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Big Foot Beach State Park RV & Campground Guide

Wisconsin

Bordering the shores of Lake Geneva in southeastern Wisconsin, Big Foot Beach State Park abounds with outdoor recreation and nature. The 271-acre park features 900 feet of sandy shoreline with direct access to the clean, clear freshwater body of Lake Geneva. You'll find both wooded and open plains with mostly flat terrain. This park was established in the 1940s when the state of Wisconsin purchased the land and was named after Chief Big Foot, a Potawatomi leader known to have lived on the land. Nearby Cities: •Lake Geneva, WI •Genoa City, WI •Como, WI •Elkhorn, WI

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Weather
Spring 44-71 F
Summer 61-83 F
Fall 46-75 F
Winter 28-33 F
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RV Resorts & Campsites in Big Foot Beach State Park

Big Foot Beach State Park Campground •Water hookup: No •Electrical hookup: Yes •Sewer hookup: No •Wi-Fi: No •Pet-friendly: Yes •Max RV length: 40 feet •Other amenities: Dump station, vault toilets, shower building, drinking water, firewood sales

Elkhorn Campgrounds

Located on the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Elkhorn Campgrounds features nice sizeable camping spots with water and electric hookups. This pet-friendly campground also has a dump station on the grounds. The campground is near a wide range of entertainment, such as Alpine Valley Music Theatre, Kettle Moraine State Forest, Lake Geneva, and Sunset Pool.

Snug Lake Harbor Campground

Snug Lake Harbor Campground features RV campsites with water, electric, and sewer hookups. This pet-friendly campground has a small store on-site where you can purchase firewood, bait, ice, candy, drinks, snacks, and fishing supplies. Amenities include a laundry facility, volleyball court, and horseshoe pits. Rowboats and canoes rentals are available on-site. Snug Harbor offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities and a private, clean, sandy beach for swimming.

Scenic Ridge Campground

Scenic Ridge Campground is equipped to accommodate any size of RV with plenty of room for multiple slideouts. All sites have water and electrical hookups and are near campground activities and facilities. There is a dump station on hand for your RV's waste disposal. Amenities include a jump pad, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and sandy beach. Pick up breakfast and lunch at the on-site snack shack or grab a delicious appetizer to hold you over.

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What to Do at
Big Foot Beach State Park

Big Foot Beach State Park is packed full of recreational activities. From volleyball courts to swimming, there's something for everyone here. Venture out on the trails, each short and fairly simple for all skill levels of hikers, taking in the tranquil beauty of nature as you meander along the lake. Be sure to stop by the park office to borrow some fishing gear and try to reel in bass or northern pike. For winter fun, try cross-country skiing on the marked trails or hiking and snowshoeing throughout the park. Archery hunting and trapping is also an option during the open season.

Inside Big Foot Beach State Park

Big Foot Beach has 6.5 miles of amazing hiking trails that take you through the forest and open meadows, all of them being short and not very strenuous. Visitors can go cross-country skiing on the trails that traverse the park's east end when winter weather conditions permit. The park has a 40-acre picnic area with 250 tables, charcoal grills, horseshoe pits, volleyball courts, and playground equipment for children to exert their energy. Lake Geneva is popular for its clear, clean water and marked swimming area. Other featured activities to do inside the park are camping, boating, and fishing. 

Fishing Fishing

Lake Geneva is known for the abundant smallmouth bass but also has populations of largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. The park office offers fishing equipment to borrow if you don't have your own.

Geocaching Geocaching

The geocache at Big Foot Beach State Park is hidden as part of the Wisconsin Geocaching Association's State Park series. You can find it hidden somewhere along the nature trail, just off the Red hiking trail.

Nature Watching Nature Watching

Big Foot Beach State Park is full of critters both on land and in the sky. You can find foxes, cottontail rabbits, coyotes, whitetail deer, and more bounding through the forest and open meadow. This park is also a premier spot for bird-watching.

Stargazing Stargazing

Though many of the campsites are shaded, there are some open to the air and plenty of other open areas to gaze at the night sky.

Flora and Fauna

The park is filled with native trees, bushes, and other plants, with large, wooded areas throughout the park and campground. The most notable plant species include the common buckthorn and American pokeweed.

Hiking Hiking

You'll find 6.5 miles of hiking trails winding through Big Foot Beach State Park, all on relatively flat land. The longest trail, the Green Trail, covers 2.9 miles. All of the trails are named by colors for easy recognition.

Boating

Lake Geneva is an awesome place to get out on the water. Boat rentals as well as kayaks and canoes are available nearby by a business just south of the park entrance. There are two boat launches near the park, one in downtown Lake Geneva and one in Linn Township.

Swimming Swimming

The park features a 100-foot marked swimming beach on Lake Geneva.

Biking

Bikes are welcome in the park and on the trails. Just be mindful of walkers as you cycle through the area.

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How to Get to
Big Foot Beach State Park

The main entrance to the park is located just south of the city of Lake Geneva on S Lake Shore Drive. Signs are posted to help you navigate.

Entering Big Foot Beach State Park

Parking is available off the main road in several locations including near the picnic area and fishing pier. There is limited extra parking in the campground. There is no fee to enter Big Foot Beach State Park, but you must have a vehicle admission sticker. These stickers range in cost based on daily or annual use, residency status, and senior citizen status. They can be purchased at the park, online, or through any Wisconsin DNR service center.

Frequently Asked Questions About Big Foot Beach State Park

What is the best time of year to visit Big Foot Beach State Park?

Summertime at Big Foot Beach State Park offers loads of recreational activities, including swimming, fishing, and boating. These water activities are best in the warmer months. The winter months host activities, too, but be sure to check the forecast as this time of year can be cold and snowy.

What kind of wildlife can be found in Big Foot Beach State Park?

Four-legged creatures such as foxes, cottontail rabbits, coyotes, and whitetail deer can often be spotted running through the park. Up above, you'll likely see wood thrush, eastern meadowlark, bobolink, great-crested flycatchers, and northern flickers. At night, you may even catch a glimpse of owls. Keep an eye out for the occasional bald eagle as well.

Are there designated RV camping spots in Big Foot Beach State Park?

There are 66 RV camping spots in the campground at Big Foot Beach State Park. These sites feature a gravel pad, fire ring, and picnic table. Thirty-four of the sites also have electrical hookups.

Do you have to reserve a camping spot at Big Foot Beach State Park and what is the cost?

Reservations are required before putting your vehicle and camping equipment on a site. You may reserve a site in advance online or at the park office upon arrival. The cost of the campsites at Big Foot Beach State Park ranges from $15 to 28 per night.

Are pets allowed at Big Foot Beach State Park?

Supervised pets are welcome at the park on a leash, though they are prohibited in the picnic area.