Group Campground

For Wisconsin families and groups looking to create lasting memories in the great outdoors, the Group Campground at Lake Kegonsa State Park in Stoughton offers an exceptional solution. This dedicated area within the beautiful state park is specifically designed to accommodate larger gatherings, providing ample space for multiple tents and a variety of shared activities. If you've been searching for a place that can comfortably host your annual family reunion, a large friends' trip, or any substantial group outing, this campground is a highly recommended destination right here in our beloved state.

Nestled within the natural beauty of Lake Kegonsa State Park, the Group Campground provides a perfect blend of privacy for your group and access to the wider park's amenities. Guests consistently highlight the generous size of the sites and the welcoming environment, making it a reliable choice for returning visitors year after year. It’s a place where the joys of group camping – shared meals, campfire stories, and collective outdoor fun – truly come alive.

The Group Campground is located within the expansive Lake Kegonsa State Park, accessible via Group Camp Rd, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA. This prime location places it on the northeast shore of Lake Kegonsa, in Dane County, just southeast of Madison. This proximity to Madison (approximately a 17-minute drive) makes it incredibly convenient for residents of the greater Madison area and easily accessible from other parts of Wisconsin. Major highways connect seamlessly to Stoughton, ensuring a straightforward journey for all members of your group.

The park itself covers 343 acres, encompassing diverse habitats including forest, prairie, and wetlands, providing a rich natural backdrop for your camping experience. The campground's design ensures that while groups have their own designated, spacious areas, they also have easy access to the lake and other park facilities. A vehicle admission sticker is required for park entry, which helps maintain the park's excellent condition. This blend of secluded group sites and convenient access to both urban centers and natural attractions makes the Group Campground at Lake Kegonsa State Park an ideal spot for any large gathering looking to enjoy the best of Wisconsin's outdoors.

Services Offered:

• Spacious Group Sites: Six dedicated sites, each capable of accommodating up to 20 campers, with ample room for multiple tents (e.g., 8-12+ tents).
• Tent Camping Only: Specifically designed for tents; RVs, trailers, or pop-ups are not permitted in the group camp area.
• Vault Toilets: Two vault toilets are conveniently located within the group camp area.
• Water Fountains: Two water fountains are available for potable water access within the group camp.
• Picnic Shelter: Group Site B includes a picnic shelter, providing a covered area for dining or gathering.
• Common Recreational Area: Nearby common area features a sand volleyball court, a horseshoe pit, and a ball field, perfect for group activities.
• Overflow Parking: Limited parking is available at each site (six cars), with an overflow parking area near the beach for additional vehicles.
• Access to Shower House: Shared shower house with flush toilets is located at the entrance to the main campground, within the park.
• Sanitary Dump Station: Available within the park (between the family and group camps) for waste disposal and potable water tank filling.
• Firewood Sales: A concessionaire sells firewood on weekends during camping season and daily during Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Features / Highlights:

• Generous Space for Large Groups: The primary highlight of this campground is its ability to comfortably host large groups. With sites accommodating up to 20 campers and ample room for many tents, it’s perfect for family reunions, scout troops, or large friend gatherings, ensuring everyone has space to spread out.
• Dedicated Recreational Facilities: Unlike many standard campsites, the Group Campground offers direct access to a common area featuring a sand volleyball court, a horseshoe pit, and a ball field. These amenities are fantastic for organizing fun group activities and fostering a sense of camaraderie.
• Proximity to Lake Kegonsa: Campers have easy access to Lake Kegonsa, a 3,209-acre lake renowned for swimming, fishing (including walleye, largemouth bass, and panfish), water-skiing, sailing, and motor boating. The park also features a swimming beach.
• Natural Wisconsin Setting: The campground is nestled within Lake Kegonsa State Park, which boasts a diverse landscape of forests, prairies, and wetlands. This provides a beautiful backdrop for camping, with opportunities for hiking (over 5 miles of trails), nature watching, and enjoying local wildlife.
• Secluded Yet Accessible: While designed for groups, the campground is often situated far enough from the main family campground to offer a sense of privacy, reducing potential disturbances from other campers. Yet, it remains easily accessible from major population centers like Madison.
• Essential Amenities: Despite being a group camp, it provides essential facilities such as vault toilets and water fountains directly within the camp area, with access to more comprehensive facilities like flush toilets and showers at the main campground entrance.
• Year-Round Opportunities: Lake Kegonsa State Park offers recreational opportunities throughout the year, from camping in spring/summer/fall to cross-country skiing and sledding in winter, allowing for diverse group activities depending on the season.

Contact Information:

Address: Group Camp Rd, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA (within Lake Kegonsa State Park)

For general inquiries and reservations, contact information for Lake Kegonsa State Park is typically managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Lake Kegonsa State Park Office Phone: (608) 873-9695

Reservations for Wisconsin State Park group campsites are typically made through the Wisconsin DNR's reservation system, often online or via a central phone line.

For us Wisconsinites, the Group Campground at Lake Kegonsa State Park is an exceptional resource for planning unforgettable group adventures. We know the beauty of our state parks, and this specialized campground truly capitalizes on that, offering ample space and amenities specifically tailored for larger gatherings. Whether it's an annual family reunion that needs room for all the cousins' tents, a scout troop looking for a well-equipped base camp, or a large group of friends yearning for a collective escape into nature, this spot is ideal.

The convenience of having dedicated recreational fields, easy access to Lake Kegonsa for swimming and boating, and the natural, serene environment of a state park makes it a premier choice. You get the benefits of a spacious, semi-private setting while still having access to well-maintained park facilities. For a hassle-free and truly communal outdoor experience right here in Wisconsin, the Group Campground at Lake Kegonsa State Park is perfectly suited to help you build those cherished group memories for years to come. It's a testament to the high quality of our state park system, designed with our communities in mind.

Group Campground

Group Camp Rd, Stoughton, WI 53589, USA