Lake Joy Campground

Belmont, Wisconsin

30 RV Sites, 57 Tent Sites

In the gently rolling hill country of southwestern Wisconsin, Lake Joy Campground occupies the shoreline of a pristine, spring-fed lake near the town of Belmont. Sixty acres of clear water define the experience here, and the campground has been built around that lake in every meaningful way—from the swimming beach and boat rentals to the fishing access and lakeside campsites that let you fall asleep to the sound of water. It's the kind of place where the agenda writes itself: swim until lunch, take a kayak out in the afternoon, and watch the stars come out from a lakeside fire after dinner. The lake anchors virtually everything on offer at Lake Joy. A sandy swimming beach gives families a safe and inviting place to splash around, while rentals for rowboats, kayaks, canoes, and pedal boats open up the entire lake to exploration. Anglers will appreciate that no fishing license is required for the campground's water—just bait a hook and work the edges for bass and panfish. Three separate playgrounds keep younger campers occupied between swims, and basketball and volleyball courts provide higher-energy options for those who can't stay still. An arcade and game room offer a welcome indoor fallback when the weather doesn't cooperate. The natural character of the lake is one of its strongest selling points. The spring-fed water stays unusually clear through even the hottest summer weeks, and the lake attracts herons, kingfishers, and occasional deer that wander to the shoreline at dusk. Surrounding the campground, the soft hills and open meadows of southwestern Wisconsin's Driftless Area create a landscape that feels both intimate and unhurried. Campsites are positioned to capture lake views, and the overall pace of the grounds encourages the kind of day where your phone stays in the camper. The Belmont area puts some of Wisconsin's most distinctive countryside within easy reach. Governor Dodge State Park, one of the state's largest, offers more than five thousand acres of oak forest along with swimming beaches and rugged trail networks. The historic mining town of Mineral Point—restored by Cornish immigrants and now home to galleries, excellent restaurants, and working artists' studios—makes for a compelling afternoon excursion. Cave of the Mounds, a nationally designated Natural Landmark with impressive underground formations, is worth a half-day detour. ATV and UTV riders will find roughly 140 miles of trail riding terrain winding through the surrounding region. Lake Joy is a warm-weather campground that earns its reputation through sheer lakefront simplicity. Summer weekends fill up quickly, particularly for waterfront sites and the most popular cabin units, so planning ahead pays off. Whether you're coming for a fishing-focused long weekend, a family vacation, or a week of slow mornings on the water, the campground delivers the full Wisconsin lake experience without a lot of fuss. Reach out early for peak summer dates, pick a site with a view, and let the spring-fed lake set the pace for your stay.

What does this place offer

Arcade
Basketball
Bathrooms
Beach
Biking

Boat Ramp
Boating
Canoeing/Kayaking
Dump Station
Firewood

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Location

24192 Lake Joy Lane

Things to know

Check-in: 2:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Rules

1. All children (12 & under) must be supervised by an adult at all times, everywhere on the campground premises.

HELMETS REQUIRED for all kids & teens for bikes, razors, scooters, etc. NO exceptions! Bikes may not be ridden after dark.

2. All guests of campers must stop at office, pay fees & get a car pass. No incoming guests after office closes, without prior arrangement. Passes are $8/adult, $5/child (3-12), Free (2 & under) per day. Guests must leave by 11pm. Please explain the visitor’s policy to your guests before their arrival. Campers must be 21 or older to reserve a site.

3. Camp store hours: Sun 9am-3pm : Mon-Thu 9am-5pm : Fri-Sat 9am-9pm. We have coffee, firewood, bait, ice, snacks, grocery & drugstore items, brochures/ATV maps, camping/fishing supplies, L.P. & gasoline.

4. No lifeguards on duty. All children under 16 must have an adult at the beach to supervise at all times. Any child 12 years of age or younger & all non/novice swimmers MUST WEAR A LIFEJACKET to use the swim toys. Water wings or puddle jumpers of any kind do not count as life jacket. Life jackets for rent at office, $3 per jacket, per day, per availability. Safe use of beach toys is expected. No food/beverages in the water or on swim toys. **Beach hours are 9am–8pm each day. You may not swim before or after beach hours. **Please note Kiddie Swim Area roped off is for 10 & under only- lifejackets STILL required.

