, with some campers stating they would not swim and...
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Last updated December 14, 2025
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