5. Fishing does not require a license. No live bait except for worms is allowed. WALLEYES ARE 100% CATCH & RELEASE. Limit of 15 pan fish, 1 Northern Pike, 1 Catfish, and 1 Bass, per person daily. Clean fish at designated cleaning table & discard remains at that garbage can only – do not discard fish guts in any dumpster.

6. Boat rentals: 10am to 5pm. Rent boats at the office. Pedal boats, flat-bottom fishing boats, kayaks & canoes are available for $8/hr. Boats with trolling motors are $15/hr. Adults must rent boats for children under 16 years old. Life jackets are provided with all boat rentals. Personal boats may be used with electric trolling motors only; no gas motors. ***Boat rentals dependent upon safe wind speeds Memorial Day thru Labor Day

7. Quiet hours are 11pm to 9am. Be considerate of your neighboring campers by keeping noise at your campsite to a reasonable level at all times. All children under 16 must return to campsite by 11pm. No refunds if asked to leave for unruly behavior. No car radios may be used at your campsite or beaches.

8. NO FIREWOOD MAY BE BROUGHT INTO THE CAMPGROUND unless it was purchased from a WI certified wood dealer (proof of purchase by receipt is required). If your wood does not meet DNR rules, do not unload or burn it on campground. Wood is available for $5/bundle. Never leave fires unattended, always extinguish with water when leaving campsite and keep fires in pits & small in size. No large bonfires!

9. No Fireworks, Drones or Lighted Sky Lanterns of any kind are permitted on the campground. (Sparklers are ok)

10. Dogs must be well behaved (no loud/excessive barking tolerated), on a leash at all times, and cleaned up after on walks & on campsite. Dogs may not be left unattended at campsites. Dogs are not allowed at the beaches or near designated swimming areas, which includes the grass adjacent to beaches. Max 2 dogs per site.

11. ATVs may be driven to & from trails only; not to office, beaches, showers etc. Please read/adhere to ATV rules.

12. Speed limit is 10 mph max. Watch out for children! Campers must have a driver’s license (not permit) to drive all motorized vehicles: golf carts, mopeds, cars, etc. Drivers 16-21 years of age must present a driver’s license when asked by a campground employee. No racing or chasing. We do not rent golf carts.

13. Basketballs, volleyballs, bean bags, bocce ball, footballs, ladderball & other games may be checked out at office for free. A complete list of items that can be borrowed is posted on the bulletin boards.

14. Please no rugs, mats or carpets are to be laid on grass at any time at camping sites.

15. Game Room Hours are 11am-9pm daily- change machine for quarters available in game room.

16. Do not move picnic tables or fire rings from any other site to your own.

17. Deposit all trash in designated garbage cans or dumpsters. Do not leave trash at site. Recycle all aluminum cans & leave at recycling bin at main shower house.

18. All grey & black water must be contained in your camper or a certified transfer tank. A dump station is available free of charge for your convenience at the camp office; one use per stay, $15 per additional dump.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy: - Refunds, minus 50% per reservation total, are given if non-holiday reservations are cancelled at least. - 14 days prior to arrival. (For more detail, review our "Refund Policy".) - Reservations cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival are not refundable. Refund Policy: - Refunds, minus 50% per reservation total, are given if non-holiday reservations are cancelled at least. - 14 days prior to arrival. Non-holiday reservations cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival are not refundable. - There are no refunds for cancellation of holiday reservations. - Confirmations are emailed and verification of camping dates are the responsibility of campers. - All Spot2Nite reservations require payment in full at the time of booking. - Please contact Spot2Nite to cancel a reservation via email to [email protected] or call (877)778-2683, Option 1. - Spot2Nite convenience fees and credit card processing fees are non-refundable.